The second major ratings update for Madden NFL 26 is live, and it’s already shaking up the league. Some players finally got rewarded for their performances, while others slid down the rankings in dramatic fashion. Whether you’re updating your Franchise rosters or searching for MUT steals, knowing these changes can give you an edge.

Let’s break down the biggest movers from Update 2.

🏆 The Winners

Bijan Robinson (RB, Falcons)

92 → 94 OVR
After being overlooked for Team of the Week, Robinson earned a two-point boost that places him firmly among the league’s elite backs. His surge also helped lift Atlanta’s team rating by +11.

Roquan Smith (LB, Ravens)

94 → 95 OVR
A modest bump, but a meaningful one. Smith now sits in the 95 OVR tier, officially cementing himself as one of Madden’s top defenders.

Robbie Ouzts (FB, Seahawks)

66 → 73 OVR
The week’s biggest surprise. Ouzts jumped seven full points, making him a serviceable option instead of roster filler. He may not change games, but he’s now worth considering in trades.

The 90+ OVR Club (New Members)

Several players joined Madden’s elite tier in this update:

• Brian Branch – Detroit Lions

  • Before: 89

  • Now: 90

• James Cook – Buffalo Bills

  • Before: 89

  • Now: 90

• Erik McCoy – New Orleans Saints

  • Before: 89

  • Now: 90

• Garett Bolles – Denver Broncos

  • Before: 89

  • Now: 91

Bolles stands out as the only one to jump two points, cementing his spot as one of the league’s best offensive tackles.

Teams Trending Up

Seattle Seahawks & Atlanta Falcons (+11 points each)
Seattle’s gains came from unexpected boosts to players like Robbie Ouzts and Josh Jobe, while Atlanta benefited from balanced growth across five different players. Both squads are now tougher to face in Franchise mode.

❌ The Losers

Washington Commanders (-12 Points)

The Commanders took the hardest hit in Update 2, with eight players dropping in ratings. The only bright spot was Trey Amos (+2), but overall the team’s fall mirrors concerns about its real-world struggles.

Falling Stars

A few familiar names lost ground this week:

• Christian McCaffrey – San Francisco 49ers

  • Before: 94

  • Now: 93

• Travis Kelce – Kansas City Chiefs

  • Before: 93

  • Now: 92

• Jalen Carter – Philadelphia Eagles

  • Before: 90

  • Now: 89

• Ronnie Stanley – Baltimore Ravens

  • Before: 90

  • Now: 89

Kelce’s dip is the biggest talking point, as off-field tensions have added pressure to his aging season. Both Carter and Stanley also drop out of the 90+ OVR club.

⚡ Final Takeaways

Update 2 brought plenty of movement across Madden NFL 26. Atlanta and Seattle came out as the big winners, while Washington suffered one of the steepest rating collapses in recent memory. With the season still young, these ratings shifts could easily change again — but for now, the Falcons and Seahawks look like must-watch teams in Franchise mode.

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