While your Madden 24 ratings will tell you part of how players can excel, X-Factors and Superstar abilities crank that up to a whole other level. These unique in-game abilities are tailored across every position and aspect of the game, but some stand above the rest.
Whether you're trying to decide which abilities to watch for in Madden 24 Ultimate Team or deciding what fits best with your Superstar Mode build, we've got the answer. This guide breaks down the best Madden 24 X-Factor players and the top Superstar abilities tier list so you'll know which ones are an absolute must.
Best Madden 24 X-Factors & Players
If you want a good idea of how X-Factors try to quantify the intangibles top players exhibit, you just have to take a look at the best Madden 24 X-Factor players in the game. While dozens of players throughout the league have abilities, the elites showcase why you want these abilities on the virtual gridiron.
If you're working on a new Franchise Mode save, these top names can be great targets to trade for. You may also want to try starting with a team that already has some of these players which you can then relocate and shape in your own image.
Here are the best players in Madden 24 and their X-Factor abilities:
- Aaron Donald - Blitz: On-field blockers have their resistance bars wiped
- Justin Jefferson - Double Me: Wins aggressive catches against single coverage
- Patrick Mahomes - Bazooka: Maximum throwing distance increased
- Travis Kelce - Double Me: Wins aggressive catches against single coverage
- Myles Garrett - Unstoppable Force: Pass rush wins lead to quicker block shedding
- Nick Bosa - Relentless: Rush moves no longer cost points
- Tyreek Hill - RAC 'Em Up: Wins RAC catches more often
- Davante Adams - Double Me: Wins aggressive catches against single coverage
- Micah Parsons - Unstoppable Force: Pass rush wins lead to quicker block shedding
- Nuck Chubb - Wrecking Ball: High success rate on trucks and stiff arms
- Chris Jones - Momentum Shift: On-field opponents have their zone progress wiped
- Christian McCaffrey - Ankle Breaker: High fakeout rate on skill moves after the catch
- Fred Warner - Zone Hawk: More interceptions in zone coverage
- George Kittle - YAC 'Em Up: Increased chance to break the first post-catch tackle
- Stefon Diggs - RAC 'Em Up: Wins RAC catches more often
That wraps up the top 15 Madden 24 X-Factor players, but you can continue to develop new players in Franchise Mode and foster these abilities. If you really want a true god squad, head into custom rosters and get all these monsters on the same team. Just make sure to turn off salary cap when you make a new Franchise save.
Best Madden 24 Superstar Abilities Tier List
Not all Madden 24 Superstar abilities are created equal, and there are some definite choices players will want to watch for most. If you're diving into Superstar Mode, these abilities are ones that could be crucial to unlock with your player later on.
If you're looking for someone new to add to your Ultimate Team, it's also great to watch for or seek to unlock top cards that have access to some of these. Here are the best Madden 24 superstar abilities broken down by tier:
- S Tier: Deep In Zone KO, Deep Out Zone KO, Gift-Wrapped, Gunslinger, Hot Route Master, Lurk Artist, Set Feet Lead, Slot Apprentice
- A Tier: Acrobat, Backfield Master, Deep Out Elite, Double or Nothing, Edge Threat, Edge Threat Elite, Inside Shade, Medium Route KO, One Step Ahead, Pass Lead Elite, Route Apprentice, Route Technician, Short In Elite, Slot-O-Matic, WR Apprentice
- B Tier: Clutch Kicker, Double or Nothing, Freight Train, Gambit, Inside Stuff, Juke Box, Medium Route KO, Mid Zone KO, Omaha, Pick Artist, RB Apprentice, Recuperation, TE Apprentice, YAC 'Em Up
Past this point, most of the remaining Superstar abilities in Madden 24 will be down to what best fits your style of play and the needs of your player. If you're starting a new Superstar Mode save looking to snag some of these, make sure you're using one of the best builds in Madden 24.