Banks' game dominates Gators’ rookie rankings
Caleb Banks, taken 18th overall by the Vikings, carries the highest Madden rating of any Florida rookie. His 76 overall reflects strong tackling at 82, block shedding at 79, and pursuit at 80—numbers that speak to his NFL-ready potential.
Smack shines in a lower round
Trey Smack, picked in the sixth round by Green Bay, surprised with a 75 overall. He bests two first-round quarterbacks—Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson—at launch, suggesting the simulation values his traits over just draft capital.
Slaughter adjusts, adapts, and gets credit
Jake Slaughter, drafted by the Chargers as a center, has shifted to left guard in the NFL and carries a 74 rating. His blocking grades are sharp: 78 for run, 77 for pass, and 80 for impact. The change of position is already reflected in his on-screen performance.
Gators class lands six in top 75 rookie ratings
The full Gator rookie class is well represented. Tommy Doman lands at 73, Austin Barber at 72, Devin Moore at 71, and George Gumbs Jr. at 70. Six of Florida’s seven 2026 draftees start above 70, underlining the team’s strong pro output.