On the field, QB DNA is the most noteworthy addition, but there’s an assortment of other upgrades too, with news of Ultimate Team still to come. The Madden 2🐽6 cover star is Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley, while there are intriguing cameos from yesteryear favourites such as Randy Moss. More on that below, along with the Madden 26 trailer and pre-order bonuses. This is everything you need to know about Madden 26.

Madden 26 release date

The official NFL game always emerges shortly ahead of the real-life season. This year’s regular season schedule gets underway on Thursday, September 4 when the Dallas Cowboys visit rivals and reigning Super Bowl champs the Philadelphia Eagles. That means the Madden 26 release date is three weeks earlier, on Thursday, August 14, 2025.

Madden 26 platforms

Madden’s sister series, NCAA, made a triumphant comeback in 2024 – exclusive to current-gen consoles. That means College Football 26 is only available on PS5 and Xbox Series X. Madden 26, however, maintains the series’ long tradition of being available on both modern consoles and those of yesteryear. That means you can play is on PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X, Xbox One, PC, and – yes – it’s also coming to Nintendo Switch 2.

Madden 26 trailer

The first Madden 26 trailer is all about atmosphere. It showcases the🐷 impressive pre-game build-up for a Vikings evening game, with a cameo appearance from Randy Moss – watch closely! We also💙 see hellacious tackles, and big plays from Patrick Mahomes and Josh Allen. Tap that panel to watch for yourself.

Madden 26 cover vote winner

Philly’s year of glory continues with the news that the Madden 26 cover vote winner is Eagles running back Saquon Barkley – although these days that choice is made internallyꩲ within EA.

It wasn’t always this way, which is why whispers of a Madden 26 cover vote still managed to infiltrate social media. Historically the game’s main man was chosen by a fan poll over the internet, but thi♊s had to be changed following Madden 12. That year, Cleveland Browns fans overwhelmed the vote, catapulting mid-tier R🐠B Peyton Hillis onto the front of the box – and ensuring EA would decide on its cover athlete in-house for future editions.

Madden 26 pre-order bonuses

With EA now making two annual Gridiron games, the strongest Madden 26 pre-order bonuses are tied into the MVP Bundle. Not only do you get a whole ℱlist of Ultimate Team goodies, but you also score College Football 26 (and all its additional extras) into the bargain. However, it’ll set you back $149.99. Those on a more modest budget can opt for the Deluxe Edition ($99.99), or Standard Edition ($69.99). Below is a comprehensive list of exactly what you get in each.

MVP Bundle

• Exclusive MUT Elite Player Item
• 3 Days Early Access (Aug 11 to 14)
• 4600 Madden Points
• Early Access Ultimate Team Solo Challenges
• Season 1 Elite Player Player Item (if you pre-order before July 24)
• Saquon Barkley Elite MUT Player Item
• Superstar Legendary XP Boost
• Player Card Exclusive Item
• Franchise Coach Ability Points”

Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition pre-order bonuses

• 3 Days Early Access (Aug 11 to 14)
• 4600 Madden Points
• Early Access Ultimate Team Solo Challenges
• Season 1 Elite Player Player Item (if you pre-order before July 24)
• Saquon Barkley Elite MUT Player Item
• Superstar Legendary XP Boost
• Player Card Exclusive Item
• Franchise Coach Ability Points

Madden NFL 26 Standard Edition pre-order bonuses

• Saquon Barkley Elite MUT Player Item
• Superstar Legendary XP Boost
• Franchise Coach Ability Points

Madden 26 franchise mode details

For two decades, fans have pressurised EA to pour some love into a mode that existed long before Ultimate Team. With good reason – and it’s finally happening. Madden 26 franchise mode serves up a laundry list of changes, with draft logic, team needs logic and sim stats all retooled. Weather like snow and rain affects gameplay, while the impact of Wear & Tear means realistic injury repo🌳rts, with players listed as questionable and doubtful in the build up to your games.

Ahead of those games⛦, you’re able to hone in on opponent strengths and weaknesses, and build a shooter-style load-out specific to one match – with individual play sheets than expand your playbook for one week only. Four different broadcast packages add week-to-week variety, as do any overhauled coaching tree, where your co-ordinators’ abilitieওs matter as much as your head coach ones. Best of all, we're finally getting highlights packages from around the league, hosted by Scott Hanson. It’s looking like a tantalising comeback for this classic mode.

Madden 26 gameplay

Franchise improvements will be meaningless if Madden 26 can’t escape the sameness of recent times. But, as demonstrated in our Madden 26 preview, developer EA Orlando knows this and is aiming to implement major changes on ꦆboth sides of the ball. For the of🌸fense that means quick subs at the line of scrimmage, explosive locomotion, and ‘QB DNA’ – with 50 new traits like make Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson all feel like their authentic selves. In front of them, a focus on ‘foundational football’ sees blocking intelligence and animations fully retooled, too.

For the D, that same mantra means “assignment, alignment and technique” all come into play – so in theory, a cornerback will only pick off an aerial ball if he can see it first, rather than it being magnetically pulled into his hands. Custom zones and safety dep☂th can both be edited at⛄ the line, while the result of tackles is based on more nuanced physicals calculations depending on a defenders angle and speed. That’s how it’s all supposed to work, anyway. It felt promising on our hands-on, and we’re excited to see whether it can hold up during sustained play in our mid-August review.

For even more turf-based fun, head over to our list of the best sports games of all time.

All Madden 26 QB Traits and Player Traits

Below is the complete list of Madden 26 QB Traits and Player Traits, based on real life statistics. Take Josh Allen, for example. "Allen will have the ‘Run Over’ trait, which makes him more likely to run through contact when scrambling rather than sliding or running out of bounds," explains EA. "Allen was assigned this trait because over the last two NFL seasons,𓆏 Allen leads the league with 54% of his scrambles resulting in at least three yards after contact."

• Look For Stars: QBs with this trait look to throw to their star receivers more
• Risk Taker: QBs with this trait tend to force the ball downfield and into tight windows
• Conservative: QBs with this trait tend to throw shorter passes and avoid forcing passes into tight windows
• Cannon: QBs with this trait have a higher tendency to throw bullet passes
• Up and Over: QBs with this trait have a higher tendency to throw lob passes
• Snap Mischief: QBs with this trait often perform fake hikes, especially on late downs in short-yardage situations
• Seeing Ghosts- After a sack, QBs with this trait tend to force a pass to their first read for the next three plays, resetting at the end of a drive
• Quick Trigger: QBs with this trait quickly attempt throws to their check down, not waiting for the play to develop
• Throw Away: QBs with this trait have a higher tendency to throw the ball away when facing pressure.
• Panic Button: QBs with this trait have a higher tendency to force passes when facing pressure
• Double Back: QBs with this trait can scramble away from the sideline to keep the play alive.
• Eyes Up: QBs with this trait keep their eyes up when moving towards the line of scrimmage, waiting longer for plays to develop before scrambling
• Set Up Time: QBs with this trait tend to set their feet before attempting a pass
• Hero Ball: QBs with this trait attempt to scramble for yards if they think they can get the first down
• Quick Clock: QBs with this trait tend to escape the pocket after making their first read
• Happy Feet: QBs with this trait will almost always be moving.
• Paranoid: QBs with this trait react more to nearby defenders, feeling pressured even in less intense situations.
• Oblivious: QBs with this trait remain calm near defenders, feeling less pressure even in intense situations
• Highlight Reel: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt spectacular catches
• Possession Receiver: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt Possession catches.
• RAC Receiver: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt RAC catches
• Aggressive Receiver: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt aggressive catches.
• Red Zone Jammer: DBs with this trait tend to attempt a jam press on press plays in the red zone.
• Play Ball Defender: Players with this trait are riskier and try for interceptions they may not be able to reach
• Play Receiver: Players with this trait are safer and won't try for interceptions they may be not able to reach
• Steering Clear: Players with this trait attempt to avoid hits by performing slides, give-ups, or running out of bounds
• Showboat: Players with this trait are able to use Celebration Loco on breakaways
• Cannonball: Players with this trait are able to do Celebration Dives into the endzone
• Run Over: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt a truck, and if they are a QB, they are less likely to slide
• Strong Arm: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt a stiff arm, and if they are a QB, they are less likely to slide
• Whirlwind: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt a spin move
• Elusive Instinct: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt a juke move
• Cover Ball: Players with this trait attempt to cover the ball on all big hits
• Big Hitter: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt Hit Sticks
• Safe Tackler: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt conservative tackles
• Punch It Out: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt strip tackles.
• Knee Biter: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt Cut Sticks
• Finesse Rusher: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt a Finesse Move
• Power Rusher: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt a Power Move
• Twister: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt a Spin Move
• Bullish: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt a Bull Rush
• Bouncer: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt a Club Move
• Fly Swatter: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to raise their hands to disrupt shallow passes
• Gas Guzzler: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to use Effort on pass rushes
• Freestyler: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to attempt a Swim Move
• Undisciplined: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to commit penalties
• Disciplined: Players with this trait have a lower tendency to commit penalties
• Anchored: QBs with this trait have a lower tendency to leave the pocket or scramble for yards
• Throw It Up: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to target outside receivers on deep or contested throws
• Fortifier: Players with this trait have a higher tendency to audible into Max Protection against potential pressure

How to input Madden 25 sliders

Madden 25 sliders might sound daunting to the newcomer, but they're actually really straightforward to deploy. First, jump into the main menu, then move down to Settings. Sele💖ct Edit Settings, then match the headings on the list below to the tabs in the horizontal menu bar. 

If no value is listed below then leave that particular setting at default. Once you’ve input everything, be sure to try to sample a couple of exhibition matches and see how the game feels. You can then make further tweaks to personalise your own experience. Need gameplay help? Then dip into our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 tips and 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best playbooks guides.

Best Madden 25 sliders for realism

Game Options

• Skill Level: All-Madden
• Game Style: Simulation
• Quarter Length: 12 minutes
• Accelerated Clock: On
• Minimum Play Clock Time: 20 seconds
• Injuries: 25
• Fatigue: 50
• Speed Disparity Scale: 75
• Physics Based Tackling: 70

Penalties

• Offside: 65
• False Start: 70
• Offensive Holding: 55
• Facemask: 70
• Illegal Block in the Back: 50
• Roughing the Passer: 40
• Defensive Pass Interference: 65
• Ineligible Receiver Downfield: On
• Offensive Pass Interference: On
• Kick Catch Interference: On
• Intentional Grounding: Off
• Roughing the Kicker: On
• Running into the Kicker: On
• Illegal Contact: On

Player Skill

• QB Accuracy: 40
• Pass Blocking: 45
• WR Catch: 43
• Run Blocking: 40
• Ball Security: 30
• Pass Defensive Reaction: 50
• Interceptions: 30
• Pass Coverage: 40
• Tackling: 50
• FG Power: 50
• FG Accuracy: 40
• Punt Power: 60
• Punt Accuracy: 50
• Kickoff Power: 50

CPU Skill

• QB Accuracy: 40
• Pass Blocking: 40
• WR Catch: 35
• Run Blocking: 50
• Ball Security: 45
• Pass Defensive Reaction: 50
• Interceptions: 30
• Pass Coverage: 40
• Tackling: 50
• FG Power: 50
• FG Accuracy: 40
• Punt Power: 60
• Punt Accuracy: 50
• Kickoff Power: 50

Auto-Subs

• Running Backs Sub Out: 90 
• Running Backs Sub In: 95
• Defensive Tackles Sub Out: 90
• Defensive Tackles Sub In: 95
• Defensive Ends Sub Out: 90
• Defensive Ends Sub In: 95

Madden 25 sliders credits

As with our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:College Football 25 sliders, the community has had a major hand in producing these Madden 25 tweaks. On that front, we need to credit Matt10 and Playmakers at . Still in the market for more NFL help? Our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 celebrations and 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 rookie ratings guid🐼es should be just what you&apos🐟;re looking for.

There are two elite defe📖nsive set-ups, too. Keep♔ upgrading your skills beyond Super Bowl Sunday with our Madden 25 best playbooks guide.

The best five Madden 25 offensive playbooks

Offense is ౠthe very heart of the modern NFL. That usually means airing the ball out, and this approach is naturally ex♔hibited here. But if you’re looking for a strong run game, or more balanced attack, then be sure to read on…

Miami Dolphins 

In-game label: MIA - M. McDaniel
Best for: Crazy plays and super speed
Summary: Mike McDaniel has earned a reputation as a creative genius since taking on the Miami head coaching role, and capitalised on the insane speed of Tyreek Hill, Jaylen Waddle and De'Von ཧAchane.

It’s no surprise, then, that the Dolphins’ playbook is stacked with trick plays, and quick throws – usually to receivers already in motion. These enable fast skill players to elude their opposite numbers on a regular basis. Experiment with Pistol Tight Y Off Flex formation to see what we mean. No wonder Miami is so high on the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best teams list.

Cincinnati Bengals

In-game label: CIN - Z. Taylor
Best for: Passing with a Plan B
Summary: Joe Burrow may h𝐆ave missed half the 2023 season through injury, but the Bengals’ system remains built around his strong, accurate arm. If you want to go aerial, the Cincy playbook is a formidable choice, offering seven Singleback sets, and a staggering 21 Shotgun ones.

Get inside the opposition 20 and you can then mix in a welcome selection of zone runs or the QB Draw, just when your foe is expecting a jump ball to the back pylon. (Although, if you do decide to throw in that situation, make sure you learn how to use Custom Stems in our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 tips guide.)

Indianapolis Colts

In-game label: IND - S. Steichen
Best for: Emulating the king of Madden
Summary: This is the offense used by Henry Leverette – the world’s number one ranked Madden player of recent times. Its Shotgun Bunch Offset plays pull defensive formations all over the joint, with two receivers bunched in by the offensive line, and one set out wide 🧔on the opposite side of the field.

Your foe will often be so busy trying to cover those guys running crosses or posts that they’ll miss your HB breaking free underneath, giving you easy gains in the open field. If it’s good enough for the Madden king, you can guarantee it’ll bring you TDs and 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 celebrations, too.

New England Patriots

In-game label: NE - J. Mayo
Best for: Moving the chains gradually
Summary: Dink, dunk, dink, dunk. The Bill Belichick era may be over – indeed, NE doesn’t have a single 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 X-Factors and Superstars player – but the system that brought h🍌im so much succe𝓀ss in New England maintains its influence over the Patriots’ playbook.

Short, fast passes to slot receivers enable you to pick up short gains before the D can react, and the running plays on offer from Singleback Wing Tight Z and Ace Slot enable you to fu😼rther wear an opponent down. Win the time of possession baꦜttle and you’ll claim more Ws than Ls. 

San Francisco 49ers

In-game label: SF - K. Shanahan
Best for: Ground and pound (and pound again)
Summary: Cover star Christian McCaffrey tops the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best players list, and his real-life qu♏alities translate brilliantly to Madden. He🥃 can run with speed, power, and elusiveness, aided by a 49ers playbook that concentrates on getting the half-back open with committed Pistol and I Form blocking schemes.

There are p🥂lentiful passing options too𒁏 – Brock Purdy is no puppet – but if you want to establish a ground game that has the opposition wheezing by the third quarter, learn and master San Fran’s catalogue of big runs. Oh, what a rush.

The best two Madden 25 defensive playbooks

No matter how good your offensive skills, you sti🐻ll need to play defen💜se at some point. Y’know, for at least half a game, on average.

So it’s worth actually considering how to pick up sacks and interceptions, rather than just wing it 𒉰on every play. These top tactics are sure to help…

Kansas City Chiefs

In-game label: KC - A-Reid
Best for: Defending the pass
Summary: Kansas City have won two Super B🔯owls in three years by outscoring teams with Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. But a key part of that formula is bend-but-don’t-break defense. They’re willing to give up short gains on running plays rather than get beaten deep in the secondary.

This 🌳playbook reflects that, giving you sound nickel and zone coverage that makes it difficult for oppon💛ents who just want to throw, throw, throw. For getting started online, where the majority of players want to take constant shots downfield, it’s the no-brainer choice. 

Cleveland Browns

In-game label: CLE - K. Stefanski
Best for: Aggression, and pure fun
Summary: Clevel🦩and’s D playbook offers a totally different appro🐠ach to the Chiefs. It does offer some deep cover, but its main strength is getting pressure on the D using blitzes, and aggressive linemen and linebacker play.

You need two good defensive ends to maximise that approach, but also two reliable safeties for those times when the tacti🔯c doesn’t pay off and the QB gets a deep shot away. This is a high-risk playbook – but that’s what makes it the most fun when you conjure up a sack and field-flipping 12-yard-loss. Boom!

1. Roll with one of the top five teams

A no-brainer to kick you off with. Madden 25 isn’t perfect, but it’s a big improvement on last year, with plenty of new features to try out – such as the kicking meter ported over from 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:College Football 25, Switch Stick, and Custom Stem routes – both of which we’ll get to shortly. In order to fully grasp all the fresh additions, it’s worth cueing up a few matches with the game’s top rosters. Mahomes and Kelce make the Chiefs insanely fun, Miami’s speed is a riot on every play, and Ravens QB Lamar Jackson is even more OP than prime Michael Vick. The top five is below, and you can see all ratings on our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best teams list. 

