As we inch closer to the release of Madden 24, EA has released the top ten edge rushers of the game. In it, we have some familiar faces and new entries into the top ten. Check out our last Madden ratings reveal
Top Edge Rushers of Madden 24
1. Nick Bosa- San Francisco 49ers- 98 OVR
Starting our list is one-half of the Bosa Brothers. Nick is coming off of a scintillating 2022 season. He won AP Defensive Player of the Year and made an all-pro team. Bosa racked up a league-leading 18.5 sacks for 138 yards.
2. Myles Garret- Cleveland Browns- 98 OVR
Myles Garrett is coming off a career-best season. The Texas A&M standout racked up career highs in Sacks (16), pass deflections (4), and tackles (37). Garrett’s efforts were recognized as he made his fourth all-pro team
3. Micah Parsons- Dallas Cowboys- 97 OVR
The first of our new entries is the Dallas Cowboys’ young gun, Micah Parsons. A sophomore slump seems non-existent for the new era of NFL talent. After setting a franchise record in rookie sacks, Parsons bested himself with 13.5 sacks in the 2022-2023 season. Parsons made his second all-pro team and pro-bowl and has emerged as one of the premier edge rushers in the NFL.
4. TJ Watt- Pittsburgh Steelers- 94 OVR
TJ Watt missed a portion of the season with a torn pec. However, don’t let his absence fool you; he is still one of the best edge rushers in the game. Despite the rocky start, Watt finished the season with 39 tackles, two interceptions, one forced fumble, and a career-low 5.5 sacks in 10 games played. He made his fifth pro bowl in the 2022 season.
5. Von Miller- Buffalo Bills- 94 OVR
The two-time Superbowl champion had a strong start in his first season with the Buffalo Bills before tearing his ACL in December. Despite injuries and age, Miller is still a force to be reckoned with. He will go down as a Hall of Famer.
6. Maxx Crosby- Las Vegas Raiders- 94 OVR
Max Crosby is a bright spot in the odd spot that the Raiders are in. Crosby had his career-best season in 2022. He racked up 58 tackles along with 12.5 sacks. Crosby is a two-time pro bowler well on his way to becoming an edge-rushing mainstay.
7. Joey Bosa- Los Angeles Chargers- 91 OVR
The older of the Bosa brothers is still an elite edge rusher. Bosa had a pedestrian 2022 season after battling injuries. The four-time pro-bowler is looking to make a big impact for the Chargers in this upcoming season.
8. Demarcus Lawrence- Dallas Cowboy- 90 OVR
Demarcus Lawrence was all over the field during the 2022 season. The eight-year vet racked up a career-high in tackles while being the vet leader on the highly touted Cowboys’ defense. His strong play during the season garnered Lawrence his third pro bowl selection.
9. Hasson Reddick- Philadelphia Eagles- 90 OVR
Hasson Reddick was a pivotal reason for the success of the Philadelphia Eagles. Reddick. Reddick had a career year in sacks. Despite a limited showing in the Superbowl game against the Chiefs, Reddick has proven himself to be reliable.
10. Matthew Judon- New England Patriots- 89 OVR
Matthew Judon had a career year in almost every category for 2022. He racked up 15.5 sacks, two forced fumbles with one fumble recovery, and three pass deflections. Judon is the little engine for the Patriots.
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