Best MUT Core Elite cards in Madden 24: Best QB, HB, WR and defensive players in Madden Ultimate Team
EAWith one week to go before the launch of Madden 24, EA Sports began to release the ratings for the top Core Elite cards in MUT. Here’s a breakdown of all the top cards at each position.
At the start of the Madden season, much of the Madden Ultimate Team (MUT) player base will make use of Core Elites, which are virtually the base player items in MUT.
The early game meta will be defined by the first promos and Core Elites. And, Core Elites can be used for other tasks in Madden, like for Sets or just be quick sold for in-game currency.
With Madden 24 on the horizon, EA Sports has begun to release player ratings for the best Core Elites. Here’s a look at the Core Elite we know of thus far.
Best MUT Core Elite quarterbacks in Madden 24
We’ll start with the highest-rated Core Elite quarterbacks in Madden 24:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Patrick Mahomes | Chiefs | QB | 86 |
2 | Josh Allen | Bills | QB | 86 |
3 | Joe Burrow | Bengals | QB | 85 |
4 | Lamar Jackson | Ravens | QB | 84 |
5 | Jalen Hurts | Eagles | QB | 84 |
6 | Justin Herbert | Chargers | QB | 84 |
7 | Aaron Rodgers | Jets | QB | 84 |
8 | Dak Prescott | Cowboys | QB | 83 |
9 | Tua Tagovailoa | Dolphins | QB | 83 |
10 | Trevor Lawrence | Jaguars | QB | 82 |
Reigning Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes grabbed the top spot among Core Elite QBs. Madden 24 cover star Josh Allen and Joe Burrow round out the top three.
Best MUT Core Elite halfbacks in Madden 24
Here’s the highest-rated Core Elite halfbacks:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Christian McCaffrey | 49ers | HB | 86 |
2 | Josh Jacobs | Raiders | HB | 86 |
3 | Nick Chubb | Browns | HB | 85 |
4 | Derrick Henry | Titans | HB | 85 |
5 | Austin Ekeler | Chargers | HB | 84 |
6 | Saquon Barkley | Giants | HB | 84 |
7 | Jonathan Taylor | Colts | HB | 84 |
8 | Alvin Kamara | Saints | HB | 83 |
9 | Tony Pollard | Cowboys | HB | 83 |
10 | Rhamondre Stevenson | Patriots | HB | 83 |
The top dog among running backs (halfbacks) is Christian McCaffrey, as his Core Elite will sport an 86 OVR in MUT.
Best MUT Core Elite wide receivers in Madden 24
Now, a look at the best Core Elite wide receivers:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Tyreek Hill | Dolphins | WR | 86 |
2 | Justin Jefferson | Vikings | WR | 86 |
3 | Stefon Diggs | Bills | WR | 85 |
4 | Davante Adams | Raiders | WR | 85 |
5 | Cooper Kupp | Rams | WR | 85 |
6 | A.J. Brown | Eagles | WR | 85 |
7 | Ja’Marr Chase | Bengals | WR | 85 |
8 | Garrett Wilson | Jets | WR | 85 |
9 | Amari Cooper | Browns | WR | 84 |
10 | Mike Evans | Buccaneers | WR | 84 |
Tyreek Hill is the top MUT Core Elite receiver, with Justin Jefferson right behind the Dolphins star. Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs rounds out the top three.
Best MUT Core Elite tight ends in Madden 24
These are the highest-rated Core Elite tight ends in Madden 24:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Travis Kelce | Chiefs | TE | 86 |
2 | George Kittle | 49ers | TE | 85 |
3 | Mark Andrews | Ravens | TE | 85 |
4 | Dallas Goedert | Eagles | TE | 84 |
5 | T.J. Hockenson | Vikings | TE | 84 |
6 | Darren Waller | Giants | TE | 83 |
7 | Kyle Pitts | Falcons | TE | 83 |
8 | David Njoku | Browns | TE | 82 |
9 | Mike Gesicki | Patriots | TE | 81 |
10 | Zach Ertz | Cardinals | TE | 80 |
Travis Kelce is the top target for Patrick Mahomes, and the top tight end among Core Elites in MUT 24. George Kittle and Mark Andrews round out the top three.
