Why Is ‘Madden’ Named After John Madden? A Look at the Hit Video Game

Outside of Super Bowl wins, sportscasts, and a general king-like presence in football, John’s biggest contribution to the sport has undoubtedly been bringing the now-legendary Madden series of video games to the masses. With that being said, why exactly is Madden named after John, and how did the game come to be? Here’s an overview.