Welcome to the unveiling of one of the most loaded draft classes our Madden league has seen in years. Let’s dive into our Top 5 Projected Prospects, each primed to make waves both in-game and in future seasons.
1. Drew Allar – QB, Penn State
Drew Allar is a 6’5”, 235-lb quarterback with elite physical traits: big arm, strong frame, impressive pocket dimensions. His scouting report says he “could thrive in a vertical passing system that maximizes his arm talent while allowing him to create outside structure.”
Comparisons: He has been likened to a young Josh Allen coming out of Wyoming—raw physical tools, massive upside, though the finer points of the game still need polish.
Allar is one of those franchise signal-callers you don’t trade away. Expect big ceiling and—if you invest early—big payoff.
2. Jordyn Tyson – WR, Arizona State
Tyson exploded onto the scene with 75 catches, over 1,100 yards and 10 TDs in 2024, and carries a reputation as perhaps the best wideout in the 2026 class. He’s lauded for explosive movement, fluid route-running, and natural separation ability.
Comparisons: Think of him as a Calvin Johnson-type (in his physical dominance and play-making upside) albeit still refining his consistency and blocking strength.
He’s a stud WR1 in the making—if you build around him he can carry an offense. Might be the fastest riser this cycle.
3. Keldric Faulk – EDGE, Auburn
Faulk stands at 6’6”, ~285 lb, and plays with a disruptive edge-rusher skill-set that scouts are drooling over. He’s got length, power, and the ability to win in multiple alignments—even at a young age.
Comparisons: He draws comparisons to freakish pass-rush prospects of past years (e.g., Mykel Williams or Shemar Stewart) — rare size + athleticism mix.
He’s a no brainer defensive pick. Investing in Faulk gives you a stalwart edge rusher who can tilt games.
4. Mansoor Delane – CB, LSU
Delane is a 6’0”, 190-lb cornerback with a strong track-record: 146 career tackles, 22 passes defended, 6 interceptions over three seasons, and now at LSU demonstrating shutdown ability.
Comparisons: He projects as a top-tier scheme-versatile corner—think an evolving version of Marlon Humphrey or Tre’Davious White in terms of coverage savvy and physicality.
Elite corners are gold. Delane gives you a difference-maker opposite your offense’s top target.
5. Caleb Downs – Safety, Ohio State
Downs is a unique safety prospect: 6’0”, 205 lb, elite instincts, terrific in single-high coverages, violent downhill in run support, and already considered one of the best defensive players in college football.
Comparisons: Some analysts liken him to Eric Berry—a rare blend of coverage skills + big-play potential + tackling presence.
Downs is a cornerstone defender. He can roam, impact the game in multiple phases, and anchor your defense for years.
Final note: Even though the computer scouting models in our league currently have these guys ranked as above, it’s important to remember: Combine and Pro Day results will send players rocketing up or down boards. And just like past seasons, quarterbacks will inevitably get momentum pushes and end up being selected / acquired higher than originally projected. So keep tabs, stay flexible, and expect some shake-ups when the action really begins.
Let’s get ready for a wild draft class — and may your franchise land the guy who changes the game.
