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Stafford, Garrett Earn 99 Madden Ratings — First MVP/DPOY Duo

7/28/2026

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Summary

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Quarterback Matthew Stafford and edge rusher Myles Garrett received 99 ratings in Madden NFL 27, the first roster with both the reigning MVP and Defensive Player of the Year.
EA Sports identified six 99-Club players for the game: Josh Allen, Ja'Marr Chase, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Trey McBride, Matthew Stafford and Myles Garrett.
The Los Angeles Rams are the only NFL team with two 99-Club members on one roster.

History

Historical Context

EA Sports released Madden NFL 2004 in 2003, adding an Owner mode that let players manage franchise finances and stadium concessions. The title built on a decade-long trend of high-profile player ratings, echoing Madden NFL 99’s 1998 launch that sold over 5 million copies in its first year. By July 2006 the PS2 version had moved 3.5 million units, reinforcing the series’ commercial dominance.

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Story summary

Quarterback Matthew Stafford and edge rusher Myles Garrett received 99 ratings in Madden NFL 27, the first roster with both the reigning MVP and Defensive Player of the Year.
EA Sports identified six 99-Club players for the game: Josh Allen, Ja'Marr Chase, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Trey McBride, Matthew Stafford and Myles Garrett.
The Los Angeles Rams are the only NFL team with two 99-Club members on one roster.

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