John Madden (born April 10, 1936, died December 28, 2021) was a former broadcaster and coach for the NFL who lended his name to the Madden NFL series.
Madden was featured on the cover of every Madden NFL game from John Madden Football (1988) through Madden NFL 2000. Starting with Madden NFL 2001, Madden NFL game covers instead featured NFL stars. Madden also did commentary in every Madden game up to Madden NFL 09.
On December 28, 2021, Madden died at the age of 85.