Preseason counts in Madden, apparently. NFL football, and Madden by extension, isn't all about touchdowns, physical toughness, and Taylor Swift after all. EA wants you to care about kickers, too, and not just when they miss game-deciding kicks. The latest Madden 26 update increases the maximum distance that talented kickers with a 99 KPW, also known as Kick Power Attribute, can now kick--up to 70-yard field goals. Want us to remember this setting for all your devices? Now Playing: EA Sports Madden 26 - Official Reveal Trailer "As part of our ongoing commitment to authenticity, we’ve incorporated this record-setting event from the real NFL into the game," a development blog detailing the update reads. "The historic 70-yard field goal was an extraordinary achievement that pushed the boundaries of what’s possible on the field. We brought this into Madden, giving players the chance to recreate this iconic moment themselves." Jacksonville Jaguars kicker Cam Little set this record during the 2025 NFL preseason in an August matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers--quite the impressive accomplishment considering it was the first game of the preseason for both teams. It surpassed the previous NFL regular-season record of 66 yards. “Can’t lie, there was probably a little bit of doubt," Little told ESPN in an interview. "But I mean, we attempted a lot of long field goals in training camp. Had some 60, probably 65-pluses before [in practice]. And so, you know, I really wanted to just go out there and see what it would do.” The jersey and shoe Little wore during the kick are now on display in the Pro Football Hall of Fame, although the kick does not count toward official NFL record books since it took place in the preseason. Latest in Madden NFL 26 Battlefield 6 Proves We Need To Embrace Companion Apps Again Madden Leagues Are Vanishing Again And No One Knows Why Latest Madden 26 Ratings Sees Big Gains For Puka, Big Losses For Tua