Overview
- EA Sports assigned the maximum 99 overall rating to running back Saquon Barkley, tackle Lane Johnson, quarterbacks Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, receivers Ja’Marr Chase and Justin Jefferson, and defensive end Myles Garrett.
- Barkley and Johnson become the first duo from one franchise to start a Madden title with 99 ratings for the Eagles since 2006.
- Josh Allen is the first reigning NFL MVP to receive a 99 rating at a Madden game’s launch.
- The seven-player opening roster is the largest 99 Club class at launch since Madden NFL 19.
- Fans have questioned Patrick Mahomes’ absence as EA continues rolling out full Madden NFL 26 player ratings.