With Tom Brady set as the cover athlete for Madden 2018 we take a look at the top 25 Patriots according to the latest Madden overall (OVR) player ratings.
- Mike Gillislee, RB
Madden Rating:77
Overview: After leading the NFL with 5.7 yards per carry a year ago the former Bills backup should be fun to watch running with some new teammates in the Patriots high-powered passing attack.
- Kony Ealy, DE
Madden Rating: 77
Overview:Young pass rusher looking for consistency in first year with Patriots.
- Patrick Chung, S
Madden Rating: 77
Overview:Rugged safety spends most of his time in the box and matching up with tight ends.
- Malcom Brown, DT
Madden Rating: 78
Overview: Young run-stuffer looking to develop in his third year.
- David Andrews, C
Madden Rating: 78
Overview: Solid, steady presence in the middle of the offensive line.
- Danny Amendola, WR
Madden Rating: 78
Overview: Clutch play-maker always delivers when needed.
- Dwayne Allen, TE
Madden Rating: 80
Overview: Allen will fill the backup role behind Rob Gronkowski after coming in a trade from Indy.
- David Harris, LB
Madden Rating: 81
Overview:Consummate pro adds talent and depth at linebacker in the middle of the defense.
- James White, RB
Madden Rating: 81
Overview: Talented pass-catcher out to prove his Super Bowl was no fluke.
- Dion Lewis, RB
Madden Rating: 82
Overview:Versatile running back is healthy and ready to shine.
- Trey Flowers, DE
Madden Rating: 82
Overview:Young pass rusher looking to build on great second half of 2016.
- Chris Hogan, WR
Madden Rating: 83
Overview:Big-play receiver fit in perfectly in his first season with the Patriots in 2016.
- Stephon Gilmore, CB
Madden Rating: 83
Overview:Big-money corner will see plenty of No. 1 receivers as the Patriots top cover man.
- Alan Branch, DT
Madden Rating: 83
Overview: Veteran was a force at times in the middle of the front despite dealing with injuries.
- James Develin, FB
Madden Rating: 84
Overview:Hard-working, no-frills fullback gets the job done.* *
- Shaq Mason, G
Madden Rating: 85
Overview:Athletic young guard is improving with each season.
- Brandin Cooks, WR
Madden Rating: 86
Overview: A true home run hitter with the ability to lift the offense.
- Nate Solder, LT
Madden Rating: 87
Overview:Classy veteran tackle protects Brady well.
- Marcus Cannon, RT
Madden Rating: 88
Overview: The Patriots best offensive lineman a year ago looks for a repeat performance.
- Dont'a Hightower, LB
Madden Rating: 89
Overview:Look for Hightower to rush the passer more often in 2017.
- Julian Edelman, WR
Madden Rating: 89
Overview: Brady's favorite target keeps getting better.
- Devin McCourty, FS
Madden Rating: 92
Overview: Steady free safety keeps the secondary together.
- Malcolm Butler, CB
Madden Rating: 92
Overview: Corner will be motivated for a huge season heading into free agency.
- Rob Gronkowski, TE
Madden Rating: 98
Overview: Healthy and ready to dominate once again.
- Tom Brady, QB
Madden Rating: 99
Overview: The 40-year-old continues to defy logic with his legendary performances.
