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.Ā

- 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:Ā Young run-stuffer looking to develop in his third year.

- David Andrews, C
Madden Rating: 78
Overview:Ā Solid, steady presence in the middle of the offensive line.

- Danny Amendola, WR
Madden Rating: 78
Overview:Ā Clutch play-maker always delivers when needed.

- Dwayne Allen, TE
Madden Rating: 80
Overview:Ā 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:Ā 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.Ā

- Trey Flowers, DEĀ
Madden Rating: 82
Overview:Young pass rusher looking to build on great second half of 2016.Ā

- Chris Hogan, WR
Madden Rating: 83
Overview:Big-play receiver fit in perfectly in his first season with the Patriots in 2016.

- Stephon Gilmore, CBĀ
Madden Rating: 83
Overview:Big-money corner will see plenty of No. 1 receivers as the Patriots top cover man.Ā

- Alan Branch, DT
Madden Rating: 83
Overview:Ā Veteran was a force at times in the middle of the front despite dealing with injuries.Ā

- James Develin, FB
Madden Rating: 84
Overview:Hard-working, no-frills fullback gets the job done.*Ā *

- Shaq Mason, G
Madden Rating: 85
Overview:Athletic young guard is improving with each season.

- Brandin Cooks, WR
Madden Rating: 86
Overview:Ā A true home run hitter with the ability to lift the offense.Ā

- Nate Solder, LT
Madden Rating: 87
Overview:Classy veteran tackle protects Brady well.

- Marcus Cannon, RTĀ
Madden Rating: 88
Overview:Ā The Patriots best offensive lineman a year ago looks for a repeat performance.

- Dont'a Hightower, LBĀ
Madden Rating: 89
Overview:Look for Hightower to rush the passer more often in 2017.

- Julian Edelman, WRĀ
Madden Rating: 89
Overview:Ā Brady's favorite target keeps getting better.

- Devin McCourty, FSĀ
Madden Rating: 92
Overview:Ā Steady free safety keeps the secondary together.Ā

- Malcolm Butler, CB
Madden Rating: 92
Overview:Ā Corner will be motivated for a huge season heading into free agency.

- Rob Gronkowski, TEĀ
Madden Rating: 98
Overview:Ā Healthy and ready to dominate once again.

- Tom Brady, QBĀ
Madden Rating: 99
Overview:Ā The 40-year-old continues to defy logic with his legendary performances.