

The Houston native also became the first rookie quarterback in NFL history to exceed 500 rushing yards.Ĭoming into its 18th year and with more than 60 million copies sold and having generated over $2 billion in retail sales, Madden NFL Football continues to stand out as one of the most popular videogame franchises of all time. Young ranked second on the team with 552 rushing yards and tied a team high with seven touchdowns. The 2006 NFL Rookie of the Year was selected by the Tennessee Titans with the third overall pick in the 2006 NFL Draft, and started in 13 games for the Titans. "After being named Rookie of the Year and going to the Pro Bowl my first season - this is a perfect way to start my second season in the NFL."Īs the first rookie quarterback to go to a NFL Pro Bowl, Vince Young has already emerged as one of the most exciting athletes in the NFL. "It is truly an honor for me to be on the cover of Madden NFL 08, every NFL player dreams of being on the cover," said Young. Madden NFL 08 will be available for purchase beginning August 14. Last year's Madden NFL 07 sold over 7 million copies and was the number one selling game in North America in 2006. The Tennessee Titans quarterback's appearance on the cover of Madden NFL 08 makes him the youngest NFL star to grace the cover. Scout collegiate prospects with the all-new NFL Draft Scouting System Watch players impact their teams with the new Franchise Player Roles feature Use actual plays from your favorite team's defensive playbook to shut down the running game, pressure the quarterback, or force key turnovers.Electronic Arts Inc., has announced that former Longhorns quarterback and the NFL's 2006 Rookie of the Year Vince Young will appear on the cover of Madden NFL 08, the latest iteration of the EA SPORTS TM best-selling football franchise with the official video game license of the NFL and its players. Between the tackles or in the open field, run to daylight with Madden NFL 08. Innovative rushing controls give you a game-breaking ground attack featuring all-new jukes, cutbacks, and the distinct running styles of your favorite backs. Step up as the lead blocker to create a hole, then take control of the tailback and smash through, overpower, or slash away from would-be tacklers as you fight for every yard. Madden NFL 08 lets you control the running game like never before.

Game Description: Why just watch NFL football on TV when you can take an active role in the game with Madden NFL 08 by Electronic Arts.
