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Caleb Downs leads Madden NFL 27 rookie ratings; Mendoza ranks lower

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Last updated Jul 28, 2026

Caleb Downs leads Madden NFL 27 rookie ratings; Mendoza ranks lower
Summary

On July 28, 2026, Madden NFL 27 released its rookie ratings, highlighting Dallas Cowboys safety Caleb Downs at the top with an overall rating of 82. Downs, selected 11th overall in the draft, is tied with Arizona Cardinals running back Jeremiah Love. In contrast, Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Fernando Mendoza, the first overall pick, received a rating of 74, placing him 49th among rookies. This low rating continues a trend for top quarterbacks in the game, as last year's No. 1 pick also ranked poorly. Mendoza's performance in the upcoming season will determine if his rating improves.

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  • •Caleb Downs has the highest rookie rating at 82.
  • •Fernando Mendoza ranks 49th among rookies with a 74 rating.
  • •Mendoza's rating reflects challenges faced by rookie quarterbacks.
  • •Caleb Downs was drafted 11th overall by the Cowboys.
  • •The Madden ratings update based on player performance during the season.
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  • 5:33 PMYahoo Sports — Madden NFL 27 rookie ratings: Cowboys future star Caleb Downs leads the way, Fernando Mendoza lags behind
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