The approach of a new NFL season means a new Madden game. Another year of updated rosters, improved graphics, more microtransactions, and meaningless changes to gameplay.Nowadays, the most eye-popping thing to come out of the Madden franchise is the ratings. Every year, the list of the top players at each position is released and sends fans into a frenzy.How could [insert supposedly underrated player here] not be in the top 10?! they scream.In what world is [insert supposedly overrated player here] a 90 overall?! they clamor.Much like death and taxes, the controversy is certain and we are here for it. Here are the top 10 running backs in Madden 27:Top 10 running backs in Madden 2710) Kyren Williams, Rams: 89Development Trait: Superstar2026 Rating: 862026 stats: 1,252 rushing yards, 10 rushing TDs, 4.8 YPA, 36 receptions, 281 receiving yards, 3 receiving TDs9) Kenneth Walker, Chiefs: 90Development Trait: Superstar2026 Rating: 882026 stats: 1,027 rushing yards, 5 rushing TDs, 4.6 YPA, 31 receptions, 282 receiving yards, 0 receiving TDs8) Josh Jacobs, Packers: 91Development Trait: Superstar2026 Rating: 902026 stats: 929 rushing yards, 13 rushing TDs, 4.0 YPA, 36 receptions, 282 receiving yards, 1 receiving TD7) Saquon Barkley, Eagles: 92Development Trait: X-Factor2026 Rating: 992026 stats: 1,140 rushing yards, 7 rushing TDs, 4.1 YPA, 37 receptions, 273 receiving yards, 3 receiving TDs6) Derrick Henry, Ravens: 93Development Trait: X-Factor2026 Rating: 982026 stats: 1,595 rushing yards, 16 rushing TDs, 5.2 YPA, 15 receptions, 150 receiving yards, 0 receiving TDs5) James Cook, Bills: 94Development Trait: Superstar2026 Rating: 892026 stats: 1,621 rushing yards, 12 rushing TDs, 5.2 YPA, 33 receptions, 291 receiving yards, 2 receiving TDs4) Bijan Robinson, Falcons: 95Development Trait: X-Factor2026 Rating: 922026 stats: 1,478 rushing yards, 7 rushing TDs, 5.1 YPA, 79 receptions, 820 receiving yards, 4 receiving TDs3) Jonathan Taylor, Colts: 96Development Trait: X-Factor2026 Rating: 882026 stats: 1,585 rushing yards, 18 rushing TDs, 4.9 YPA, 46 receptions, 378 receiving yards, 2 receiving TDs2) Christian McCaffrey, 49ers: 97Development Trait: X-Factor2026 Rating: 942026 stats: 1,202 rushing yards, 10 rushing TDs, 3.9 YPA, 102 receptions, 924 receiving yards, 7 receiving TDs1) Jahmyr Gibbs, Lions: 98Development Trait: X-Factor2026 Rating: 952026 stats: 1,223 rushing yards, 13 rushing TDs, 5.0 YPA, 77 receptions, 616 receiving yards, 5 receiving TDsMadden 27 release dateMadden 27 will be available on Xbox, PlayStation and PCon Aug. 13, 2026.Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams is this years cover athlete.This article originally appeared on USA TODAY Sports: Madden 27 ratings: Gibbs, McCaffrey top running back rankings