College Football 26 Season 3: Rising Stars Join Ultimate Team EA highlights college football’s next generation with new Season 3 player items

Season 3 of College Football 26 has arrived, and with it comes a wave of new Ultimate Team items that put the spotlight on college football’s next generation. Much like National Signing Day, this update feels like adding five-star recruits to your lineup — only this time, the talent arrives straight from your packs.

While new events and modes are part of the fun, the real story here is about the athletes who are turning heads on Saturdays and now earning their digital recognition.

🏆 Headline Players

Sonny Styles – Ohio State Debuts with a 92 OVR All-Season Champion card. The versatile linebacker mirrors his real-world ability to cover ground and deliver punishing hits in Columbus.
Octavian Smith Jr. – Maryland Earns a 91 OVR LTD item, bringing elite speed and playmaking ability to the field.
Drayk Bowen – Notre Dame Lands a 91 OVR Field Pass Champion card, rewarding players with a linebacker whose emerging reputation in South Bend continues to grow.

💪 Supporting Cast

Samuel Okunlola – Colorado Anchors the defensive line with a 90 OVR Tower of Valor Champion card.
Ahmad Moten Sr. – Miami Introduced as a Welcome Pack item, which upgrades from 85 to 90 OVR as players progress.
Austin Siereveld – Ohio State (OL)
Cason Henry – South Carolina (OL)
Kobe Paysour – North Carolina (WR)

The spread of programs and positions highlights EA’s focus on balancing gameplay depth with authentic representation of college rosters.

🎮 Why It Matters

What makes this drop special is the connection between the digital and real worlds. Fans grinding through Ultimate Team now get to experience the same rising stars they watch on Saturdays, while recruits and programs gain even more exposure through the game.

It’s a reminder that College Football 26 Ultimate Team is about more than coins and packs — it’s about showcasing the sport’s future, embedding their stories, and letting players feel part of the excitement as these stars rise.