Madden 24 player ratings: Best QB, RB, WR, TE and defensive players in the game
EA Madden 24 has arrived and if you’re curious to know player ratings before diving into the game, here’s a rundown of the best players in every position.
This year’s annual installment of the Madden franchise has just been released, and Madden 24 has a lot of content on offer for fans to enjoy, including additional features in the game’s Franchise and Superstars modes.
You may be wondering who the best players in the game are, and luckily EA Sports released information on the highest-rated athletes before the game launched.
Here’s a full rundown of the player ratings in Madden 24 for every position on the field.
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We’ll start off our look at the Madden 24 player ratings with the ten best quarterbacks in Madden 24:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Patrick Mahomes | Chiefs | 99 |
| 2 | Joe Burrow | Bengals | 95 |
| 3 | Josh Allen | Bills | 94 |
| 4 | Lamar Jackson | Ravens | 91 |
| 5 | Jalen Hurts | Eagles | 88 |
| 6 | Justin Herbert | Chargers | 87 |
| 7 | Dak Prescott | Cowboys | 87 |
| 8 | Aaron Rodgers | Jets | 86 |
| 9 | Kirk Cousins | Vikings | 84 |
| 10 | Tua Tagovailoa | Dolphins | 83 |
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Two-time Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes is in the ’99 Club’ yet again. Mahomes is the highest-rated quarterback in the game, as he beat out Joe Burrow and Madden 24 cover star Josh Allen.
The best wide receivers in Madden 24
Here’s a look at the ten best wide receivers in Madden 24:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Justin Jefferson | Vikings | 99 |
| 2 | Tyreek Hill | Dolphins | 98 |
| 3 | Davante Adams | Raiders | 97 |
| 4 | Stefon Diggs | Bills | 96 |
| 5 | Cooper Kupp | Rams | 96 |
| 6 | Ja’Marr Chase | Bengals | 94 |
| 7 | DeAndre Hopkins | Titans | 93 |
| 8 | Terry McLaurin | Commanders | 92 |
| 9 | A.J. Brown | Eagles | 91 |
| 10 | Amari Cooper | Browns | 91 |
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The top wide receiver in Madden 24 is Vikings superstar Justin Jefferson, the only wide receiver that will be a part of the game’s 99 Club at launch. Jefferson had an incredible season in 2022, as he led all players in total receptions (128) and receiving yards (1,809).
Right behind Jefferson is Tyreek Hill, who ESPN reported is the fastest player in Madden 24. Raiders wide out Davante Adams, the NFL leader in receiving touchdowns in 2022, will start the year with the third-highest rating among wide receivers.
The best running backs in Madden 24
Here’s a look at the best running backs in Madden 24:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Nick Chubb | Browns | 97 |
| 2 | Christian McCaffrey | 49ers | 96 |
| 3 | Josh Jacobs | Raiders | 95 |
| 4 | Derrick Henry | Titans | 94 |
| 5 | Saquon Barkley | Giants | 93 |
| 6 | Dalvin Cook | Free Agent | 91 |
| 7 | Austin Ekeler | Chargers | 89 |
| 8 | Jonathan Taylor | Colts | 89 |
| 9 | Tony Pollard | Cowboys | 88 |
| 10 | Aaron Jones | Packers | 88 |
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The top of the running back pack is headlined by powerful Browns running back Nick Chubb and Christian McCaffrey of the 49ers. Raiders running back Josh Jacobs rounds out the top three.
The best tight ends in Madden 24
Here’s a breakdown of the best tight ends:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Travis Kelce | Chiefs | 99 |
| 2 | George Kittle | 49ers | 96 |
| 3 | Mark Andrews | Ravens | 95 |
| 4 | T.J. Hockenson | Vikings | 90 |
| 5 | Dallas Goedert | Eagles | 89 |
| 6 | Kyle Pitts | Falcons | 87 |
| 7 | Darren Waller | Giants | 86 |
| 8 | Pat Freiermuth | Steelers | 85 |
| 9 | David Njoku | Browns | 84 |
| 10 | Evan Engram | Jaguars | 84 |
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Chiefs superstar Travis Kelce returns to the ’99 Club’ for Madden 24, and he’s the lone tight end to receive a 99 OVR rating. Four tight ends received ratings of 90 OVR or greater, including George Kittle of the 49ers and Mark Andrews.
