With each big run, you see their silhouettes whizzing by. In an instant, they flash through the crowd with unstoppable pace, their power and speed tearing through the defense's defense. They are the primary implementers and practitioners of a team's ground offense—the running backs.

Speed isn't the only requirement for a running back, but it's the most fundamental. The faster the running back, the more yards they can rush. If you want to focus on the ground offense, the running back is the core of your play. So if you're looking to use Madden 26 coins to acquire a fast running back, what are your options?

No.10 Isiah Pacheco 83 OVR

• Speed: 93
• Acceleration: 95
• Strength: 80
• Agility: 86
• Awareness: 83
• Jumping: 84
• Injury: 88
• Stamina: 91
• Toughness: 89

Isiah Pacheco is a promising running back prospect. He proved his ability in 2024, but a leg injury cut short his career. He has since returned from injury and remains fearless on the field, engaging in physical contact without fear.

No.9 Breece Hall 84 OVR

• Speed: 93
• Acceleration: 92
• Strength: 76
• Agility: 90
• Awareness: 81
• Jumping: 92
• Injury: 89
• Stamina: 90
• Toughness: 90

New York Jets' Breece Hall is embroiled in trade rumors. He didn't perform well in 2024, and the Jets plan to focus on developing second-year running back Braelon Allen.

No.8 Derrick Henry 98 OVR

• Speed: 93
• Acceleration: 87
• Strength: 87
• Agility: 83
• Awareness: 97
• Jumping: 88
• Injury: 96
• Stamina: 92
• Toughness: 97

Derrick Henry is a typical power running back. While his speed isn't particularly high compared to other running backs, he has a strong ability to break tackles. Because of his strong frame, he can even gain two yards after being tackled. Power-oriented running backs are typically suited to short-yardage offenses, using powerful rushing formations to gain yards. Agility-oriented running backs, on the other hand, excel at using their speed and ability to evade tackles and gain yards.

No.7 Velus Jones Jr. 69 OVR

• Speed: 94
• Acceleration: 95
• Strength: 64
• Agility: 80
• Awareness: 67
• Jumping: 81
• Injury: 92
• Stamina: 79
• Toughness: 82

Velus Jones Jr. is considered tall for a running back, but his 5'10" frame doesn't give him a strength advantage, and instead makes him more vulnerable to being tackled by other players. Velus Jones Jr. is only just passable as a running back. If your team needs a speedy but less important running back, you might consider him, allowing you to use your MUT 26 coins on developing other key players.

No.6 Kenneth Walker III 88 OVR

• Speed: 94
• Acceleration: 94
• Strength: 81
• Agility: 92
• Awareness: 84
• Jumping: 83
• Injury: 84
• Stamina: 90
• Toughness: 92

Seattle Seahawks' Kenneth Walker suffered a recurrence of a foot injury during training camp and missed the preseason. In his absence, Seahawks rushed for 268 yards against Chiefs in the preseason, with rookie running back Damien Martinez and others handling the pressure.

Kenneth Walker III is still working through his rehab and has occasionally shown flashes of his explosiveness and impressive speed. Coach Mike Macdonald didn't give up on him despite Kenneth Walker III's absence, retaining him as the starting running back.

No.5 Keaton Mitchell 74 OVR

• Speed: 94
• Acceleration: 95
• Strength: 60
• Agility: 82
• Awareness: 71
• Jumping: 90
• Injury: 85
• Stamina: 86
• Toughness: 79

Keaton Mitchell rushed for 68 yards and a touchdown against Colts in the preseason opener, earning him player of the year honors. However, he subsequently suffered a hamstring injury and missed the following game. Coach John Harbaugh stated that he could be back as early as this week and at the latest for the opener, emphasizing that the injury is not serious.

No.4 Saquon Barkley 99 OVR

• Speed: 95
• Acceleration: 94
• Strength: 81
• Agility: 95
• Awareness: 9
• Jumping: 96
• Injury: 91
• Stamina: 94
• Toughness: 90

Saquon Barkley led Eagles to a Super Bowl victory in the 2024 season with a dominant 2,005 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns, earning him Offensive Player of the Year and a First-Team All-Pro selection.

