October 28, 2025
Madden NFL 26 Week 9 Roster Update: Expected Release Date and What to Expect EA Sports is gearing up for another weekly roster refresh in Madden 26, bringing the latest trades, injuries, and lineup changes ahead of Week 9 kickoff
The Madden NFL 26 Week 9 Roster Update is expected to go live on Thursday, October 30, 2025, just before the Cincinnati Bengals host the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday Night Football.
EA Sports traditionally rolls out weekly roster updates on Thursday afternoons, ensuring that player ratings and team rosters reflect the latest NFL transactions and performances before the new slate of games begins.
While the exact timing can vary, you can typically expect the update to be available a few hours before kickoff.
🔁 What the Roster Update Includes
Each Madden roster update adjusts teams based on real-life NFL activity from the previous week. This includes:
- Trades and free-agent signings
- Injury status updates
- Depth chart adjustments
- Player rating boosts or drops
It’s important to note that these weekly roster updates don’t include gameplay or bug fixes — they’re purely focused on maintaining the accuracy of team rosters and ratings.
For competitive players or franchise purists, this update ensures you’re running with the most realistic lineups possible before taking on your next opponent.
⚙️ How to Update Rosters in Madden 26
Updating your rosters only takes a few minutes. Here’s how to make sure you’re using the latest version:
Go to the Creation Center from the main menu, select Edit Rosters, and then choose Update Rosters to download the latest official lineup. Make sure you’re connected to the internet and have saved your current roster before starting the update.
Once it’s done, you’ll have access to EA’s most current roster data — including the latest trades, injury replacements, and updated player ratings.
🏟️ Week 9 NFL Highlights to Watch
Week 9 of the 2025 NFL season features several key matchups that could shake up the standings:
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Thursday Night Football: Miami Dolphins vs. Baltimore Ravens
- Lamar Jackson’s health remains a major storyline. If he can’t start, Tyler Huntley will step up again under center.
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Sunday Showdown: Kansas City Chiefs vs. Buffalo Bills
- The rivalry continues — Josh Allen is 4-1 against Mahomes in regular-season play, but Mahomes remains undefeated (4-0) against Allen in the postseason.
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Monday Night Football: Arizona Cardinals vs. Dallas Cowboys
- Both struggling teams are looking for a spark to turn their seasons around — and a primetime win could be just what they need.
With storylines like these unfolding, expect some big shifts in player ratings following this week’s performances.
🏁 Final Thoughts
The Madden 26 Week 9 Roster Update keeps your game aligned with real-life NFL action, reflecting the week’s biggest moves and performances.
Mark your calendars for October 30, make sure your internet connection is ready, and grab the update before kickoff — so you can hit the field with the most accurate lineups available.