It’s no secret that linebackers in Madden 23’s Ultimate Team mode can cause opposing quarterbacks huge headaches. That’s because there are usually three on the field, most capable of intercepting short-range shots and getting through the offensive line. However, there is a select group of linebackers with an overwhelming chance to make these big plays a reality. Here are the best MUT base linebackers in Madden 23.

Who are the best MUT Core Core Elite linebackers in Madden 23?

The best base linebacker you can catch for your quarters is TJ Watt. The Steeler has the highest Chase rating and the second highest Block Removal rating among the top 10 linebackers in the league. However, we can’t help but recommend the Joey Bosa Human Bowling Ball as well. Despite his inability to cover the zone, Bosa is a fantastic blockbuster who will always be a problem for offensive linemen. He can discover the top 10 Core Elite linebackers below, in order of tallest overall.

General	name and team	Position	Play Recognition	Approach	Search	detachment of blocks
88	TJ Watt (Steelers)	LOLB	88	86	89	85
87	De’Vondre Campbell (Packers)	MLB	86	88	86	84
87	Fred Warner (49ers)	MLB	89	85	88	83
86	Demario Davis (Santos)	MLB	83	84	82	81
86	Von Miller (Bills)	LOLB	85	85	85	87
86	Josh Allen (Jaguars)	ROLB	83	85	86	79
86	Joey Bosa (Chargers)	LOLB	86	86	86	84
86	Darius Leonard (Colts)	LOLB	85	85	86	84
85	Khalil Mack (Chargers)	ROLB	84	80	85	84
85	Bobby Wagner (Rams)	MLB	81	86	85	82

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Although he didn’t make the list, players shouldn’t forget about the Cowboys’ Micah Parsons. He is one of the best complete linebackers in MUT with his 85 chasing and mind-boggling 82 zone coverage rating. Parsons won’t be great in the secondary, though there are plenty of quality point guard cornerbacks in Ultimate Team as well.