Saquon Barkley's "reverse hurdle" to avoid the pocket in Week 9 against the Jaguars was featured on the game's cover and became one of the most iconic moments of the season. He's undoubtedly one of the fastest and strongest running backs in the game, and acquiring him will require a considerable amount of NFL 26 coins.

No.3 Jahmyr Gibbs 95 OVR

• Speed: 95
• Acceleration: 94
• Strength: 72
• Agility: 93
• Awareness: 89
• Jumping: 81
• Injury: 90
• Stamina: 85
• Toughness: 84

Jahmyr Gibbs, standing at 175cm, is a classic speed-focused running back. In the 2024 season, he rushed for 1,412 yards (5.6 yards per carry), 16 rushing touchdowns, and caught 52 passes for 517 yards, becoming the core of Detroit Lions' offense and currently one of the top five running backs in NFL.

No.2 Bhayshul Tuten 75 OVR

• Speed: 95
• Acceleration: 96
• Strength: 75
• Agility: 90
• Awareness: 58
• Jumping: 94
• Injury: 88
• Stamina: 89
• Toughness: 87

Bhayshul Tuten was a fourth-round pick in 2025. In the preseason opener against Steelers, he rushed for 24 yards and a touchdown on six carries and caught two passes for 16 yards, showcasing his receiving ability. He also performed well in the recent game against Saints. The Jaguars are in desperate need of a running back to help them overcome last year's poor start, and Bhayshul Tuten may be their hope.

No.1 De'Von Achane 85 OVR

• Speed: 96
• Acceleration: 94
• Strength: 68
• Agility: 91
• Awareness: 78
• Jumping: 82
• Injury: 90
• Stamina: 84
• Toughness: 87

De'Von Achane is both a running back and an elite track and field athlete. His college personal bests were 10.14 in the 100 meters and 20.31 in the 200 meters, so it's no surprise that he boasts the fastest speed.

However, De'Von Achane suffered a lower extremity soft tissue injury during the preseason. Coach Mike McDaniel stated that he will be out for several days to several weeks, but is expected to return for the regular season opener in September.

The above are the top ten running backs in Madden 26. Whether you plan to execute ground tactics or use aerial passing tactics, an agile running back can always bring a sense of urgency to the opponent and even disrupt the opponent's defense, so I hope the above content can help you build your team.

With the global release of Madden NFL 26 approaching, a wave of new players will be joining the game to discover their favorite players.

As a classic sports video game, Madden NFL 26 offers more than just winning on the field, but another core element of its fun is collecting the best players with MUT 26 coins.

All players have been announced. If you're aiming to build an unbeatable team on the first release day, you'll need to know which players are the strongest. Below are the top ten players at each position.

Offensive Line Players

Offense is a bit more challenging than defense in Madden NFL 26, and offensive players are often the stars of the game. You can prioritize your Madden NFL 26 coins towards quarterbacks and wide receivers.

Top 10 Quarterbacks

1. Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills, 99 OVR
2. Lamar Jackson, Baltimore Ravens, 99 OVR
3. Joe Burrow, Cincinnati Bengals, 97 OVR
4. Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs, 95 OVR
5. Matthew Stafford, Los Angeles Rams, 88 OVR
6. Jared Goff, Detroit Lions, 87 OVR
7. Jalen Hurts, Philladelphia Eagles, 86 OVR
8. Justin Herbert, Los Angeles Chargers, 86 OVR
9. Baker Mayfield, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 86 OVR
10. Jayden Daniels, Washington Commanders, 85 OVR

Top 10 Running Backs

1. Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles, 99 OVR
2. Derrick Henry, Baltimore Ravens, 98 OVR
3. Jahmyr Gibbs, Destroit Lions, 95 OVR
4. Christian McCaffrey, San Fransico 49ers, 94 OVR
5. Bijan Robinson, Atlanta Falcons, 92 OVR
6. Joe Mixon, Houston Texans, 91 OVR
7. Josh Jacobs, Green Bay Packers, 90 OVR
8. James Cook, Buffalo Bills, 89 OVR
9. Jonathan Taylor, Detroit Lions, 88 OVR
10. Kenneth Walker, Seattle Seahawks, 88 OVR

