Usually when you see players speak out about their Madden NFL ratings, it's to contest a lower-than-expected one. However, Tennessee Titans rookie offensive lineman Jackson Slater went in the opposite direction.
Reacting to a post on X about the ratings for Titans rookies in the upcoming Madden NFL 26 video game, it was revealed that Slater scored a 75 overall, which is especially good for a rookie chosen in the fifth round of the NFL draft.
Slater was also impressed with his own overall ratings. In fact, he couldn't believe it was as high as it was.
"To be honest this makes zero sense, but I'll take it," Slater said with a laughing emoji.
Not only did Slater score an impressive overall rating, it was also the highest out of all Tennessee rookies, including No. 1 overall pick, quarterback Cam Ward.
Here's a look at every rookie's rating, per The Music City Audible's Justin Graver:
- OL Jackson Slater: 75
- QB Cam Ward: 71
- WR Elic Ayomanor: 71
- RB Kalel Mullings: 70
- WR Chimere Dike: 69
- TE Gunnar Helm: 69
- CB Marcus Harris: 69
- DE Femi Oladejo: 68
- S Kevin Winston Jr.: 68
The most surprising rating there no doubt comes with Ward. For those up in arms about some of these ratings, just know they are subject to change before launch, and during the season.
After being a four-year starter at guard during his days at Sacramento State, Slater is looking to compete for a top reserve role in his first season. The 6-foot-3, 311-pound lineman also has the versatility to slide over to center if needed.