September 04, 2025
Eagles' Madden 26 Rating Exposes Major Flaw in Roster Heading Into 2025 Season Sydney Brown's low Madden rating sheds light on Philadelphia's safety weakness
The Philadelphia Eagles are widely regarded as one of the most complete teams in the NFL, with a roster packed with talent. From top-tier superstars to depth players, it’s hard to find a weakness on paper. However, a surprising Madden 26 rating is raising eyebrows and pointing to one area of concern: the safety position.
💥 Sydney Brown’s Madden Rating Shows a Vulnerability
While the Eagles have five players rated 90 overall or higher in Madden 26, their weakest starting player may be safety Sydney Brown, who comes in at a 73 overall. This marks a clear gap between him and the rest of the starting lineup, and it highlights a potential vulnerability for the team.
Brown, who enters the starting lineup following the departure of C.J. Gardner-Johnson to Houston, is arguably the biggest gamble for the Eagles heading into the 2025 season. Madden’s ratings paint a concerning picture, with 67 for zone coverage, 74 for man coverage, and a 64 for tackling. These numbers suggest that Brown lacks the overall skillset needed for a standout safety, relying mostly on athleticism.
📉 A Closer Look at Brown’s Track Record
While Brown has shown flashes of potential in his two interceptions, his overall performance has been inconsistent. Over 400 defensive snaps in his career, he’s been involved in several coverage breakdowns and has struggled with tackling, missing over 12% of his attempts in the last two seasons, according to PFF.
👀 The Eagles’ Secondary: A Major Concern?
With the Eagles’ high expectations for the 2025 season, the safety position could become a glaring weak spot. While rookie Andrew Mukuba, drafted in the second round, may provide hope, he too is dealing with an injury during the preseason. The Eagles are optimistic about Mukuba’s development, but it’s uncertain whether he or Brown will step up in the secondary.
Regardless, the Eagles will have to address their safety concerns if they hope to perform at the level expected from a team with Super Bowl aspirations.
🔥 The Bottom Line
Despite the Eagles’ stacked roster, Sydney Brown’s Madden 26 rating is a reminder that even the strongest teams have their vulnerabilities. Whether Brown or Mukuba takes the reins in 2025, Philadelphia’s secondary will need to improve to meet their high expectations.