In 1988, John Madden merged color broadcasting and NFL experience to create the world’s most authentic football game. “John Madden Football” brought the excitement of the gridiron to gamers at home. It introduced real concepts and schemes commonly used by the league’s best coaches. His ingenuity birthed a video game that multiple generations enjoy.
The excitement surrounding Madden continues to echo throughout the nation. Last week, EA Sports launched their player ratings for Madden 24. Since then, gamers have access to the game’s latest changes. Before we download the most anticipated football game of the year, what can we expect from the quarterback position?
Madden 24’s realistic Quarterback Ratings help Allen, Burrow, and Mahomes stay above competition
Completing passes in the NFL is more important than ever. Within the past few seasons, offensive coordinators have relied heavily on their highly-paid QBs. Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes, and Joe Burrow set trends in the league. They lead their franchises to victory using keen accuracy, throw power, and awareness.
Impressive stat lines helped the league’s newest quarterbacks earn solid grades in Madden 24. In 2022, Mahomes (92), Allen (91.8), and Burrow (92) ranked within Pro Football Focus’ top five offensive grades for quarterbacks. They threw over 4,000 yards passing and 35 touchdowns each – proving they are the best at their position.
On Friday, EA Sports released their ratings for gunslingers and linebackers. The three AFC quarterbacks held the highest ratings among their peers. Mahomes (99), Burrow (95), and Allen (94) displayed their tier 1 passing abilities. The ratings reflected their recent dominance in the league, but how did their competitors compare?