October 15, 2025
Bijan Robinson and Byron Young Named Madden NFL 26 Players of the Month for September EA Sports crowns Robinson and Young with 91 OVR Ultimate Team cards for their standout performances in September 2025
EA Sports has officially announced the Madden NFL 26 Players of the Month (POTM) for September 2025, highlighting two dominant performances that shaped the early NFL season.
- Offensive POTM: Bijan Robinson (Atlanta Falcons)
- Defensive POTM: Byron Young (Los Angeles Rams)
Both stars have been rewarded with 91 OVR Player of the Month cards in Ultimate Team, honoring their on-field excellence.
🏈 Bijan Robinson – Offensive Player of the Month
Atlanta’s explosive running back Bijan Robinson continues to make waves in both the real and virtual gridiron. During September, Robinson amassed:
- 314 rushing yards
- 270 receiving yards
- 2 total touchdowns
These impressive stats powered the Falcons’ offense and secured Robinson his first POTM award of the season.
🔹 Ultimate Team Card Highlights
- OVR: 91
- Awareness: 89
- Speed: 88
- Agility: 88
- Ball Carrier Attributes: Mostly in the 90s — making him one of the most complete and reliable RBs currently in Madden NFL 26 Ultimate Team.
This card’s combination of acceleration, agility, and high-end awareness makes Robinson an ideal dual-threat option for any offensive lineup.
🛡️ Byron Young – Defensive Player of the Month
On the defensive side, Byron Young of the Los Angeles Rams earned POTM honors for anchoring his team’s defense in September. His key stats included:
- 5 sacks
- 1 forced fumble
- 23 total tackles
Young’s performance helped the Rams establish one of the NFC’s most aggressive defenses early in the season.
🔹 Ultimate Team Card Highlights
- OVR: 91
- Tackling: Elite-level ratings
- Block Shedding & Pursuit: Among the best in his tier
- General Attributes: Balanced across awareness, speed, and strength — perfect for hybrid linebacker roles.
This card gives defensive players the ability to pressure the quarterback or stop the run with equal effectiveness.
🔄 How to Unlock the POTM Cards
Players can earn both Bijan Robinson and Byron Young POTM cards through the Madden NFL 26 Ultimate Team Player of the Month Sets.
To complete each set, you’ll need:
- Four 89 OVR Team of the Week cards
- Four additional 89 OVR cards (any type)
⚠️ Note: POTM sets can only be completed once per player — meaning there’s no stacking multiple versions of the same card.
💡 Final Thoughts
EA’s September POTM choices reflect two breakout performers making waves both in the NFL and in Madden Ultimate Team. Robinson dominates as a do-it-all back, while Young stands out as a disruptive force on defense.
If you’re building your lineup for ranked or Weekend League, these 91 OVR cards are among the best early-season upgrades available.