• 1= Kansas City Chiefs - 92
• 1= San Francisco 49ers - 92
• 3 Baltimore Ravens - 91
• 4 Miami Dolphins - 89
• 5= Dallas Cowboys - 88
• 5= Detroit Lions - 88

2. Use the Custom Stem option with your receivers

Hot routing a receiver at ༒the line of scrimmage has always provided a tactical edge. This year it gets even better with something called Custom Stem, which adjusts the breaking point of your receiver’s route downfield. Before the snap, press triangle (PlayStation) or Y (Xbox), then the corresponding button of the catcher you want to re-route. Now hold L1/LB and move the left stick or D-pad up to extend the distance, or down to shorten it. Finally, release L1/LB to lock in the new route. It’s a spectacular way to exploit man-to-man coverage, or precisely target the back pylon for a TD.

3. Master the Switch Stick

The much-vaunted return of the Hit Stick has scored plenty of hype on defense,🐼 but the new Switch Stick is an even bigger game-changer. As that name suggests, it enables you to instantly switch to the closest defender with a flick of the right stick. For instance, if the ball is in the air and you see a slot receiver sloping past your nickel𝄹 back, you can adjust a CB1 or CB2 to drift inside, and block the pass or take down the WR as soon as he grabs the ball. It’s a super tough skill to master, but elite players are going to do exactly that online – and practise makes perfect. Note that you can only use the Switch Stick in Zone, and can’t switch to a player committed to a blitz. 

4. Stop dropping back - and throw the ball away

Madden wouldn’t be Madden without QBs dropping back 15 yards, then launching a downfield heave into double coverage. When it come off it feels incredible – but nine times out of ten you’re being sacked, intercepted, or having the ball batted away. Get used to staying in the pocket, and letting your LT and RT do their jobs. QBs always throw more accurately with their feet properly set. The exception is if you can’t see an open receiver on first or second down: in these circumstances, dash outside the pocket and throw the ball away by p🍬ushing in any direction on the right s﷽tick. QB play is an element Madden handles well, and the more realistic your approach, the greater the rewards.

5. Take Training Camp seriously

After starting a new franchise𝔍, it’s always tempting to fast forward through the meaningless pre-season games and jump straight into the week one schedule. You’re wasting an important development opportunity by doing so in Madden 25. Training Camp offers a series of mini-games which are both fun, and offer decent rewards – but once you’ve accepted the results of a mini-game, it becomes locked and you can’t go back. So be sure to play each of them, and retry until you get either a gold, silver or bronze medal. Do well enough and there’s a chance of turning a Superstar into an X-Factor player. On which note…

6. Know your X-Factors and Superstars

Our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best players guide will steer you on this year’s top 50, but it’s important to remember that some perform beyond their stats thanks to X-Factors and Superstar abilities. These can really help when starting out a franchise, or building an Ultimate Team. For instance, both San Francisco and Baltimore have five players with X-Factors – whereas the Patriots are the only team in the entire game without a single of either designation. Players newly upgraded with X-Factors include Jets CB Sauce Gardner (Shutdown) and Lions WR Amon-Ra St Brown (Double Me). See them all in GR’s 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 X-Factors guide.

7. Turn on all the classic Madden tracks

Notice how fave Madden tracks from yesteryear, such as Party Hard by Andrew WK and Green Day’s American Idiot, can be heard in the stadium? You can also add these songs to the main soundtrack, and have them play on menus during Ultimate Team, franchise and so on, too. To do so, click the touchpad (PlayStation) or View button (Xbox) while on the home screen, then R1/RT to bring up EA Music. Scroll down to the halfway point and you’ll see all the old songs, with unchecked tick boxes next to them. Press X or A to fill in the tick box of any you want to play throughout the game. No One Knows, In Da Club, Ruff Ryder’s Anthem: it really is a formidable tracklist. Now time for some 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 celebrations…

Madden 25 rookie ratings profiles

Below are seven names to watch throughout the coming season, both in real life and on the virtual turf of Madden 25. If you’re more keen to find out how the experienced pros play, try our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best teams list and 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best players guide. We also drill down even deeper into specific abilities with your one-stop 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 X-Factors and Superstars list.

1 Joe Alt (T, Los Angeles Chargers) - 79

The Chargers used a top five pick on this big boy out of Notre Dame, 🎐and unwillingly grabbed the highest-rated rookie in Madden too. Alt will be an immediate starter in LA, and given the critical task of protecting Justin Herbert’s blind side. He gets a colossal 88 impact blocking rating, and does the basics excellently too: 82 for run blocking, 81 for pass blocking.

2 Marvin Harrison Jr (WR, Arizona Cardinals)

The premier selection of seven receivers taken in the NFL Draft first round boasts a name you’ll be very familiar with. This is, of course, the son of Colts legend Marvin Harrison. But there’s no Peyton Manning to sling balls to in Arizona, so it’ll be fascinating to see whether this Harrisonꦜ can gel with Cardinals signal-caller Kyler Murray. Along with his 79 overall rating, he gets 94 speed, 93 acceleration, 84 catching, and 93 jumping.

3 Brock Bowers (TE, Las Vegas Raiders) - 78

Tight end has ꦜbeen a barren position for fantasy players over the past 🌼two seasons, so expect the 6ft 3in Bowers to go high in drafts – just as he did in real life. You can try him out for size yourself right now by helming the Raiders in Madden, and using Gardner Minshew to sling him some balls. An 81 catch in traffic score sees him snag throws in tight windows, bolstered by an 85 catching rating – and 91 acceleration to race away from defenders.

4 Dallas Turner (ROLB, Minnesota Vikings) - 78

Justin Jefferson is the talismanic figure in Minnesota these days, but the Vikes are also building well on the other side of the ball – and picked up another solid puzzle piece in the 2023 SEC Co-Defensive Player of the Year. Turner takes his Madden bow with key ratings of 90 speed, 93 acceleration, 85 toughness, 83 pursuit, and 80 tackling. If you fancy giving his former Crimson Tide squad a runout, dip into our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:College Football 25 tips. 

5 Olumuyiwa Fashanu (LT, New York Jets) - 78

Joe Alt may hav𒐪e been taken before him, but Penn State alumnus Fashanu looks to a be a formable addition to the NFL’s left tackle ranks. His signing is great news for Aaron Rodgers as the former Green Bay man returns from a year out through injury. Key numbers for Fashanu include 88 strength, 84 pass block, 88 impact blocking and 79 run block.

8 Jonathon Brooks (RB, Carolina Panthers) - 77

The Panthers were in desperate need for running back help to support Bryce Young, so drafted Brooks in the second roundꦏ following a 1,139 yard season for the Texas Longhorns. He might have been tak🐻en at spot 46, but EA has seen enough to grant Brooks a top ten slot in the Madden 25 rookie rankings. Take control of Carolina and deploy his 86 toughness, 90 speed, 91 acceleration, and 92 carrying.

13 Caleb Williams (QB, Chicago Bears) - 76

Six quarterbacks were taken in the first round of the 2024 NFL Draft, but EA needs to be careful not to mak🐓e young QBs too OP – so Williams, the earliest selected from that bunch, receives a modesಌt 76 OVR. That number will shoot up fast with some franchise mode successes. For now you get 86 speed, 89 acceleration, 93 throwing power, 86 short throw accuracy, and 86 throw the run.

The top 20 Madden 25 rookie ratings

Here are your top 20 Madden 25 rookie ratings, all in one place. These rankings are correct as of the game’s launch weekend of Saturday, August 17. Looking to bust a move when your star youngster pulls off a pick six, or spectacular sideline grab? Then you now need GR’s 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 celebrations guide.

• 1 Joe Alt (RT, Los Angeles Chargers) - 79
• 2 Marvin Harrison Jr (WR, Arizona Cardinals) - 79
• 3 Brock Bowers (TE, Las Vegas Raiders) - 78
• 4 Dallas Turner (ROLB, Minnesota Vikings) - 78
• 5 Olumuyiwa Fashanu (LT, New York Jets) - 78
• 6 Amarius Mims (RT, Cincinnati Bengals) - 78
• 7 JC Latham (LT, Tennessee Titans) - 78
• 8 Jonathon Brooks (HB, Carolina Panthers) - 77
• 9 Lantau Latu (DE, Indianapolis Colts) - 77
• 10 Malik Nabers (WR, New York Giants) - 77
• 11 Troy Fautanu (RT, Pittsburgh Steelers) - 77
• 12 Tallies Fuaga (LT, New Orleans Saints) - 77
• 13 Caleb Williams (QB, Chicago Bears) - 76
• 14 Trey Benson (RB, Arizona Cardinals) - 76
• 15 Quinyon Mitchell (CB, Philadelphia Eagles) - 76
• 16 Rome Odunze (WR, Chicago Bears) - 76
• 17 Jared Verse (LOLB, Los Angeles Rams) - 76
• 18 Chop Robinson (LOLB, Miami Dolphins) - 76
• 19 Terrion Arnold (CB, Detroit Lions) - 76
• 20 Byron Murphy II (LE, Seattle Seahawks) - 76

The Madden 25 X-Factors player list

All of the players below make the Madden 25 X-Factors list at launch. Last year EA added a bunch more in February, and we'll keep you updated during the play-offs should that reoccur. For ratings details, check out the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best players list.

• BEARS: Keenan Allen (WR) – Max Security
• BENGALS: Joe Burrow (QB) – Run & Gun
• BENGALS: Ja’Marr Chase (WR)  – Double Me
• BILLS: Josh Allen (QB) – Bazooka
• BILLS: Matt Milano (ROLB) – Reinforcement
• BRONCOS: Patrick Surtain II (CB) – Shutdown
• BROWNS: Nick Chubb (RB) – Wrecking Ball
• BROWNS: Myles Garrett (RE) – Unstoppable Force
• BUCCANEERS: Mike Evans (WR) – Double Me
• BUCCANEERS: Lavonte David (MLB) – Run Stuffer
• CHARGERS: Derwin James Jr (SS) – Reinforcement
• CHIEFS: Patrick Mahomes (QB) – Bazooka
• CHIEFS: Travis Kelce (TE) – Double Me
• CHIEFS: Chris Jones (DT) – Momentum Shift
• COMMANDERS: Jonathan Allen (DT) – Momentum Shift
• COWBOYS: CeeDee Lamb (WR) – Yac 'Em Up
• COWBOYS: Micah Parsons (RE) – Dual Threat
• DOLPHINS: Tyreek Hill (WR) – Rac ‘Em Up
• DOLPHINS: Janel Ramsey (CB) – Bottleneck
• EAGLES: Saquon Barkley (HB) – First One Free
• EAGLES: AJ Brown (WR) – Max Security
• EAGLES: Jalen Hurts (QB) – Run & Gun
• EAGLES: Darius Slay Jr (CB) – Shutdown
• FALCONS: Jessie Bates III (FS) – Shutdown
• 49ERS: Christian McCaffrey (HB) – Ankle Breaker
• 49ERS: George Kittle (TE) – Yac ‘Em Up
• 49ERS: Fred Warner (MLB) – Zone Hawk
• 49ERS: Nick Bosa (RE) – Relentless
• 49ERS: Deebo Samuel Sr (WR) – Yac 'Em Up
• GIANTS: Dexter Lawrence (DT) – Blitz
• JAGUARS: Josh Hines-Allen (DE) – Unstoppable Force
• JETS: Sauce Gardner (CB) – Shutdown
• LIONS: Amon-Ra St Brown (WR) – Double Me
• PACKERS: Jaire Alexander (CB) – Shutdown
• RAIDERS: DaVante Adams (WR) – Double Me
• RAIDERS: Maxx Crosby (LOLB) – Relentless
• RAMS: Cooper Kupp (WR) – Rac ‘Em Up
• RAMS: Tre-Davious White (CB) – Shutdown
• RAVENS: Lamar Jackson (QB) – Truzz
• RAVENS: Mark Andrews (TE) – Rac ‘Em Up
• RAVENS: Kyle Hamilton (SS) – Reinforcement
• RAVENS: Derrick Henry (HB) – Freight Train
• RAVENS: Roquan Smith (MLB) – Reinforcement
• SAINTS: Demario Davis (MLB) – Reinforcement
• SAINTS: Marshon Lattimore (CB) – Shutdown
• SEAHAWKS: DK Metcalf (WR) – Double Me
• STEELERS: TJ Watt (LOLB) – Unstoppable Force
• STEELERS: Cameron Heyward (RE) – Fearmonger
• TEXANS: Stefon Diggs (WR) – Rac 'Em Up
• VIKINGS: Justin Jefferson (WR) – Double Me

Complete Madden 25 X-Factors abilities list

Below is the full list of Madden 25 X-Factors and what they do. Some of these, such as Avalanche, aren't assigned to any players on the default roster, but can still be found and implemented in Ultimate Team. Which may be just cause for some 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 celebrations. 

• Ankle Breaker: High fakeout rate on skill moves following the catch
• Avalanche: Downhill hit-sticks force fumbles
• Bazooka: Max throwing distance increased 
• Blitz: On-field blockers have their resistance bars wiped
• Blitz Radar: Highlights extra blitzes
• Bottleneck: Dominantly win man press attempts
• Dots: Grants perfect passing on any throw
• Double Me: Wins aggressive catches vs single coverage
• Dual Threat: Higher chance to defeat bass blocks and disrupt catches 
• Escape Artist: Improved scrambling speed when leaving the pocket
• Fearmonger: Chance to pressure the QB while engaged with a blocker
• First One Free: High fakeout rate on next juke, spin, or hurdle 
• Freight Train: Increased chance to break the next tackle attempt
• Max Security: High success rate on possession catches
• Momentum Shift: On field opponents have their zone progress wiped
• Pro Reads: Highlights the first open target and ignores pressure
• Rac ‘Em Up: Wins RAC catches
• Relentless: Rush moves no longer cost points
• Reinforcement: Higher chance to defeat run blocks and disrupt catches
• Run & Gun: Grants perfect passing while on the run
• Run Stuffer: Block shedding is more effective vs run plays
• Satellite: Wins RAC possession catches vs single coverage
• Shutdown: Tighter coverage & more interceptions on contested catches
• Unstoppable Force: Pass rush wins lead to quicker block shedding
• Truzz: Can’t fumble as a result of a tackle
• Wrecking Ball: High success rate on trucks and stiff arms
• Yac ‘Em Up: Increased chance to break the first post-catch tackle
• Zone Hawk: More interceptions in zone coverage

The full Madden 25 Superstars list

Superstars don’t have X-Factor abilities, but still come with skills that outperform their base stats. If you need to know full roster ratings before deciding which ones to trial in game, dip into our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best teams guide – which feature🦄s full rankings from 1 to🐭 32.

• BEARS: DJ Moore (WR)
• BEARS: D'Andre Swift (HB)
• BENGALS: Trey Hendrickson (RE)
• BROWNS: Amari Cooper (WR)
• BROWNS: David Njoku (TE)
• BROWNS: Za'Darius Smith (LE)
• BROWNS: Wyatt Teller (RG)
• BROWNS: Denzel Ward (CB)
• BUCCANEERS: Chris Godwin (WR)
• BUCCANEERS: Vita Vea (DT)
• BUCCANEERS: Antoine Winfield (FS)
• BUCCANEERS: Tristan Wirfs (RT)
• CARDINALS: Budda Baker (SS)
• CHARGERS: Joey Bosa (LOLB)
• CHARGERS: Justin Herbert (QB)
• CHARGERS: Khalil Mack (ROLB)
• CHIEFS: Creed Humphrey (C)
• CHIEFS: Isiah Pacheco (HB)
• COLTS: DeForest Buckner (DT) 
• COLTS: Quenton Nelson (LG)
• COLTS: Jonathan Taylor (HB)
• COMMANDERS: Austin Ekeler (HB)
• COMMANDERS: Terry McLaurin (WR) 
• COWBOYS: Trevon Diggs (CB)
• COWBOYS: DaMarcus Lawrence (LE)
• COWBOYS: Dak Prescott (QB)
• COWBOYS: Zack Martin (RG)
• DOLPHINS: Terron Armstead (LT)
• DOLPHINS: Tua Tagovaiola (QB)
• DOLPHINS: Raheem Mostert (QB)
• DOLPHINS: Jordan Poyer (SS)
• DOLPHINS: Jaylen Waddle (WR)
• EAGLES: Jalen Carter (RE)
• EAGLES: Lane Johnson (RT)
• EAGLES: DeVonta Smith (WR)
• FALCONS: Matthew Judon (LOLB)
• FALCONS: Chris Lindstorm (RG)
• FALCONS: Bijan Robinson (HB)
• FALCONS: Justin Simmons (FS)
• FALCONS: AJ Terrell Jr (CB)
• 49ERS: Brandon Aiyuk (WR)
• 49ERS: Kyle Juszczyk (FB)
• 49ERS: Brock Purdy (QB)
• 49ERS: Trent Williams (LT)
• GIANTS: Brian Burns (ROLB)
• JAGUARS: Travis Etienne Jr (HB)
• JAGUARS: Evan Engram (TE)
• JAGUARS: Foyesade Oluokun (ROLB)
• JAGUARS: Trevor Lawrence (QB)
• JAGUARS: Brandon Scherff (RG)
• JETS: Breece Hall (WR)
• JETS: Haason Reddick (DE)
• JETS: Aaron Rodgers (QB)
• JETS: Tyron Smith (LT)
• JETS: Mike Williams (WR)
• JETS: Quinnen Williams (DT)
• LIONS: Aidan Hutchinson (DE)
• LIONS: Sam LaPorta (TE)
• LIONS: Frank Ragnow (C)
• LIONS: Penei Sewell (RT)
• PACKERS: Kenny Clark (DT)
• PACKERS: Rashan Gary (LOLB)
• PACKERS: Josh Jacobs (HB)
• PANTHERS: Derrick Brown (RE)
• RAMS: Puka Nucua (WR)
• RAMS: Kyren Williams (HB)
• RAVENS: Ronnie Stanley (LT)
• RAVENS: Marlon Humphrey (CB)
• RAVENS: Justin Tucker (K)
• SAINTS: Chase Young (CB)
• SEAHAWKS: Kenneth Walker III (HB)
• STEELERS: Minkah Fitzpatrick (FS)
• TEXANS: Nico Collins (WR)
• TEXANS: Danielle Hunter (RE)
• TEXANS: CJ Stroud (QB)
• TEXANS: Laremy Tunsil (LT)
• TITANS: Jeffery Simmons (RE)
• VIKINGS: TJ Hockenson (TE)
• VIKINGS: Aaron Jones (HB)
• VIKINGS: Harrison Smith (SS)

The top five Madden 25 best teams 

These are the top five teams in Madden, beginning with last year's Super 𝓡Bowl champs…

1= Kansas City Chiefs - 92

The reigning champs quite rightly score a massive overall rating, with both Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce inducted into this year’s 99 Club. Read more about that in our Madden 25 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:best players guide. Other standouts include Chris Jones (DT, 97), Creed Humphrey (C, ꦑ92) and Joe Thuney (LG, 91).

