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NFL training camps are opening across the league and the countdown to the latest edition of “Madden NFL” is officially underway.
“Madden NFL 27” is still just over two weeks away from release, but the ratings debate will likely begin now. EA Sports released its latest player ratings on Wednesday, releasing the top 10 players at quarterback, running back and wide receiver.
Reigning league MVP Matthew Stafford and Buffalo Bills signal-caller Josh Allen led the quarterback group in ratings and earned a spot in the coveted 99 Club.
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Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford (9) throws a pass against the Carolina Panthers during the second quarter of an NFC Wild Card playoff game at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, on January 10, 2026. (Eric Thayer/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
Stafford and Allen tied for highest quarterback rating, but the Los Angeles Rams quarterback was ranked ahead of the Buffalo Bills star in the category.
Joe Burrow was third with 97, followed by Baltimore Ravens standout Lamar Jackson. Patrick Mahomes received a grade of 93 and placed fifth, while Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff rounded out the top 10 of the group with a score of 88.
The other 99 members of the Club were wide receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Jaxon Smith-Njigba, defensive end Myles Garrett and tight end Trey McBride.
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After winning the franchise’s second Super Bowl title in February, the Seattle Seahawks agreed to a four-year contract extension with Smith-Njigba that made him the highest-paid receiver in NFL history. Chase has eclipsed the 1,000 receiving yards mark in every season since entering the league in 2021.
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase (1) reacts after picking up a first down against the Arizona Cardinals during the first quarter at Paycor Stadium in Cincinnati, Ohio, on December 28, 2025. (Ben Jackson/Getty Images)
After Chase and Smith-Njigba, Puka Nacua, Amon-Ra St. Brown and Justin Jefferson rounded out the top five wide receivers. Mike Evans, who left the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for the San Francisco 49ers this offseason, came in at No. 10.
Detroit Lions star Jahmyr Gibbs led all running backs with an overall rating of 98. Christian McCaffrey followed with a 97 after a bounce-back season, with Jonathan Taylor third and Bijan Robinson fourth with a 95. Rams standout Kyren Williams rounded out the top 10.
Caleb Williams may be the face of “Madden NFL 27,” but the Chicago Bears quarterback is still looking for a higher rating. Earlier this week, he said his goal is to join the 99 Club before the end of the year.
A detailed view of the NFL Madden 2026 fixtures at the Moscone Center in San Francisco, California, on February 4, 2026, before Super Bowl LX. (Ishika Samant/Getty Images)
“If I increase my completion percentage, I’ll be 99,” Williams told “Up & Adams” on Monday. “That’s how everyone feels about it. I don’t throw picks, I’m not a picks guy, I’ve never been a picks guy. Throw a few more touchdowns, keep the picks low and then just complete the plays.”
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“Madden NFL 27” is scheduled to launch worldwide on August 13, and MVP+ members will receive early access up to seven days before launch.
On the team side, the Rams earned the highest grade of the game with a 93 overall.