The best fullbacks in Madden 24
These are the best fullbacks in Madden 24:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Kyle Juszczyk | 49ers | 87 |
| 2 | Patrick Ricard | Ravens | 81 |
| 3 | Alec Ingold | Dolphins | 77 |
| 4 | Reggie Gilliam | Bills | 76 |
| 5 | C.J. Ham | Vikings | 75 |
| 6 | Khari Blasingame | Bears | 72 |
| 7 | Michael Burton | Broncos | 71 |
| 8 | Andrew Beck | Texans | 70 |
| 9 | Jakob Johnson | Raiders | 68 |
| 10 | Ben Mason | Ravens | 67 |
Seven-time Pro Bowler Kyle Juszczyk headlines the top fullback list.
The best offensive lineman in Madden 24
EA confirmed the ratings for the best offensive lineman on July 19:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Zack Martin | Cowboys | 99 |
| 2 | Trent Williams | Commanders | 98 |
| 3 | Lane Johnson | Eagles | 98 |
| 4 | Laremy Tunsil | Texas | 95 |
| 5 | Chris Lindstrom | Falcons | 93 |
| 6 | Joel Bitonio | Browns | 92 |
| 7 | Triston Wirfs | Buccaneers | 92 |
| 8 | Quenton Nelson | Colts | 92 |
| 9 | Jason Kelce | Eagles | 92 |
| 10 | Andrew Thomas | Giants | 92 |
Cowboys OL Zack Martin is a part of the ’99 Club,’ and he’s the first guard to crack the club since 2003. 49ers tackle Trent Johnson and Eagles lineman Lane Johnson round out the top three, as the two come in at 98 OVR.
The best interior linemen in Madden 24
Now, here’s a look at the best interior defensive linemen:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Aaron Donald | Rams | 99 |
| 2 | Chris Jones | Chiefs | 96 |
| 3 | Dexter Lawrence II | Giants | 93 |
| 4 | Quinnen Williams | Jets | 93 |
| 5 | Cameron Heyward | Steelers | 93 |
| 6 | Jonathan Allen | Commanders | 92 |
| 7 | Jeffery Simmons | Titans | 89 |
| 8 | Vita Vea | Buccaneers | 88 |
| 9 | D.J. Reader | Bengals | 87 |
| 10 | Christian Wilkins | Dolphins | 86 |
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Rams defensive lineman Aaron Donald made the ’99 Club’ for the seventh straight year and he will begin Madden 24 as the highest-rated interior lineman. Four-time Pro Bowler Chris Jones and breakout star Dexter Lawrence II round out the top three.
The best edge rushers in Madden 24
Now, a look at the best edge rushers:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Nick Bosa | 49ers | 98 |
| 2 | Myles Garrett | Browns | 98 |
| 3 | Micah Parsons | Cowboys | 97 |
| 4 | T.J. Watt | Steelers | 94 |
| 5 | Von Miller | Bills | 94 |
| 6 | Maxx Crosby | Raiders | 94 |
| 7 | Joey Bosa | Chargers | 91 |
| 8 | Haason Reddick | Eagles | 90 |
| 9 | DeMarcus Lawrence | Cowboys | 90 |
| 10 | Matthew Judon | Patriots | 89 |
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49ers superstar Nick Bosa headlines the top ten, as he tied with Myles Garrett for the highest rating among edge rushers. Micah Parson, T.J. Watt, and Von Miller round out the top five.