1= San Francisco 49ers - 92

With Madden 25 cover star Christian McCaffrey earning a 99 OVR, the 49ers are a force in this year’s game. Team-mate Trent Williams joins him in earning the maximum possible rating. Five other players earn 90+ numbers, including tight en༺d George Kittle and wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk.

3 Baltimore Ravens - 91

Good luck going up agꩵainst John Harbaugh’s squad in online matches. Lamar Jackson is almost impossible to contain, with 95 speed, 95 acceleration, and a staggering 98 OVR. Plus he has 94-rated Derrick Henry to hand off to. Then there’s Roquan Smith (MLB, 95) marshalling the troops on the other side of the ball…

4 Miami Dolphins - 89

Florida’s offensive juggernauts are primed for another high-scoring year, both in real life and Madden. Tyreek Hill is a 99 Club inclusion, while a bunch of Miami players sit within the 80-89 bracket. Tau, Mostert, Waddle, Achane: you'll be busting out all the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 celebrations with these dudes.

5 Dallas Cowboys / Detroit Lions 88

The Cowboys may be perennial NFL underachievers, but EA still reckons♓ they have a strong shot at play-off glory, sharing an overall score of 88 with the Lions. Shutdown corner Micah Parsons is their standout, with an overall of 98.

Complete Madden 25 team ratings list

These are the ♛full Madden 25 team rankings, correct as of the game’s launch date of F🌳riday, August 16.

• 1= Kansas City Chiefs - 92
• 1= San Francisco 49ers - 92
• 3 Baltimore Ravens - 91
• 4 Miami Dolphins - 89
• 5= Dallas Cowboys - 88
• 5= Detroit Lions - 88
• 7= Cleveland Browns - 87
• 7= Cincinnati Bengals - 87
• 7= Philadelphia Eagles - 87
• 10= Houston Texans - 86
• 10= New York Jets - 86
• 12= Buffalo Bills - 85
• 12= Pittsburgh Steelers - 85
• 14= Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 84
• 14= Atlanta Falcons - 84
• 16 New Orleans Saints - 83
• 17 Minnesota Vikings - 83
• 18= Los Angeles Rams - 82
• 18= Jacksonville Jaguars - 82
• 18= Indianapolis Colts - 82
• 18= Los Angeles Chargers - 82
• 22= Chicago Bears - 81
• 22= Las Vegas Raiders - 81
• 22= Green Bay Packers - 81
• 25= Tennessee Titans - 80
• 25= Seattle Seahawks - 80
• 25= New England Patriots - 80
• 28= Denver Broncos - 79
• 28= Carolina Panthers - 79
• 30 Washington Commanders - 78
• 31 Arizona Cardinals - 76
• 32 New York Giants - 75

How to do Madden 25 celebrations

Madden 25 celebrations are a little simpler than 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:College Football 25 celebrations. Whereas that game has sp💦ecific options after first downs, touchdowns and interceptions, Madden keeps things simpler. After any big play you’ll see an onscreen prompt with four options, such as flex, dance, swagger, or – if you’re controllin🌃g one of the players below – a more personal choice. Press up, down, left or right on the right stick to unleash the corresponding move. 

Madden 25 signature celebrations list

Below is the Madden 25 signature celebrations list, in alphabetical order according to a player’s first name. If you’re more interested in how they play than what they can do after a touchdown, check out GR’s 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best players guide.

• Aaron Rodgers – Championship Belt 
• Aldon Smith – Sack Swagger Dance
• Alfred Morris – Home Run Swing 
• Antonio Brown – Bennie Biggle Wiggle 
• Antonio Smith – Sword Fight 
• Arian Foster – Disciplined Bow 
• Cam Newton – Flip the Ball to Fans 
• Cameron Wake – Super Flex 
• Colin Kaepernick – Bicep Kiss 
• Clay Matthews – Dirty Dancing 
• Clay Matthews – Predator  
• Deion Sanders – Primetime Dance 
• Dez Bryant – X Arms 
• Gerald McCoy – Wave to the Fans
•  J.J. Watt – Mock Clay Matthews Predator
•  J.J. Watt – Finger Wag  
• John Abraham – Got my Eyes on You 
• Maurice Jones Drew – Touchdown Dance 
• Marshawn Lynch – Skittles Rain Dance
• Michael Crabtree – Crabshake 
• Patrick Willis – Flex Muscles 
• Ray Rice – Flex his Bicep 
• Robert Griffin III – Kneel and Point to the Sky 
• Shaun Phillips – Bowling a Strike 
• Stevan Ridley – Kick in the Door 
• Victor Cruz – Full Salsa Dance 
• Von Miller – Sack Swagger Dance

Madden 25 common celebrations

Your next A-to-Z list covers a✤ll Madden 25 common celebrations. There’s more of a lottery involved when getting one of these to trigger, but they’re all there for you to find if you play for long enough. If you only want to handle elite rosters, check out our Madden 25 best teams list, which is coming soon.

• The Dougie 
• Air Guitar 
• Beating his Chest 
• Beating his Chest v2 
• Big Man High Steps 
• Big Man Poses 
• Can’t See Me 
• Cat Daddy 
• Heart, Kiss, Sky 
• Dunk over the Crossbar 
• Windmill Dunk over the Crossbar 
• Layup over the Crossbar 
• Dance and Spike the ball 
• Brush Dirt off the Shoulders 
• Fake Toss the ball to Fans 
• Feed Me 
• Gangnam Style 
• Teammates pat the Players Helmet 
• Hush Finger to fans 
• Jump up and Flex
•  Jump up after a Tackle 
• Kick ‘em off the Field 
• Kiss to the Sky 
• Place the Ball and Crossed Arms Pose 
• Place the Ball and Flex Pose 
• Point to the Fans 
• Pray and Point to the Sky 
• Punch and Flex 
• The Robot 
• Power Spike the Ball 
• Spin the Football on the nose 
• Three various Swagger Dances 
• Through the Legs Jumpshot… Nothing but net

How to showboat in Madden 25

Showboating isn’t a new feature, but it’s another way of demonstrating player personality – albeit a much more risky one. You can use this feature to taunt opponents when the ball is still live, such as waving it in the air while headed to the end z♋one. But it’s risky, as it slows your player down – and you’ll feel like a plank if it enables a defender to bring the ball carrier down. Your call, though. 

To showboat, hold LT (Xbox) or 🦋L2 (PlayStation) then press A or X, depending on your console. In the market for more NFL help?💃 Check out GR’s Madden 25 tips, Madden 25 rookie ratings and Madden 25 X-Factors guides, all of which will appear here shortly.

Part of the problem is a newly reincarnated sibling. After more than a decade away, the NCAA franchise returned in July – and as I noted in our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:College Football 25 review, that game is packed with joy. From outrageous playbooks, to wild shootouts, to marching bands and dancing mascots, to 🌠a recruiting model in dynasty mode that is nigh-on impossible to pull yourself away from. It's everything a Gridiron sim should be. Madden 25 actually p🌠lays a more accomplished game of football, in certain regards, such as O-line blocking. Yet the overall feeling is one of sterility.

Serious talk

Perhaps this is a reflectiꦉon on theౠ current state of the real NFL. Madden is hugely functional, but it isn't always fun. Touchdowns, field goals, interceptions: all the key elements of football are present and correct, but they seldom have you leaping around the room with joy, despite the addition of player-specific celebrations, and entire defensive units coming together to whoop over a pick six. These moments are just… there. And as these are the sport's pinnacle highs, it means all the other tweaks made this year don't do quite enough.

There are myriad tweaks, and many of them succeed. Attempts have been made to bolster the engine, which received justified stick during our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 review. Boom Tech is a daft name for the new tackling mechanic, but it does make one-to-one takedowns feel less scripted, with a greater sense of physics to each outcome. Momentum, timing, and size all matter – get Derrick Henry up🤡 against a safety and even a clean grasp is unlikely to stop him falling forward two yards. Similarly, new catching animations show up e💎arly and often, aiding you with sideline throws (about time!) and deep shots to the far pylon. Nice.

Dedicated players are smartly rewarded in ways that casuals likely won't notice. You might not care for new pre-snap pass-blocking assignments, such as Half-Slide Right or Left, but they do lead to your linemen and backs picking up blitzes more effectively. On the other side of the ball, Cover 2 and Cover 3 schemes are more reliable – in previous editions I've always had to use man defense against 3rd and long, but zones feel less terrifying this year. Also, blink-and-miss-'em animations showing players making speci🅘fic preplay adjustments are one of the series' greatest touches ever. In theory you could read individual intentions just by monitoring these animations, which is a staggering detail.

College Football 25's kicking mechanic, stopping a horizontal meter for accuracy, then a vertical one for power, is implemented here and makes field goals difficult for the first time in forever. Finally there's a sense of risk to settling for a 45-yard try on the last play of the game – providing one of the few moments when you do erupt off the sofa. EA also does its best to get around the mind-bending new rule regarding kick-offs. Onside kicks are outlawed until the fourth quarter now, so instead you have the option to kick deep for a touchback, place the ball to trigger a return, or squib. It's a passable selection, but the r🌄eal NFL has done its development studio no favors in removing one of the sport's most exciting plays.

Inevitably, the place EA most wants you to experience all this is within Ultimate Team. While its pack-pushing heaviness warrants the same criticism as always, t▨here's much to like. Indeed, its best bit – taking on challenges to earn stars and build towards rewards – often keeps you immersed for longer than actual matches do, especially with new Epic Challenges to contend with. (Such as overturning a 17-point second-quarter defici𝕴t on hard difficulty.) Pack openings are swish, the team-building UI looks neater, and the promise of 6-on-6 mini-matches should add a new dimension. Still, if you've always despised the concept, it's not going to win you over.

Ultimate alternatives

Mercifully, there are other options in play, such as Superstar mode. There's a real sense of satisfaction to performing well at the mini-game-packed scouting combine, and having Roger Goddell announce your name in the draft. My boy, Ben Green, went in the second round to the Titans, and I did feel legitimately excited to get a personal welcome from Brian Callahan. Performance-driven quests to unlock abilities and gear stretch the focus beyond gaining yards and scoring touchdowns, to the point that just an accurate blocking assignment sometimes sparks൲ an endorphin rush. See, Madden 25 does conjure some real highs. Just not always in conventional places.

That's certainly true of franchise mode. Insurmountable during the series' PS2 years, it's mostly forgettable now. In part, again, because of the new kid on the block. There's no way Madden could compete with College Football 25's electric recruiting model because it's ♚not how the system works in the NFL. A new 'draft night' experience, once more starring Goddell and with the main board updating in real time, is very cool – but naturally only occurs once per season. The other way of building your roster, via free agency, just feels drab. Work out player demands, cycle through the necessary menus and panels, move on to the next guy if you miss out… there should be a real buzz to this. Alas, it isn't there.

It's a curious time for this once sublime series. Fan feedback is being acted on. With commentary duo Brandon Gaudin and Charlies Davis getting stale, EA adds not one but two crews. Mike Tirico and Greg Olsen are likably chill, Kate Scott and Brock Hu🌄ard a touch more intense. Good moves. Stats screens during Franchise and Superstar are smartly detailed, and hearing classic tracks from Madden games of yesteryear echoing around stadiums is clever. Again, good moves – and Madden 25 is a good game. But it isn't a great one. And with a more fun football experience now housed in the same building, it's tough to see how that changes anytime soon.

Madden 25 was reviewed on PS5, with code provided by the publisher.

Madden 25 99 Club members

Five play෴ers made the Madden 25 99 Club at launch, and they’re all huge names with a Hall of Fame future. Cover athlete Christian McCaffrey is the first name on the list, alongside elite Chiefs duo Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce. Their former Kansas City team-mate Tyreek Hill joins them after another monster year in Miami, with 49ers tackle T🌠rent Williams rounding out the awesome five-some.

The Top 50 Madden 25 player ratings

The Madden 25 best players list is as follows – and correct as of Friday, August 9. Prefer your football varsity flavoured? Then instead check out our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:College Football 25 tips and 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:College Football 25 best teams guides.

• 1 Christian McCaffrey (HB, San Francisco) - 99
• 2 Patrick Mahomes (QB, Kansas City) - 99
• 3 Travis Kelce (TE, Kansas City) - 99
• 4 Trent Williams (LT, San Francisco) - 99
• 5 Tyreek Hill (WR, Miami) - 99
• 6 Justin Jefferson (WR, Minnesota) - 98
• 7 Lamar Jackson (QB, Baltimore) - 98
• 8 Micah Parsons (RE, Dallas) - 98
• 9 Myles Garrett (RE, Cleveland) - 98
• 10 Chris Jones (DT, Kansas City) - 97
• 11 Fred Warner (MLB, San Francisco) - 97
• 12 George Kittle (TE, San Francisco) - 97
• 13 Jessie Bates III (FS, Atlanta) - 97
• 14 Maxx Crosby (LE, Las Vegas) - 97
• 15 Sauce Gardner (CB, New York Jets) - 97
• 16 TJ Watt (LOLB, Pittsburgh) - 97
• 17 Zack Martin (RB, Dallas) - 97
• 18 CeeDee Lamb (WR, Dallas) - 96
• 19 Jalen Ramsey (CB, Miami) - 96
• 20 Nick Bosa (LE, San Francisco) - 96
• 21 Nick Chubb (HB, Cleveland) - 96
• 22 Penei Sewell (RB, Detroit) - 96
• 23 AJ Brown (WR, Philadelphia) - 95
• 24 Amon-Ra St Brown (WE, Detroit) - 95
• 25 Dexter Lawrence II (DT, New York Giants) - 95
• 26 Lane Johnson (RT, Philadelphia) - 95
• 27 Patrick Surtain II (CB, Denver) - 95
• 28 Roquan Smith (MLB, Baltimore) - 95
• 29 Tyron Smith (LT, New York Jets) - 95
• 30 Antoine Winfield Jr (FS, Tampa Bay) - 94
• 31 Chris Lindstrom (RB, Atlanta) - 94
• 32 Davante Adams (WR, Las Vegas) - 94
• 33 Derrick Henry (HB, Baltimore) - 94
• 34 Laremy Tunsil (LE, Houston) - 94
• 35 Mark Andrews (TE, Baltimore) - 94
• 36 Quinnen Williams (DJ, New York Jets) - 94
• 37 Tristan Wirfs (LT, Tampa Bay) - 94
• 38 Frank Ragnow (C, Detroit Lions) - 93
• 39 Ja’Marr Chase (WR, Cincinnati) - 93
• 40 Jaire Alexander (CB, Green Bay) - 93
• 41 Joe Burrow (QB, Cincinnati) - 93
• 42 Minkah Fitzpatrick (FS, Pittsburgh) - 93
• 43 Creed Humphrey (C, Kansas City) - 92
• 44 Demario Davis (MLB, New Orleans) - 92
• 45 Josh Allen (QB, Buffalo) - 92
• 46 Justin Madubuike (LE, Baltimore) - 92
• 47 L’Jarius Sneed (CB, Tennessee) - 92
• 48 Saquon Barkley (HB, Philadelphia) - 92
• 49 Stefon Diggs (WR, Houston) - 92
• 50 Terron Armstead (LT, Miami) - 92

Review

It might not be in the same league as little bro 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:College Football 25, but there are still elements to like in this year’s NFL sim. Run blocking, sideline catches, and a much-improved Ultimate Team experience are some of the plus points to be found in our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 review.

Gameplay

Tips

It mightn’t scale the same heights as its heyday, but there are plenty of welcome nuances to be found within this edition of EA’s longstanding NFL series. Get the inside scoop on Custom Stems, the switch stick, and classic tracks from yesteryear with our round up of essential 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 tips.

Best teams

EA didn’t quite get things right with the default 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best teams list. Sure, the Chiefs were up there – but they were tied for top spot with the San Francisco 49ers, who went 🌊on to muster an xxx record and missed out on the playoffs completely. Oops!

Best players

The 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best players list reads like a who’s who of contemporary greats. Five players, including Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce, kicked off the ♉season in the 99 Club, whole other stars on both real and digital turf include Lamar Jackson and Justin Jef♋ferson.

Rookie ratings

Las Vegas tight end Brock Bowers smashed records en route to one of the greatest debut seasons on record, and EA saw it coming – he was third on the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 rookie ratings list. Only Chargers tackle Joe Alt a♛nd Cardinals WR Marvin Harrison ranked higher to start the campaign.