Top 10 Wider Receivers

1. Ja'Marr Chase, Cincinnati Bengals, 99 OVR
2. Justin Jefferson, Minnesota Vikings, 99 OVR
3. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit Lions, 96 OVR
4. CeeDee Lamb, Dallas Cowboys, 95 OVR
5. Tyreek Hill, Miami Dolphins, 95 OVR
6. Terry McLaurin, Washington Commanders, 94 OVR
7. A.J. Brown, Philadelphia Eagles, 93 OVR
8. Mike Evans, Philadelphia Eagles, 93 OVR
9. Drake London, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 91 OVR
10. Davante Adams, Los Angeles Rams, 90 OVR

Top 10 Tight Ends

1. George Kittle, San Fransico 49ers, 98 OVR
2. Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs, 93 OVR
3. Trey McBride, Arizona Cardinals, 92 OVR
4. Mark Andrews, Baltimore Ravens, 91 OVR
5. Brock Bowers, Las Vegas Raiders, 90 OVR
6. David Njoku, Clevland Browns, 89 OVR
7. T.J. Hockenson, Minnesota Vikings, 88 OVR
8. Dallas Goedert, Philadelphia Eagles, 87 OVR
9. Sam LaPorta, Detroit Lions, 86 OVR
10. Evan Engram, Denver Broncos, 85 OVR

Defensive Line Players

The defense must adapt to the offense's actions, and every position plays a crucial role. If you're unsure where to start building your defense, consider investing in a cornerback with your NFL 26 coins. A cornerback who can effectively cover a wide receiver can negate many opposing plays.

Top 10 Cornerbacks

1. Patrick Surtain II, Denver Broncos, 97 OVR
2. Christian Gonzalez, New England Patriots, 95 OVR
3. Jalen Ramsey, Pittsburgh Steelers, 94 OVR
4. Sauce Gardner, New York Jets, 94 OVR
5. Trent McDuffie, Kansas City Chiefs, 94 OVR
6. Derek Stingley Jr., Houston Texans, 93 OVR
7. Marlon Humphrey, Baltimore Ravens, 92 OVR
8. Jaire Alexander, Baltimore Ravnes, 91 OVR
9. Denzel Ward, Clevland Browns, 90 OVR
10. Jaylon Johnson, Chicago Bears, 89 OVR

Top 10 Safties

1. Jessie Bates III, FS, Atlanta Falcons, 95 OVR
2. Derwin James Jr., SS, Los Angeles Chargers, 93 OVR
3. Xavier McKinney, SS, Green Bay Packers, 93 OVR
4. Budda Baker, SS, Arizona Cardinals, 92 OVR
5. Minkah Fitzpatrick, FS, Miami Dolphins, 92 OVR
6. Antoine Winfield Jr., FS, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 91 OVR
7. Kerby Joseph, FS, Detroit Lions, 90 OVR
8. Kyle Hamilton, SS, Baltimore Ravens, 90 OVR
9. Brian Branch, SS, Detroit Lions, 89 OVR
10. Harrison Smith, FS, Minnesota Vikings, 88 OVR

Top 10 Defensive Tackles

1. Chris Jones, Kansas City Chiefs, 97 OVR
2. Dexter Lawrence II, New York Giants, 97 OVR
3. Derrick Brown, Carolina Panthers, 95 OVR
4. Cameron Heyward, Pittsburgh Steelers, 94 OVR
5. Nnamdi Madubuike, Baltimore Ravens, 93 OVR
6. Vita Vea, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 93 OVR
7. Jeffery Simmons, Tennesse Titans, 92 OVR
8. Quinnen Williams, New York Jets, 91 OVR
9. Jalen Carter, Philadelphia Eagles, 90 OVR
10. DeForest Buckner, Indianapolis Colts, 88 OVR

