College Football 25: What to Expect for Michigan and Michigan State Fans

The anticipation is building for the release of EA Sports' College Football 25, marking the return of college football video games after a decade-long hiatus. This article explores what fans can expect from the game, particularly focusing on Michigan and Michigan State.

A Long-Awaited Return

After a 10-year break, EA Sports is bringing back a new college football video game. College Football 25 is set to officially release on July 19, but if you pre-ordered the game, you got early access on Monday. The return of the college football franchise has generated immense excitement among fans, who have been eagerly awaiting the chance to immerse themselves in the virtual world of college football once again.

Inclusion of All FBS Schools

The EASPORTSCollege account announced that all 134 FBS schools will be in the game. So, you can also play as any of the three Mid-American Conference schools in Michigan. This comprehensive inclusion ensures that fans can represent their favorite teams and experience the unique atmosphere of college football programs across the nation.

Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) Era

This game is possible thanks to the Name, Image and Likeness era of college sports, allowing players to be compensated directly for their status as a college athlete in sponsorship deals. The advent of NIL deals has paved the way for the return of the EA Sports college football series, enabling players to be compensated for their inclusion in the game.

How Athletes are Being Paid

In what is being labeled as one of the biggest, if not the biggest, NIL deal being pursued so far, EA Sports will be trying to sign over 11,000 athletes at the 134 FBS schools in the game to use their actual name and depiction in the game. Players will receive $600 and a copy of the video game for free as payment. Each athlete will have the option to opt into the NIL deal to be included or choose not to be in the game. The deals will be for one year, meaning players featured throughout their career will be paid $600 annually if they continue to opt in, and players who transfer will continue to be paid so long as they are on a roster. All deals will be directly negotiated between players and EA, according to ESPN. Once a player opts into the deal, EA will confirm with the school to make sure they are on the roster, then add them into the video game.

Read also: NCAA Investigation in Michigan

Individual players will not be scanned into the game with an exact likeness in the first edition, but EA told ESPN they are working with schools using photos to try to accurately capture a player's likeness as much as possible. While players will not be scanned for exact likenesses in the initial release, EA Sports is utilizing photos to accurately represent players.

Michigan Wolverines in College Football 25

For Michigan fans, College Football 25 offers the opportunity to relive the glory of the 2023 national championship and guide the Wolverines to further success under a new head coach.

Player Ratings

Here is a breakdown of the overall ratings for several Michigan players:

Quarterback:

• Alex Orji - 78 overall
• Davis Warren - 77 overall
• Jack Tuttle - 76 overall
• Alex Boston (made-up player) - 74 overall
• Jayden Denegal - 74 overall

Running Back:

• Donovan Edwards - 91 overall
• Kalel Mullings - 81 overall
• Benjamin Hall - 76 overall
• Cole Cabana - 74 overall
• Tre Kamara (made-up player) - 72 overall
• Tyler Buckingham (made-up player) - 68 overall

Fullback:

• Max Bredeson - 79 overall

Wide Receiver:

• Semaj Morgan - 80 overall
• Tyler Morris - 78 overall
• Fred Moore - 76 overall
• Peyton O'Leary - 72 overall
• Kendrick Bell - 68 overall
• I'Marion Stewart - 67 overall
• Tyrell Sweeting (made-up player) - 67 overall

Tight End:

• Colston Loveland - 92 overall
• Marlin Klein - 72 overall
• Brady Preiskorn - 72 overall
• Hogan Hansen - 70 overall
• Zach Marshall - 70 overall
• William Wagner (long snapper) - 50 overall

Offensive Line:

• Josh Priebe - 85 overall
• Myles Hinton - 83 overall
• Andrew Gentry - 82 overall
• Greg Crippen - 79 overall
• Raheem Anderson - 78 overall
• Jeffrey Persi - 76 overall
• Blake Frazier - 76 overall
• Dominick Giudice - 75 overall
• Grant Rhodes (made-up player) - 75 overall
• Tristan Bounds - 74 overall
• Nathan Efobi - 73 overall
• Connor Jones - 72 overall
• Evan Link - 72 overall
• Luke Hamilton - 71 overall
• Glenn Connors (made-up player) - 71 overall
• Trent Tucker - 70 overall (made-up player)
• Jake Guarnera - 69 overall

Defensive End:

• Josaiah Stewart - 87 overall
• Derrick Moore - 80 overall
• Enow Etta - 79 overall
• Lugard Edokpayi - 75 overall
• Kechaun Bennett - 74 overall
• Cam Bradnt - 73 overall
• TJ Guy - 73 overall
• Devon Baxter - 72 overall
• Dominic Nichols - 69 overall
• Ted Hammond - 69 overall

