Madden NFL 15 introduces all-new defensive line mechanics thanks to War in the Trenches 2.0, and these are some of the players that will benefit.
Here are the top-rated defensive tackles in Madden 15. All analysis provided by Madden Ratings Czar Donny Moore.
NDAMUKONG SUH – DETROIT LIONS – 97 OVR
Moore on Suh: Suh comes into Madden 15 with 95 Pursuit (ranked third for DT’s), 97 Power Moves (second), and 95 Hit Power (first). He’s also tied for second-strongest DT at 98, and also the most agile DT at 82.
GENO ATKINS – CINCINNATI BENGALS 96-Â OVR
Moore on Atkins: While, Geno Atkins had a major injury that ended his 2013 season, it doesn’t affect his Madden NFL 15 ratings in a big way. Geno still has top-end burst (92 ACC, ranked second for DT’s) and a position-leading 98 Power Moves rating.
GERALD MCCOY – TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS – 95 OVR
Moore on McCoy:Â McCoy can both rush the passer (97 Power Moves, ranked second) and play the run (91 Tackle/95 Pursuit) for the promising Buccaneers defense.
KYLE WILLIAMS – BUFFALO BILLS – 95 OVR
Moore on Williams:Â Kyle Williams has been getting the job done for years, and is still a top-rated DT due to his 95 Power moves (fourth), 95 Tackling (second), and 95 Awareness (first).
JURRELL CASEY – TENNESSEE TITANS – 93 OVR
Moore on Casey:Â Casey is a DT that can do it all three downs. He can rush the passer with his 88 Power Moves, and is a huge force against the run with 95 Pursuit (third) and 94 Tackling (fifth) in Madden NFL 15.