Top 10 Edge Rushers

1. Myles Garrett, RE, Cleveland Browns, 99 OVR
2. Micah Parsons, LE, Dallas Cowboys, 98 OVR
3. Maxx Crosby, LE, Las Vegas Raiders, 96 OVR
4. T.J. Watt, LE, Pittsburgh Steelers, 96 OVR
5. U. Nick Bosa, LE, San Fransico 49ers, 95 OVR
6. Aidan Hutchinson, LE, Detroit Lions, 93 OVR
7. Trey Hendrickson, RE, Cincinnati Bengals, 92 OVR
8. Danielle Hunter, RE, Houston Texans, 91 OVR
9. Josh Hines-Allen, RE, Jacksonville Jaguars, 90 OVR
10. Will Anderson Jr., LE, Houston Texans, 89 OVR

Top 10 Linebackers

1. Fred Warner, MLB, San Francisco 49ers, 97 OVR
2. Roquan Smith, MLB, Baltimore Ravens, 94 OVR
3. Bobby Wagner, MLB, Washington Commanders, 91 OVR
4. Demario Davis, MLB, New Orleans Saints, 90 OVR
5. Lavonte David, MLB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 88 OVR
6. 6, Zack Baun, ROLB, Philadelphia Eagles, 88 OVR
7. Foyesade Olukun, MLB, Jacksonville Jaguars, 87 OVR
8. Bobby Okereke, MLB, New York Giants, 86 OVR
9. Dre Greenlaw, MLB, Denver Broncos, 86 OVR
10. Devin Lloyd, ROLB, Jacksonville Jaguars, 85 OVR

Special Teams Players

Top 10 Placekickers

1. Brandon Aubrey, Dallas Cowboys, 87 OVR
2. Chris Boswell, Pittsburgh Steelers, 85 OVR
3. Harrison Butker, Kansas City Chiefs, 82 OVR
4. Ka'imi Fairbarin, Houston Texans, 80 OVR
5. Cameron Dicker, Los Angeles Chargers, 79 OVR
6. Chase McLaughlin, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, 79 OVR
7. Jason Myers, Seattle Seahawks, 79 OVR
8. Nick Folk, New York Jets, 79 OVR
9. Cairo Santos, Chicago Bears, 78 OVR
10. Daniel Carlson, Las Vegas Raiders, 78 OVR

Top 10 Punters

1. A.J. Cole, Las Vegas Raiders, 85 OVR
2. Logan Cooke, Jacksonville Jaguars, 83 OVR
3. Michael Dickson, Seattle Seahwaks, 83 OVR
4. Corey Bojorquez, Cleveland Browns, 82 OVR
5. Bradley Pinion, Atlanta Falcons, 81 OVR
6. Bryan Anger, Dallas Cowboys, 81 OVR
7. J.K. Scott, Los Angeles Chargers, 80 OVR
8. Bryce Baringer, New England Patriots, 79 OVR
9. Jack Fox, Detroit Lions, 79 OVR
10. Tommy Townsend, Houston Texans, 79 OVR

The above are the top ten players at each position in Madden NFL 26, along with their ratings. Given similar OVRs, the difference between players is actually quite small. You also need to tailor your plays to each player's archetype and determine which players are most effective for you. Otherwise, you're just wasting your Madden 26 coins.

Madden NFL 26 will launch its early access trial on August 11th, but many players reported encountering issues accessing the game. We hope this issue will be fully resolved by August 14th.

The ratings for each team in the early access trial have been released. Unlike College Football 26's 130-plus teams, Madden NFL 26 only features 32 teams, but these 32 teams represent professionalism, enhanced skill, and more intense competition.

So, which teams are the highest-rated this year? Which teams excel on offense or defense? Which teams are worth rebuilding with your Madden NFL 26 coins?

Top 10 Teams

1. Baltimore Ravens - 93 OVR

Although Ravens are a relatively new team compared to many of the more established franchises, their solid management style complements the city of Baltimore. Baltimore once boasted a glorious history, and its fan base skewed towards the blue-collar crowd, characterized by a relentless, unyielding spirit. If I could use a celebrity to describe this team and its fans, I'd say it's Denzel Washington. “Fall down seven times, get up eight times," “keep moving forward, keep learning, keep pushing forward, never stop"—these are the best descriptions of the team and its people.

