Madden NFL 26 Week 6 Roster Update: Biggest Player Rating Changes Mahomes climbs higher, McCaffrey dips — here’s every major Madden 26 player rating adjustment for Week 6

Just ahead of Thursday Night Football’s clash between the Philadelphia Eagles and New York Giants, EA Sports has rolled out the official Week 6 roster update for Madden NFL 26.

Each weekly update fine-tunes player ratings based on real-world performances, reflecting who’s trending up — and who’s cooling off — in the NFL.

Let’s break down the biggest risers and fallers from this week’s update.

📈 Players on the Rise

Some of the league’s top talents saw well-earned boosts this week thanks to standout performances on the field.

Patrick Mahomes — +1 (Overall 96) The Chiefs’ QB continues to dominate, inching even closer to perfection.
Derrick Brown — +1 (Overall 95) A force on the defensive front, Brown’s consistency earns another boost.
Jeffery Simmons — +1 (Overall 94) Another strong outing solidifies his place among the league’s elite defenders.
Jonathan Taylor — +2 (Overall 93) After a breakout game, Taylor rockets up two points and reclaims star form.
Antoine Winfield Jr. — +1 (Overall 92) The Buccaneers’ defensive leader keeps climbing the ranks.
Kerby Joseph — +1 (Overall 91) The Lions’ safety continues his rise with steady playmaking.
Dak Prescott — +1 (Overall 90) Dallas’ leader sees his rating rebound after a strong Week 5 showing.
DeVonta Smith — +1 (Overall 90) Smith’s crisp route running and key catches boost his overall once again.
Will Anderson Jr. — +1 (Overall 90) Houston’s young edge rusher continues to impress.
Andrew Thomas — +1 (Overall 89) Quietly one of the best tackles in football, Thomas earns his due.
Charvarius Ward — +1 (Overall 89) Consistent coverage earns Ward another jump.
Jared Verse — +1 (Overall 88) The rookie’s explosive play gets noticed by EA’s ratings team.
Stefon Diggs — +1 (Overall 88) Back in rhythm — and back in the 80s with another strong week.
Baker Mayfield — +1 (Overall 87) Mayfield’s solid performance earns him another point in the latest update.
Garrett Wilson — +1 (Overall 87) Continues to prove he’s one of the most dynamic young WRs in the league.
Sam LaPorta — +1 (Overall 87) The Lions’ breakout tight end continues to climb.
Courtland Sutton — +1 (Overall 86) Reliable and efficient, Sutton gets a modest but deserved boost.
Jack Campbell — +1 (Overall 86) The rookie linebacker continues to develop quickly.
Nick Bonitto — +1 (Overall 86) Denver’s defense may be struggling, but Bonitto stands out as a bright spot.

📉 Players Trending Down

Not every star had a stellar week — several top players saw slight dips after quiet or inconsistent performances.

Derwin James Jr. — -1 (Overall 93)
James Cook III — -1 (Overall 92)
Christian McCaffrey — -1 (Overall 91)
Derek Stingley Jr. — -2 (Overall 91)
Budda Baker — -2 (Overall 90)
A.J. Brown — -1 (Overall 89)
Josh Hines-Allen — -1 (Overall 89)
Justin Herbert — -1 (Overall 89)
Alex Highsmith — -1 (Overall 87)
Jalen Hurts — -1 (Overall 86)
T.J. Hockenson — -1 (Overall 86)

While these decreases are relatively minor, they highlight the competitive balance of this season — where every performance matters.

⚙️ What to Expect Next

Madden NFL 26 roster updates continue weekly throughout the season, adjusting player ratings based on real-world performance, injuries, and consistency.

Expect another update following this weekend’s games as EA Sports fine-tunes player rankings to reflect the latest NFL action.