Kansas City Chiefs Rookie Madden 26 Ratings Revealed

The Kansas City Chiefs established themselves as a dynasty through effective drafting strategies. They still have several homegrown players who have become leaders in the franchise, including Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and Chris Jones.

This offseason was no exception, as CEO Clark Hunt informed reporters that Chiefs general manager Brett Veach and his staff believe they excelled in the 2025 NFL Draft. By drafting and signing seven players across seven rounds, the franchise is optimistic that they have added valuable pieces to its dynasty.

Madden 26 is right around the corner from being released to the public, and those who love to play the game as well as love the Chiefs will be able to play with the franchise's new draft class. As recently released, the Chiefs' 2025 NFL Draft class and select undrafted free agents have their ratings for the game.

First round pick, LT Josh Simmons: 75 overall

Ohio State Buckeyes offensive lineman Josh Simmons works out during the pro day for NFL scouts at the Woody Hayes Athletic Cente on March 26, 2025. | Adam Cairns/Columbus Dispatch / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

The Chiefs' first-round draft pick, Josh Simmons, is hopefully the cornerstone of this draft class. Needing to improve the offensive line, Simmons provides an immediate difference should he stay healthy and earn his role with the franchise for the remainder of training camp.

Stats: 71 Speed, 88 Strength, 69 Agility, 58 Change of Direction, 84 Injury, 78 Awareness

Second Round Pick, DT Omarr Norman-Lott: 71 Overall

Jul 22, 2025; St. Joseph, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Omarr Norman-Lott (55) walks down the hill to the practice fields during training camp at Missouri Western State University. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Omarr Norman-Lott was projected in the later rounds of the draft process, but the Chiefs see something in him that could help the defensive tackle room. Norman-Lott has the upside, but it just might take some extra work for him to thrive at the same level as a player like Josh Simmons.

Stats: 67 Speed, 85 Strength, 71 Agility, 61 Change of Direction, 83 Injury, 71 Awareness

Third Round Pick, DE Ashton Gillotte: 73 Overall

Jul 22, 2025; St. Joseph, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs defensive end Ashton Gillotte (97) walks down the hill to the practice fields during training camp at Missouri Western State University. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Ashton Gillotte has the potential to be a very successful defensive end for the Chiefs in the future. With George Karlaftis getting extended, the Chiefs have given Gillotte a veteran player with whom he already has an established relationship to help him grow into what the franchise hopes he can be.

Stats: 84 Speed, 78, Strength, 83 Agility, 72 Change of Direction, 90 Injury, 72 Awareness

Third Round Pick, Cornerback Nohl Williams: 73 Overall

Jul 22, 2025; St. Joseph, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Nohl Williams (20) and offensive tackle Wanya Morris (64) and safety Bryan Cook (6) walk down the hill to the practice fields during training camp at Missouri Western State University. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

Nohl Williams and Gillotte find themselves in the same boat in the ratings. Williams has a tough room to compete with but also a perfect room to learn from, and as he continues to grow, he could become a vital piece to the Chiefs' future.

Stats: 89 Speed, 63 Strength, 84 Agility, 83 Change of Direction, 92 Injury, 73 Awareness

Fourth Round Pick, Wide Receiver Jalen Royals: 71 Overall

Jul 22, 2025; St. Joseph, MO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receivers Mac Dalena (84) and Jalen Royals (11) walk down the hill to the practice fields during training camp at Missouri Western State University. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-Imagn Images | Denny Medley-Imagn Images

The sky is the limit for Jalen Royals as several of his teammates and coaches have been impressed with what he's shown thus far in training camp. If all goes well, he could be an important piece in the wide receiving room this season for Kansas City.

Stats: 92 Speed, 64 Strength, 85 Agility, 83 Change of Direction, 87 Injury, 73 Awareness

Fifth Round Pick, Linebacker Jeffrey Bassa: 67 Overall

Oregon inside linebacker Jeffrey Bassa catches a pass during the Oregon football’s Pro Day Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at the Moshofsky Center in Eugene, Ore. | Ben Lonergan/The Register-Guard / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Jeffrey Bassa has the skills to be useful on special teams for the Chiefs in his rookie season, but as it stands currently, he has a ton of growth to do as he is the lowest-ranked rookie draft pick for the franchise this draft class in terms of the video game.

Stats: 85 Speed, 69 Strength, 78 Agility, 75, Change of Direction, 88 Injury, 68 Awareness

Seventh Round Pick, Running Back Brashard Smith: 69 Overall

Mar 1, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; SMU running back Brashard Smith (RB29) during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Brashard Smith might be a long-term project for the Chiefs unless he blossoms quickly wherever the franchise decides to let him play. Speed is his asset, and it shows in his game rating.

Stats: 93 Speed, 64 Strength, 84 Agility, 85 Change of Direction, 87 Injury, 56 Awareness

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