The early Madden 27 rookie ratings are already giving Titans fans something to talk about, and the biggest surprise might be who sits at the top of Tennessee’s rookie class.
A reliable Madden leaks account on X posted the game’s top 100 rated rookies, and three Titans made the cut: Keldric Faulk, Carnell Tate and Anthony Hill Jr. Faulk came in highest among the group at 78 overall, while Tate was listed at 77 and Hill at 72.
That’s a little unexpected on both ends. The No. 4 pick in the draft checking in at just 77 stands out, but Faulk landing at 78 as a late first-round selection is the real eyebrow-raiser. The rating reflects how much Madden seems to like Faulk’s athleticism and long-term upside.
Hill’s number looks more in line with what you’d expect for a young linebacker who still has to prove himself. A 72 overall fits the profile of a third linebacker or an untested player, and it would not be a shock if he climbs quickly in the game if he ends up passing Cody Barton and taking over a starting role this season.
The same account also released the top 100 players in Madden 27, and Tennessee has just one name on that list: Jeffery Simmons. He checks in at 95 overall, which lines up with the idea that he was the best interior defensive lineman in the league in 2025.
For a franchise that’s used to seeing its players overlooked, Simmons getting that kind of recognition stands out. The next ratings to watch will be Cam Ward and Peter Skoronski. Skoronski is viewed as one of the league’s best interior offensive linemen, while Ward, a year removed from going No. 1 overall, is already considered one of the most promising passers in the league.
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