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The Madden 26 Week 16 Roster Update Release Date arrives soon, giving players the most up-to-date rosters to use in-game. Generally, these updates take into account any trades, FA signings, injuries, and other roster changes. However, these Roster Updates do not make any gameplay updates or fixes. Nevertheless, it’s nice to use the game’s most updated rosters before competing with your friends. Without further ado, let’s look at the Madden 26 Week 16 Roster Update release date.
We expect the Madden 26 Week 16 Roster Update Release Date to arrive on Thursday, December 18th, 2025. The updates typically arrive before the Thursday Night Football game of the week. Therefore, we can expect to see it drop before the Tampa Bay Buccaneers host the Atlanta Falcons. Regardless, the latest roster update should be out before the games begin on Sunday.
Additionally, make sure you know how to update your rosters in Madden 26. If you like, check out our guide on how to do so. Overall, the process takes just a few moments and only requires an internet connection. Once complete, you’ll have the latest rosters from EA Sports.
Speaking of Week 16, it kicks off with an exciting Thursday Night matchup between the two best teams in the NFC. The Los Angeles Rams head to Seattle to face the Seahawks once more. L.A. won the first contest 21-19 back in November. But if they want to remain the #1 team in the division (and conference), a win is absolutely necessary. The Seahawks will do everything in their power to extend their win streak to 5.
Two more divisional games take place on Saturday. While the Eagles take on the Commanders, the Packers will head to Soldier Field to take on the Bears. Green Bay won their first contest two weeks ago, but now they’re on the road facing a rival that’s been surprising this year. Will Ben Johnson be able to lead the Bears back to first place in the North?
On Sunday, the Dallas Cowboys will try to keep their playoff hopes alive as they host the L.A. Chargers. The Cowboys are currently on a two-game losing streak, and one more loss ends their 2025 run. Meanwhile, the Chargers have been undefeated since the bye, and have defeated the Super Bowl LIX champs as well as the runner-up in that period.
Another exciting matchup takes place at Bank of America Stadium as the Panthers host the Buccaneers. Carolina will try to take the lead in the NFC South as they want to win their first division title since 2015. The Panthers started the season 1-3, but have since gone 6-4. Meanwhile, Tampa Bay has struggled as of late, going 1-5 since the bye.
There’s all sorts of exciting matchups in Week 16, and we can’t wait to see what happens. It all ends with a Monday Night matchup between the San Francisco 49ers and Indianapolis Colts. How much more comfortable...