X-Factors

Ratings are important, but 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 X-Factors and Superstars abilities make the game’s elite players feel truly unique. For instance, Lamar Jackson has 🦹Truzz, meaning he can’ܫt fumble as the result of a tackle. Hit that link to see them all in one place.

Celebrations

Incredibly, 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 celebrations are a complete new feature – never before have we been able to bust out moves made famous by specific players aft💛er a TD or interception. Colin Kaepernick’🥃s bicep kiss, Cam Newton’s ball flip and Deion Sanders’ Primetime dance are among the cool moves on show.

Best playbooks

The variety on offer here might not match that found in College Football 25, but there’s still plenty of tactical depth to be found for those who don’t just want to sling Hail Marys on every play. Whack this link for the five 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 best playbooks on offense, and two great defensive ones, too.

Sliders

澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 25 sliders are one of the most underrated mechanics to be found in the game. By changing parameters such as penalties, QB accuracy and pass coverage, you can make the experience more authentic – or difficult. Our set, found at that link,🦩 aims to do a bit of both.

The Madden 24 X-Factors player list

Below are all the players with an X-Factor in Madden 24. Most of these players also feature prominently on the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 overall ratings list. It's an especially big year for Josh Allen, having also won the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 cover vote.

• BENGALS: Joe Burrow (QB) – Run & Gun
• BENGALS: Ja’Marr Chase (WR)  – Double Me
• BILLS: Josh Allen (QB) – Bazooka
• BILLS: Stefon Diggs (WR) – Rac ‘Em Up
• BILLS: Von Miller (RE) – Fearmonger
• BILLS: Tre’Davious White (CB) – Shutdown
• BRONCOS: Patrick Surtain II (CB) – Shutdown
• BROWNS: Nick Chubb (RB) – Wrecking Ball
• BROWNS: Myles Garrett (RE) – Unstoppable Force
• BUCCANEERS: Mike Evans (WR) – Double Me
• BUCCANEERS: Lavonte David (MLB) – Run Stuffer
• CHARGERS: Austin Ekeler (HB) – Wrecking Ball
• CHARGERS: Keenan Allen (WR) – Max Security
• CHARGERS: Joey Bosa (LOLB) – Unstoppable Force
• CHARGERS: Derwin James Jr (SS) – Reinforcement
• CHIEFS: Patrick Mahomes (QB) – Bazooka
• CHIEFS: Travis Kelce (TE) – Double Me
• CHIEFS: Chris Jones (DT) – Momentum Shift
• COLTS: DeForest Buckner (DT) – Unstoppable Force
• COMMANDERS: Terry McLaurin (WR) – Ankle Breaker
• COMMANDERS: Jonathan Allen (DT) – Momentum Shift
• COWBOYS: Micah Parsons (RE) – Unstoppable Force
• DOLPHINS: Tyreek Hill (WR) – Rac ‘Em Up
• DOLPHINS: Janel Ramsey (CB) – Bottleneck
• EAGLES: Jalen Hurts (QB) – Run & Gun
• EAGLES: AJ Brown (WR) – Max Security
• EAGLES: Darius Slay Jr (CB) – Shutdown
• 49ERS: Christian McCaffrey (HB) – Ankle Breaker
• 49ERS: George Kittle (TE) – Yac ‘Em Up
• 49ERS: Fred Warner (MLB) – Zone Hawk
• 49ERS: Nick Bosa (RE) – Relentless
• 49ERS: Deebo Samuel (WR) – Yac 'Em Up
• GIANTS: Saquon Barkley (HB) – First One Free
• GIANTS: Dexter Lawrence (DT) – Blitz
• PACKERS: Jaire Alexander (CB) – Shutdown
• RAIDERS: Josh Jacobs (HB) – Wrecking Ball
• RAIDERS: DaVante Adams (WR) – Double Me
• RAIDERS: Maxx Crosby (LOLB) – Relentless
• RAMS: Aaron Donald (RE) – Blitz
• RAMS: Cooper Kupp (WR) – Rac ‘Em Up
• RAVENS: Lamar Jackson (QB) – Truzz
• RAVENS: Mark Andrews (TE) – Rac ‘Em Up
• RAVENS: Roquan Smith (MLB) – Reinforcement
• SAINTS: Demario Davis (MLB) – Reinforcement
• SEAHAWKS: DK Metcalf (WR) – Double Me
• STEELERS: TJ Watt (LOLB) – Unstoppable Force
• STEELERS: Cameron Heyward (RE) – Fearmonger
• TITANS: Derrick Henry (HB) – Freight Train
• VIKINGS: Justin Jefferson (WR) – Double Me

The full Madden 24 X-Factors list

These are the Madden 24 X-Factors assigned to the above players. Sadly, you won't find any of these assigned to those on the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 rookie ratings list just yet. 

• Ankle Breaker: High fakeout rate on skill moves following the catch
• Avalanche: Downhill hit-sticks force fumbles
• Bazooka: Max throwing distance increased
• Blitz: On-field blockers have their resistance bars wiped
• Blitz Radar: Highlights extra blitzes
• Bottleneck: Dominantly win man press attempts
• Dots: Grants perfect passing on any throw
• Double Me: Wins aggressive catches vs single coverage
• Escape Artist: Improved scrambling speed when leaving the pocket
• Fearmonger: Chance to pressure the QB while engaged with a blocker
• First One Free: High fakeout rate on next juke, spin, or hurdle
• Freight Train: Increased chance to break the next tackle attempt
• Max Security: High success rate on possession catches
• Momentum Shift: On field opponents have their zone progress wiped
• Pro Reads: Highlights the first open target and ignores pressure
• Rac ‘Em Up: Wins RAC catches
• Relentless: Rush moves no longer cost points
• Reinforcement: Higher chance to defeat run blocks and disrupt catches
• Run & Gun: Player has perfect accuracy when entering the zone
• Run Stuffer: Block shedding is more effective vs run plays
• Satellite: Wins RAC possession catches vs single coverage
• Shutdown: Tighter coverage & more interceptions on contested catches
• Unstoppable Force: Pass rush wins lead to quicker block shedding
• Truzz: Can’t fumble as a result of a tackle
• Wrecking Ball: High success rate on trucks and stiff arms
• Yac ‘Em Up: Increased chance to break the first post-catch tackle
• Zone Hawk: More interceptions in zone coverage

All Madden 24 Superstars

Superstars don’t have X-Factor abilities, but are still blessed with skills that outperform their stats. These are all the ones found in Madden 24 at launch. Still need help choosing who to control? Then take a peek at the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 best teams list.

• BEARS: DJ Moore (WR)
• BENGALS: Tee Higgins (WR)
• BILLS: Micah Hyde (FS)
• BILLS: Jordan Poyer (SS)
• BRONCOS: Justin Simmons (FS)
• BROWNS: Amari Cooper (WR)
• BROWNS: Wyatt Teller (RG)
• BROWNS: Za'Darius Smith (LE)
• BUCCANEERS: Tristan Wirfs (RT)
• BUCCANEERS: Ryan Jensen (C)
• BUCCANEERS: Vita Vea (DT)
• BUCCANEERS: Shaquil Barrett (LOLB)
• BUCCANEERS: Chris Godwin (WR)
• CARDINALS: Budda Baker (SS)
• CHARGERS: Justin Herbert (QB)
• CHARGERS: Mike Williams (WR)
• CHARGERS: Khalil Mack (ROLB)
• COLTS: Jonathan Taylor (HB)
• COLTS: Quenton Nelson (LG)
• COMMANDERS: Chase Young (LE)
• COWBOYS: Dak Prescott (QB)
• COWBOYS: CeeDee Lamb (WR)
• COWBOYS: Tyron Smith (LT)
• COWBOYS: Zack Martin (RG)
• COWBOYS: Trevon Diggs (CB)
• COWBOYS: Stephon Gilmore (CB)
• DOLPHINS: Terron Armstead (LT)
• DOLPHINS: Jaylen Waddle (WR)
• EAGLES: Dallas Goedert (TE)
• EAGLES: Jason Kelce (C)
• EAGLES: Lane Johnson (RT)
• EAGLES: Fletcher Cox (DT)
• EAGLES: Haason Reddick (LOLB)
• FALCONS: Kyle Pitts (TE)
• FALCONS: Calais Campbell (RE)
• FALCONS: AJ Terrell Jr (CB)
• FALCONS: Jessie Bates III (FS)
• FALCONS: Younghoe Koo (K)
• 49ERS: Trent Williams (LT)
• JAGUARS: Trevor Lawrence (QB)
• JAGUARS: Brandon Scherff (RG)
• JETS: Aaron Rodgers (QB)
• JETS: Mekhi Becton Sr (RT)
• JETS: Quinnen Williams (DT)
• JETS: Sauce Gardner (CB)
• LIONS: Amon-Ra St Brown (WR)
• PACKERS: Aaron Jones (HB)
• PACKERS: David Bakhtiari (LT)
• PACKERS: Kenny Clark (DT)
• PACKERS: Rashan Gary (LOLB)
• PANTHERS: Brian Burns (DE)
• PATRIOTS: Matthew Judon (LOLB)
• RAIDERS: Daniel Carlson (K)
• RAIDERS: Chandler Jones (ROLB)
• RAVENS: Ronnie Stanley (LT)
• RAVENS: Marlon Humphrey (CB)
• RAVENS: Justin Tucker (K)
• SAINTS: Alvin Kamara (HB)
• SAINTS: Cameron Jordan (LE)
• SAINTS: Marshon Lattimore (CB)
• STEELERS: Minkah Fitzpatrick (FS)
• STEELERS: Diontae Johnson (WR)
• TITANS: Kevin Byard (FS)
• TITANS: Jeffery Simmons (RE)
• VIKINGS: Harrison Smith (SS)
• VIKINGS: Danielle Hunter (LOLB)

1 Kansas City Chiefs - 92

The Bills entered last season as 💙many experts’ pick to claim the AFC Championship. Pat Mahomes (QB, 99) and Travis Kelce (TE, 99) had something to say about that – outlasting their rivals in blue to claim a second Lombardi trophy in four years. Mahomes is almost impossible to defend both in the air and on foot, while main runner Isiah Pacheco (HB, 80) has developed into one of the league’s most elusive running backs. You’ll face constant headaches against the Chiefs online – so may have to adopt the ‘can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em’ approach.

2 Philadelphia Eagles - 91

There’s plenty to get pumped for in Philly, despite falling short in February’s Super Bowl. Like Mahomes, Jalen Hurts’ (QB, 88) dual-threat abilities make him a thrill to handle in Madden 24. AJ Brown (WR, 91) brings a big body and safe hands, D♍eVonta Smith (WR, 87) adds masses of after-the-catch ability, and trading for D’Andre Swift (HB, 81) gives the Eagles two very different, yet potentially deadly, threats behind the line of scrimmage. Nick Sirianni’s innovative playbook o🍎ffers myriad variety, too. These guys could easily have been number one – and there’s a chance they finish the season that way.

3 Buffalo Bills - 90

In third place we find the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 cover vote winner. Bills quarterback Josh Allen (QB, 94) scored that honor this year, ensuring he’s a deadly threat both online and off. Stefon Diggs (WR, 96) and Gabe Davis (WR, 83) help Allen out with super glue hands, while new signing Damien Harris (HB, 79) adds a powerful alternative to key rusher James Cook (HB, 75). Von Miller (RE, 94), Ed Oliver (DT, 81), Jordan Poyer (SS, 90) and Micah ꩲHyde (FS, 89) should make plenty of big plays on D, too.

4 Cincinnati Bengals - 89

Cinci has proven iꦡtself as a play-off heavyweight over the past two seasoওns, and the 2023-24 campaign may well see them go deep into January yet again. That’s reflected in high individual ratings for the likes of Joe Burrow (QB, 95), Ja’Marr Chase (WR, 94), and Joe Mixon (HB, 87). While those guys make for a dangerous offense, there are playmakers on D too – such as DJ Reader (DT, 87) and fellow lineman Trey Hendrickson (RE, 87).

5 Dallas Cowboys - 88

The Cowboys are widely seen as the NFL’s Marmite team - you either love them, or love to hate them. A top five placing this year is likely to increase that divid𓃲e on social media. Right guard and 99 Club member Zack Martin is the standout player on the roster, rivalled only by Micah Parsons ♑(RE, 97). QB Dak Prescott starts the campaign with an 87 OVR, although back-up Cooper Rush can consider himself harshly treated. In 2022 he became the first ever Cowboys signal-caller to win his first five starts. His reward from EA? An overall rating of 65. Ouch.

The two Madden 23 worst teams

31 Los Angeles Rams - 73

Well, this is quite the fall from grace. The Rams kicked off the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 23 best teams list in 3rd place, only outdone by Tampa Bay and Buffalo. Ahead of Madden 24, they’re relegated all the way down to 31st. Oof. There are some signs of hope, such as sack machine Aaron Donald (RE, 99) – who tops the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 overall ratings – and ball magnet Cooper Kupp (WR, 96), but you’re going to struggle against the teams featured above if you go to war in yellow and blue. It’s especially tough news for Matthew Stafford, with the veteran QB starting this season on a l𒅌owly♍ OVR of 75. 

32 Arizona Cardinals - 72

If there’s a glimmer of cheer for Rams fans, it’s that they’re not the worst team in the NFC West, according to EA’s data digitisers. That 'honor' belongs to the Cards. Budda Baker (SS, 90) is the team’s top-scoring player, but they only have four others rated 80 or above: Marquise Brown (WR, 84), Zach Ertz (TE, 83), Isaiah Simmons (SS, 81) and Rondale Moore (WR, 80). There is a shred of positivity on the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 rookie ratings list: a 77 OVR fꦡor new offensive l꧂ineman Paris Johnson Jr.

Madden 24 complete team ratings list

• 1 Kansas City Chiefs 92
• 2 Philadelphia Eagles 91
• 3 Buffalo Bills 90
• 4 Cincinnati Bengals 89
• 5 Dallas Cowboys 88
• 6= Baltimore Ravens 87
• 6= Cleveland Browns 87
• 8= San Francisco 49ers 86
• 8= Miami Dolphins 86
• 10= Los Angeles Chargers 85
• 10= Minnesota Vikings 85
• 12= New York Jets 84
• 12= Jacksonville Jaguars 84
• 14= Detroit Lions 83
• 14= Seattle Seahawks 83
• 16= New Orleans Saints 82
• 16= New England Patriots 82
• 16= New York Giants 82
• 19= Tampa Bay Buccaneers 81
• 19= Atlanta Falcons 81
• 19= Pittsburgh Steelers 81
• 22= Denver Broncos 80
• 22= Washington Commanders 80
• 22= Carolina Panthers 80
• 25= Las Vegas Raiders 79
• 25= Green Bay Packers 79
• 27 Houston Texans 78
• 28 Indianapolis Colts 77
• 29 Chicago Bears 76
• 30 Tennessee Titans 74
• 31 Los Angeles Rams 73
• 32 Arizona Cardinals 72

The best five Madden 24 offensive playbooks

Whether you want to slam the ball up the gut or throw for the end zone on every play, there’s a playbook to cater for y𒈔our favored approacꩵh here.

Cincinnati Bengals

In-game label: CIN - Z. Taylor
Best for: From-the-hip gunslingers

Pass, pass, pass. If your Madden 24 tactic is to throw the ball to all corners – then down the middle, just for good measure – then the book of Bengals is utterly essential. Indeed, Joe Burrow slings the ball so often that it doesn’t bother with a single I-form set. Instead, every single play is run from either Singleback or Shotgun. Empty Flex Trey is especially tempting, with one tight end and four wide receivers at your disposal. It’s a playbook befitting of the fourth-placed roster on the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 best teams list.

New York Jets

In-game label: NYJ - R. Saleh
Best for: A balanced run-pass option

After 18 years in a Green Bay Packers uniform, Aaron Rodgers is a Jet. The team’s playbook has been adjusted as a result. Ther🍬e’s still a decent array of runs here, with three different I Form sﷺets. But as beholds Rodgers’ reputation, it’s well suited to the arial game too. Notably, it’s the only Madden 24 playbook with the Gun Tight Offset TE set-up, so if you’re blessed with Travis Kelce or George Kittle in Ultimate Team, this is definitely a catalog of chaos to consider strongly.

San Francisco 49ers

In-game label: SF - K. Shanahan
Best for: Ground-and-pounders

Lining Deebo Samuel up behind center has given the 49era a mysterious, and incredibly effective, wrinkle over the last couple of seasons. That sneaky strategy is reflected in Madden 24, with two formations that replace a running back with a wide receiver. They’re called Shotgun Slot WR Backfield and Shotgun Deebo Package. It’s got plenty of traditional solid running plays too, ꦯmaking this the go-to run-first offense this year.

Philadelphia Eagles

In-game label: PHI - N. Sirianni
Best for: Those who love speedy QBs

Mobile quarterbacks have been on-trend in Madden going back to the Michael Vick era, and you can expect to see plenty of Patrick Mahomes, Jalen Hurts and 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 cover vote winner Josh Allen online this year. But what if you want to deploy one of these guys? Then Philly’s playbook is the one to roll with. It features seven Pistol sets to keep defenses on the back foot. Two more things to note: 1. The Indianapolis Colts playbook is identical, meaning exciting things for 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 rookie ratings addition Anthony Richardson. 2. It’s a massive year for the Eagles when it comes to 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 X-Factors, with Hurts, AJ Brown and Darius Slay Jr all upgra🦩ded to elite status.

