EA Sports has recently unveiled details regarding the stadium rankings for its upcoming release, EA Sports College Football 26. Taking into account factors like crowd size, noise, and the overall "hostile atmosphere," EA has compiled a list showcasing the toughest stadiums for visiting teams in college football.
This list emphasizes EA’s commitment to enhancing the authenticity of college football by accurately reflecting the traditions, spirit, and ambiance of each campus. As expected, the infamous Tiger Stadium at Louisiana State University (LSU) takes the top spot, with most of the Southeastern Conference (SEC) stadiums ranking closely behind. Interestingly, the list notably excludes any California schools, aligning with prevalent college football stereotypes.
The release is sure to spark debate among college football enthusiasts, especially fans who feel their teams’ venues were unfairly ranked. Below is the complete list of the toughest places to play according to EA:
- Tiger Stadium | LSU
- Beaver Stadium | Penn State
- Ohio Stadium | Ohio State
- Sanford Stadium | Georgia
- Bryant-Denny Stadium | Alabama
- Memorial Stadium | Clemson
- Ben Hill Griffin Stadium | Florida
- Gaylord Family – Oklahoma Memorial Stadium | Oklahoma
- Autzen Stadium | Oregon
- Michigan Stadium | Michigan
- Kyle Field | Texas A&M
- Neyland Stadium | Tennessee
- Darrell K Royal Texas Memorial Stadium | Texas
- Doak S. Campbell Stadium | Florida State
- Camp Randall Stadium | Wisconsin
- Williams-Brice Stadium | South Carolina
- Jordan-Hare Stadium | Auburn
- Husky Stadium | Washington
- Kinnick Stadium | Iowa
- Rice-Eccles Stadium | Utah
- Notre Dame Stadium | Notre Dame
- Carter-Finley Stadium | NC State
- Boone Pickens Stadium | Oklahoma State
- Spartan Stadium | Michigan State
- Davis Wade Stadium | Mississippi State
In addition to the stadium rankings, CFB 26 will feature enhanced elements such as more rivalry trophies and school-specific events, including band performances and mascot interactions. The game is set for full release on July 10, with early access available for preorders starting on July 7.
For players interested in the game, the cover features Alabama’s Ryan Williams and Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith, and EA has reportedly increased its payments to student athletes in the game, offering $1,500 per player this year, more than double last year’s rate.
For more information on the game, visit EA Sports College Football 26.
