If you want to create a dominant player in Madden 25‘s Superstar mode, you’ll need to use the best builds for each position. You’ll use different attributes and skill sets depending on the position you pick.
In addition, your height, weight, and player model all factor into creating a dominant player. To get your successful Madden 25 on the right path, here are the best Superstar builds to use.
Body Type | Slim |
Height | 6’9” |
Weight | 190 lbs |
Archetype | Custom |
Customize Skills | Throw Power: 3 Points Deep Throw Accuracy: 3 Points Throw On The Run: 3 Points Throw Under Pressure: 3 Points Speed: 2 Points Acceleration: 1 Point |
Potential Gold Abilities | Arm Talent, Deep Deadeye, Mobile Deadeye, Pressure Cooker |
X-Factor | Bazooka – Max throwing distance increased |
Balancing speed and arm strength when creating a QB build in the Superstar mode. This skill set combines the best attributes of Patrick Mahomes and Lamar Jackson. As you develop you’ll gain the ability to accurately hit targets downfield, while also being able to earn yards on the run when under pressure.
The Mobile Deadeye Ability that grants perfect accuracy on the run and cross body, there’s no need to waste skill points on your Short Throw Accuracy. Once that Ability develops, you’ll be able to throw accurately in all situations.
Body Type | Slim |
Height | 6’4” |
Weight | 190 lbs |
Archetype | Custom |
Customize Skills | Catching: 3 Points Spectacular Catch: 3 Points Catch In Traffic: 3 Points Speed: 2 Points Change of Direction: 2 Points Acceleration: 2 Points |
Potential Gold Abilities | Sticky Fingers, Showboat, Iron Grip |
X-Factor | Double Me – Wins aggressive catches vs single coverage |
The Showboat Ability is one of the game’s meta options as it will improve your receiver’s run after catch and redzone catch. We’ve focused on boosting Catching and Speed stats for this build as the two defining qualities of an elite receiver.
If you have the extra points to spend after importing your CFB player, we recommend using them on Spin Move as it’s an excellent option to get by defenders this year.
Body Type | Slim |
Height | 6’4” |
Weight | 190 lbs |
Archetype | Custom |
Customize Skills | Spin Move: 3 Points Break Tackle: 3 Points Speed: 3 Points Catch In Traffic: 2 Points Change of Direction: 2 Points Acceleration: 2 Points |
Potential Gold Abilities | Spin Elite, Shake It Off |
X-Factor | Freight Train – Increase the chance of breaking the next tackle attempt |
The Spin Move stat is a great tool on offense this year and the best Halfback build is in prime position to put it to use. A dominant Halfback is all about breaking tackles, so maximizing your Speed and Break Tackle stats are vitally important.
Later down the line, the Freight Train X-Factor will turn you into an absolute truck on the gridiron, shrugging off one tackle after the next. Best Cornerback build
Body Type | Slim |
Height | 6’4” |
Weight | 190 lbs |
Archetype | Custom |
Customize Skills | Catching: 3 Points Man Coverage: 3 Points Speed: 3 Points Tackle: 3 Points Press: 2 Points Acceleration: 1 Point |
Potential Gold Abilities | Honorary Receiver, Man KO Elite, Tackle Elite |
X-Factor | Shut Down – Tighter coverage and more INTs on contested catches |
Moving on to defense, the best Cornerback build is primed to change the momentum of games with expert coverage. This position’s skillset must be versatile as you’ll be expected to tackle, catch, and cover opposing offensive threats.
Once your Speed, Catching, and Tackle stats hit their max potential, you’ll make the lives of Wide Receivers a living nightmare.
Body Type | Slim |
Height | 6’4” |
Weight | 190 lbs |
Archetype | Custom |
Customize Skills | Man Coverage: 3 Points Tackle: 3 Points Hit Power: 3 Points Strength: 3 Points Speed: 2 Points Catching: 1 Point |
Potential Gold Abilities | Tackle Elite, Man KO Elite, Destroyer |
X-Factor | Unstoppable Force – Pass rush wins lead to quicker block shedding |
As evidenced by the best X-Factor for Linebackers, this build is all about turning your player into an unstoppable force. With the 15 skill points available you focused on strength by boosting the Hit Power, Tackle, and Strength stats.
However, if you have 20 Points available, don’t hesitate to invest in Speed as well. This will allow you to take your opponents by surprise by being lighter on your feet than they’re expecting.