New England Patriots

In-game label: NE Coach
Best for: Making the defense think

Bill Belichick is the master of dinking and dunking your way upfield, and that approach is accurately recreated in the Patriots playbook – even if his real name and likeness remain AWOL. This selection is full of runs up the middle, play-action passes, and screens – enabling you to quickly whizz the ball to a receiver, then rely on his speed to pick up yards. If you’re a time-of-possession freak, or someone who prefers a🐈 low-risk approach to driving downfield, then it’s perfect.

The best two Madden 24 defensive playbooks

Madden 24 is an offense-focused game, but getting your D strategy right is critical two. Master one of these formations𓆏 to increase your sacks, picks and win percentage.

46 Defense

In-game label: 46
Best for: Every Madden player ever

Madden veterans swear by this one. It features a balanced mix of zone and man coverages, and you’ll have a great season in Madden if you spend some time learning its Nickel 3-3, Nickel 3-3 Cub, Big Nickel Over G and Dollar 3-2 sets. Blitz options are plentiful, and audible options can be a difference maker too. For instance, switching from Nickel 3𝓡-3 to Nickel 3-3 Cub at the line of scrimmage enables you to launch speedy safeties straight at the quarterback, or ball carrier.

Los Angeles Rams

In-game label: LAR - S. McVay
Best for: Flexibility and zone D

It’s not the best of years for fans of Sean McVay’s 2022 champs. Despite Aaron Donald topping the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 24 ratings, they’re the second worst team in this year’s game.🅠 Matt Stafford is hit especially hard, with an OVR of 75 to start the season. Thankfully there is a ray of hope in the form of this jack-of-all-trades playbook, which incorporates all three basic formations: 4-3, 3-4, and 4-4. That enables you to stay flexible throughout matches, and adjust due to game situations: blitzing heavily from a 4-3 when it’s close, but dropping men deep from a 3-4 if you have a significant lead. Note that this is the most zone-heavy Madden playbook, so if you like man coverage, stick to the 46 recommendation above.

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The top five best Madden 23 teams

1 Tampa Bay Buccaneers - 92

Despite being shockingly ousted from last year’s play-offs by the surging Bengals, the 2021 champs kicked off the seaso♋n as Madden 23’s best team. Their 92-rated offense boasts the evergreen Tom Brady (QB, 97) behind center, throwing to Mike Evans (WR, 92) and protected by Tristan Wirfs (RT, 91). Vita Vea (DT, 93) and Lavonte David (MLB, 92) front aꦚn 85-rated defence, with special teams their only slight weakness. The Bucs score 75 in that department.

2 Buffalo Bills - 89

The Bills have still never won a Super Bowl, but EA reckoned they were the most likely AFC contender to do so this season. Joe Burrow disagreed. In Madden, they’re magn♈ificently balanced on both sides of the ball, combining an 89-rated offense with their 88-rated D. You might assume Josh Allen (QB, 92) is their star player, but he’s actually third on the squad behind Stefon Diggs (WB, 95) and Tre’Davious White (CB, 93). Other defensive standouts alongside White include Von Miller (RE, 92), Micah Hyde (FS, 91) and Jordan Poyer (FS, 91). They score 77 on special teams.

3= Los Angeles Rams - 88

Last year's NFL champs had to make do with joint third on the Madden 23 best teams list. Individually, however, they have the talent to cause you endless headaches in online contents, with three players pushing towards perfection: Aaron Donald (RE, 99), Cooper Kupp (WR, 98), and Jalen Ramsey (CB, 98). Matthew Stafford (QB, 85) spearheads the Rams’ 85-rated offensive, while itsꦿ defense earns an overall score of 88. Special teams wise, they score 76.

3= Green Bay Packers - 88

A painful special teams ratings for the cheeseheads, with a seriously sub-par 68. But any team with Aaron Rodgers (QB. 96) is going to threaten for60 minutes, and his 86-OVR attack is bolstered by David B🐟akhtiari (LT, 94), Aaron Jones (RB, 89) and Elgton Jenkins (RT, 85). The Pack score a collective total on 87 on D, with Jaire Alexander (CB, 94) and Adrian Amos (SS, 88) making them especially tough to overcome in the secondary.

5=. Baltimore Ravens - 87 / Los Angeles Chargers - 87

It’😼s impossible to separate this pair of AFC Conference Championship contenders in the fifth and final spot. The Ravens are a model of consistency. Only Mark Andrews (TE, 93) and Justin Tucker (K, 90) boast individual OVRs in the nineties, yet collectively the team totals 84 on offense, 85 on defense and 88 for special teams. LA can’t challenge that special teams rating, with a mediocre 73, but their 88-rated offense and 86-rated D make them slightly more tempting for those who aren’t fussed about punting and kicking. Derwin James (SS, 93) is the Bolts’ best player in Madden 23.

The two worst Madden 23 teams

31. New York Giants - 75

How wrong this turned out to be. The New York Jets were the worst team in Madden 22 with a lowly overall score of 72, but ascend to the lofty heights of 24th-equal this team around. Replacing them in the basement are the blue half of NYC. Individually the Giants have myriad players rated in the 80s, such as Saquon Barkley (HB, 86), Leonard Williams (RE, 83), Adoree’ Jackson (CB, 82) and Sterling Shepard (WR, 82). However, that’s not enough to prevent them from being lumbered with scores of 82 special teams (not bad), 74 offensive (ooof) and 68 defense (look away any time tꦓhe ball gets thrown deep). 

32. Houston Texans - 74

Think the Giants sounded bad? It’s even worse𝐆 news for residents of Houston. The Texans have just three players on the entire roster rated 80 or above: Laremy Tunsil (LT, 88), Brandon Cooks (WR, 87) and Steven Nelson (CB, 80). Quarterback is an especially challenging spot, with your choice of starter reduced to Davis Mills (71), Kyle Allen (63) or Jeff Driskel (60). Across the board Lovie Smith’s men score 71 on offense, 70 for defense, and 72 on special teams.

Madden 23 complete team ratings list

• 1 Tampa Bay Buccaneers 92
• 2 Buffalo Bills 89
• 3= Los Angeles Rams 88
• 3= Green Bay Packers 88
• 5= Baltimore Ravens 87
• 5= Los Angeles Chargers 87
• 7= Dallas Cowboys 86
• 7= Kansas City Chiefs 86
• 7= San Francisco 49ers 86
• 10= Philadelphia Eagles 85
• 10= Cincinnati Bengals 85
• 12= Arizona Cardinals 84
• 12= Cleveland Browns 84
• 12= Denver Broncos 84
• 15= Las Vegas Raiders 83
• 15= Miami Dolphins 83
• 17= Tennessee Titans 82
• 17= New Orleans Saints 82
• 17= Indianapolis Colts 82
• 20= Washington Commanders 81
• 20= New England Patriots 81
• 22= Minnesota Vikings 80
• 22= Pittsburgh Steelers 80
• 24= Carolina Panthers 79
• 24= New York Jets 79
• 26= Chicago Bears 78
• 26= Detroit Lions 78
• 28= Atlanta Falcons 77
• 28= Jacksonville Jaguars 77
• 30 Seattle Seahawks 76
• 31 New York Giants 75
• 32 Houston Texans 74

The Madden 23 X-Factors player list

Below are all the players with an X-Factor in Madd🅠en 23.

• BENGALS: Joe Burrow (QB) – Run & Gun
• BILLS: Stefon Diggs (WR) – Rac ‘Em Up
• BILLS: Tre’Davious White (CB) – Shutdown
• BILLS: Von Miller (DE) – Fearmonger
• BILLS: Josh Allen (QB) – Bazooka
• BRONCOS: Russell Wilson (QB) – Blitz Radar
• BROWNS: Myles Garrett (DE) – Unstoppable Force
• BROWNS: Nick Chubb (RB) – Wrecking Ball
• BUCCANEERS: Tom Brady (QB) – Pro Reads
• BUCCANEERS: Lavonte David (MLB) – Run Stuffer
• BUCCANEERS: Mike Evans (WR) – Double Me
• CHARGERS: Khalil Mack (OLB) – Unstoppable Force
• CHARGERS: Keenan Allen (WR) – Max Security
• CHARGERS: Joey Bosa (OLB) – Unstoppable Force
• CHARGERS: Derwin James Jr (SS) – Reinforcement
• CHARGERS: Khalil Mack (OLB) – Unstoppable Force
• CHIEFS: Patrick Mahomes (QB) – Bazooka
• CHIEFS: Travis Kelce TE) – Double Me
• CHIEFS: Chris Jones (DT) – Momentum Shift
• COLTS: Darius Leonard (OLB) – Shutdown
• COLTS: DeForest Buckner (DT) – Unstoppable Force
• COLTS: Jonathan Taylor (HB) – Freight Train
• COMMANDERS: Terry McLaurin (WR) – Ankle Breaker
• COMMANDERS: Jonathan Allen (DT) – Momentum Shift
• COWBOYS: Dak Prescott (QB) – Blitz Radar
• COWBOYS: Micah Parsons (OLB) – Unstoppable Force
• DOLPHINS: Tyreek Hill (WR) – Rac ‘Em Up
• 49ERS: George Kittle (TE) – Yac ‘Em Up
• 49ERS: Fred Warner (MLB) – Zone Hawk
• 49ERS: Nick Bosa (DE) – Relentless
• 49ERS: Deebo Samuel (WR) – Yac 'Em Up
• PACKERS: Aaron Rodgers (QB) – Dots
• PACKERS: Jaire Alexander (CB) – Shutdown
• PANTHERS: Christian McCaffrey (HB) – Ankle Breaker
• RAIDERS: DaVante Adams (WR) – Double Me
• RAIDERS: Chandler Jones (OLB) – Fearmonger
• RAIDERS: Darren Waller (TE) – Yac ‘Em Up
• RAMS: Janel Ramsey (CB) – Bottleneck
• RAMS: Aaron Donald (DE) – Blitz
• RAMS: Bobby Wagner (MLB) - Avalanche
• RAMS: Cooper Kupp (WR) – Rac ‘Em Up
• RAVENS: Lamar Jackson (QB) – Truzz
• SAINTS: Tyrann Mathieu (SS) – Reinforcement
• SAINTS: Alvin Kamara (HB) – Satellite
• SAINTS: Cameron Jordan (DE) – Unstoppable Force
• SEAHAWKS: DK Metcalf (WR) – Double Me
• STEELERS: TJ Watt (OLB) – Unstoppable Force
• STEELERS: Cameron Heyward (DE) – Fearmonger
• TITANS: Derrick Henry (HB) – Freight Train
• VIKINGS: Dalvin Cook (HB) – First One Free
• VIKINGS: Justin Jefferson (WR) – Double Me

The full Madden 23 X-Factors list

These are the M😼adden 23 X-Factor🎶s assigned to the above players.

• Ankle Breaker: High takeout rate on skill moves following the catch
• Avalanche: Downhill hit-sticks force fumbles
• Bazooka: Max throwing distance increased
• Blitz: On-field blockers have their resistance bars wiped
• Blitz Radar: Highlights extra blitzes
• Bottleneck: Dominantly win man press attempts
• Dots: Grants perfect passing on any throw
• Double Me: Wins aggressive catches vs single coverage
• Escape Artist: Improved scrambling speed when leaving the pocket
• Fearmonger: Chance to pressure the QB while engaged with a blocker
• Freight Train: Increased chance to break the next tackle attempt
• Pro Reads: Highlights the first open target and ignores pressure
• Freight Train: Increased chance to break the next tackle attempt
• Max Security: High success rate on possession catches
• Momentum Shift: On field opponents have their zone progress wiped
• Rac ‘Em Up: Wins RAC catches vs single coverage
• Relentless: Rush moves no longer cost points
• Reinforcement: Higher chance to defeat run blocks and disrupt catches
• Run & Gun: Player has perfect accuracy when entering the zone
• Run Stuffer: Block shedding is more effective vs run plays:
• Satellite: Wins RAC possession catches vs single coverage
• Shutdown: Tighter coverage & more interceptions on contested catches
• Unstoppable Force: Pass rush wins leaf to quicker block shedding
• Truzz: Can’t fumble as a result of a tackle
• Wrecking Ball: High success rate in trucks and stiff arms
• Yac ‘Em Up: Increased chance to break the first post-catch tackle
• Zone Hawk: More interceptions in zone coverage

All Madden 23 Superstars

Superstars don’t have X-Factor a🍰bilities, but are still blessed with skills that outperform their stats. These are all the ones found in Madden 23 at launch.

• BENGALS: Jessie Bates III (FS)
• BENGALS: Joe Mixon (HB)
• BENGALS: Ja’Marr Chase (WR)
• BILLS: Micah Hyde (FS)
• BILLS: Jordan Poyer (SS)
• BROWNS: Amari Cooper (WR)
• BROWNS: Wyatt Teller (RG)
• BUCCANEERS: Tristan Wirfs (RT)
• BUCCANEERS: Ryan Jensen (C)
• BUCCANEERS: Vita Vea (DT)
• BUCCANEERS: Shaquil Barrett (OLB)
• BUCCANEERS: Chris Godwin (WR)
• CARDINALS: JJ Watt (DE)
• CARDINALS: Budda Baker (SS)
• CARDINALS: Rodney Hudson (C)
• CARDINALS: Kyler Murray (QB)
• CHARGERS: JC Jackson (CB)
• CHARGERS: Austin Ekeler (HB)
• CHARGERS: Mike Williams (WR)
• CHARGERS: Justin Herbert (QB)
• COLTS: Quenton Nelson (LG)
• COLTS: Stephon Gilmore (CB)
• COMMANDERS: Chase Young (DE)
• COWBOYS: Zack Martin (RGH)
• COWBOYS: Tyron Smith (LT)
• COWBOYS: Ezekiel Elliott (HB)
• COWBOYS: Trevon Diggs (CB)
• COWBOYS: CeeDee Lamb (WR)
• DOLPHINS: Terron Armstead (LT)
• DOLPHINS: Xavien Howard (CB)
• EAGLES: Fletcher Cox (DT)
• EAGLES: Jason Kelce (C)
• EAGLES: Lane Johnson (RT)
• EAGLES: Darius Slay Jr (CB)
• FALCONS: Kyle Pitts (TE)
• FALCONS Cordarelle Patterson (HB)
• 49ERS: Trent Williams (LT)
• 49ERS: Deebo Samuel (WR)
• JAGUARS: Brandon Scherff (RG)
• JETS: Mekhi Becton (RT)
• PACKERS: David Bakhtiari (LT)
• PACKERS: Kenny Clark (DT)
• PANTHERS: Brian Burns (DE)
• PANTHERS: DJ Moore (WR)
• PATRIOTS: Devin McCourty (FS)
• PATRIOTS: Matthew Judon (OLB)
• RAMS: Matthew Stafford (QB)
• RAVENS: Ronnie Stanley (LT)
• RAVENS: Marlon Humphrey (CB)
• RAVENS: Calais Campbell (DE)
• RAVENS: Mark Andrews (TE)
• SAINTS: Michael Thomas (WR)
• SAINTS: DeMario Davis (MLB)
• SAINTS: Ryan Ramczyk (RT)
• SAINTS: Marshon Lattimore (CB)
• SEAHAWKS: Jamal Adams (SS)
• STEELERS: Minkah Fitzpatrick (FS)
• STEELERS: Myles Jack (MLB)
• STEELERS: Diontae Johnson (WR)
• TITANS: Kevin Byard (FS)
• TITANS: Jeffery Simmons (DE)
• VIKINGS: Harrison Smith (SS)
• VIKINGS: Eric Kendricks (MLB)
• VIKINGS: Za’Darius Smith (OLB)
• VIKINGS: Adam Thielen (WR)
• VIKINGS: Danielle Hunter (OLB)

In a frank published today, the team acknowledged that players who logged into the game frཧom Wednesday, December 28 to Thursday, December 29, were given an "unavailable" error and may have had their files "corrupted".

Whilst players who didn't log in during this time are not impacted by the issue, the blog adds that up to 60 per cent of players who did log in during that period may🥂 now find that EA cannot recover their leagues at all. 

"First off, we are sorry that this happened," the t𒊎eam wrote. "We know how important your franchises are to you, and we are actively working on a fix to restore some files via a backup as soon as possible. 

"However, not all affected leagues can be restored. The team is currently projecting around 40 per cent of leagues to be reꦑcovered."

The blog post concludes by saying that more information will be available next week with an "updated timeline" that will communicate "the potential restoration of save files from a backup". In the meantime, players that did log in and have lost data are "encourage[d] to sta꧑rt a new franchise as the mode is up and running".

澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:GamesRadar+'s Madden 23 review awarded the sports game three out of five stars, calling the series "stuck, and in dire need of revi🏅siti🦄ng its origins".

"꧅No matter what the package says, this series is stuck, and in dire need of 🗹revisiting the reasons for its origins," we wrote at the time. 

"If the death of its cover star can’t ignite that spark, if two console generation change overs can’t, nothing likely will in the near term. This isn’t fun to write year after year either. Consider the pandemic, the rush to pay homage to John Madden, all while trying to revitalize the 🍌pass/run systems; empathy for the developers runs high. B▨ut it’s the same game. It really seems that way."

Here are all the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:new games of 2023 (and beyond).

Travon Walker (LOLB, Jacksonville Jaguars)

The first overall pick gets a modest initial rating of 76, although Jacksonville fans are granted signs of encouragement. Walker boasts 88 Speed, 92 Acceleration, 88 Strength and 82 Ability: building blocks for a bright Madden future. Wondering how you can deploy him best? Then switch over to our 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 23 tips rundown. 

