Daniel Jones, rookie quarterback for the New York Giants, was given an overall rating of 63 in this year’s rendition of the Madden franchise… And they’re serious about it.
Rookie Ratings
The ratings in Madden 20 are very different from what they were in previous games. On average, they are much lower. The producers even put out a list of player rating tiers and how they differ from Madden 19.
The No. 6 overall pick was in the official Madden rookie ratings reveal video, where they film the live reactions of new players as they discover their first overall rating. In it, both Daniel Jones and his rookie teammate, wide receiver Darius Slayton, were visibly upset about his rating of 63.
At this rating, Jones (who was the second quarterback selected in the draft) is the sixth highest rated rookie QB in the game. It puts him behind Kyler Murray (73), Dwayne Haskins (72), Drew Lock (67), Will Grier (66), and Tyree Jackson (64) who, by the way, went undrafted.
Here’s why they are wrong
When Jones was drafted, many fans were upset. It has been well speculated that the Giants could have possibly taken him later in the first round. Analysts across the internet claim that the Giants reached at No. 6 overall and should have waited.
Fortunately for Giants fans, analysts don’t know everything.
Since being selected, Jones has heard the media’s criticism and has taken it on the chin. Despite the hate that he has received, Jones went to training camp and opened many people’s eyes. In that week, he showcased his underrated athleticism and ability to make NFL throws.
In spite of this rating, Giants fans should continue to have faith in Daniel Jones. After all, these ratings have no impact on how players perform in real life.
In due time, he can prove the Madden rating adjusters wrong. He will prove that he not only has a high football IQ, but that he has the mechanical skill to be a successful QB in the NFL.
Hopefully, this incident will put a chip on Daniel Jones’ shoulder. He already knew that it will be up to him to prove the New York media wrong. Now, in ten years, he may be able to look back and laugh at the disrespect he received his rookie year.
