Madden 21 is just around the corner.
We have an official release date, some developer insights on new additions to the franchise, and some ideas of how it will perform heading to PS5 and Xbox Series X.
Now the ratings for players are coming out, including the 99 Club!
Can't guard Mike
Michael Thomas is the surprise fifth member of the 99 Club.
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BEAST: Thomas' elite technique makes him a nightmare to stop
Four players were leaked, but EA stunned everyone with a fifth player.
Stephon Gilmore joins 99 Club
The Patriots cornerback is the fourth member of the 99 Club!
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GILMORE ISLAND: He's an elite cover corner
The winner of last season's Defensive Player of the Year, Gilmore is an elite coverage player that comes with 99 man coverage and 99 press!
Four in a row for Aaron Donald
The unstoppable Rams defensive end Aaron Donald is 99 OVR once again.
His place as the ultimate wrecking ball on defense was basically guaranteed after another remarkable season. Good luck getting him blocked.
Patrick Mahomes is 99 OVR
The first member of the 99 Club is confirmed!
Unsurprisingly, it's Patrick Mahomes.
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THE $500m MAN: Mahomes' new contract isn't the only eye-popping stat
The Madden 20 cover star and Super Bowl LIV MVP gets the maximum rating.
Christian McCaffrey joins 99 Club
The Carolina Panthers running back gets 99 OVR for Madden 21!
The do-it-all back gained the maximum rating toward the end of Madden 20, so it's not a surprise to see him start this year's game with the top rating.
Leaks
Mahomes is among four players leaked to be in the 99 Club over the weekend.
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LIKE NO OTHER: Aaron Donald has been a force of nature in the NFL
Reportedly joining him will be Aaron Donald, who was 99 OVR last year too, Christian McCaffrey, and Stephon Gilmore.
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In Madden 20, the following started the game in the club;
- De'Andre Hopkins, WR, Houston Texans
- Khalil Mack, LOLB, Chicago Bears
- Bobby Wagner, MLB, Seattle Seahawks
- Aaron Donald, RE, Los Angeles Rams
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