Aidan Hutchinson (LOLB, Detroit Lions)

The Lions’ new ‘backer scores a strong 77 – although it🅠’s not quite a best-in-class OVR. That honor is shared by Sauce Gardner (New York Jets), Jameson Williams (Detroit) and Jordan Davis (Philadelphia). They al💟l boast a 78 rating, and will hope to the 80 via mid-season updates.

Kyle Hamilton (SS, Baltimore Ravens)

Safety is a key position in the Ravens’ ball-hawking defense, and 76-rated Hamilton looks poised to 🥃fit right in. 88 Speed and 86 Acceleration are going to be handy tools in motoring arouꩵnd the backfield, while 90 Jumping and 83 Hit Power should produce turnovers.

Treylon Burks (WR, Tennessee Titans)

The above three are all defenders, so how about Tennessee’s new receiver hope? Burks is already a threat over the top with 91 Acceleration and 89 Speed.🃏 His Catch rating is a middling 83, but 86 Change Of Direction ensures danger once in poss𝔍ession. Burks’ OVR is 73.

The complete NFL Draft R1 Madden 23 rookie ratings list

Below are the complete set of ratings for the 2022 draft class first round, correct as of the Madden 23 release date. Looking for veteran players instead? Then you need GR's 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 23 ratings guide.

• 1 Travon Walker (LOLB, Jacksonville Jaguars) 76
• 2 Aidan Hutchison (LOLB, Detroit Lions) 77
• 3 Derek Stingley Jr (CB, Houston Texans) 77
• 4 Sauce Gardner (CB, New York Jets) 78
• 5 Kayvon Thibodeaux (ROLB, New York Giants) 75
• 6 Ikem Ekwonu (LT, Carolina Panthers) 76
• 7 Evan Neal (RT, New York Giants) 77
• 8 Drake London (WR, Atlanta Falcons) 75
• 9 Charles Cross (LT, Seattle Seahawks) 73
• 10 Garrett Wilson (WR, New York Jets) 76
• 11 Chris Olave (WR, New Orleans Saints) 76
• 12 Jameson Williams (WR, Detroit Lions) 78
• 13 Jordan Davis (DT, Philadelphia Eagles) 78
• 14 Kyle Hamilton (SS, Baltimore Ravens) 76
• 15 Kenyon Green (LG, Houston Texans) 72
• 16 Jahan Dotson (WB, Washington Commanders) 75
• 17 Zion Johnson (RG, Los Angeles Chargers) 73
• 18 Treylon Burks (WR, Tennessee Titans) 73
• 19 Trevor Penning (LT, New Orleans Saints) 72
• 20 Kenny Pickett (QB, Pittsburgh Steelers) 68
• 21 Trent McDuffie (CB, Kansas City Chiefs) 76
• 22 Quay Walker (MLB, Green Bay Packers) 73
• 23 Kaiir Elam (CB, Buffalo Bills) 73
• 24 Tyler Smith (LG, Dallas Cowboys) 70
• 25 Tyler Linderbaum (C, Baltimore Ravens) 74
• 26 Jermaine Johnson II (LE, New York Jets) 74
• 27 Devin Lloyd (MLB, Jacksonville Jaguars) 73
• 28 Devonte Wyatt (RE, Green Bay Packers) 73
• 29 Cole Strange (RG, New England Patriots) 70
• 30 George Karlaftis (LE, Kansas City Chiefs) 74
• 31 Daxton Hill (FS, Cincinnati Bengals) 75
• 32 Lewis Cine (FS, Minnesota Vikings) 75

The best five offensive playbooks

From Shotgun-heavy compendiums to sets focussed on the runn⭕ing game, these are the playbooks to consider if you want to torch opposition Ds.

NE: NE Coach

𒐪Want a pass-heavy playbook with minimal use fౠor a full-back? Then New England is the best for you. It features 12 Shotgun formations and a further 7 Singleback ones. Only its three I-Form formations (Slot, Tight, and Z Close) utilise a second RB. Just make sure you use a pocket QB to make the most of it. Without that second body to protect you, you’ll be sacked repeatedly if you start haring around in the backfield.

KC: A. Reid

The Chiefs’ 🍒offensive gameplan in recent years has focussed on giving Pat Mahomes time and space to target options downfield, or keep the game alive with his legs. Inevitably, then, this playbook is all about the Shotgun plays. There are a staggering 19 Shotgun formations in total, most of them using a 1RB - 1TE - 3WR set-up. The lone outlier is Wing Flex Offset Wk (1RB - 2TE - 2WR). With your opponent focussed on lo🔜ng passes, be sure to mix in the Strong I Jumbo (2RB - 3TE - 0WR) occasionally too.

LAR: S. McVay

An astonishing playbook, in that every sꦛingle formation is either Shotgun or Singleback. No I-Form, no formations using a second running back: Sean 🌺McVay’s Super Bowl champs are known for their offensive aggression and from that perspective this doesn’t disappoint. Shotgun Trips HB Wk is the one that poses the most questions for an opposition D, with a make-up of 1RB - 0TE - 4WR. Singleback Bunch X Nasty also lives up to its name, mixing in downfield routes with a couple of sneaky outs.

LV: J. McDaniels

Want to establish🐟 an old-fashioned running game, deploying two backs in order to grind out yards and wear defenses down? Then Josh McDaniels’ Raiders playbo⛄ok is the one for you. It offers six formations with a 2RB - 1TE - 2WR set-up, across a standard I Form, Weak I, and Strong I. But there’s balance here too: 12 of its formations switch to a 1RB - 1TE - 3WR layout, delivering plenty of aerial choices should you fall behind. Old school, then, but not in a way that’ll prevent you turning round a 14-point deficit. Phew.

BAL: J. Harbaugh

Arguably the best playbook of the lot. Its passing formations enable you to make the most of a mobile, big-armed quarter🔴back like Lamar Jackson, yet it’s brilliantly suited for a running game too – with 11 formations that double up on running backs. Imagine going from Pistol Weak I Slot ꩲOpen (2RB - 0TE - 3WR) on first down, to Singback Wing Tight U (1RB - 3TE - 1WR) on second down, to Pistol Spread (1RB - 0TE - 4WR) on third. It’s a nightmare for defenses to keep up with, and should therefore be the first playbook you learn and master.

The best Madden 22 defensive playbooks

Offense wins matches, but defense wins titles. Or d✤oes ಞit? Master these tactical approaches to find out for yourself.

NE: NE Coach

Yes, New En⛄gland again. The Pats might have slipped out of Super Bowl contention since Tom Brady’s departure, but with Bill Belichick at the helm their Madden playbooks remain wonderfully unique. On D their playbook offers up options to confuse even the best QBs. Technically it’s based around a 3-4 set-up, but there are only three base formations: myriad other options include two 4-3 sets, three based in a Dime, and three more in the Nickel. Blitzers can be dispatched from all manner of surprise locations, making for a D that’s creative, fun, and effective too.

BUF: S. McDermott

Buffalo had the best D in the league in 2021, offering a stingy 4637 yards across the season.𝔉 (New England was second, on 5284 – a difference of over 600.) As a result their playbook needs t🦂o be taken seriously, and it doesn’t disappoint. With five 4-3 sets it’s all about stuffing the run and hurrying opposition QBs, making it especially effective against AI teams in franchise mode. Online matches can be tougher, given how often human-controlled QBs go sprinting around behind the line of scrimmage, but a trio of handy Nickel sets offers help on that front.

The best Madden 23 created playbooks

To use these, choose Rosters & Playbooks, then Share & Manage Files, then Download Community Files. From here you’re presented with a stack of fan-created tactics for use on both 🌟sides of the ball. You can search for a specific playbook or username by using triangle (PlayStation) or Y (Xbox), or cycle through sorting categories such as Likes, Dislikes and Downloads using square (PlayStation) or X (Xbox).

Gorilla-DON: Custompan3

The most downloaded fan-made roster is ‘Custompan3’ by Gorilla-DON. It’s popular because it contains a little bit of everything: one Full House formation, one Pistol, three I-Form, one Strong I, one Weak I, 16 based in the Shot🐷gun, and eighܫt Singleback formations. So while your receivers are going to snag plenty of balls, there are cheeky routes for your tight ends and running backs sprinkled throughout too.

Fam4223: Miked

Creator fam4223 has produced the most popular defensive playbook, called Miked. It’s largely centered around 3-4 sets, with six in total – but there are two 4-3 formations, four Nickles, three Dimes and two Quarters at your disposal too. If you’re concerned about your secondary constantly being beaten deep in online matc🥀hes🥀, this is a really good starter playbook to get your head around.

Tom Brady heads up the best Madden 23 quarterbacks

• 1 Tom Brady (Tampa Bay Buccaneers) 97
• 2 Aaron Rodgers (Green Bay Packers) 96
• 3 Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs) 95
• 4 Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills) 92
• 5 Joe Burrow (Cincinatti Bengals) 90

After losing top spot to Mahomes last year, Brady returns to top spot at the grand young age of 45. However, Denver Broncos signal-caller Russell Wilson disappears from the elite list altogether. His rating is down from 94 to 87. Despite his Super Bowl win, Matthew Stafford s✅its in 10th, with an OVR of 85.

The best Madden 23 RB is Derrick Henry

• 1 Derrick Henry (Tennessee Titans) 97
• 2= Christian McCaffrey (Carolina Panthers) 96
• 2= Nick Chubb (Cleveland Browns) 96
• 4 Jonathan Taylor (Indianapolis Colts) 95
• 5 Dalvin Cook (Minnesota Vikings)

Henry fina✱lly ploughs through to first place on the running backs list, switching places with last-year’s top guy McCaffrey. Chubb is in the identical spot to Madden 22, and with an identical rating, too. The top-rated full-back is 49ers machine Kyle Juszczyk, ღon 87.

New homes for two of the top Madden 23 WRs

• 1 Davante Adams (Las Vages Raiders) 99
• 2 Cooper Kupp (Los Angeles Rams) 98
• 3 Tyreek Hill (Miami Dolphins) 97
• 4 DeAndre Hopkins (Arizona Cardinals) 96
• 5 Stefon Diggs (Buffalo Bills) 95

Kupp didn’t even make the top five 12 months ago, but thunders to second after being named 🍌Super Bowl MVP. It’s not enough to dethrone Adams, however. The Raiders’ new top wideout isn’t the only ♔man headed somewhere new this season: Hill starts a new era in South Florida following his shock switch from Kansas City.

No more Gronk on the Madden 23 best TEs list

• 1 Travis Kelce (Kansas City Chiefs) 98
• 2 George Kittle (San Francisco 49ers) 97
• 3 Mark Andrews (Baltimore Ravens) 93
• 4 Darren Waller (Oakland Raiders) 91
• 5 TJ Hockenson (Detroit Lions) 89

Rob Gronkowski’s retirement has less impact than you’d expect. Perhaps surprisingly, the Patriots legend didn’t appear 🦩here last season either. It was Kelce who triumphed then𝔍, as he does now – even if his spot in the 99 Club has been temporarily suspended.

Trent Williams fronts Madden 23’s top offensive linemen

• 1 Trent Williams (LT, San Francisco) 99
• 2 Zack Martin (RG, Dallas Cowboys) 98
• 3= Quenton Nelson (LG, Indianapolis Colts) 95
• 3= Tyron Smith (LT, Dallas Cowboys) 95
• 5 David Bakhtiari (LT, Green Bay Packers) 94

Watched The Blind Side? Then you know left tackle is the most important part of the O-line, so it’s natural that players in that position dominate this list. Madden 23’s best center is Corey Linsday (San Diego Chargers, 91), while its top right tack🍸le is Lane J💮ohnson (Philadelphia Eagles, 92).

Two D-linemen make the Madden 23 99 Club

• 1 Aaron Donald (RE, Los Angeles Rams) 99
• 1= Myles Garrett (RE, Cleveland Browns) 99
• 3 Nick Bosa (RE, San Francisco 49ers) 94
• 4 Cameron Heyward (RE, Pittsburgh Steelers) 93
• 5 Vita Vea (DT, Tampa Bay Buccaneers) 93

Donald was ridiculous on a wee﷽kly basis in 2021-22, again cementing his status as the best defensive player in the game. After claiming Super Bowl honours, another 99 rating was a no-brainer. The top-rated LE is New Orleans Saints’ Cameron Jordan, with an overall score of 91.

TJ Watt dominates the Madden 23 best linebackers list

• 1 TJ Watt (LOLB, Pittsburgh Steelers) 96
• 2 Fred Warner (MLB, San Francisco 49ers) 94
• 3 Demario Davis (MLB, New Orleans Saints) 93
• 4 Khalil Mack (ROLB, Los Angeles Chargers) 92
• 5 Lavonte David (MLB, Tampa Bay Buccaneers) 92

This year’s linebacker corps is so strong that Bobby Wagner (MLB, Los Angeles Rams) and Joey Bosa (LOLB, Los Angeles Chargers) both sensationally miꦆss out. They’re both rated 91. Watt blitzing his way to top spot sees Mack fall from number one, to number four.

Madden 23 CB rankings put Jalen Ramsey on top

• 1 Jalen Ramsey (Los Angeles Rams) 98
• 2 Jaire Alexander (Green Bay Packers) 94
• 3 Tre’davious White (Buffalo Bills) 93
• 4= Darius Slay Jr (Philadelphia Eagles) 92
• 4= Denzel Ward (Cleveland Browns) 92

Like Chiefs tight-end Kelce, Ramsey is exiled from the 99 Club to start the season – although his deserved 98 OVR is still enough to maintain his place on the throne. Stephen G♊ilmore ran him a close second in Madden 22, but drops out of the fab five altogether following his move to Indianapoli🌺s.

Micah Hyde sneaks onto best Madden 22 safeties list

• 1 Tyrann Mathieu (SS, New Orleans Saints) 94
• 2 Derwin James Jr (SS, Los Angeles Chargers) 93
• 3= Budda Baker (SS, Arizona Cardinals) 92
• 3= Kevin Byard (FS, Tennessee Titans) 92
• 5= Justin Simmons (FS, Denver Broncos) 91
• 5= Micah Hyde (FS, Buffalo Bills) 91

Hyde returns to the elite list ahead of his tenth NFL season, matching Broncos tackle machine Simmons stride for stride. Above them, Mathieu cling♕s on to his slot at the top of the pile, while James is a new face here after claiming 10 interceptioཧns last season.

Justin Tucker is Madden 23’s best kicker

• 1 Justin Tucker (Baltimore Ravens) 90
• 2 Harrison Butker (Kansas City Chiefs) 94
• 3 Evan McPherson (Cincinatti Bengals) 83
• 4 Chris Boswell (Pittsburgh Steeelers) 82
• 4 Younghoe Hoo (Atlanta Falcons) 82

Evan McPherson’s post-season heroics drove Cincinnati all the way to the Super Bo✱wl, so his ascent to third spot here is much deserved. Younghoe Koo is now a pillar of consistency too. But neither can topple the automatic leg of Ravens robo-boot Justin Tucker.

Commanders find their way onto the list at punter

• 1 AJ Cole III (Oakland Raiders) 84
• 2 Bryan Anger (Dallas Cowboys) 83
• 3 Johnny Hekker (Carolina Panthers) 82
• 3 Michael Dickson (Seattle Seahawks) 82
• 3 Tress Way (Washington Commanders) 82

Washington Commanders save their first ever appearance on thi🦹s list for the very final entry, with Tress Way edging Logan Cooke (Jacksonville Jaguars, 81) and Jake Bailey (New England Patriots, 80) out of contention. It means both the Jags and Pats miss out on this feature completely.

1. Use sliders to get the Madden that suits you

No Madden game is perfec𝔍t but, instead of tossing the disc aside in a rage,ℱ there’s a simple way to help ‘fix’ any issues you might have.

For many Madden vets, this will feel as automatic as a Brady/Gronk touchdown – but it’s worth flagging all the same: head into the settings on the main menu (or in the Franchise m🍸enu) to bring up in-game sliders (from 1 to 100) that affect everything from QB accuracy to how tired players get. Practically every element of the game can be tinkered in some way.

Feel free to experiment while you’re under the hood, but we’d recommend upping the Fumbles rating on both CPU an🉐d Player Skill so they occur less frequently. Lowering the QB accuracy (to stop the CPU turning Mariota into Mahomes) and increasing the various specific penalty ratings will immediately make the game a less frustrating experience. Feel free to dial up the quarter length to around 9-10 minutes in Franchise mode, too, for a more realistic stat line.

It’s not an exact science, but it’s one that can alleviate a lot of heada☂ches as you get used to the new game. In truth, it should be the first port of call for Madden users every year.

2. Don’t be afraid to try the new passing system

Change is good. Honest. In Madden 23, EA offers players three ways to pass: the classic met🍬hod (which is the same as last♐ year’s game), plus two skill-based passing control schemes: Placement and Power & Placement and Accuracy.

The latter two turn passing into a mini-game-of-sorts that requires your QB to hold down the power meter in the Power scheme or to get the timing right in a swing meter – not ওtoo dissimilar to field goals – for Accuracy. On top of that, there’s also a Free-Form Passing mode with L2/LT that lets receivers break off from their routes – perfect for busted coverage.

Our best advice is to get very comfortable with the new passing system(s) in the tutorials before going into gameday. Once you’re up to speed, the Accuracy mode in particular helps give a greater degree of freedom to your passing, and even makes curl routes a more viable option th💧is year rather🍒 than the risky throw of recent years. Better yet, if you don’t click with the new system then you can go back to the tried-and-tested classic mode.

3. Don’t use up all your salary cap in the first season

It may be tempting to spend the🐭 big bucks to get your dynasty off to a quick start in Franchise Mode, but a subtle change to the financial system – to mirror real-life – means i𒈔t pays to hold off on mega deals in the first season.

