Welcome back to another breakdown of all things Madden 26! Today, we're diving into the best value cards at every single position in the game. These aren't just your typical budget beasts — these are value monsters that offer elite performance without the million-coin price tags 

Madden 26 coins. If you're looking to build a God Squad without breaking the bank, this is the ultimate guide.

Let's jump into each position and break down why these cards deserve a spot on your team.

What's a Value Card?

Before we dive in, let's define what we mean by “value.” A value card sits a tier above traditional budget options. These players offer elite-level abilities and stats but come at a fraction of the cost of premium-endgame cards. We're talking about players in the 100–400k range that can hold their own in high-level MUT competition.

Quarterbacks: Bryce Young & Anthony Richardson

Bryce Young

Price: Slightly above 400k (expected to drop)

Why He's a Value: Bryce Young might be slightly above the strict value threshold, but his ability stack makes him elite. You get:

Dots X-Factor: Every pass is pinpoint accurate, including high balls.

Gunslinger (0 AP), Set Feet Lead (1 AP), Master Tactician (1 AP)

Additional zero-AP abilities like Gutsy Scrambler, Gift-Wrapped, and even Tireless Runner

This setup costs just 5 AP and turns Young into a field general with insane velocity and accuracy.

Anthony Richardson

Price: ~400k

Why He's a Value: Mobile, powerful, and extremely fun to use.

Tank (baked-in): Makes him a beast when scrambling.

Set Feet Lead (1 AP), Gunslinger (0 AP), Master Tactician (1 AP)

Great utility options like Roaming Deadeye, Gift-Wrapped, and Quick Draw

His stack only costs 4 AP, and he can sling it or run over defenders.

Running Back: Omarion Hampton

Price: ~130k

Why He's a Value: This rookie draft card is nuts for the price.

Grab and Go (0 AP), Slot-o-Matic (0 AP), Tank (0 AP)

Add Human Joystick and Bulldozer to round out the backfield dominance

That's an elite stack for zero AP. He's a dual-threat in the pass and ground game and offers incredible after-contact animations.

Fullback: William "The Fridge" Perry

Why He's a Value: A huge body in the backfield with trucking capabilities. Perfect for red zone plays, goal-line runs, and even lead blocks.

Tight End: Colston Loveland

Price: Great mid-tier option

Why He's a Value:

6'5" with 96 speed

Tank (0 AP) and Matchup Nightmare (0 AP)

Add Short In Elite, Mid In Elite, or Honorary Lineman depending on your offense

Even gets Secure Protector for extra blocking power

The stack is almost all 0 AP, making him a plug-and-play elite.

Offensive Line

The offensive line doesn't get the spotlight, but these value cards offer elite-level blocking and tons of 0 AP abilities:

Left Tackle: Kelvin Banks

Price: ~250k

Why He's a Value:

96s across the board in blocking stats

Up to 7 zero-AP abilities: Secure Protector, Nasty Streak, Edge Protector, and more

Left Guard: Joel Bitonio

Price: Moderate

Abilities: Puller Elite (baked), Secure Protector, All Day, Natural Talent, Nasty Streak

Center: Travis Frederick

Price: ~275k

Abilities: Identifier (0 AP), Secure Protector (0 AP), plus Post Up, Natural Talent, Nasty Streak

Right Guard: Gray Zabel

Price: ~170k

Abilities: Rookie card with Secure Protector, All Day, and Lynchpin

Right Tackle: Donovan Jackson

Why He's a Value: Right tackle is weak overall, but Jackson is the best option.

Secure Protector, Nasty Streak, All Day, and Natural Talent

Wide Receivers

Julio Jones (97 BND)

Why He's a Value: Hopefully, you grabbed the BND version from past content.

Red Zone Threat (baked), Tank (0 AP), Short In Elite (0 AP), Tireless Runner, Steamroller

Matthew Golden

Price: Budget-friendly draft card

Why He's a Value: 99 base speed and multiple zero-AP options like Short In Elite, Matchup Nightmare, Deep Out Elite

Tetairoa McMillan (T-Mac)

Why He's a Value:

6'5", 97 speed

Route Technician (0 AP), Third Down Threat (0 AP), Red Zone Threat, Human Joystick, Grab and Go

Elite after-the-catch threat and mismatch nightmare in the red zone.

Defense

Free Safety: Larry Wilson

Speed: 98

Abilities:

Pick Artist (0 AP), Flat Zone, Secure Tackler, Mid Zone, Deep Zone

All this for just 1 AP

Strong Safety: Isaiah Simmons

Why He's a Value: 6'4" with 97 speed

Acrobat (baked), Jukebox (baked), Pick Artist, Mid Zone, Deep Zone, Secure Tackler

Costs just 1 AP for a near-universal safety stack.

Cornerbacks

Maxwell Hairston

Promo: NFL Draft

Why He's a Value:

99 base speed, great man and zone

Flat Zone (0 AP), Mid Zone, Deep Out, Pick Artist

Patrick Peterson (Combine Promo)

Version: 96 or 99

Abilities:

Deep Out, Mid Zone, Pick Artist, Secure Tackler, Flat Zone

Byron JonesWhy He's a Value: Another solid outside CB that brings elite speed and KOs with zero AP Pick Artist, Mid Zone, and Secure TacklerConclusion: Build a God Squad Without the Coins

Madden 26's current landscape allows smart players to stack their rosters with elite-level cards without draining the coin bank. Between rookie promo cards, draft players Mut 26 coins for sale, and well-priced veterans, you can get maximum performance out of minimal investment.

From Bryce Young's laser beam arm, to Julio's tank-like strength, and Isaiah Simmons dominating the secondary, this lineup proves that value doesn't mean sacrifice.

Keep your eyes on market drops, promo reruns, and special offers, and you'll keep finding cards that perform like endgame players for budget-tier prices.