With an enhanced graphics engine and new player models, linemen battle in the trenches with more bulky physiques while backs and receivers fly around the field with a more sleek and slimmer look. Featuring the most realistic-looking grass and field turf ever in a sports game, new weather and stadium lighting effects, and active exterior stadium views, Madden NFL 09 is hands-down the best looking sports game ever made. --EA Sports 7/08

Premiered during the NFL Kickoff Special on NBC on September 5th, 2008.

John Madden comments on one of the great new features of this year's game. 8/08