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Wigan Athletic BadgeWigan Athletic
England League One (3) LogoEngland League One (3)
Wales FlagWales
66
OVR
75
POT

Player Info

NameJoe Taylor
PositionST
Alt. Positions
Age23
Preferred FootRight
Date of Birth19 Nov 2002
Height170cm (5' 7")
Weight72kg (159 lbs)
Body TypeShort & Stocky
Skill Moves
Weak Foot
International reputation
Player ID269691

Joe Taylor Career Mode rating and potential

Joe Taylor is a development ST for Wigan Athletic in England League One (3). At 66 overall with 75 potential, he has solid potential and profiles as a high-upside young player in Career Mode. His strongest area is pace, making him especially useful for teams that need quality in that part of the pitch.

Strengths
  • Excellent pace
  • High growth potential
Weaknesses
  • Limited defensive contribution
  • Finishing may need development
Best For
  • Counter-attacking systems
  • Lower-budget development saves

Current Club

Loaned FromHuddersfield Town
Loan Ends1st July 2026
Value€1.9m
Wage€2k
Kit Number10
Joined11th January 2025
Contract Expiry2029

Career Mode Growth Curve

This player is slightly behind their expected development curve.

Normal
Curve Status
On Curve
Forward / Striker
Expected OVR
68.3
Estimated rating for age
Curve Gap
-2.3
Current OVR vs expected
Peak Window
28–32
Typical peak age range
Potential Progress
88%
+9 OVR remaining

Understanding the Career Mode growth curve

CareerScout compares a player's current rating against where they would normally be expected to be based on their age, position and potential. This helps show whether a player is developing ahead of schedule, roughly as expected, or still has room to catch up.

Expected OVR

Expected OVR is the rating CareerScout estimates the player would usually have at their current age, based on their position and potential. If their current rating is higher than this, they are ahead of their curve. If it is lower, they may still have more room to grow.

Curve Gap

Curve Gap is the difference between the player's current OVR and their expected OVR. A negative number means they are below the expected curve. A positive number means they are ahead of it.

Growth Outlook

Growth Outlook estimates whether a player's development may be boosted, normal or reduced compared to their expected curve. Players below their expected curve may grow faster, while players far ahead of it may slow down.

Peak Window

Peak Window shows the age range where players in that position usually reach their highest development level. For example, wingers tend to peak earlier than goalkeepers.

These values are estimates based on Career Mode development patterns. They are designed to help compare players and identify good long-term signings, but actual growth can still be affected by playtime, training, form and injuries.

Similar Players

Players similar to Joe Taylor in Career Mode, based on position, age, overall rating, potential and key attributes.

Key Attributes

Pace
85
Shooting
66
Passing
51
Dribbling
66
Defending
35
Physical
67

All Attributes

Pace
89
Acceleration
82
Sprint Speed
Shooting
67
Finishing
66
Positioning
70
Shot Power
60
Long Shots
59
Penalties
62
Volleys
Passing
54
Vision
41
Crossing
44
FK Accuracy
41
Long Passing
59
Short Passing
52
Curve
Dribbling
73
Agility
82
Balance
63
Reactions
64
Composure
65
Ball Control
64
Dribbling
Defending
39
Interceptions
57
Heading Acc..
39
Def Aware..
29
Stand Tackle
13
Sliding Tackle
Physical
78
Jumping
66
Stamina
68
Strength
65
Aggression
Goalkeeping
13
Diving
9
Handling
5
Kicking
15
Positioning
5
Reflexes

PlayStyles

Roles

ST
Poacher+

Positional Ratings

ST
84
LW
78
RW
78
CAM
78
CM
78
LM
78
RM
78
CDM
78
CB
78
LB
78
RB
78

FAQ

What is Joe Taylor's Career Mode potential?+

Joe Taylor has 75 potential in Career Mode, starting from an overall rating of 66.

How much can Joe Taylor grow?+

Joe Taylor can grow by +9 overall, from 66 to 75 potential.

What is Joe Taylor's best position?+

Joe Taylor's main position is ST. He can also play .

Is Joe Taylor good in Career Mode?+

Joe Taylor is a strong Career Mode option for teams needing a ST. At 66 overall with 75 potential, he is best suited to clubs that need quality now with some room to grow.

What are Joe Taylor's strongest attributes?+

Joe Taylor's strongest areas are Pace (85) and Physical (67), making him especially useful in roles that suit those strengths.

Joe Taylor Career Mode Potential, Rating & Growth