CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The subject was on how fast Carolina Panthers wide receiver Ted Ginn Jr. looked for a 31-year-old on his 61-yard touchdown catch in Saturday’s exhibition win at Tennessee.
It quickly turned to Madden 17.
Yes, NFL players pay attention to the ratings. At least Carolina quarterback Cam Newton does.
“Let’s just hope he has his Madden speed up," the NFL MVP said after the 26-16 victory. “Last year, I was so disappointed in that."