Vanguard

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Vanguard

Vanguard players are the reason running backs thank their blocking in the postgame interview. When they enter the zone, they are nearly guaranteed dominant impact block wins.

Heads up: player abilities have not been updated for Madden 27 yet. This data reflects Madden 26.

Position Requirements

1 position can unlock this ability.

Tight End

ArchetypeBlocking
Overall70+

Synergizes with

ASame attributes

Screen Protector

Both boost Impact Blocking.

TE

BSame play style

All Day

Both fit the Blocking play style.

TE

Matador

Both fit the Blocking play style.

TE

Pass Protector

Both fit the Blocking play style.

TE

Run Protector

Both fit the Blocking play style.

TE

Secure Protector

Both fit the Blocking play style.

TE

CRounds out the player

Arm Bar

Rounds out the player: Blocking + Power Back, Utility.

TE

Bruiser

Rounds out the player: Blocking + Power Back, Physical.

TE

Bulldozer

Rounds out the player: Blocking + Power Back, Scrambler, Utility.

TE

Deep In Elite

Rounds out the player: Blocking + Deep Threat, Vertical Threat.

TE

Deep Out Elite

Rounds out the player: Blocking + Deep Threat, Vertical Threat.

TE

Double Me

Rounds out the player: Blocking + Physical, Playmaker, Possession.

TE

Grab And Smash

Rounds out the player: Blocking + Physical, Possession.

TE

Grab-N-Go

Rounds out the player: Blocking + Elusive Back, Receiving Back, Playmaker.

TE

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