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Madden NFL 23: Best Quarterback Build in Face of the Franchise

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For most players, creating the best Quarterback build in Madden NFL 23’s Face of the Franchise mode is the ultimate goal they have to achieve.

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Most players who play Face of the Franchise mode in Madden NFL 23 tend to go for the best Quarterback to become the ultimate champion. However, as the name suggests, you need to make the right Quarterback build to pull it off.

Luckily, I have come across 3 solid QB builds that will help you achieve your goals. Let’s have a look at each of them.

Best Quarterback Build in Face of the Franchise in Madden NFL 23

The three Quarterback builds I’ll be showcasing below cater to different playstyles, so you can certainly find the one that suits you best. They’re as follows:

Runner Build

If you’ve seen Cam Newton’s playstyle, then you’ll most likely find this one familiar as this is actually similar to his skillset. This particular build is ideal for those who are really good with the sticks. If you played Madden 22, then you’ll most likely recognize this build by the name Lightspeed.

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This build uses the Truzz X-Factor to prevent you from fumbling whenever an opponent tackles you. Apart from that, it also relies on the following abilities:

  • Red Zone Deadeye
  • Gunslinger
  • Speed
  • Short Throw Accuracy

Probably the only thing that makes this a bit inferior to the previous game is that the skills available in Madden 22 are no longer available. Still, it makes for a really solid build despite the nerfs.

Long Pass Build

The Long Pass build is basically a Tom Brady build which features Tom Brady’s skill set and playstyle. It was under the name “General” QB build back in Madden 22. Specifically, this build focuses on a QB that’s capable of making medium to long passes on a consistent basis.

Of course, this means that out of the many builds out there, this one has the highest chance of executing long passes successfully. To make this build, you want to use the Bazooka X-Factor as it increases your maximum throwing distance by 15 yards.

This makes it really essential as it lets you perform those long passes with ease.

Apart from that, you also want the following abilities:

  • Pass Lead Elite
  • Inside Deadeye
  • Throw Power
  • Medium Throw or Deep Throw Accuracy (choose one depending on your style)

Short Passes Build

The last build we have is the Short Passes build which mirrors that of Patrick Mahome’s skill set and playstyle. As the name suggests, you’re relying on short throws to win the game, but these short throws will be as accurate as they can be.

Also, it uses the Run & Gun X-Factor which allows you to gain perfect passing while on the run. This will provide you with that insane boost. With this build, you’ll have to focus on putting pressure on your opponent’s defense at all times by moving to run the ball.

Of course, you want to complement this with the following abilities:

  • Red Zone Deadeye
  • Gunslinger
  • Speed
  • Short Throw Accuracy

If you’ve noticed, it has the same set of abilities as the Runner build. This time, however, the X-Factor ability is the only defining part.

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Argie Maputi is a long-time gaming writer with over a decade of hands-on experience across RPGs, action-adventure games, and live-service titles. He specializes in in-game mechanics, progression systems, walkthroughs, and breaking down complex features into clear, actionable guides. His work at GamesFuze focuses on first-hand gameplay analysis, update coverage, and practical guides written from direct experience with the games he covers. All articles by Argie Maputi are written based on direct gameplay experience and are reviewed and updated when games receive patches, balance changes, or major updates.

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