Madden 25is here with plenty more gridiron action, featuring all the fastest NFL players. Fresh on the back of the hugely successfulCollege Football 25,Madden 25brings many changes from its predecessor. This includes many new options on the field of play and a new-look presentation and commentary team. However, one thing that remains is the importance of using the fastest players in the game.
Speed is critical in thereal-life NFL and inMadden 25, allowing you to burst away from defenses and into open fields to score touchdowns. Whether you are playing Franchise mode or Ultimate Team, you will want to know who the fastest players are and take advantage of them by recruiting them to your team, making an immediate difference on the field. While most commonly wide receivers, some wild cards from other positions are featured in the fastest 10 players inMadden 25.
When using any of the fastest players inMadden 25,you only need to hold R2 on PlayStation or RT on Xbox to sprint at full speed. The player’s pace is determined by their speed stat, with their initial burst based on the acceleration stat.
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10Rashid Shaheed: 96
Experienced Wide Receiver With Pace To Burn
In total, there are 11 players inMadden 25that have a stat of 96 speed, but the fastest of these also have high acceleration. This includes New Orleans Saints Wide Receiver, Rashid Shaheed. He backs up his 96 speed with 95 acceleration and 90 agility, making it very hard to stop once he has gotten a hold of the ball.
Alongside being a dangerous receiver,Shaheed is one of the best kick returners inMadden 25, making him a double threat if you sign him up for your team in Franchise mode.
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The first defensive player in the top 10 is rookie Corner Back Nate Wiggins. Selected in the first round of this year’s NFL Draft by the Baltimore Ravens,Wiggins is a great all-round defensive playerwith big things expected of him in his career. As a rookie, his overall rating is only 75, but his speed of 96 and acceleration of 95 make him one of the fastest players inMadden 25.
With solid tackling, jumping, and coverage stats, Wiggins has lots of potential, according toSick EditzHD, making him a great player to pick up in Franchise mode as he should improve year by year. Cornerbacks as fast as Wiggins are vital and should be used alongside thebest Safeties inMadden 25to stop opposition offenses.
8DJ Turner II: 96
Second-Year Corner Back One Of Best Defensive Prospects
Another Corner Back to feature as one of the fastest players inMadden 25is DJ Turner II. Despite only making a handful of appearances in his rookie year for the Cinnacinti Bengals, Turner was known in college as one of the fastest players around. That has translated to having 96 speed forMadden 25.
Alongside his 97 acceleration, he has a host of other stats over 90, including Agility, Jumping, Stamina, and Change of Direction. These ensure he is one of the young players to watch out for inMadden 25despite his overall rating of 75. His raw pace can cause lots of problems for the opposition if you have him on your team.
7D.K. Metcalf: 96
Seahawks Receivers That Can Change Games
One of the most experienced players on this list, D.K. Metcalf,remains one of the quickest and most deadly wide receivers inMadden 25. The Seattle Seahawks man is another with 96 speed and 94 acceleration, among a range of high-ranking stats. His overall rating of 86 is backed up by some incredible receiving stats, such as a spectacular catch stat of 93.
In addition, he has a host of Superstar and X-Factor abilities, which make him stand out from most on this list. Many of the best players inMadden 25,such ascover athlete Christian McCaffrey, have these abilities alongside D.K. Metcalf, and they can be used to change games at key moments.
D.K. Metcalf has the Double Me X Factor ability, which allows him to overpower defenders.
6Tyler Harrell: 97
One Of Six Players To Have 97 Or Higher Speed
While there are a host of players with 96 speed in Madden 25,only six have 97 or higher.These start with New York Jets rookie Wide Receiver Tyler Harrell. He went undrafted in this year’s NFL Draft but was picked up by the Jets and might be seen as a player to look out for in future seasons if he can improve his other skills.
Despite only having an overall rating of 65, Harrell’s speed can’t be underestimated. If you are able to get the ball safely to him, he has the stats to do damage to defenses. He has a number of high stats, making him one to watch out for, such as 95 Acceleration, 88 Change Of Direction, and 81 Jumping. Harrell can be most effective with some of thebest offensive playbooks inMadden 25.
5Tariq Woolen: 97
The Faster Defensive Player In The Game
Another cornerback on this list is Seattle Seahawks' Tariq Woolen, the fastest defensive player inMadden 25. Alongside thebest Linebackers inMadden 25, Corner Backs are vital to having a solid defense, and players with pace can get you out of trouble when the offense threatens to break free. He is another with a high Acceleration stat of 97, but with an overall rating of 86, there are not many better defensive players inMadden 25. A 95 Jumping stat means Woolen is great for picking off Quartersbacks, which is further helped by his fantastic coverage stats.
4Jaylen Waddle: 97
Part Of An Incredible Duo For The Dolphins
Miami Dolphins have an incredible pair of Wide Receivers inMadden 25that can cause destruction for opposition defenses, with the first of the two being Jaylen Waddle. With an 87 overall rating, he is one of the best receivers in the game and the perfect foil for the number one on our list. With 97 speed and acceleration stats, he is one of the best players for those looking to have a dynamic offense.
Waddle’s stats allow him to be a danger with the ball and a threat for any deep balls thrown over the top. Alongside his qualities through his pace, Waddle has two SuperStar abilities: Short In Elite and Mid In Elite.
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Kansas Chiefs Wide Receiver Xavier Worthy is one of two players in Madden 25 to have 98 speed. The rookie was recently selected in the first round of the 2024 NFL draft, having broken the record time for a 40-yard dash at the Combine event. you’re able to participate in the Combine event yourself inMadden 25as part ofMadden 25’s Superstarmode that has been overhauled this year.
WhileMadden 25marks his debut in the series, his numbers suggest he will be a real force to be reckoned with as seen in the video by according toSick EditzHD. His acceleration is also 96, and while many of his other numbers are nothing to write home about, these numbers are sure to improve in the coming years. With an overall rating of 75,he will be much easier to pick up in Franchise mode than many other starson this list while providing that X-Factor.
2Jameson Williams: 98
An Overall Star That Can’t Be Caught
Jameson Williams has shone during his two seasons in the NFL, helping turn around the fortunes of the Detroit Lions. Another Wide Receiver on the list, Williams, is only one short of the highest possible speed rating inMadden 25. Overall, he fairs better than rookie Xavier Worthy, with a host of high stats, including acceleration of 96, change of direction of 94, solid receiving, and ball-carrying numbers. 2024 was a breakout year for Williams, and he is one of thebest and fastest wide receivers inMadden 25.
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Unsurprisingly, leading the way as the fastest player inMadden 25is Miami Dolphins Wide Receiver Tyreek Hill. He is theonly player in the game with the max 99 speed stat, alongside being one of only five players with a 99 overall rating. It can be argued that besides Quarterbacks, Hill is the best player inMadden 25.
As shown byYoBoy PIZZA, to go with his 99 speed, he also has 98 acceleration, 98 agility, and 99 awareness, allowing him to surge through any gaps and clear of the defense. With his catching and receiving stats, and all in the high 90s, he is the man you want to throw to when on offense.
Tyreek Hill also has the X Factor ability Rac ‘em Up, meaning he will fight for every additional yard after making a catch.
The fastest players inMadden 25are all Wide Receivers or Cornerbacks, and if you can add them to your roster, they can prove to be game-changing players.
