Which team has the best defense in Madden 25? Top 5 units ranked

EA Sports' eagerly-awaited Madden 25 was released on Friday. The video game has generated plenty of interest from fans, many of whom are obsessing over team defensive ratings.

While NFL team defenses aim to nullify threats from their opponents, some do it better than others. Similarly, EA Sports' Madden NFL 25 ranks the defensive units of all 32 teams based on their players, coordination, and overall ability to thwart attacks.

On that note, here's a look at the five best defensive teams in Madden 25.

A look at the top 5 defensive teams in Madden 25

Cleveland Browns DE Myles Garrett (Source: Imagn)

#5. Cleveland Browns (88 defense rating)

The Cleveland Browns have the fifth-best defensive team in Madden 25. The Browns have some top rearguard players on their roster, including superstar defensive end Myles Garrett, linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah and cornerback Denzel Ward.

In the 2023 season, the Browns' defensive unit led the league in total defense – allowing just 270.2 yards per game – and passing defense – allowing 164.7 yards per game.

#4. Miami Dolphins (89 defense rating)

The Miami Dolphins' defensive unit has an 89 rating in this year's Madden. The Dolphins have one of the best safeties in the league in Jevon Holland and also have one of the best cornerbacks in the form of Jalen Ramsey.

The Dolphins lost defensive lineman Christian Wilkins this offseason, but still have one of the most formidable defensive units in the league.

#2. (Tied) Pittsburgh Steelers (90 defense rating)

The Pittsburgh Steelers received a defensive rating of 90 in the latest Madden edition. Some of the key defensive players on the Steelers roster are DE T.J. Watt and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick.

Pittsburgh also has the likes of cornerback Joey Porter Jr., linebacker Patrick Queen and defensive tackle Cam Heyward in its star-studded defense.

#2. (Tied) Baltimore Ravens (90 defense rating)

The Baltimore Ravens have a defensive rating of 90 in Madden 25. The Ravens have one of the most balanced teams in the video game.

With some top defensive players, including cornerback Arthur Maulet, linebacker Roquan Smith and safety Kyle Hamilton, Baltimore is tied with Pittsburgh for the second-best defensive unit in Madden.

#1. San Francisco 49ers (92 defense rating)

The San Francisco 49ers have the best defensive rating in Madden 25. Kyle Shanahan's team reached the Super Bowl last season on the back of another masterful rearguard unit.

The 49ers' defense boasts the likes of defensive end Nick Bosa, linebacker Fred Warner and defensive tackle Maliek Collins, among some of the top names in the league. San Francisco is likely to contend for the Lombardi Trophy in the upcoming NFL season if its defense keeps up the good work.