Cap space now rolls over to the second season. That gives you a perfect o🌼pportunity to hoover up Free Agents in the offseason. We’ve found Justin Herbert and Joe Burrow can be signed up in 2025 if you’re thinking about snagging a franchise QB a fewꦰ seasons in with the spare cash.

4. Get to grips with Player Tags – and new motivations

Player Tags are one of the most important new features to come to Franchise Mode in years. In essence, these players will get a 🍌label – Day 1 Starter, Award Winner, Franchise QB, and so on – that helps shake up NFL teams and makes bo꧋th yours and the AI’s roster builds far more realistic.

Mentor is one of the best Player Tags we’ve used so far. Having one (or more) on your team allows every player in that position to gain extra XP during weekly training. That, when coupled with the new motivations feature – a series of specific conditions from team prestige to loc🥀ation that can convince a player to sign during negotiations – makes building a complete roster far more challenging and satisfying this yea✃r.

5. Your first contract matters in Face of the Franchise

Face of the Franchise has changed in Madden 23. Instead of fighting for snaps as a rookie, you’re parac🙈huted in as an automatic fifth-year free agent and starter. Of course, yo🌱u can pick your favorite team but we’d recommend opting for whoever has the biggest signing bonus to begin with. More Rep, more points to play with when building your player from the jump – which is essential if you’re trying out the tricky new Cornerback position.

6. MUT Champions should be your Ultimate Team home – and you can play it whenever

Goꦫodbye Weekend League, hello MUT Champions. Progress far enough in the new battle pass-style Competitive Pass and you’ll be able to snap a Champs Entry Token. Far from the sugar rush of a weekend binge of years past, MUT Champions gives you the freedom to play 25 games in a week across💫 all seven days. It’s by far the best – and most fulfilling – method to get the big rewards early on MUT this year, so be sure to put all your hours into that when you can.

7. Mash the A/X button when running downhill

Tackle Battles – the act of mashing A (or X on PlayStation 4 and 5) when met with a conservative tackle – are back in Madden 23. When playing with big, burlier running back♏s, it should become second nature to start h🌠ammering on the button to drag your player on for those extra yards. It can be the difference between a crucial first down or going three-and-out.

If you’re struggling to stop a runner on✨ the other side of the ball, you can use R2/RT at the line of scrimmage to sidestep a block and come in hard on whoever is carrying the football with a big hit stick tackle. Ordinary tackles will get punished more this year – and players can often slip free for big gains.

What is the Madden 23 99 Club?

The Madden 23 99 Club refers to a set of players who have the maximum possible overall rating of 99. It generally pertains to exhibition and career mode, rath✃er than Ultimate Team – where loads of past and present favorites are given souped-up cards across the season.

The Madden 22 version featured f🔜ive players at launch: Patrick Mahomes (QB, Kansas City), Travis Kelce (TE, Kansas City), Jalen Ramsey (CB, Los Angeles Rams), Aaron Donald (DE, Los Angeles Rams), and Devante Adams (WR, Green Bay Packers).

Who’s in the Madden 23 99 Club?

Only two of the above-named players make the super elite again this year – and one of those is now with a different team. Mahomes, Kelce and Ramsey all lose their prest🧔igious spots, but the Madden 23 99 Club does add two replacements. It features four players in total. Let’s profile them all…

Aaron Donald (RE, Los Angeles Rams)

While one of LA’s defensive pillars (Ramsey) drops down to a 98 rating, Donald holds on to his 99 score after an explosive Super Bowl display. His in-game highlights include attributes of ꦆ99 Awareness, 99 Stre🦹ngth, 82 Speed and 90 Acceleration - monstrous for a defensive end.

Davante Adams (WR, Las Vegas Raiders)

Adams clings on to his 99 Club spot from last year despite moving from Wisconsin to Nevada. How will he do without Aaron Rodgers? Brilliantly, reckons EA. That means r🅠atings of 99 Awareness, 99 Catching, 95 Agility, and 92 Speed. Good luck defending him online.

Myles Garrett (RE, Cleveland Browns)

The 99 Club gets a second elite pass rusher this year. Garrett’s skills are comparable to Donald’s in-game🔯, with 98 Awareness, 96 Strength, 91 Acceleration and 88 Speed🍰. Get the ball out quickly if you’re up against Cleveland in this year’s franchise mode.

Trent Williams (LT, San Francisco 49ers)

Planning on San Fran being your franchise team? There’s a tough choice to be made between Trey Lance and Jimmy Garoppolo at QB. Either way, though, your blind si𝔍de is well protected by William’s scores of 99 Awareness, 98 Strength, 98 Run Blocking and 93 Run Blocking.

Where can I see the full Madden 23 99 Club list?

Right here, although it’s not a read that will keep you up for hours💜. We will, however, keep it updated throughout the season, in case the likes of Ramsey and Kelce return at a later date.

• Aaron Donald (RE, Los Angeles Rams)
• Davante Adams (WR, Las Vegas Raiders)
• Myles Garrett (RE, Cleveland Browns)
• Trent Williams (LT, San Francisco 49ers)

Speaking on CNBC, reporter David Faber said that "I have talked to some people who would actually know if there's something going on, and they say there's nothing going on.🍒" That was in response to a surge in EA's stock price following a report earlier today, which claimed earlier today that Amazon will formally announce its offer to acquire EA at some point later today, having actually  made the offer at a previous timeও.

EA's stock climbed 15% in the wake of that report, with Axios' Sara Fischer suggesting to CNBC t♕hat there was " to the rumour.  The stock price has begun to fall again since ꦚthen, however, as more details emerge.

The offer, if it does end up coming to pass, would see Amazon potentially acquire the com𝔉pany behind Apex Legends, Madden NFL, Battlefield, and many more blockbuster titles, which would land them in a significant place across the gaming industry.

This isn't the first time acquisition rumors have swirled around EA. Earlier this year in January, it was revealed by Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick that his company 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:had considered a merger with EA, effectively joining forces as one massive entity, prior to 澳洲幸运𓃲5开奖号码历史💯查询:Microsoft acquiring Activision Blizzard. 

Just earlier this month in August, in fact, EA CEO Andrew Wilson was actually asked by shareholders and investors about the possibility of EA being acquired by an outside company. Wilson said that while he was "澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:confident and excited for ou🦩r future," he didn't actually rule out entertaining outside acquisition🌜 offers.

If Amazon does put in a formal offer t𝔉o acquire EA, as For the Win is reporting, then we'll have to wait and see whether two things happen. Firstly, EA shareholders will need to vote on whether the acquisition goes ahead. Secondly, the acquisition will need approval from the US government, to see if it comes under being classed as a monopoly. If it doesn't, then the way is theoretically clear for Amazon to acquire EA.

Head over to our guide on 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Dragon Age 4 for all the details we know about one of EA's most exciting games on the horizon. 

Having spent the last week hammering the Madden 23 beta on PS5, there is some substance to the gripes. After interviewing Mahar, I was expecting this to feel like an entirely different game to Madden 22. Plainly, it does🐽n't. FieldSense neither evokes memories of the series' halcyon days on Mega Drive or PS2, nor feels like a truly fresh start. Many animations, commentary lines, and other minor shortcomings return from last year. 

And yes, 💝some of those 'new' additions are indeed things we've seen before. For example, one of the best elements of defense is having team-mates wade in to help you halt an on-rushing opponent, or finish a tackle once you've buffeted a runner off-balance. It's massively helpful in short yardage situations or a goal-line stand. It wasn't in Madden 22, and in that sense offers an upgrade. But physics-based gang tackles were in the series, and functioned similarly effectively, back in Madden 16. So you do understand that collective eye-rolling, to an extent. 

Press or no?

Wide receiver and defensive-back tussles are specified as another new wrinkle. It's true that there is more sense of a press taking place when the ball is snapped, with the DB either slowing the WR down a step or two, or said receiver evading his man to escape in🦄to space. Yet Madden 18 tried a similar thing. Receivers had four different types of release mechanics, while cornerbacks could funnel opponents at the line by pushing a direction on the right stick. So while it feels 'new' it technically isn't, in the context of the entire series.

All power to the community, then, for wanting transparency in the game's marketing. But the issue, as with most social media disc🐼ussions, is that there is depressingly scant middle ground. On this evidence, Madden 23 is going to be hard pressed to score 9s and 10s. But it's also far better than the 1s and 2s that will be banded around on Metacritic in protest. Madden 23 won't compete with classic series entries like Madden 2005, with its gripping franchise mode and still-revered Tony Bruno radio show. Yet it still plays solid football, with small yet noticeable upgrades.

For instance, the running game offers a substantial upgrade over Madden 22. It finally feels subtle and intricate, and about much more than sheer speed or power. Mahar made a big deal of talking up 360-degree cuts and immediate transference of weight, and the difference is tangible. You can slow your run, Le'Veon Bell style, then shoot through a gap as it opens up. You ಞcan sprint to the right on a toss route, spot a pulling lineman pancaking his defender, and cut back into the surprise space. You can patiently wait for blocking to develop on a punt return, then zig-zag between two coverage players and hit the open field. At last.

The flip side is that defending the run is tougher than it was a year ago. I actually welcome that. Too often in Madden﷽ 22 you could shut down an opponent's rushing game by loading the line, or blitzing a safety or CB. Now it's all-too-easy to overcommit to one side of the field, or over-pursue with an individual player. It tones down your aggressiveness and forces you into thinking a bit more when selecting plays.

Throwing up-Hill

Quarterback play is tweaked, too. However, the new aiming reticule and ability to lead receivers aren't as pronounced as the FieldSense reveal made them appear. This area feels like✨ Madden 22 Enhanced. Where it's really noticeable is in leading a possession receiver on an out route for a tip-toe sideline catch, or a speedster downfield for a deep heave. Great if you're controlling the Rams, with Cooper Kupp, or the Miami Dolphins and Tyreek Hill. (Tua Tagovailoa may not h෴ave the biggest arm, but Hill remains a cheat player when left in single coverage.) For average QB-WR tandems, this feels much like it did a year ago.

Also familiar are special teams shortcomings. Aside from the improvements to kick and punt returns, brought about by the subtleties of foot planting and better blocking, these are largely a non-event. There's no sense of peril that you'll have a punt blocked, or miss a field goal inside 45 yards. Similarly, 🌼there's zero point calling punt or field goal blocks, as AI team-mates never get close. As ever you can try to jump the snap yourself, and perhaps in online matc🦂hes this is the only way to keep things skill-based. But offline, your AI gunners should be capable of sticking an arm out to tip the ball occasionally.

Presentation is an area that remains good, when it really could be great. I love the new close-in cameras celebrating a touchdown, and coaches and un-helmeted players look brilliantly realistic. But the stats overlays and oth🔯er broadcast elements still fall short of watching a Sunday night tilt on CBS or Fox. EA's deal with the Premier League♒ in FIFA shows how a video game can achieve authenticity on this front. It's, well, maddening that Tiburon hasn't considered a crossover like 2K's mid-2000s tie-in with ESPN, with realistic branding, half-time shows and so on.

Constructive criticisms aside, I'm having fun with Madden 23, particularly its refreshed ground game. Franchise has stagnated in recent times in the wake of Ultimate Team's rise, and I'd love something to truly get stuck into on that front – but at present the Madden 23 PS5 beta only offers exhibition matches. We'll take a look at those modes closer to the Madden 23 release date of August 19. As for FieldSense: for now mark it down as 'transitional', rather than 'transformation🌞al'.

EA has officially unveiled Madden 21 with a reveal trailer containing a small sampling of gameplay footage mixed in ♛with cinema♊tics. Likewise, the new Madden is available for pre-order on and - a first for the series - .

As we've expected for some time, the Ravens' 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Lamar Jackson is on the cover. There areཧ three different editions open for pre-order: Standard ($60), Deluxe ($80), and MVP ($100), and each one comes with pre-order bonuses.

No matter which edition you go with, you ge✃t one𒆙 of 32 NFL Team Elite Packs, five MUT Gold Team Fantasy Packs, and a Uniform Pack.

Pre-order either ღthe Deluxe or MVP edition and get a three-day early access trial. The Deluxe edition includes seven Madden Ultimate Team (MUT) Gold Team Fantasy Packs, while the MVP edition includes 12 MUT Gold Team Fantasy Packs, as well as a large Quicksell Training Pack, the Madden Championship Serie𓆏s Ultimate Champion Pack, and a Lamar Jackson Elite Item.

The Madden 21 announcement was delayed at the beginning of the month in order to focus on driving "change against the unjust treatment and systemic bias that is pl🥀aguing🍎 the nation and our world."

Madden 21 kicks off August 25 on PS4 and Xbox One, and it's coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X with the launch of the next-gen consoles this Holiday season. Thജe game can be upgraded for free on PS5 and Xbox Series X if you buy it on curre𝓰nt-gen consoles.

Here's a comprehensive overview including all the new 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 21 features we know about.

Madden 20 update 1.22: Increased Superstar Ability Caps

- Inside Stuff increased from 8 cap to 15 cap
- No Outsiders increased from 10 cap to 15 cap
- Run Stopper increased from 15 cap to 16 cap
- Finesse Specialist increased from 35 cap to 45 cap
- Power Specialist increased from 35 cap to 45 cap
- Edge Threat increased from 35 cap to 40 cap
- Edge Threat Elite increased from 40 cap to 50 cap
- Pass Rush Elite increased from 40 cap to 50 cap
- Matchup Nightmare increased from 20 cap to 25 cap
- Arm Bar increased from 35 cap to 40 cap
- Juke Box increased from 40 cap to 45 cap
- Fastbreak increased from 60 cap to 85 cap

Madden 20 update 1.22: Decreased Superstar Ability Caps

- In Specialist decreased from 3 cap to 2 cap
- Pocket Lead decreased from 5 cap to 2 cap
- Set Feet Lead decreased from 5 cap to 2 cap
- Pass Lead Elite decreased from 10 cap to 4 cap
- In Out Elite decreased from 6 cap to 4 cap
- Curl Comeback Elite decreased from 10 cap to 7 cap
- Pocket Deadeye decreased from 10 cap to 8 cap
- Cross Specialist decreased from 15 cap to 10 cap
- Route Technician decreased from 15 cap to 10 cap
- Outside Apprentice decreased from 18 cap to 10 cap
- Post Specialist decreased from 15 cap to 11 cap
- Out Corner Elite decreased from 15 cap to 12 cap
- In Post Elite decreased from 16 cap to 12 cap
- Conductor decreased from 15 cap to 12 cap
- All Day decreased from 18 cap to 15 cap
- Secure Protector decreased from 18 cap to 15 cap
- Red Zone Threat decreased from 18 cap to 15 cap
- Edge Protector decreased from 20 cap to 16 cap
- Gun Slinger decreased from 20 cap to 18 cap
- TE Apprentice decreased from 25 cap to 20 cap
- RB Apprentice decreased from 25 cap to 20 cap
- Pass Block Elite decreased from 28 cap to 25 cap
- Backfield Master decreased from 35 cap to 30 cap
- Protected decreased from 40 cap to 30 cap
- Man Up decreased from 25 cap to 22 cap
- Zoned Out decreased from 28 cap to 25 cap

Madden 20 patch 1.22: Decreased X-Factor Ability Caps

- Pro Reads decreased from 10 cap to 1 cap
- Fearless decreased from 10 cap to 1 cap
- Bazooka decreased from 15 cap to 5 cap
- Max Security decreased from 20 cap to 5 cap
- RAC’em Up decreased from 20 cap to 5 cap
- Satellite decreased from 25 cap to 10 cap
- Brick Wall decreased from 15 cap to 10 cap
- Wrecking Ball decreased from 25 cap to 15 cap
- First One Free decreased from 25 cap to 15 cap
- Freight Train decreased from 25 cap to 15 cap
- Blitz Radar decreased from 20 cap to 15 cap
- Run & Gun decreased from 35 cap to 15 cap
- Gambler decreased from 40 cap to 20 cap
- Double Me decreased from 30 cap to 25 cap
- Run Stuffer decreased from 15 cap to 5 cap
- Fearmonger decreased from 15 cap to 10 cap
- Reinforcement decreased from 20 cap to 10 cap
- Shutdown decreased from 25 cap to 10 cap
- Zone Hawk decreased from 25 cap to 10 cap
- Unstoppable Force decreased from 30 cap to 20 cap

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Face of the Franchise lets you restart

Devin Wade’s Longshot story is gone, and the more freeform Face of the Franchise mode is in. In Madden 20 story mode, you ✱create your own quarterback, play through the college playoff series, perform at the NFL combine, and are invited to draft day. How soon you come off the board is partly in your hands. An early exit from the college playoffs hurts your draft stock, as does a sloppy performance in Indianapolis for the combine. 

If being selected early in the draft is important to you – especially as it scores an achievement/trophy – you can guarantee becoming the first overall pick. To do you, you must win the National Championship and impress scouts with a flawless combine workout. The combine is 24ꦰ passing plays and the game lets you know when you’ve messed any of these up, so if you’re really pushing for that number one spot on draft day, don’t hesitate to scrub your save and try again. 

Check your phone in franchise mode

Franchise mode doesn’t get a lot of love this year - no surprises there - but one minor new feature that is pretty cool is its increased social aspect. Each week, your player or coach receives text messages from different people in the NFL universe. It may b🤪e a beat reporter for the local paper, or a rival player, or even one of your own teammates. They ask for favors, taunt you, give you interviews, and how you reply determines where XP bonuses go and wh🌊at goals you have for the game ahead. Make sure to interact with these, because to skip them often means losing free XP boosts or other opportunities to more quickly progress your players. In brief, keep your ringer on.