Defensive Tackle:

• Mason Graham - 95 overall
• Kenneth Grant - 91 overall
• Rayshaun Benny - 82 overall
• Jamaal Gant (made-up player) - 76 overall
• Trey Pierce - 70 overall

Linebacker:

• Jaishawn Barham - 87 overall
• Ernest Hausmann - 83 overall
• Jimmy Rolder - 74 overall
• Micah Pollard - 73 overall
• Mason Curtis - 71 overall
• Rock Dyson (made-up player) - 71 overall
• Antonio McCullough (made-up player) - 70 overall
• Cole Sullivan - 68 over

Cornerback:

• Will Johnson - 96 overall
• Ja'Den McBurrows - 80 overall
• Ameer Kameron (made-up payer) - 79 overall
• Kody Jones - 77 overall
• Xavier Harding (made-up player) - 76 overall
• Jo'Ziah Edmond - 75 overall
• Keshaun Harris - 75 overall
• Eric McMadison (made-up player) - 74 overall
• Myles Pollard - 73 overall
• Ricky Johnson - 71 overall

Safety:

• Rod Moore - 89 overall
• Makari Paige - 85 overall
• Jaden Mangham - 81 overall
• Zeke Berry - 80 overall
• Brandyn Hillman - 79 overall
• Zander Grant (made-up player) - 76 overall
• Jacob Oden - 71 overall

Kicker:

• Dominic Zvada - 77 overall
• Adam Samaha - 64 overall

Punter:

• Tommy Doman - 84 overall

Notable players not in game as of launch date:

• QB Jadyn Davis
• RB Jordan Marshall
• RB Micah Ka'apana
• WR Amorion Walker
• WR CJ Charleston
• WR Channing Goodwin
• OL Gio El-Hadi
• OL Andrew Sprague
• DL Aymeric Koumba
• DL Breon Ishmall
• DL Tyler McLaurin
• LB Jaydon Hood
• CB Aamir Hall
• CB Jyaire Hill
• CB Jeremiah Lowe
• S Wesley Walker
• S Quinten Johnson

Guaranteeing Success

If you want to guarantee Aidan Chiles is a Heisman winner his first year in East Lansing, or run for 3,000 yards with Donovan Edwards to help Michigan win back-to-back national titles, those options will be at your disposal soon (if they choose to be in the game). The game offers fans the chance to rewrite history and create their own college football dynasties.

Michigan State Spartans in College Football 25

Michigan State fans can look forward to guiding the Spartans under their second-year head coach, Jonathan Smith. The game will allow fans to experience the challenges and triumphs of building a successful program in the competitive Big Ten Conference.

Read also: A Look Back at Michigan State's Tournament Runs

Simulating the 2025 Season

The 2025 Michigan State Spartans football team represented Michigan State University as a member of the Big Ten Conference during the 2025 NCAA Division I FBS football season. The Spartans played their home games at Spartan Stadium located in East Lansing, Michigan, and were led by second-year head coach Jonathan Smith. After beating Youngstown State on September 3, the Spartans had their first back-to-back 3-0 starts in a season since 2007. College Football 25 will allow fans to simulate the 2025 season and beyond, making strategic decisions and leading the Spartans on the field.

Key Moments from a Simulated 2025 Season

While the game offers a virtual experience, real-world game results provide a glimpse into potential scenarios:

• Iowa vs. Michigan State: Iowa defeated Michigan State 20-17 in a close game. Key plays included a 62-yard punt return by Iowa's Kaden Wetjen and two touchdown passes from Alessio Milivojevic to Chrishon McCray for Michigan State.
• Michigan vs. Michigan State: Key plays included a 13-yard run by Michigan's Bryce Underwood and a 56-yard run by Michigan's Jordan Marshall.

Updated College Football TV Schedule for 2025 Season

Here is an updated college football TV schedule for the 2025 season, up through the 2025-26 FBS bowl game season. All times Eastern.

Saturday, Dec.## Tuesday, Dec.## Wednesday, Dec.## Thursday, Dec.## Friday, Dec.

• No. 9 Alabaman 34, No.

Saturday, Dec.

• No. 10 Miami (Fla.) 10, No.
• No. 6 Ole Miss 41, No.
• No. 5 Oregon 51, No.

Monday, Dec.## Tuesday, Dec.## Wednesday, Dec.## Friday, Dec.## Saturday, Dec.

• No. 12 BYU 25, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.

Monday, Dec.## Tuesday, Dec.

• TCU 30, No.

