When EA dropped the CFB 27 quarterback ratings, the most-talked-about number wasn't #1 — it was #6. Arch Manning, the Texas Longhorn with the most famous surname in football, landed at 91 OVR. Outside the top five. Here's why.
Why Is Arch Manning Only 91 OVR?
EA's rating notes were blunt: "Many expected his rating to be higher, at least cracking the top five." The implication is clear — Manning hasn't proven himself against elite competition yet. The 2025 season showed flashes but lacked the dominant stat line that justifies a top-five placement. EA's philosophy: start conservative, adjust upward during the season if performance warrants it.
Top 10 QB Ratings
| Rank | Player | School | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dante Moore | Oregon | 95 |
| 2 | Julian Sayin | Ohio State | 94 |
| 3 | Trinidad Chambliss | Ole Miss | 93 |
| 4 | CJ Carr | Notre Dame | 92 |
| 5 | Jayden Maiava | USC | 92 |
| 6 | Arch Manning | Texas | 91 |
| 7 | Darian Mensah | Miami | 91 |
| 8 | Sam Leavitt | LSU | 90 |
| 9 | Noah Fifita | Arizona | 90 |
| 10 | John Mateer | Oklahoma | 89 |
Dante Moore Earned the #1 Spot
Oregon's Dante Moore posted a 71.8% completion rate, 3,565 yards, and 30 touchdowns in 2025. He had legitimate NFL draft prospects but chose to return to Eugene — a decision that made him CFB 27's highest-rated quarterback by a comfortable margin.
Dynasty Mode QB Strategy
- Don't fixate on launch ratings. A three-star QB with the Elite development trait can outgrow a five-star with Normal development over four seasons.
- Check the Development Trait before committing recruiting resources — it matters more than the starting OVR.
