EA Sports just released top ten rookie ratings for Madden NFL 17, and the No. 1 ranked first-year may surprise some. You're probably thinking it's former Ohio State running back Ezekiel Elliott — the Dallas Cowboys rookie is so popular he's already leading the NFL's jersey sales without having to play a big league down.
However, Madden gives the highest rookie rating, with an overall score of 82, to former Florida State defensive back Jalen Ramsey. Ramsey was picked in the first round of the NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars. Here's what Madden says justifying putting Ramsey at No. 1.
"Ramsey brings explosiveness to the Jaguars' secondary and has the athletic ability to match-up against the leagues' best receivers." EA Sports writes. "With ratings of 85 man coverage and 84 zone coverage, he can play all downs and match up nicely in a variety of different defensive schemes. His 93 jump rating will play a big role against the aggressive nature of offensive passing schemes."
Other notable rookies who made Madden's list include Tampa Bay kicker Roberto Aguayo at No. 4 — also a former 'Nole, Chargers defensive end Joey Bosa at No. 5, Miami Dolphins offensive lineman Laremy Tunsil at No.6, and Cleveland Browns wideout Corey Brown. See the full list here, courtesy of EA Sports.