2. Philadelphia Eagles - 91 OVR

The team boasts a rich history, with numerous playoff appearances and their first Super Bowl title in 2018. Known for their stout defense and dynamic offense, Eagles are incredibly popular among Philadelphia fans and a vital part of the city's culture.

Philadelphia Eagles achieved a heartwarming revenge against Kansas City Chiefs this year, with a decisive victory. Jalen Hurts, Eagles' hardest-working quarterback, provided a powerful foundation for the team's strategy.

3. Kansas City Chiefs - 90 OVR

Although Kansas City Chiefs have drawn a little criticism both on and off the field, their power is undeniable. Despite being defeated by Eagles and losing some of their top players, they still hold the third-place ranking.

4. Buffalo Bills - 89 OVR

Buffalo Bills narrowly lost to Kansas City Chiefs this year. They are a strong team on both offense and defense, but their core player, quarterback Josh Allen, seemed to struggle throughout the 2025 season.

5. Minnesota Vikings - 88 OVR

Ranking fifth overall is a challenge for Minnesota Vikings. Despite their strong 2024 season, they replaced their quarterback with rookie J.J. McCarthy. Consequently, their offense received a relatively low rating. Whether they can maintain this position remains to be seen.

6. Detroit Lions - 88 OVR

Despite their ups and downs, Detroit Lions have always been a highly competitive team, consistently meeting the expectations of their fans. Their offensive prowess is incredibly ferocious, which is one reason their players are often injured.

They lost some key players this year, which may have a negative impact on the team's strength. If you like this team, you can use Madden 26 coins to rebuild it or collect players from it.

7. Houston Texans - 87 OVR

Houston Texans are a relatively young team in National Football League (NFL), founded in 2002.

Despite their youth, they have already established themselves as a contender in NFL. They had a strong offseason. Despite the departure of left tackle Laremy Tunsil, they remain the favorites to win AFC South.

8. Denver Broncos - 87 OVR

Denver Broncos, founded in 1960, belong to AFC West division. They have a stellar record, winning back-to-back Super Bowl titles in 1997 and 1998 under the leadership of legendary quarterback Aldridge. Aldridge's status in football rivals that of basketball legend Michael Jordan, and he was named MVP of Super Bowl XXXIII.

But they are now clearly far from their peak. They are struggling to rebuild and have just made it back to the playoffs. You can take over this team and use MUT 26 coins to train the team, recruit players, and see how long it takes to get them back to the top.

9. Pittsburgh Steelers - 86 OVR

Steelers will have new offensive coach Arthur Smith (formerly Atlanta Falcons' head coach) in charge of reshaping their offense for the 2024 season. They've signed several key players, and these changes may make Pittsburgh Steelers more competitive.

10. San Francisco 49ers - 86 OVR

San Francisco 49ers missed the playoffs in 2024 due to injuries to key players. Despite a poor season, NFL26 still ranked them 10th, clearly believing they can rebound this year.

11- 32 Teams

• Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 85 OVR
• Washington Commanders - 85 OVR
• Dallas Cowboys - 85 OVR
• Cincinnati Bengals - 85 OVR
• New England Patriots - 84 OVR
• Green Bay Packers - 84 OVR
• Los Angeles Chargers - 84 OVR
• Los Angeles Rams - 84 OVR
• Miami Dolphins - 83 OVR
• Atlanta Falcons - 82 OVR
• Las Vegas Raiders - 82 OVR
• Chicago Bears - 82 OVR
• Arizona Cardinals - 81 OVR
• Seattle Seahawks - 81 OVR
• Cleveland Browns - 81 OVR
• New York Giants - 80 OVR
• New York Jets - 80 OVR
• Carolina Panthers - 79 OVR
• Jacksonville Jaguars - 79 OVR
• New Orleans Saints - 79 OVR
• Indianapolis Colts - 78 OVR
• Tennessee Titans - 77 OVR

Those are all the team ratings for Madden NFL 26. Which team are you rooting for? What's your team's overall rating? You can coach your favorite team in Madden 26 and lead it to the top of the rankings.