Salem, OR — Ever wonder what goes into coming up with player ratings for Madden? From the looks of it, it takes a team of nine analyst to come up with ratings that will capture a players essence and skills in a game that is played by millions each and every year. The video below is a glimpse into how it all comes together for the team at EA Sports in Orlando Florida.
Thanks but, no thanks
While it’s great for players to make it into the latest version of Madden, not all are happy with the results. Take for example Dallas Cowboys LE DeMarcus Lawrence, who had an outstanding season in this league, with 16 sacks and worked himself up to a 94 rating. But, once the new Madden is released, Lawrence will be seeing himself drop to a 90 overall rating.
HOLD UP @EAMaddenNFL you not just going to disrespeck me like that with an 89 and get away with it....PUT. SOME. RESPECK. ON. https://t.co/ndDkGvo7gx.
— DeMarcus Lawrence (@TankLawrence) July 15, 2019
UNTIL THEN COWBOYS NATION IS ON MADDEN STRIKE! RT @dallascowboys Nation show em we ain’t playin bih. pic.twitter.com/okVXyooI3l
Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen had similar thoughts.
Keenan Allen says he isn't going to play Madden 20 after seeing his ratings 😂
— SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) July 15, 2019
(via @Chargers)pic.twitter.com/TjklX3HuSJ
Chicago Bears backup quarterback Chase Daniel broke down the numbers for some of his teammates.
Rightfully so, the Bears are not happy about their Madden 20 ratings pic.twitter.com/uZj3IMGbo1
— Red Line Radio (@RedLineRadio) July 15, 2019
Overall, it’s a mix of emotions for players…
Your favorite @NFL players talk Madden Ratings 😁
— Madden NFL 20 (@EAMaddenNFL) July 15, 2019
Click to see all of the #Madden20 Player Ratings: https://t.co/MpUmRKdxUK pic.twitter.com/A8YkGHcnOK
If it’s in the game, it’s in the game
While ratings get debated, there are somethings that no one can argue with as they are as authentic as it gets. Like Tom Brady‘s infamous “No high five”.
Madden getting too realistic 😂
— NFL on ESPN (@ESPNNFL) July 16, 2019
(via @thecheckdown) pic.twitter.com/KxehTX7Q2j
Don’t forget your t-shirt
Safety Tony Jefferson probably summed up the feelings of most players after the ratings reveal.
Damn since I got the 84 madden rating I just purchased this shirt so fresh pic.twitter.com/pBmfnKz3ni
— Tony Jefferson (@_tonyjefferson) July 15, 2019
Full list of player ratings: https://www.easports.com/madden-nfl/player-ratings
Keenan Allen’s reaction was my favorite. His speed is definitely underrated
haha love the write up! And yeah, some of these ratings got me scratching my head too. Show some #Respeck!
It seems to me. Like Madden has just tightened the screws on the ratings, a lot of stars but limited the superstars. I mean look at the rankings of all the draft picks. Top picks are low 70’s and second rounders are in the 60’s. These are guys that are gonna play immediately.
i like the ratings system so far! not everyone is amazing, it reallly helps the stars shine.