Colts and Seahawks Dominate Madden NFL 26 Week 7 Ratings Update

The Indianapolis Colts made a huge statement in Week 7 with a 38–24 victory over the Los Angeles Chargers, solidifying their position as frontrunners in the AFC South.

That performance carried over to Madden NFL 26, as the Colts received a massive ten-point team rating boost — without any player downgrades.

Among the biggest winners were: - Jonathan Taylor – 94 OVR (+1)
- Quenton Nelson – 94 OVR (+1)
- DeForest Buckner – 91 OVR (+2)
- Johnathan Edwards – 67 OVR (+3)

Taylor and Nelson’s latest increases bring them within one point of their all-time highs in Madden, while Buckner officially joins the prestigious 90s Club for the first time this season. Rookie standout Johnathan Edwards also continued his surprising rise with a three-point gain.

🦅 Seahawks Take the Top Spot in Week 7 Ratings

While the Colts made waves, it was the Seattle Seahawks who topped the overall leaderboard this week, earning a collective twelve-point team boost in Madden NFL 26.

Key contributors included: - Jaxon Smith-Njigba – crosses into the 90s (+2)
- Ty Okada – +4 this week, bringing total season gains to +6

Smith-Njigba’s consistent play has pushed him firmly into elite receiver territory, while Okada’s steady climb showcases his growing influence on the defensive side of the ball.

📈 Madden NFL 26 Week 7 Ratings Summary

AFC South – Indianapolis Colts - Jonathan Taylor: 94 OVR (+1)
- Quenton Nelson: 94 OVR (+1)
- DeForest Buckner: 91 OVR (+2)
- Johnathan Edwards: 67 OVR (+3)

NFC West – Seattle Seahawks - Jaxon Smith-Njigba: 90+ OVR (+2)
- Ty Okada: +6 total gains this season (+4 this week)

🧠 What These Ratings Reflect

These boosts mirror each team’s momentum in real life, rewarding consistency and breakout performances alike. The Colts continue to build on a dominant run behind their star veterans, while the Seahawks’ mix of youth and explosive talent has them climbing fast in both the NFL standings and Madden ratings.

As Week 8 approaches, all eyes will be on whether these squads can maintain their momentum — or if another team will rise to take their place at the top of the Madden leaderboard.

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