Best Spartans in new EA Sports College Football 26 video game

Can you name who is the highest-rated player on the Spartans in this year's college football video game?

Can you name who is the highest-rated player on the Spartans in this year's college football video game? It may surprise you...

The newest version of EA Sports' college football video game for this year has been released, with fans getting their first taste on Monday. The pre-orders for the game were distributed on Monday, with the full release set for Thursday.

Michigan State is not one of the top 25 rated teams in the country in this year's game -- which comes as no surprise. But who are the highest-rated players in the game on their roster? That is something that is interesting to examine -- so without further ado, let's take a look at some of the highest-rated Spartans in this year's video game below:

Jack Velling (TE)

Michigan State's Jack Velling, right, runs after a catch as Iowa's Nick Jackson closes in during the third quarter on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Rating: 88

Chrishon McCray (WR)

Michigan State receiver Chrishon McCray runs after a catch during practice on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in East Lansing.

Rating: 87

Omari Kelly

Michigan State's receiver Omari Kelly catches a pass during football practice on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, in East Lansing.

Rating: 85

Nick Marsh (WR)

Michigan State's Nick Marsh attempts to score after a catch against Iowa during the fourth quarter on Saturday, Oct. 19, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Marsh was ruled down just short of the goal line.

Rating: 84

Ryan Eckley (P)

Michigan State's Ryan Eckley punts against Washington during the second quarter on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2023, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Rating: 84

Nikai Martinez (SS)

Michigan State's Nikai Martinez runs a drill during the first day of football camp on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, in East Lansing.

Rating: 84

Wayne Matthews III (LB)

Michigan State's Wayne Matthews III celebrates after a tackle for a loss against Prairie View A&M during the second quarter on Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Rating: 83

Elijah Tau-Tolliver (RB)

Sep 16, 2023; Stanford, California, USA; Sacramento State Hornets running back Elijah Tau-Tolliver (25) scores a touchdown during the second quarter against the Stanford Cardinal at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports

Rating: 82

Jalen Thompson (Edge)

Michigan State's Jalen Thompson, right, tackles Florida Atlantic's Cam Fancher during the fourth quarter on Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Rating: 82

Matt Gulbin (C)

Sep 9, 2023; Winston-Salem, North Carolina, USA; Wake Forest Demon Deacons offensive lineman Matt Gulbin (54) during the second quarter at Allegacy Federal Credit Union Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-USA TODAY Sports

Rating: 82

Aidan Chiles (QB)

Michigan State's Aidan Chiles prepares to snap the ball against Rutgers during the second quarter on Saturday, Nov. 30, 2024, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing.

Rating: 81

Malik Spencer (FS)

Central Michigan running back Myles Bailey (26) is stopped by Michigan State defensive back Malik Spencer (43) and defensive back Jaden Mangham (1) during the first half at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing on Friday, Sept. 1, 2023.

Rating: 81

Grady Kelly (DT)

Colorado State football player Grady Kelly during practice on Monday, April 3, 2023.

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Rating: 81

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