madden

Madden is a surname of Irish origin. Notable individuals include John Madden (1936–2021), an American football coach and broadcaster. Madden led the Oakland Raiders to a championship and later became a prominent television commentator for NFL games on multiple networks. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 2006, and his approach to broadcasting helped shape how football is presented on television.

Madden NFL is a series of American football video games published by Electronic Arts under the EA Sports brand. The series began with John Madden Football in 1988 and has since been published annually, eventually adopting the Madden NFL title. The games are officially licensed by the National Football League and its players association and simulate professional play through realistic gameplay, team rosters, and stadiums. John Madden lent his name and served as a consultant, influencing coaching strategies, camera work, and presentation. The franchise introduced and refined features such as franchise modes, season play, and online multiplayer, and it has become one of the best-selling and longest-running sports video game franchises.