Okay, so I was messing around with Madden 23 the other day, trying to figure out who the fastest wide receivers are. You know, the guys who can just burn past defenders and make those crazy, game-changing plays. I started by just looking at the default rosters, seeing who the game itself listed as the top players.
I poked around a bit, checked out some of the usual suspects, the big names you always hear about. Michael Crabtree was in there with a 90 overall rating, which seemed pretty solid. He’s a big name. And, honestly, he is good. No doubt about it.
Then, I got to thinking, maybe there are some hidden gems, you know? Guys who aren’t as well-known but could be just as effective, if not more so, especially in specific situations.
I started digging into the stats, not just overall ratings but also speed, acceleration, agility, things like that. I learned that some of these guys don’t need to be the biggest, strongest, or whatever. They just need the speed. And the smarts.
I started experimenting with different players in different roles, seeing how they performed in various game modes. I tried them out in quick games, franchise mode, even online against other players. I ran a bunch of plays, tried different formations, all that stuff.
- First, I tried just using them as deep threats, sending them on streaks and go routes, seeing if they could just outrun everyone.
- Then, I experimented with them in the slot, running shorter routes, using their quickness to get open in tight spaces.
- I even tried using them on special teams, as kick and punt returners, because, you know, speed kills on special teams.
What I found was pretty interesting. It’s not just about raw speed, but also about how you use it. And the situation.
My Findings
Some guys, even the smaller, faster ones, were beasts on special teams. Others could get open on deep routes without even trying. Sometimes a smaller, faster guy could get open faster than some big-name superstar. You’ve really got to play around with it. It’s a blast.
So, yeah, that’s what I’ve been up to in Madden 23. Just experimenting, trying to find the best way to use these speed demons. I realized that it is not only about the data, but also about your experiences.
Keep experimenting, keep playing, and you’ll find your own fastest wide receiver in Madden 23!
