EA Sports College Football 26 is here, and with CFB 26 Coins it comes a deeper, smarter, and more rewarding football sim than its predecessor. EA has refined core gameplay, enhanced Dynasty Mode, and introduced new features that cater to both casual fans and competitive players.

Whether you're running with a Power Five contender or building a Cinderella story with a mid-major, these eight tips will help you get the most out of College Football 26 and rack up the wins in the process.

1. Commit to the Run-It's Better Than Ever

Running the ball is much more viable this year. EA's tweaks to offensive line targeting make inside zone and dive plays more fluid and rewarding. You'll now see your linemen break off double teams, reach the second level, and pancake defenders to clear the way.

Even lower-rated teams can find success by hammering the run game. If you're struggling with offense, grab a solid RB and lean heavily on inside zone out of the shotgun. It's consistent and safer than deep throws, especially in early games.

2. Use the Stiff-Arm Aggressively

The stiff-arm is borderline overpowered this year. You no longer need to be using a power back to knock defenders to the ground. Timing is key-tap A (Xbox) or X (PlayStation) as a defender approaches, and you'll often break the tackle or gain extra yards.

Pro tip: Even if you don't see a defender right in front of you, it's often still worth hitting the stiff-arm button as you run through the line. You'll bounce off tacklers more often than not.

3. Master ‘Switch Stick' on Defense

Switch Stick is a must-learn defensive mechanic. It lets you switch to another defender before the ball is thrown, giving you the chance to jump routes or bait the QB into a mistake.

Use it to patrol the middle with a linebacker, then jump to a safety or corner at the last second to cut off slants or corner routes. This feature widens the skill gap-master it and buy CUT 26 Coins you'll dominate online and offline alike.