Best MUT Core Elite offensive linemen in Madden 24
Here’s a look at the best Core Elite offensive linemen in Madden 24:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Jason Kelce | Eagles | C | 86 |
2 | Creed Humphrey | Chiefs | C | 86 |
3 | Joel Bitonio | Browns | G | 86 |
4 | Trent Williams | 49ers | OT | 86 |
5 | Chris Lindstrom | Falcons | G | 86 |
6 | Lane Johnson | Eagles | OT | 86 |
7 | Ethan Pocic | Browns | C | 85 |
8 | Connor Williams | Dolphins | C | 85 |
9 | Joe Thuney | Chiefs | G | 85 |
10 | Andrew Thomas | Giants | OT | 85 |
A strong offensive line is key to having success on offense. The Eagles and Chiefs — the two teams that went to the Super Bowl this past February — each have two offensive linemen on this list. Centers Jason Kelce (Eagles) and Creed Humphrey (Chiefs) are the top two offensive linemen, while Browns guard Joel Bitonio rounds out the top three.
Trent Williams (49ers) and Lane Johnson (Eagles) are the two best offensive tackles.
Best MUT Core Elite defensive linemen in Madden 24
Now, here’s a look at the best MUT Core Elite defensive linemen in Madden 24:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Chris Jones | Chiefs | DT | 86 |
2 | Dexter Lawrence | Giants | DT | 86 |
3 | Javon Hargrave | Eagles | DT | 85 |
4 | Quinnen Williams | Jets | DT | 85 |
5 | Jonathan Allen | Bengals | DT | 84 |
6 | Fletcher Cox | Eagles | DT | 83 |
7 | DeForest Buckner | Colts | DT | 83 |
8 | D.J. Reader | Bengals | DT | 83 |
9 | Arik Armstead | 49ers | DT | 82 |
10 | Michael Pierce | Ravens | DT | 82 |
The top-rated defensive lineman in MUT is Chris Jones of the Kansas City Chiefs. Breakout star Dexter Lawrence is the second-best defensive tackle in MUT, and Javon Hargrave of the Eagles rounds out the top three.
Best MUT Core Elite defensive ends in Madden 24
These are the highest-rated Core Elite defensive ends in Madden 24:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Aaron Donald | Rams | RE | 86 |
2 | Myles Garrett | Browns | RE | 86 |
3 | Nick Bosa | 49ers | RE | 86 |
4 | Micah Parsons | Cowboys | RE | 86 |
5 | DeMarcus Lawrence | Cowboys | RE | 85 |
6 | Montez Sweat | Commanders | RE | 85 |
7 | Christian Wilkins | Dolphins | RE | 85 |
8 | Brian Burns | Panthers | LE | 84 |
9 | Cameron Heyward | Steelers | RE | 84 |
10 | Von Miller | Bills | RE | 84 |
Rams star and 99 Club member Aaron Donald is the top defensive end Core Elite in MUT 24. Myles Garrett and Nick Bosa round out the top three.
Best MUT Core Elite inside linebackers in Madden 24
Now, here’s a look at the best Core Elite inside linebackers in Madden 24:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Fred Warner | 49ers | MLB | 86 |
2 | Lavonte David | Buccaneers | MLB | 85 |
3 | Demario Davis | Saints | MLB | 85 |
4 | Bobby Wagner | Seahawks | MLB | 84 |
5 | Roquan Smith | Ravens | MLB | 84 |
6 | Azeez Al-Shaair | Titans | MLB | 84 |
7 | Tremaine Edwards | Bears | MLB | 83 |
8 | Foyesade Oluokun | Jaguars | MLB | 83 |
9 | Patrick Queen | Ravens | MLB | 83 |
10 | Nick Bolton | Chiefs | MLB | 83 |
49ers standout Fred Warner is the highest-rated inside linebacker on this list. Lavonte David and Demario Davis, meanwhile, each come in at 85 OVR.
