The popular Franchise Mode of EA's Madden games is elevated to the next level in Madden 24. Like always, the best teams this season will make a difference when previewing what it is like to manage a team. To win the Super Bowl in mind, choosing the right team and training the players significantly impact win rates. Thankfully, there is a huge emphasis on how Roster Management is developed this year, which gives more insight into the players themselves.
Each team in Madden 24 brings unique strategies and abilities within their gameplay. Managers create their own story with their team, whether they are underdogs or reigning champions wanting to keep their title at the top. Franchise Mode has six central features: Training Camp, Trade Upgrades, Weekly Strategy, Draft Class Settings, and Salary Camp Management. Completing training campaigns at the beginning of the season is very helpful as it boosts players, while learning Weekly Strategy for focused boosts are some of the best ways to begin this mode.
7 Chicago Bears
This team is looking for a rebuild with no 90 overall players on the Chicago Bears in Madden 24. The steps taken forward by the team overall were drafting solid linebackers such as T.J. Edwards and Tremaine Edmunds. Much is needed to be resolved with developing quarterback Justin Fields, who was the first pick, and wide receiver D.J. Moore. This team looks promising for a Madden 24 manager looking to make a difference growing with a team.
6 Carolina Panthers
The Franchise Mode might be worth it to start with the Carolina Panthers due to middle ground rankings last year. It houses a promising player like Bryce Young, who could possibly be one of the best quarterbacks in Madden 24 one day. The defensive outlook of this team needs to be built on; however, their offense looks solid. Drafting running backs and receivers needs to be looked at for this team to succeed.
5 Kansas City Chiefs
The Kansas City Chiefs team includes one of the best players in the NFL overall, Patrick Mahomes, with a rating of 99. They are a fast team that can improve more from their base stats, making them unstoppable on offense. Not only is their offense fast, but their defense is also promising that needs a little training and pushing to make it to the Super Bowl.
4 Arizona Cardinals
In a tough spot, the Arizona Cardinals in Madden 24 need a good manager to help them out. With only one game won on their home turf, the Cardinals could use a rebuild to win the Super Bowl this next season. The budget for this team is not as large as others, with the hope that their players will improve in the future. The most important part of the team to build up is their Defense, as they are lacking it heavily and will need help with drafting and training.
3 Houston Texans
Linked with the Arizona Cardinals in Madden 24, the Houston Texans are also a buildable team for Franchise Mode. They did not win a single home game last year but still have a hopeful outlook this year with a better drafting position. Their offense is not to be overlooked as they have room to grow, but the accuracy of catches on this team must be trained to win more games. By learning how to throw a lob in Madden 24, these players will be able to learn new tactics for victory.
2 Los Angeles Chargers
Sporting an incredible offense piloted by superstar Justin Herbert, the Los Angeles Chargers in Madden 24 is a solid pick for Franchise Mode. Coming into the season with a middle-to-high ground overall rating, this team is not to be overlooked. One thing to is that they lack some defensive , so drafting and training should be prioritized on defense for this team. That being said, the accuracy of throws and catches on this team should bring any prospective manager to victory.
1 Cleveland Browns
The reason anyone would want to rebuild the Cleveland Browns in the Madden 24 Franchise Mode would be to fill the positions lacking in power. With plenty of Madden 24 NFL Superstars this season, the Browns offensive line is looking towards the Super Bowl with some forceful plays. Look to train the cornerbacks of this team to round out the other players. Finally, aside from pure offensive power, the Speed stats of these players are useful in all positions on this team.
