Madden 22 Title Update Upgrades Kyler Murray & Dak Prescott to X-Factor, Others Downgraded
A new Madden 22 title update has arrived, bringing with it a slew of improvements and upgrades for the EA football simulation title. Among them were adjustments for gameplay and various modes, with several NFL players getting their abilities upgraded, or in other cases, removed. Seven stars were upgraded to get X-Factor Abilities including quarterbacks Kyler Murray and Dak Prescott. Here are more details on who’s changed within the Madden game.
Seven players upgraded to X-Factor status in Madden 22 title update
On Friday, December 2, EA revealed their Madden 22 title update for all of the gaming platforms. With the update, we have seen seven players get Superstar X-Factor upgrades. With quarterbacks Kyler Murray, Dak Prescott, and Josh Allen playing well for their squads this season, it makes sense that they’d move to Superstar X-Factor in Madden 22.
The Cardinals’ Murray now has First One Free as his X-Factor ability, while Prescott has Blitz Radar, and Allen gets Bazooka. Three other offensive stars got the upgrade. Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp getting Tac’ Em Up, Seahawks WR D.K. Metcalf getting Double Me, and Washington WR Terry McLaurin getting Ankle Breaker. In addition, Steelers defensive lineman Cameron Heyward received the Fearmonger X-Factor.
Herbert, Chase amongst new Superstars
The 2021 NFL season saw Ja’Marr Chase emerge as the early frontrunner for Offensive Rookie of the Year, and the Madden 22 title update now reflects his skills. He has become one of 12 players upgraded to Superstar status in the game. Chase now has Runoff Elite and Mid In Elite for his abilities.
Another young star on the rise is the Chargers’ Justin Herbert. In his sophomore season, Herbert continues to impress, and that’s led to him getting upgraded to Superstar as well. Herbert now possesses Pass Lead Elite and Sideline Deadeye in his bag of tricks.
Along with them, the following players were upgraded to Superstars with abilities listed next to them:
- Deebo Samuel (WR, 49ers) – Mid Out Elite, Slot-O-Matic
- Austin Ekeler (RB, Chargers) – Energizer, Backfield Master
- Wyatt Teller (OG, Browns) – Post Up, Nasty Streak
- Marshon Lattimore (CB, Saints) – On the Ball, Deep Route KO
- Trevon Diggs (DB, Cowboys) – Pick Artist, Acrobat
- Matthew Judon (LB, Patriots) – Demoralizer, Edge Threat
- Mike Williams (WR, Chargers) – Outside Apprentice, Deep Out Elite
- Vita Vea (DT, Bucs) – El Toro, B.O.G.O.
- Mark Andrews (TE, Ravens) – Mid In Elite, Matchup Nightmare
- Ryan Jensen (C, Bucs) – Secure Protector, All Day
Which players were downgraded in the Madden 22 title update?
EA downgraded six former X-Factor players to Superstar status. They included Titans wide receiver Julio Jones, Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt, and Patriots DB Devin McCourty.
- Titans WR Julio Jones
- Seahawks DB Jamal Adams
- Saints WR Michael Thomas
- Cardinals DE J.J. Watt
- Patriots DB Devin McCourty
- Dolphins DB Xavien Howard
Along with that, a number of players lost their abilities in the game. Notable stars stripped of abilities include Bears wide receiver Allen Robinson, Jaguars DE Josh Allen, Giants RB Saquon Barkley, and WR Odell Beckham Jr. of the Browns.
- Giants RB Saquon Barkley
- Browns WR Odell Beckham Jr
- Giants WR Kenny Golladay
- Bears WR Allen Robinson
- Jaguars DE Josh Allen
- Bills WR Cole Beasley
- Patriots OL Trent Brown
- Dolphins DB Byron Jones
- Packers DL Kenny Clark
- Buccaneers OL Ali Marpet
The Madden 22 title update included much more beyond the player upgrades and downgrades. It also has key fixes for NFL authenticity, gameplay, and Franchise mode. Read all about the latest changes in EA’s title update report.
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