Okay, so I wanted to figure out which Quarterback X-Factor abilities were the absolute best in Madden 23. I spent a good chunk of time messing around with different QBs and their abilities, and here’s what I found out.

First, I started by looking at all the available X-Factor abilities. There are a bunch, like “Bazooka,” “Run & Gun,” “Gambler,” and more. Each one gives your QB some kind of special boost in certain situations.
I jumped into a few practice games to get a feel for each ability. I tried throwing deep with “Bazooka,” scrambling with “Run & Gun,” and making risky throws with “Gambler.” I even messed around with some of the less popular ones to see if they were any good.
After all that experimenting, these are the ones I found to be the most useful and had the greatest impact on my gameplay:
- “Bazooka”: If you love throwing the ball deep, this is a must-have. It seriously increases your maximum throwing distance. I found myself completing bombs that I never could before.
- “Run & Gun”: This one is great if you have a mobile QB. It makes your QB throw more accurately while on the run. Perfect to use and makes escaping pressure way easier.
- “Gambler”: AI defenders had a harder time intercepting my QB. This X-Factor is high risk and high reward, so be careful!
Ultimately, the “best” X-Factor really depends on your play style. If you’re a pocket passer, “Bazooka” is amazing. If you like to scramble, “Run & Gun” is your best bet. It’s all about finding what works best for you and your team!
It’s really helpful to go through each ability, testing it in different game situations. That’s the best way to figure out which ones will give you the biggest advantage.