Madden 27 Rookies
Madden NFL 27 rookie ratings unveiled, showcasing top talent like Love and Downs for August release.
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Falcons rookies show a mix of mid-level grades with Avieon Terrell leading at 75 overall, while third-rounder Zachariah Branch is at 73 but boasts elite speed (95) and agility (93), highlighting a potential playmaking edge despite a lower overall rating.
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Love and Downs are the class’s top-rated rookies at 82 overall, making them the highest-rated newcomers in Madden 27; Fernando Mendoza sits at 74, which ranks 49th among all rookies and 29th among first-round picks, illustrating a large gap between the top two and Mendoza.
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The Steelers’ rookie ratings kick off with Max Iheanachor at 75, followed by Germie Bernard at 74 and Daylen Everette/Dennings Dunker at 72; notable is Kaden Wetjek’s 90 speed despite a modest overall rating, underscoring a potential speed advantage at WR/DB positions.
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Bears rookies include Caleb Williams on the cover, with Sam Roush having the lowest rating among Bears rookies; undrafted long snapper Beau Gardner is also part of the Bears’ rookie slate, illustrating a broader inclusion of late additions.
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The top-10 list features multiple high-impact rookies such as Francis Mauigoa (78) and Akheem Mesidor (79), plus Spencer Fano (79) and Malachi Lawrence (78), with two Giants and two Cowboys represented in the top tier; Mendoza does not crack the top-10, while KC Concepcion Jr. sits at 75 and Makai Lemon at 76.
EA Sports has dropped its rookie ratings for Madden NFL 27, and two players are already standing out from the rest. Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love and Alabama safety Caleb Downs both earned 82 overall ratings — the highest of any rookie in the game — according to The Big Lead.
The full game releases Aug. 13, with early access for MVP+ members starting Aug. 6. The ratings rollout is happening in waves, with team-by-team reveals giving fans a closer look at how EA views each draft class before kickoff.
Love and Downs Lead the Entire Rookie Class
Love and Downs sit alone at the top at 82 overall, making them the best-rated rookies in Madden NFL 27. Behind them, the drop-off is steep. Fernando Mendoza, a first-round pick, comes in at just 74 overall. That puts him 49th among all rookies and 29th among first-rounders, according to The Big Lead.
The full top-10 list shows a mix of pass rushers, linemen, and skill players. Akheem Mesidor leads the group behind the top two at 79 overall, tied with Spencer Fano at 79. Francis Mauigoa and Malachi Lawrence both sit at 78. The top 10 includes two Giants and two Cowboys, per The Big Lead.
Steelers Rookies Rated with Speed as a Hidden Weapon
Pittsburgh's 14-man rookie group is led by first-round pick Max Iheanachor at 75 overall, according to Steelers Wire. Germie Bernard comes in right behind at 74, followed by Daylen Everette and Dennings Dunker at 72.
One number stands out for wide receiver Kaden Wetjek: a 90 speed rating, even with a modest overall grade. That kind of speed can make a player useful in Madden even when the overall number looks unimpressive. The Steelers' group is mostly made up of second- and third-rounders, with a few undrafted free agents also included, per Steelers Wire.
Falcons and Bears Rookies Reflect Draft Order Closely
Atlanta's rookie class is led by Avieon Terrell at 75 overall. Third-round pick Zachariah Branch sits at 73, but his individual attributes tell a different story: 95 speed and 93 agility. Those numbers could make him a dangerous playmaker in Madden despite the modest overall rating.
The Bears' ratings mostly follow draft order, with cover athlete Caleb Williams headlining the group. Tight end Sam Roush holds the lowest rating among Chicago's rookies. Undrafted long snapper Beau Gardner is also included, showing EA's commitment to filling out full rosters with even the smallest roster additions.
Former Texas Tech Star Earns Notable Rookie Rating
David Bailey, a former Texas Tech star drafted by the New York Jets with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, is among the higher-rated rookies in the game, according to Red Raiders Wire. Bailey's rating puts him near the top tier of first-round picks in Madden NFL 27.
KC Concepcion Jr. sits at 75 and Makai Lemon at 76, filling out the mid-tier rookie range. The staggered ratings reveal gives fans a detailed picture of EA's take on the full 2026 draft class before the game launches next month.
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