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July 24, 2025

How to Celebrate in College Football 26: Master Every Move Break down all 28 celebration animations and how to perform them

Celebrating big plays in College Football 26 isn’t just fun—it’s part of the experience. With 28 total celebration animations, players can add swagger after touchdowns, interceptions, and first downs, or even showboat mid-play. Here’s your complete guide to triggering every celebration in the game.


🎮 In-Play Celebration (Taunt While Running)

You can celebrate while running with the ball toward the end zone. Here's how to taunt mid-play:

  • PlayStation: Hold L2 + R2 and tap X
  • Xbox: Hold LT + RT and tap A

🏈 Touchdown Celebrations (22 Options)

After scoring a touchdown and seeing the Celebrate prompt, flick the Right Stick (RS) or combine it with bumpers/triggers for specific animations.

  • RS ↑ – Point to Fans
  • RS → – Step Back on 'Em
  • RS ↓ – Tiger Swag (Griddy)
  • RS ← – Salute

With Triggers/Bumpers:

  • L2 + RS ↑ – Reach Low Flex

  • L2 + RS → – Shake With It

  • L2 + RS ↓ – Wavy Walk

  • L2 + RS ← – Little Baby

  • L1 + RS ↑ – Get Your Roll On

  • L1 + RS → – Rodeo

  • L1 + RS ↓ – Strike a Pose (Heisman)

  • L1 + RS ← – Bounce On 'Em

  • R2 + RS ↑ – Wave Goodbye

  • R2 + RS → – Run Up Flex

  • R2 + RS ↓ – On His Head

  • R2 + RS ← – Two Step Shuffle

  • R1 + RS ↑ – Candy Karate

  • R1 + RS → – Wait For It

  • R1 + RS ↓ – Blinded

  • R1 + RS ← – Vibes

Bonus Options:

  • Walk Around After TD: Flick LS
  • Run Around After TD: Flick LS + R2

👉 First Down Celebrations (4 Options)

  • RS ↑ – Signal It
  • RS → – Touch Em Up
  • RS ↓ – Jacked
  • RS ← – Shake It Off

🛡️ Interception Celebrations (4 Options)

  • RS ↑ – Wave Goodbye
  • RS → – “Why You Throwing My Way”
  • RS ↓ – Strapped
  • RS ← – Head Swag

🔧 Tips for Perfect Timing

  • Wait for the Celebrate prompt after a big play
  • Use the correct RS and button combos to trigger special animations
  • For added flair, use Walk Around or Run Around to approach the pylon or goal post

🏁 Final Thoughts

Celebrating isn’t just showboating—it’s a part of the culture in College Football 26. From fan-pointing to the Griddy and Heisman poses, there’s a move for every moment. Practice the button combos and bring your personality to the gridiron every time you score.

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