EA dropped a brand-new Stars of the Week update in CFB 26, and while the program delivered some downright impressive cards, nothing-and I mean nothing-has overshadowed the release more than the absolutely ridiculous, accidentally-created monster known as 9-foot-1 Lamar Woodley.

Yes, you read that correctly: 9'1. 

No, it's not a joke CFB 26 Coins.

No, EA still hasn't patched it.

Between the glitch, several elite champions, some surprisingly good value cards, and a mixed bag of pack offers, this week's drop has quickly become one of the most entertaining-and bizarre-content updates in the game so far.

Let's break it all down.

The 9-Foot-1 Lamar Woodley Glitch: EA's Funniest Mistake of the Year

The spotlight of this week's program is undoubtedly Lamar Woodley, but not because of his stats-though he's a great card. No, Woodley is trending because EA somehow entered his height as 9'1 instead of a normal linebacker height.

And the result?

One of the greatest user-controlled linebackers in the entire history of football video games.

Players immediately started loading into games to test it, and the results are absolute comedy gold:

 Woodley's head touches the scoreboard shadow

 His wingspan covers half the field

 Every pass looks like it's being thrown directly at him

 Offenses simply cannot throw over him-he's a skyscraper playing zone coverage

 Hit sticks from a 9-foot player? Pure chaos

Even if you don't plan to use him long-term, this card is worth getting simply to experience the glitch firsthand.

EA still hasn't fixed Brilin Edwards' height from earlier issues, so nobody knows when Woodley will be adjusted-if ever. For now? Enjoy the giant.

Woodley Stats (Ignoring the Height Chaos)

 91 Speed

 92 Block Shed

 90 Zone

 Strong finesse and power rush moves

 Excellent hybrid pass-rusher/coverage ability

Even without the glitch, Woodley would be a top-tier defender. With the glitch? He's a meme legend and the best user in the game.

Omar Cooper Jr.: Reggie Wayne 2.0

Also joining the Stars of the Week is Omar Cooper Jr., an extremely clean and well-rounded wide receiver who brings the perfect mix of speed, separation, and route running.

Omar Cooper Jr. Highlights

 93 Speed

 Great Route Running

 6'0 Height

 Playstyle very similar to Reggie Wayne

If you liked Reggie Wayne earlier in the year, Cooper is essentially the same archetype with slightly improved attributes.

He's not a must-have meta dominator, but he's a perfect upgrade for teams missing a reliable WR2 or slot technician.

This Week's Champions: Huge W Cards

While the glitch stole the show, the real strength of this content drop lies in one of the best champion lineups we've seen in weeks. If you've been waiting to upgrade your backfield or secondary, now is the perfect time.

Ruben Owens II-Elite Halfback Upgrade

One of the most exciting champions is Ruben Owens II, a dynamic halfback with one of the cleanest stat spreads in the game.

Ruben Owens Key Attributes

 92 Speed

 93 Acceleration

 92 Juke

 92 Spin

 93 Change of Direction

Owens brings elite agility and fluidity, making him ideal for:

 Outside runs

 Cutback lanes

 Misdirection plays

 Open-field stick work

Even better, he should be relatively affordable because he's a champion rather than a rare LTD. For players seeking a non-LTD HB upgrade, Owens is basically perfect.

Philip Dunham-FS/SS Flex Monster

If your team needs secondary help, look no further than Philip Dunham. Listed as a free safety, he can also slot into strong safety without losing performance.

Philip Dunham Stats

 92 Speed

 94 Zone

 90 Man Coverage

 6'1 Height

 92 COD

This card is built exactly the way a modern coverage safety should be. He can cover deep, jump short routes, play match coverage, and handle user responsibilities if needed.

Early market prices show he's holding value well-likely because he's one of the most versatile DBs in the program.

Pack Breakdown: What's Worth Opening and What to Avoid

While the card content this week is excellent, the pack selection is, as usual, a mixed experience. Some packs offer good value; others are borderline scams.

Let's break down the notable ones.

Combo Bundles-Avoid at All Costs

These show up every week, and every week they trick players into losing coins.

A typical combo bundle includes:

 Two 87+ BNDs

 Two 87+ sellable cards

But the math simply doesn't work out.

The BNDs have no value, the odds for high cards are terrible, and even the sellable pieces rarely make up for the cost.

Verdict: Hard pass.Step Offers-Surprisingly Decent

On the flip side, EA released some solid "step-style" offers similar to the older Blue Chip promo packs.

Recent player experiences show:

 Many users pulled 89–92 overalls

 Some snagged Max Clair in earlier versions

 Packs offer a cheap way to test your luck without draining your wallet

The value here is significantly better than combo bundles, especially if you're chasing upgrades or re-roll training.

Opening Packs: Results, Odds, and Realistic Expectations

The pack experience this week has been… chaotic. Some players hit big; others lose 90k instantly. That's the nature of CFB 26 right now.

Here's a breakdown based on typical results.

87+ Stars of the Week Pack

This is coin-only, so no real money risk.

Notable pulls include:

 89 Spears (small W)

 Mostly mid pulls in the 87–89 range

Nothing special, but low risk.

140K Offer-87+ and Multiple Platinums

Almost universally a loss.

If you don't:

 Pull an 84 Platinum

 Pull a 90+

You're losing tens of thousands.

Example result:

 Lost 90k coins on a bad run

 Rarely profitable

 Odds simply don't justify the cost

Verdict: Avoid unless you enjoy suffering.

Step Pack with 21% Chance at a 91+

This one is decent.

Sample pulls:

 90 Prince Dorba (solid)

 87s and 88s

Not game-changing, but good for training or lineup depth.

The 1,800 Point Mega Step-The Best Pack of the Batch

This is where the value actually spikes.

What you get:

 1 of 2 89+

 3 of 5 87+

 3 of 5 83+

 27% chance at a 92+

Players have reported several 90–92 overall pulls, including:

 Brazil

 TJ Capers

 Owen Hineki (common pull)

This pack won't guarantee an LTD, but in terms of cost vs. return, it's easily the best offer this week.

Training Re-Rolls: LTD Hunting and Market Strategy

Full transparency: LTDs are extremely rare in re-rolls this week.

Even with 25k+ training invested, multiple rolls show:

 Tons of duplicates

 Endless Owen Hinekis

 Random 92s

 Very few LTDs

 But when an LTD does hit? It hits big.

Example walk-off:

 9'1 Lamar Woodley LTD

 Sold for 1.9 million coins

 Pure W

If you're rolling, aim for:

 Conference Tour animation

 Stars of the Week animation

These generally signal strong pulls.

Gameplay Test: 9'1 Woodley in Live Action

Once Woodley was pulled, the next logical step was obvious:

Get into a game and see if he truly plays at 9'1.

The results did not disappoint.

What happened in-game:

 He towers over offensive linemen

 He blocks passing lanes without jumping

 QB AI refuses to throw near him

 Hit sticks send players flying

 His height model is so broken it clips through animations

It is hands down the funniest visual bug of the year.

Even if you plan to sell him, you owe it to yourself to take him into one game before he gets patched.

Final Thoughts

This Stars of the Week drop is one of the most entertaining in CFB 26 so far. You get:

 A legitimately elite halfback (Ruben Owens)

 A plug-and-play free safety (Philip Dunham)

 A reliable WR upgrade (Omar Cooper Jr.)

 High-value step packs

 And the viral meme legend: 9-foot-1 Lamar Woodley buy CFB 26 Coins