Work Horse

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Work Horse

Tier Progression

  1. Tier I · Bronze

    +9 Carry for all HBs/FBs

  2. Tier II · Silver · 15 FP to upgrade

    +9 Break Tackle for all HBs/FBs

  3. Tier III · Gold · 20 FP to upgrade

    +9 Juke Move for all HBs/FBs

  4. Tier IV · Platinum · 30 FP to upgrade

    +9 Spin Move for all HBs/FBs

Last year

In Madden 26

Every tier granted +7 to its attribute. All four tiers now grant +9.

Unlock by Coach Archetype

ArchetypeUnlocks atTier I cost (FP)
Offensive GuruLevel 3640
Defensive GeniusPurchase only40
Development WizardPurchase only40
College CoachNot documentedNot documented

Synergizes with

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Big Back

Both boost breaking tackles for HB/FB — it stacks.

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Angry Runner

Both boost breaking tackles for HB/FB — it stacks.

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People Movers

Both build your run offense (HB/FB + IOL/OT).

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Read Blocktion

Both build your run offense (HB/FB + IOL/OT/TE/FB).

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Ahead of the Chains

Both build your run offense (HB/FB + IOL/OT/TE/FB).

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Insider Trading

Both build your run offense (HB/FB + IOL/OT/TE/FB).

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Trench Barons

Both build your run offense (HB/FB + IOL/OT/TE/FB).

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Outside the Club

Both build your run offense (HB/FB + IOL/OT/TE/FB).

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AStrong

Stamina Stealer

Another on-field boost for HB/FB — same players, different facet.

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Play Fake Magician

Another on-field boost for HB/FB — same players, different facet.

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All Hustle

Another on-field boost for HB/FB — same players, different facet.

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Campus Conditioning

Another on-field boost for HB/FB — same players, different facet.

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Coach's Curriculum

Another on-field boost for HB/FB — same players, different facet.

College Coach tree only

BWorth a look

RB Reconnaissance

Stacks your HB investment (on-field + scouting).

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Practician (HB)

Stacks your HB/FB investment (on-field + development).

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After School Tutor

Stacks your HB/FB investment (on-field + development).

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