Get ready for an exciting ride as we dive into the world of Madden NFL 26 and its Week 5 ratings surge! It's a battle of the best, and some players are truly on fire.
Leading the charge is none other than Indianapolis Colts' running back, Jonathan Taylor. He's on an incredible streak, adding another two points to his overall rating (OVR), now sitting at a solid 93. While it's not quite his career high, the momentum is undeniable, and he's climbing towards the top.
But here's where it gets controversial... Dallas Cowboys' quarterback, Dak Prescott, is also on a roll. He's reached the impressive OVR of 90, matching his career-best season finish from Madden NFL 24. Is this a sign of things to come, or just a temporary spike?
Team of the Week 5 members, Jeffery Simmons and Rico Dowdle, are also making waves. Simmons, a defensive tackle for the Tennessee Titans, has set a new career high with an OVR of 94. Meanwhile, Dowdle, the running back for the Carolina Panthers, has made up for his previous point loss, showing consistent improvement.
However, not everyone is on a winning streak. James Cook III, the running back for the Buffalo Bills, seems to have hit a roadblock. After three weeks of gains, he lost a point, dropping back to an OVR of 92.
The San Francisco 49ers had a rollercoaster week. Safety Ji'Ayir Brown suffered a significant five-point loss, while tight end Jake Tonges gained an impressive four points. Running back Christian McCaffrey, unfortunately, continued his downward trend, losing points for the fourth week in a row, bringing his OVR down to 91.
Now, let's dive into the full list of Madden NFL 26 Week 5 ratings updates, team by team, and see who's making moves and who's feeling the heat.
AFC East:
- Buffalo Bills: James Cook (92 OVR, -1), Christian Benford (83 OVR, -1), Terrel Bernard (83 OVR, +3), and more.
- New York Jets: Garrett Wilson (87 OVR, +1), John Simpson (81 OVR, -1), Joe Tippmann (78 OVR, -1), and others.
- New England Patriots: Stefon Diggs (88 OVR, +1), Mike Onwenu (83 OVR, +1), Drake Maye (82 OVR, +1), and so on.
- Miami Dolphins: Jaylen Waddle (85 OVR, +1), Darren Waller (83 OVR, +1), Jordyn Brooks (79 OVR, -1), and additional players.
AFC North:
- Cincinnati Bengals: Orlando Brown Jr. (77 OVR, -2), Dylan Fairchild (71 OVR, -1), Joe Flacco (71 OVR, -1), and others.
- Cleveland Browns: Corey Bojorquez (80 OVR, -1), Carson Schwesinger (79 OVR, +1), Tyson Campbell (78 OVR, -1), and more.
- Baltimore Ravens: Daniel Faalele (74 OVR, -1), Joseph Noteboom (69 OVR, -1), and additional players.
- Pittsburgh Steelers: Alex Highsmith (87 OVR, -1), Pat Freiermuth (82 OVR, -1), Aaron Rodgers (78 OVR, +1), and so on.
AFC South:
- Jacksonville Jaguars: Josh Hines-Allen (89 OVR, -1), Devin Lloyd (87 OVR, +1), Travis Hunter (82 OVR, +1), and others.
- Tennessee Titans: Jeffery Simmons (94 OVR, +1), Calvin Ridley (79 OVR, +1), Quandre Diggs (79 OVR, -1), and more.
- Indianapolis Colts: Jonathan Taylor (93 OVR, +2), Charvarius Ward (89 OVR, +1), Tyler Warren (82 OVR, +2), and additional players.
- Houston Texans: Derek Stingley Jr. (91 OVR, -1), Will Anderson Jr. (90 OVR, +1), Jalen Pitre (83 OVR, +1), and so on.
AFC West:
- Los Angeles Chargers: Derwin James Jr. (93 OVR, -1), Justin Herbert (89 OVR, -1), Daiyan Henley (84 OVR, -1), and others.
- Las Vegas Raiders: Jackson Powers-Johnson (79 OVR, +1), Geno Smith (75 OVR, -3), Jordan Meredith (74 OVR, -1), and more.
- Denver Broncos: Courtland Sutton (86 OVR, +1), Nik Bonito (86 OVR, +1), Evan Engram (80 OVR, -1), and additional players.
- Kansas City Chiefs: Patrick Mahomes (96 OVR, +1), Drue Tranquill (85 OVR, +1), Josh Simmons (79 OVR, +2), and so on.
NFC East:
- Philadelphia Eagles: DeVonta Smith (90 OVR, +1), A.J. Brown (89 OVR, -1), Jalen Hurts (86 OVR, -1), and others.
- Dallas Cowboys: Dak Prescott (90 OVR, +1), Trevon Diggs (84 OVR, +1), Ryan Flournoy (72 OVR, +3), and more.
- Washington Commanders: Deebo Samuel (84 OVR, +1), Dorance Armstrong (79 OVR, +1), Jacory Croskey-Merritt (75 OVR, +2), and additional players.
- New York Giants: Andrew Thomas (89 OVR, +1), Paulson Adebo (81 OVR, -1), Jermaine Eluemunor (76 OVR, -1), and so on.
NFC North:
- Detroit Lions: Kerby Joseph (91 OVR, +1), Sam LaPorta (87 OVR, +1), Jack Campbell (86 OVR, +1), and others.
- Minnesota Vikings: T.J. Hockenson (86 OVR, -1), Adam Thielen (78 OVR, -1), Carson Wentz (66 OVR, +1), and more.
- Green Bay Packers: Rasheed Walker (79 OVR, -1), MarShawn Lloyd (72 OVR, -1), and additional players.
- Chicago Bears: DJ Moore (85 OVR, -1), Cole Kmet (79 OVR, -1), Roschon Johnson (71 OVR, -1), and so on.
NFC South:
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers: Antoine Winfield Jr. (92 OVR, +1), Baker Mayfield (87 OVR, +1), Chris Godwin Jr. (84 OVR, -1), and others.
- New Orleans Saints: Rashid Shaheed (80 OVR, +1), Kendre Miller (76 OVR, +1), Kool-Aid McKinstry (75 OVR, +1), and additional players.
- Carolina Panthers: Derrick Brown (95 OVR, +1), Rico Dowdle (81 OVR, +2), Mike Jackson (75 OVR, -1), and so on.
NFC West:
- Los Angeles Rams: Jared Verse (88 OVR, +1), Poona Ford (81 OVR, +1), Quentin Lake (79 OVR, -1), and more.
- Seattle Seahawks: Riq Woolen (82 OVR, -1), Sam Darnold (81 OVR, +2), Ernest Jones IV (80 OVR, -1), and others.
- Arizona Cardinals: Budda Baker (90 OVR, -2), Garrett Williams (79 OVR, -1), Will Johnson (78 OVR, +1), and additional players.
- San Francisco 49ers: Christian McCaffrey (91 OVR, -1), Dominick Puni (82 OVR, -1), Kendrick Bourne (77 OVR, +1), and so on.
So, what do you think? Are these ratings spot-on, or do you have your own opinions? Feel free to share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below! The Madden NFL world is always buzzing with debate, and we want to hear your take on these exciting updates.