Best MUT Core Elite outside linebackers in Madden 24
Let’s move on to the best Core Elite outside linebackers:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | T.J. Watt | Steelers | LOLB | 86 |
2 | Haason Reddick | Eagles | LOLB | 86 |
3 | Maxx Crosby | Raiders | LOLB | 86 |
4 | Khalil Mack | Chargers | ROLB | 86 |
5 | Joey Bosa | Chargers | LOLB | 85 |
6 | Matt Milano | Bills | ROLB | 85 |
7 | Danielle Hunter | Vikings | LOLB | 84 |
8 | Za’Darius Smith | Browns | ROLB | 84 |
9 | Rashan Gary | Packers | LOLB | 82 |
10 | Dre Greenlaw | 49ers | ROLB | 82 |
Steelers star T.J. Watt is the highest-rated among outside linebackers. Haason Reddick, Maxx Crosby, and Chargers linebackers Joey Bosa and Khalil Mack are among other notable names in the top ten.
Best MUT Core Elite cornerbacks in Madden 24
Here’s a look at the best Core Elite cornerbacks:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Jalen Ramsey | Dolphins | CB | 86 |
2 | Darius Slay Jr. | Eagles | CB | 85 |
3 | Marlon Humphrey | Ravens | CB | 85 |
4 | Jaire Alexander | Packers | CB | 85 |
5 | Tariq Woolen | Seahawks | CB | 85 |
6 | Sauce Gardner | Jets | CB | 85 |
7 | Stephon Gilmore | Cowboys | CB | 84 |
8 | Trevon Diggs | Cowboys | CB | 84 |
9 | Patrick Surtain II | Broncos | CB | 84 |
10 | Tre’Davious White | Bills | CB | 83 |
Jalen Ramsey of the Miami Dolphins is the top-rated Core Elite cornerback in Madden 24. Darius Slay Jr., Marlon Humphrey, and youngsters Tariq Woolen and Sauce Gardner are among notable names that are also in the top ten.
Best MUT Core Elite free safeties in Madden 24
Let’s take a look at the best Core Elite free safeties:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Minkah Fitzpatrick | Steelers | FS | 86 |
2 | Justin Simmons | Broncos | FS | 85 |
3 | Tyrann Mathieu | Saints | FS | 84 |
4 | Kevin Byard | Titans | FS | 84 |
5 | Quandre Diggs | Seahawks | FS | 83 |
6 | Micah Hyde | Bills | FS | 83 |
7 | Jessie Bates III | Falcons | FS | 83 |
8 | Marcus Williams | Ravens | FS | 82 |
9 | Antoine Winfield Jr. | Buccaneers | FS | 82 |
10 | Jimmie Ward | Texans | FS | 82 |
Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick is the top-rated free safety in MUT. Justin Simmons and Tyrann Mathieu round out the top three.
Best MUT Core Elite strong safeties in Madden 24
Now, for the highest-rated strong safety Core Elites in Madden 24:
Rank | Name | Team | Position | Overall Rating |
1 | Derwin James Jr. | Chargers | SS | 85 |
2 | C.J. Gardner-Johnson | Lions | SS | 85 |
3 | Kyle Dugger | Patriots | SS | 85 |
4 | Harrison Smith | Vikings | SS | 84 |
5 | Jordan Poyer | Bills | SS | 84 |
6 | Budda Baker | Cardinals | SS | 84 |
7 | Kyle Hamilton | Ravens | SS | 84 |
8 | Jamal Adams | Seahawks | SS | 83 |
9 | Adrian Phillips | Patriots | SS | 82 |
10 | Talanoa Hufanga | 49ers | SS | 82 |
Derwin James Jr. of the Chargers is the highest-rated safety, but at 85 OVR, he tied with C.J. Gardner-Johnson and Kyle Dugger for the best overall among Core Elite strong safeties.
These ratings were announced as part of EA Sports’ MUT rating week. During the week of August 7, EA Sports revealed the top 10 MUT Core Elites in Madden 24 for each of the following positions:
- Offensive Linemen
- Defensive Linemen
- Defensive Ends
- Halfbacks
- Inside Linebackers
- Tight Ends
- Strong Safeties
- Free Safeties
- Wide Receivers
- Cornerbacks
- Outside Linebackers
- Quarterbacks
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