Updated September 20, 2026. The Madden 27 ratings update has delivered major upgrades and downgrades after the opening weeks of the NFL season. T.J. Watt earned the joint-largest overall boost, Fred Warner moved to the edge of the 99 Club, and Drake Maye received the sharpest fall among the highlighted players.
Madden 27 Ratings Update: Biggest Changes
EA adjusts Madden ratings throughout the season to reflect real-world performances. These changes matter beyond bragging rights: an extra point of speed, awareness, pass rushing, or coverage can noticeably affect matchups in Play Now, online games, and Franchise saves using the newest roster.
The latest movement favors established defensive stars and several quarterbacks who began the season strongly. Here are the ten changes players should know first.
10 Huge Madden 27 Ratings Risers and Fallers
- T.J. Watt: 93 to 96 (+3). Watt receives the biggest upgrade among the leading risers. A three-point increase pushes him back among the elite edge defenders and makes Pittsburgh’s pass rush considerably more dangerous.
- Drake Maye: 92 to 89 (-3). Maye takes the largest overall downgrade in the highlighted group. His awareness also falls by ten points to 83, a substantial adjustment for players who rely on New England’s quarterback in simulation-heavy modes.
- Justin Jefferson: 94 to 96 (+2). Jefferson’s two-point rise restores him to the highest tier of wide receivers. Route running, contested catches, and matchup advantages make even a small overall boost important.
- Fred Warner: 97 to 98 (+1). Warner is now only one point away from the 99 Club. The increase strengthens an already versatile linebacker who can cover, tackle, and control the middle of the field.
- Trevor Lawrence: +2 overall. Lawrence is one of several players receiving a two-point increase. The upgrade makes Jacksonville more attractive for players who prefer a mobile quarterback with a strong arm.
- Jordan Love: +2 overall. Love’s rise improves Green Bay’s passing-game profile. Quarterback adjustments can have an outsized impact because awareness and throwing attributes influence so many offensive situations.
- Dre Greenlaw: +2 overall. Greenlaw earns a notable defensive boost. Faster reactions and improved reliability at linebacker can change how users defend short routes and outside runs.
- Patrick Ricard: +2 overall. Fullbacks rarely lead ratings headlines, but Ricard’s increase rewards a specialist whose blocking can be valuable in power-running schemes and short-yardage packages.
- Terrel Bernard: +2 overall. Bernard joins the group of significant risers, giving Buffalo users another improved defender for zone coverage and tackling assignments.
- Justin Herbert: 90 to 89 (-1). Herbert slips below the 90-overall threshold. The one-point loss is smaller than Maye’s decline, but losing elite-status presentation can still matter to Chargers fans and competitive roster comparisons.
More Players Who Received Upgrades
The update goes deeper than the top ten. Bijan Robinson rises from 95 to 96, while Lamar Jackson climbs from 94 to 95. Aidan Hutchinson and Derrick Henry each move from 93 to 94, and Zack Baun improves from 92 to 93.
Caleb Williams and Kenneth Walker both reach 91 overall after one-point boosts. Quinyon Mitchell enters the 90-overall group, while Trey Hendrickson, Zay Flowers, Chris Olave, George Pickens, D’Andre Swift, Julian Love, Bucky Irving, Jaylen Waddle, Kevin Byard III, Jevon Holland, and Landon Dickerson also receive increases.
These one-point changes may look modest, but the underlying attribute adjustments are often more important than the overall number. A receiver can feel different after changes to speed or release, while a defender may benefit most from awareness, play recognition, or pursuit.
Confirmed Madden 27 Ratings Downgrades
Drake Maye is not the only player moving downward. James Cook III falls from 94 to 93, DeForest Buckner drops from 93 to 92, and Quinnen Williams moves from 92 to 91. Josh Jacobs slides from 91 to 90, while Jaylon Johnson and Justin Herbert each fall from 90 to 89.
There are more prominent risers than fallers in this update. That does not mean every unlisted player kept the same attributes: EA’s searchable database remains the best place to verify a specific player and compare current ratings.
How to Download the Latest Madden 27 Roster
To use the newest ratings, connect the console or PC to the internet, launch Madden NFL 27, and allow the game to download available live-content updates. From the main menu, check the roster management or share-and-manage-files area and download the latest official roster if the update is not already active.
Players starting a new Franchise should confirm that the current active roster is selected during setup. An existing offline Franchise may retain the ratings that were active when the save was created. Online modes and live rosters can behave differently, so check the mode’s roster source before assuming every saved league changed automatically.
Why Madden Ratings Change Every Week
Ratings updates follow real NFL performance rather than a fixed preseason prediction. A strong game can raise awareness, catching, tackling, or position-specific skills, while turnovers, missed assignments, and poor efficiency can lead to reductions.
One week does not always create a permanent trend. EA can reverse a change when later performances offer better evidence. That makes the ratings database a living snapshot of the season rather than a final ranking of every player.
Who Is Closest to the 99 Club?
Fred Warner is the clearest name to watch after reaching 98 overall. One more strong update could place him in the 99 Club. Justin Jefferson and T.J. Watt are now at 96, close enough that a dominant run of real-world performances could keep them moving upward.
For the complete live list, check the official EA Madden NFL 27 ratings database. EA’s Madden NFL 27 news page also publishes title updates and seasonal program information. Browse more console coverage in the GameWilds Platforms section.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who received the biggest Madden 27 ratings upgrade?
T.J. Watt received a three-point increase, moving from 93 to 96 overall.
Who received the biggest downgrade?
Drake Maye fell three points from 92 to 89 overall, and his awareness dropped ten points to 83.
Did Fred Warner join the 99 Club?
No. Warner improved to 98 overall, leaving him one point short of the 99 Club.
Do ratings updates affect an existing Franchise?
Not always. Offline Franchise saves commonly retain the roster used when the league was created. Start a new league with the active roster if you want the latest ratings.
The Madden 27 ratings update makes several elite defenders stronger, rewards early-season standouts, and gives roster-focused players a reason to refresh before their next game. We will update this guide when EA releases another significant ratings change.
