Shedeur Sanders wants to prove to the world what he’s truly made of. Now, his Madden 26 rating has been revealed—and it places him behind three other rookie quarterbacks in this year’s game.
The 2025 NFL Draft was a nightmare for Shedeur Sanders. Once projected as a first-round pick, the former Colorado star shockingly fell to the fifth round before finally being selected.
Now with the Cleveland Browns, Sanders is determined to prove the entire NFL wrong for overlooking him. But before he can chase the starting job, he’ll first need to secure a spot on the final roster.
Report: Madden 26 ranks Shedeur Sanders as the fourth-best rookie quarterback
Sanders faces an uphill battle. The former Buffaloes standout was once considered a top-tier prospect, making his fall in the 2025 Draft all the more surprising.
Most analysts expected his name to be called on Day 1 or Day 2, but it wasn’t until Day 3 that the Browns finally selected him. While his talent is undeniable, some scouts have raised concerns about his attitude and whether it suits the demands of the NFL.
Fortunately for gamers, attitude doesn’t matter—what matters in Madden is accuracy, athleticism, and playmaking. Now, early reports have revealed where Sanders stands in the upcoming edition of the game.
According to Bleacher Report, Shedeur Sanders will enter Madden 26 with a 67 overall rating, ranking him as the fourth-best rookie quarterback. That’s notable, considering he was the sixth QB selected in the draft.
Cam Ward, Jaxson Dart, and Tyler Shough are ranked above Sanders, while Dillon Gabriel—another Browns draft pick taken ahead of him—is ranked just below with a 66 overall.
When does Madden 26 launch?
The wait is almost over for football fans. As the 2025 NFL season approaches, so does the release of Madden 26.
The game will launch on August 14 for PC, PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch 2. This year, Saquon Barkley will grace the cover as the featured athlete in EA Sports’ latest installment of the iconic franchise.