Wednesday, Dec.

• No. 23 Iowa 34, No.
• No. 13 Texas 41, No.
• No.
• No. 10 Miami (Fla.) 24, No.

Thursday, Jan.

• No. 5 Oregon 23, No.
• No. 1 Indiana 38, No.
• No. 6 Ole Miss 39, No.

Friday, Jan.

• SMU 24, No.

Sunday, Jan.## Monday, Jan.## Thursday, Jan.

• No. 10 Miami (Fla.) 31, No.

Friday, Jan.

• No. 1 Indiana 56, No.

Saturday, Aug.

• No. 22 Iowa State 24, No.
• UC Davis vs.

Thursday, Aug.

• South Florida 34, No.
• St. Houston 27, Stephen F.

Friday, Aug.

• No.

Saturday, Aug.

• No.
• No. 3 Ohio State 14, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Florida State 31, No.
• Johnson C.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 9 LSU 17, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.

Sunday, Aug.

• No.
• No. 10 Miami (Fla.) 27, No.

Monday, Sept.## Friday, Sept.## Saturday, Sept.

• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Baylor 48, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Merrimack 31, St.
• St.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Idaho 37, St.
• South Florida 18, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 18 Oklahoma 24, No.
• No.
• No.
• Abilene Christian 28, Stephen F.

Thursday, Sept.## Friday, Sept.

• No.

Saturday, Sept.

• Georgia Tech 24, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Aurora 35, at Mount St.
• No. 6 Georgia 44, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 5 Miami (Fla.) 49, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 16 Texas A&M 41, No.
• Vanderbilt 31, No.
• No.
• Stephen F.

Thursday, Sept.## Friday, Sept.## Saturday, Sept.

• No. 17 Texas Tech 34, No.
• Hope 31, Mount St.
• St.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 11 Oklahoma 24, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.19 Indiana 63, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Stephen F.

No.## Thursday, Sept.## Friday, Sept.

• Virginia 46, No.
• Arizona State 27, No.

Saturday, Sept.

• No.
• No. 23 Illinois 34, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 13 Ole Miss 24, No.
• No.
• No.
• San Diego 30, St.
• No.
• No.
• No. 6 Oregon 30, No.
• No. 17 Alabama 24, No.
• No.
• Stephen F.

No.## Thursday, Oct.## Friday, Oct.

• No.

Saturday, Oct.

• Cincinnati 38, No.
• No.
• No.
• Mount St.
• UCLA 42, No.
• Florida 29, No.
• No. 10 Alabama 30, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Stephen F.

No.

• No. 3 Miami (Fla.) 28, No.

No.## Wednesday, Oct.## Thursday, Oct.## Friday, Oct.

• No.

Saturday, Oct.

• No. 1 Ohio State 34, No.
• No. 8 Alabama 27, No.
• Pitt 34, No.
• Delaware State 70, Southern Conn.
• No.
• St. New Haven 69, Wester Conn.
• Central Conn.
• Idaho St. 48, Montana St.
• No. 7 Indiana 30, No.
• Texas 23, No.
• Colorado 24, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• USC 31, No.
• No.
• No.
• Utah 42, No.

Tuesday, Oct.## Wednesday, Oct.## Thursday, Oct.## Friday, Oct.

• Louisville 24, No.
• Minnesota 24, No.

Saturday, Oct.

• St.
• No.
• No. 3 Indiana 38, Michigan State 13
• No. 9 Georgia 43, No.
• Arizona State 26, No.
• UAB 31, No.
• No.
• No.
• Stephen F.

No. 6 Alabama 37, No.

• No. 13 Notre Dame 34, No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 15 BYU 24, No.
• No.

Saturday, Oct.

• No.
• No.
• No. 8 Ole Miss 34, No.
• No.
• Memphis 34, No.
• Tennessee Tech 42, Southeast Missouri St.
• St.
• Mount St.
• No.
• No. 10 Vanderbilt 17, No.
• No.
• Washington 42, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Stephen F.
• No. 3 Texas A&M 49, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Houston 24, No.

Tuesday, Oct.## Wednesday, Oct.## Thursday, Oct.## Friday, Oct.## Tuesday, Oct.## Wednesday, Oct.## Thursday, Oct.## Friday, Oct.

• No.

Saturday, Nov.

• No.
• No. 20 Texas 34, No.
• SMU 26, No.
• West Virginia 45, No.
• Johnson C.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Stephen F.
• NC State 48, No.
• No. 18 Oklahoma 33, No.
• No.
• No. 24 Utah 45, No.

Tuesday, Nov.## Wednesday, Nov.## Thursday, Nov.## Friday, Nov.