The best linebackers in Madden 24
Here’s a breakdown of the top ten linebackers:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Fred Warner | 49ers | 96 |
| 2 | Roquan Smith | Ravens | 92 |
| 3 | Lavonte David | Buccaneers | 91 |
| 4 | Demario Davis | Saints | 90 |
| 5 | Bobby Wagner | Seahawks | 89 |
| 6 | Matt Milano | Bills | 88 |
| 7 | Nick Bolton | Chiefs | 87 |
| 8 | Tremaine Edwards | Bears | 87 |
| 9 | Dre Greenlaw | 49ers | 86 |
| 10 | Shaquille Leonard | Colts | 86 |
49ers linebacker Fred Warner is the highest-rated linebacker at 96 OVR, four overall points ahead to Roquan Smith. Lavonte David, Demario Davis, and returning Seahawks linebacker Bobby Wagner round out the top five.
The best cornerbacks in Madden 24
Let’s move on to the cornerbacks with the highest overall player ratings in Madden 24:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Jalen Ramsey | Dolphins | 97 |
| 2 | Jaire Alexander | Packers | 95 |
| 3 | Patrick Surtain II | Broncos | 94 |
| 4 | Sauce Gardner | Jets | 93 |
| 5 | Marlon Humphrey | Ravens | 93 |
| 6 | Darius Slay Jr. | Eagles | 92 |
| 7 | Stephon Gilmore | Cowboys | 91 |
| 8 | Marshon Lattimore | Saints | 90 |
| 9 | Tre’Davious White | Bills | 90 |
| 10 | Denzel Ward | Browns | 88 |
Six-time Pro Bowler and former Super Bowl champion Jalen Ramsey headlines the cornerbacks. The new Dolphins CB will start the year as a 97 OVR. Jaire Alexander, Patrick Surtain II, Sauce Gardner, and Marlon Humphrey round out the top five.
The best safeties in Madden 24
Here’s a look at the ten NFL safeties that received the highest player ratings for Madden 24:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Derwin James | Chargers | 95 |
| 2 | Minkah Fitzpatrick | Steelers | 93 |
| 3 | Justin Simmons | Broncos | 92 |
| 4 | Kevin Byard | Titans | 92 |
| 5 | Jessie Bates III | Falcons | 91 |
| 6 | Tyrann Mathieu | Saints | 91 |
| 7 | Budda Baker | Cardinals | 90 |
| 8 | Jordan Poyer | Bills | 90 |
| 9 | Harrison Smith | Vikings | 90 |
| 10 | Micah Hyde | Bills | 89 |
Shutdown Chargers safety and avid Madden player Derwin James leads all safeties, as he will begin the year as a 95 OVR. Minkah Fitzpatrick, who was tied for first in the NFL in interceptions last season, is the second-best safety in Madden 24 at 93 OVR. Justin Simmons, Kevin Byard, and Jessie Bates III round out the top five.
The best kickers in Madden 24
These are the best kickers in Madden 24:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | Justin Tucker | Ravens | 91 |
| 2 | Daniel Carlson | Raiders | 83 |
| 3 | Graham Gano | Giants | 83 |
| 4 | Jake Elliott | Eagles | 81 |
| 5 | Jason Myers | Seahawks | 80 |
| 6 | Matt Gay | Colts | 80 |
| 7 | Younghoe Koo | Falcons | 80 |
| 8 | Evan McPherson | Bengals | 79 |
| 9 | Ka’Imi Fairbairn | Texans | 79 |
| 10 | Matt Prater | Cardinals | 79 |
Ravens kicker Justin Tucker is the top-rated kicker in Madden.
The best punters in Madden 24
And, the highest-rated punters in Madden:
| Rank | Name | Team | Overall Rating |
| 1 | A.J. Cole III | Raiders | 83 |
| 2 | Tommy Townsend | Chiefs | 83 |
| 3 | Ryan Stonehouse | Titans | 82 |
| 4 | Johnny Hekker | Panthers | 81 |
| 5 | Logan Cooke | Jaguars | 81 |
| 6 | Bryan Anger | Cowboys | 80 |
| 7 | Thomas Morestead | Jets | 79 |
| 8 | Tress Way | Commanders | 79 |
| 9 | Blake Gillikin | Saints | 78 |
| 10 | Corey Bojorquez | Browns | 78 |
Those are the Madden 24 player ratings! Make sure to check out more of our coverage for the game below:
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