• No.

Saturday, Nov.

• No.
• No. 7 BYU 29, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• St.
• Mount St.
• Stephen F.
• No. 9 Oregon 18, No.
• No. 3 Texas A&M 38, No.
• No.
• No.
• Wisconsin 13, No.
• Wake Forest 16, No.
• Cal 29, No.
• No.
• No.

Tuesday, Nov.## Wednesday, Nov.## Thursday, Nov.## Friday, Nov.

• Clemson 20, No.
• No.

Saturday, Nov.

• No.
• No.
• No. 9 Notre Dame 37, No.
• No.
• Arizona 30, No.
• Navy 41, No.
• No. 11 Oklahoma 23, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 17 Southern Cal. 26, No.
• No.
• Stephen F.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 5 Georgia 35, No.
• No.

Tuesday, Nov.## Wednesday, Nov.## Thursday, Nov.

• Stephen F.

Friday, Nov.## Saturday, Nov.

• No.
• No. 8 Oklahoma 17, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• Frostburg State 21, Johnson C.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 7 Oregon 42, No.
• No.
• North Dakota State 62, St.
• No.
• No.
• No. TCU 17, No.
• Pitt 42, No.
• No.
• Wisconsin 27, No.
• No.
• No.

Tuesday, Nov.## Thursday, Nov.## Friday, Nov.

• No.
• No.
• No. 4 Georgia 16, No.
• No.
• No. 16 Texas 27, No.
• No. 25 Arizona 23, No.

Saturday, Nov.

• No.
• No. 12 Miami (Fla.) 38, No.
• No. 1 Ohio State 27, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No. 14 Vanderbilt 45, No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.
• No.

Friday, Dec.

• No.
• No. 20 Tulane 34, No.

Saturday, Dec.

• No. 4 Texas Tech 34, No.
• No. 7 SFA 41, No.
• No.
• No. 3 Montana 50, No.
• No.
• No. 3 Georgia 28, No.
• Duke 27, No.
• No. 2 Indiana 13, No.
• No.
• No. 8 UC Davis 47, No.

Friday, Dec.## Wednesday, Dec.## Thursday, Jan.## Thursday, Jan.## Thursday, Jan.## Thursday, Jan.## Friday, Jan.## Monday, Jan.

• Rose Bowl: No. 2 Oregon 59, No.
• Sugar Bowl: No. 4 Ohio State 42, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 4 Ohio State 42, No.
• Orange Bowl: No. 1 Clemson 37, No.
• Cotton Bowl: No. 2 Alabama 38, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 2 Alabama 45, No.
• Fiesta Bowl: No. 2 Clemson 31, No.
• Peach Bowl: No. 1 Alabama 24, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 2 Clemson 35, No.
• Rose Bowl: No. 3 Georgia 54, No.
• Sugar Bowl: No. 4 Alabama 24, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 4 Alabama 26, No.
• Orange Bowl: No. 1 Alabama 45, No.
• Cotton Bowl: No. 2 Clemson 30, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 2 Clemson 44, No.
• Peach Bowl: No. 1 LSU 63, No.
• Fiesta Bowl: No. 3 Clemson 29, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 1 LSU 42, No.
• Rose Bowl: No. 1 Alabama 31, No.
• Sugar Bowl: No. 3 Ohio State 49, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 1 Alabama 52, No.
• Cotton Bowl: No. 1 Alabama 27, No.
• Orange Bowl: No. 3 Georgia 34, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 3 Georgia 33, No.
• Peach Bowl: No. 1 Georgia 42, No.
• Fiesta Bowl: No. 3 TCU 51, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 1 Georgia 65, No.
• Rose Bowl: No. 1 Michigan 27, No.
• Sugar Bowl: No. 2 Washington 37, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 1 Michigan 34, No.
• First Round - No. 5 Notre Dame 27, No.
• First Round - No. 4 Penn State 38, No.
• First Round - No. 3 Texas 38, No.
• First Round - No. 6 Ohio State 42, No.
• Quarterfinals - Sugar Bowl: No. 5 Notre Dame 23, No.
• Quarterfinals - Fiesta Bowl: No. 4 Penn State 31, No.
• Quarterfinals - Peach Bowl: No. 3 Texas 39, No.
• Quarterfinals - Rose Bowl: No. 6 Ohio State 41, No.
• Semifinals - Cotton Bowl: No. 6 Ohio State 28, No.
• Semifinals - Orange Bowl: No. 5 Notre Dame 27, No.
• CFP National Championship Game: No. 6 Ohio State 34, No.

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