Know and trigger your X-Factors

X-Factors are this year’s biggest addition. 20 of these skills are given to the league’s 50 most dominant players, and can be activated multiple times during any game in any mode. To get the most out of these boons, feed your superstars opportunities early. For example, Odell Beckham needs three catches of 20+ yards to activate his RAC ‘Em Up ability (increased su𒁃ccess rate for RAC catches versus single coverage), so you should be script your drives early and often, enabling him to hit that milestone. Once Beckham hits it, he stays in the “zone” until a defender forces an incompletion. Just like in real life, these X-Factor players have the chance to dominate all four quarters, so get them involved fast.

Unveil your rookies’ potential

If you’re playing Franchise as a coach, the draft is one of the most important moments of every season. If you want to best build for the future, be sure to track your draftees’ progression potential in the roster menu. Clicking on any player reveals the rate at which their ski꧟lls will improve and there are four possibilities: n🥀ormal, star, superstar, and X-Factor. Any incoming rookies need to first play 500 snaps (roughly half the season for a starter with six-minute quarters) before their potential is revealed, but once it is you have a clearer idea of which new players have breakout ability and which may have been draft busts.

Get trendy with the run-pass option 

For online play, this is the most critical of our Madden 20 tips. The run-pass option has been the league’s favorite toy ever since the Eagles ran it all the way to a Super Bowl victory two seasons ago. RPO plays are in Madden for the first time this year, and as tricky as they can be for defenses, you can be right there with them without enough practice♌. Head to the Skills Trainer under the Exhibition menu and find the Run Concepts playbook. Three new drills are available that familiarize you with the RPO and how to use it effectively with intelligent pre-snap reads and lightning-quick reaction times once the ball is snapped. If you used this method to master the QB option from a few years ago, you already know how practice really does make perfect.

Tap into Madden missions ASAP

As Ultimate Team grows more with every season, the amount of menus, modes, and currencies can be daunting for new players. If you’ve been avoiding MUT due to its intimidating array of routes and options, never really sure if you’re progressing correctly, there’s no need to worry anymore. Madden 20 adds Missions, a guided approach to the many challenge trees of Ultimate Team. It’s the first page you see when star🌊ting a new team, and should be considered your HQ  for anything you’re working on while building your fantasy roster of past legends and current stars. 

Skip to three-star challenges in MUT

One more key MUT tip to finish. Now that you’re no longer scared off by its various challenges, take it one step further and skip to the “hard” challenges early on. If you’ve played MUT before, you know the ch♑allenges begin quite simple: “Run for 10 yards,” “Complete two passes,” “Throw a touchdown from the goalline.” Many challenges have three tiers broken up by difficulty, but because the objectives are so simple, you can save time and earn rewards much faster by cutting the line and choosing the three-star challenges immediately – rather than playing the same challenge on easy, then medium, then hard. Eventually they get legitimately harder, but you can play several hours of “hard” level content before most Madden 20 players would agree with the designation. 

Watch the clock in no-huddle

In previous years🧸, a great way to race back into a game when losing - or infuriate an opponent online - was to master your audibles and utilise a hurry-up offense, saving time by skipping the play-calling screen. This short-cut still works, but you need to play it more carefully as the clock now takes into account the time it'd take in real life for your players to get back into position. Complete a long pass downfield and you can hold triangle (on PS4) to skip the huddle, but lose 10-15 seconds as everyone gets back to the line. Inside the final minute, those lost seconds are critical - so don't forget to run out of bounds and stop the clock as often as possible. 

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Quarterback (QB)

1. Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City), 97
2. Tom Brady (New England), 96
3. Philip Rivers (San Diego), 94
4=. Drew Brees (New Orleans), 92
4=. Andrew Luck (Indianapolis), 92

澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 20 cover vote winner Pat Mahomes didn’t make last yea🅰r’s top five, but leaps straight to top spot after being voted NFL MVP in 2018. Going the other way is Green Bay signal-caller Aaron Rodgers: joint first alongside Brady in Madden 19, he now ranks seventh with🌃 a 90 OVR, just below Seattle’s Russell Wilson (91). Rounding out the big ten at QB are Matt Ryan (Atlanta, 89), Ben Roethlisberger (Pittsburgh, 85), and Cam Newton (Panthers, 84). 

Running back (HB/FB)

1. Todd Gurley (LA Rams), 97
2. Ezekiel Elliott (Dallas), 94
3=. Le’Veon Bell (New York Jets), 92
3=. Melvin Gordon (San Diego), 92
5=. Saquon Barkley (New York Giants), 91
5=. Christian McCaffrey (Carolina Panthers), 91

A fab five which actually becomes a super six, due to the inability to split Giants sophomore Saquon Barꦍkley and Panthers gadget king Christian 🦂McCaffrey. Todd Gurley overhauls Le’Veon Bell at the list’s peak, with the top ten also incorporating Kareem Hunt (Cleveland, 90), Alvin Kamara (New Orleans, 90), Devonta Freeman (Atlanta, 89), and Joe Mixon (Cincinnati, 88). Looking for the best full-back? Take a bow, Kyle Juszczyk (San Francisco, 85).

Wide receiver (WR)

1. DeAndre Hopkins (Houston), 99
2=. Antonio Brown (LA Raiders), 98
2=. Julio Jones (Atlanta), 98
4. Odell Beckham Jr (Cleveland), 96
5. Michael Thomas (New Orleans), 95

Receiver is an absurdly stacked position in Madden 20, with 13 players rated 90 or above. Particularly exciting from a videogame perspective is two of the top five stepping out with new clubs: start a franchise with the Raiders or Browns to enjoy Brown or Beckham in fresh jerseys. The Vikings should also prove tempting. They have two glue-handed widemen in that 90+ club, in Adam Thielen (94) and Stefon Diggs (93) – but can digital Kirk Cousins (81) get them the bal💮l?

Tight end (TE)

1. Travis Kelce (Kansas City), 96
2. Zach Ertz (Philadelphia), 93
3. Delanie Walker (Tennessee), 92
4. George Kittle (San Francisco), 90
5. Greg Olsen (Carolina), 89

There’s only one truly elite option at tight end in Madden 20, although he’s a fairly special one: Travis Kelce boasts ratings of 99 for awareness, 93 for catching, a🐲nd 88 acceleration, among other strengths. Last year’s numero uno, Rob Gronkowski, has retired, while Jordan Reed (Washington, 88) also slips out of the top five. He’s sandwiched in seventh by Tyler Eifert (Cincinnati, 88), Trey Burton (Chicago, 87) and Jared Cook (New Orleans, 87).

Tackle (RT/LT)

1. David Bakhtiari (LT, Green Bay), 97
2. Trent Williams (LT, Washington), 95
3. Tyron Smith (LT, Dallas), 94
4. Mitchell Schwartz (RT, Kansas City), 93
5. Andrew Whitworth (LT, LA Rams), 93

Left tackle is considered the most important position on the defensive line – what do you mean you’ve never seen The Blind Side?! – so fair play t🦩o Mitchell Schwartz for cracking this list despite playing on the right. Bakhtiari tops the list for the second year in a row, but Philly pair Lane Johnson (89) and Jason Peters (87), who both nabbed top-five slots last year, are♒ demoted to 7th and 10th respectively. 

Interior lineman (C/LG/RG)

1. Zack Martin (C, Dallas), 96
2=. Travis Frederick (C, Dallas) 94
2=. Jason Kelce (C, Philadelphia), 94
4=. David DeCastro (RG, Pittsburgh), 93
4=. Rodney Hudson (C, LA Raiders), 93

Madden 20 proves to be quite the year for the Kelce family: older sibling Travis topped the tight-end charts, and here’s little bro Jason sitting equal-second in the interior lineman countdown. No, Dolphins fans: sadly there isn’t a younger sister who can step in at quarterback. Note the paucity of left guards on the list: the best three are Ali Marpet (Tampa Bay, 88), Joel B♍itonio (Cleveland, 87) and Quenton Nelson (Indianapolis, 87).

Defensive lineman (DT/LE/RE)

1. Aaron Donald (RE, LA Rams), 99
2. JJ Watt (LE, Houston), 97
3. Fletcher Cox (DT, Philadelphia), 96
4. Damon Harrison Sr (DT, Detroit), 95
5=. Calais Campbell (LE, Jacksonville), 92
5= Michael Pierce (DR, Baltimore), 92

Aaron Donald keeps JJ Watt off the mountaintop for the second year running, not that such news will phase Texans fans: their talisman still scores ratings of 99 awareness, 97 strength, 94 power moves and 97 tackling. Next men up in the top ten areಞ Geno Atkins (DT, Cincinnati, 91), Myles Garrett (RE, Cleveland, 91), Cameron Jordan (LE, New Orleans, 91) and Kenny Clark (DT, Green Bay, 💝90).

Linebacker (MLB/ROLB/LOLB)

1=. Khalil Mack (LOLB, Chicago), 99
1=. Bobby Wagner (MLB, Seattle), 99
3. Luke Keuchly (MLB, Carolina), 98
4. Von Miller (LOLB, Denver), 97
5. Jadeveon Clowney (ROLB, Houston), 92

Khalil Mack came close to topping the pile at defensive lineman last year, but a move from Raiders to Bears – and corres꧅ponding position switch – sees him lead the NFL’s linebacker rankings instead. Bobby Wagner overtakes last year’s primo✤ LB Luke Keuchly to share Mack’s gold medal. There’s a big drop from Von Miller in fourth to Jadeveon Clowney in fifth, with Lavonte David (MLB, Tampa Bay, 90) and Deion Jones (MLB, Atlanta, 90) narrowly missing out.

Defensive back (CB/SS/FS)

1. Jalen Ramsey (CB, Jacksonville), 96
2. Earl Thomas III (FS, Baltimore), 95
3=. Stephon Gilmore (CB, New England), 94
3=. Harrison Smith (SS, Minnesota), 94
5. Richard Sherman (CB, San Francisco), 93

It speaks volumes for New England’s ‘team-first’ approach that Gilmore is only the second Patriots player to appear on these top-five lists – despite them winning last season’s Super Bowl. (Un🦂surprisingly, the other is Tom Brady.) Gilmore can’t overhaul Jalen Ramsey from top spot, but those two and Sherman spearhead a strong CB class that also includes Patrick Peterson (Arizona, 92), Byron Jones (Dallas, 91) and Chris Harris Jr (Denver, 90).

Kicker/punter (K/P)

As befits a ꧂player who’s converted 237 of 263 field goal attempts for a 90.1% success rate, Justin Tucker is Madden 20’s outstanding special teamer – the ultimate marriage of thunder foot and twinkle toes. Only Graham Gano (K, Carolina, 79) and Brett Maher (K, Dallas, 74) have more kicking power than Tucker and Hecker, while Kocꦐh and Morstead boast impressive accuracy ratings of 96 and 95 respectively. Remember, guys: laces out. 

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Wondering how to add Brown t𓄧o your roster if not already a Twitch Prime member? Then let us steer you through the process…

1. Your first step is to register for a Twitch account in your . You ne🦩ed to have both Amazon Prime and Twitch Prime to claim your player and any future goodies, so once you’re signed int🧸o Twitch Prime make sure you’re also signed into Amazon Prime. 

2. You’ll 𝓀now be automatically be prompted to confirm that you wish to link your Twitch and Amazon accounts. If that doesn’t occur, go to the top left of the Twitch Prime page and choose the ‘link Twitch account’ option. That will bring up the necessary prompt, and your accounts will be linked. 

3. Next up, head over to your which should be immediately 🤡visible in Twitch Prime, and select Madden 20. Hit ‘claim now’, and you’ll be prompted to sign into your EA Account༒. (If you don’t have one, .) Do that, hit ‘claim’ and the player is all yours - although you need to go into the game itself on your regular format to utilise him.

Note that if you’re not already a Twitch subscriber Prime is free for the first 30 days, but then goes up to $10.99/£7.99 per month. So if you’re🌌 only signing up for the Madden 20 Twitch Prime reward then be♏ sure to cancel well before that 30-day trial ends. 

Brown is the August reward, and those who keep their membership into next month will unlock anoth🧸er Madden 20 exclusive: an Twitch Prime uniform to use💎 in Ultimate Team.  

Madden 20 is out now, with Patrick Mahomes on the box – here's a look at the nine players he beat out to win the 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 20 cover vote.

This year, Tiburon’s sim doesn’t have thr♚ee marquee features to put on the back of the box, but its two major changes and several smaller ones g𒊎o far. Like a former contender going through a rebuilding phase, Madden 20 restores the foundation and promises a deeper and more accessible series for the years ahead. 

A necessary rewrite

Developer EA Tiburon first tried its hand at storytelling with 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden 18’s Longshot. It was a flawed debut but nonetheless left me hopeful for the future. To my eyes, last year’s sequel to Devin Wade’s story was so stunningly bad - Rob-Schneider-as-the-Cowboys-GM-bad - that the whole experiment needed to be blown up. Madden 20 does that. Tiburon has severed all ties with Devin and Colt: Instead, Face of the Franchise is introduced as the new story-driven mode in its place, and it feels a lot more like the fondly remembered Superstar mode from 15 years ago, or more recently, the laissez-faire a❀pproach of NBA 2K.

After creating your quarterback and choosing your college as a blue chip recruit, you’re benched for an even bluer chip for four years. The story feels rushed early on, but knowing what a more hands-on approach looks like, I’ll take it. Eventually, you’re thrust into your first career start in th🐲e playoffs of your senior season. Capping off your college years before you go pro has been a staple of other sports story modes with often great success, and it feels overdue but welcome to finally run around in Madden 20 wearing the jersey of one of 10 major programs like ಌOregon, LSU, and USC.

How you perf༺orm in the playoffs and comb♐ine dictates how early you go on draft day. From there, the rails of the story are removed and the game morphs into regular franchise mode with play limited to your quarterback. One last bit of scripted story comes at the end of your first season, and no matter how you end the year, it’s told succinctly. This brevity is what keeps it compelling. There’s enough to give you context to who your athlete is and where he’s come from, but it doesn’t give you all the poorly written details like Longshot. It lets you fill in the blanks with your own season schedule and career beyond. 

Traditional F🦹ranchise hardly gets any attention – yet again! – with the one notable improvement being more control over how you upgrade your players, as well as more opportunities to do so. Conversꩵations unfold via text messages with the media, your players, and rival stars, and how you respond to them determines what your goals are week to week, and where your XP goes over the season. It’s a minor change built on top of last year’s broader fixes, but sadly annual players know by now to expect nothing more than modest iteration from Franchise as the industry continues its collective burrowing into fantasy card collecting. 

The rich get richer

The NFL prides itself on its league-wide parity, but the delta between great players and the truly elite has never seemed wider. That’s represented in Madden 20 with X-Factors, new abilities that can be activated across all game modes with the league’s 50 most dominant players. Last year’s game brought Superstar passive abilities, and while those return, they now play second string to X-Factor skills likeꦰ Pro Reads, which let QBs like Brady 🐠and Brees see open receivers highlighted on screen, or Unstoppable Force, enabling defenders like Mack and Bosa to blow up opposing linemen faster in the trenches. 

These skills have to b🐬e earned by performing certain feats, usually in ℱbunches of three. Once activated, players are in the “zone” and remain there until the opposition attains cooldown parameters. As X-Factor skills can be wiped out on a single play, the feature seldom feels unbalanced. It might sound like a lot, but as an arcadey representation of sports’ fabled and unseen momentum gauge, it works well. We’ve seen players like Aaron Donald and Tyreek Hill ruin gameplans for three hours every week for years, so this is EA’s way of bringing that to Madden. It does so in a way that adds a new layer to the game no matter how you’re playing it. 

MUT gets GPS

Despite being the lucrative focus of every Madden for nearly a decade, Ulti💦mate Team has never felt accessible, but that’s finally addressed in a clear and helpful way in ✱Madden 20. Missions are the first thing you see when you hit the menus, and they act as the tour guides through MUT’s once-daunting plaza of challenges. In years past, there’s been such a dizzying array of game modes that it’s felt like there’s no jumping-on point for new players. Missions now greet you with the necessary guidance, and though UI redesign doesn’t get its own promotional trailer, it’s a change that players new and old will benefit from, making it more exciting than one may expect.

Every year brings more MUT content than the last, but this year it’s been neatly streamlined. Challenges flow from one to the next with only brief loading screens between them, keeping you engaged since many can be as quick as a single play. However, online play still drives you towards the temptation of (at least) a few purchased card packs. EA would love for you to buy some cards, that’s abundantly clear. It hasn’t made the rate at which you earn them without your debit card any faster - except forꦺ the better UI which keeps you moving more purposefully. MUT is a mode of near-infinite carrots on near-infinite sticks, but at long last, players can better understand how far they are from the carrots they’re chasing.

Building for the future

Few adjustments to this year’s game occur on the field, but that’s okay. Madden has never been better in that regard than it has been over the last three years. This year’s game is more about rounding out the roster for the new era of Madden by improving its accessibility and finding new direction where it was needed. Story mode now has a clear path ahead with the lighter hand of Face of the Franchise, MUT finally feels like something new players can wrap their ꦗheads around, and X-Factors replicate the le༒ague’s game-changing talent in a authentic, effective way. The Pro Bowl is a very welcome, if absurdly late-to-the-party, addition too.

Collectively, it feels like Madden is in the early stages of re-building a perennial contender. Like drafting a left tackle with the first overall pick, the changes to Madden 20 aren’t flashy, but they feel like the right moves to make i💝n order to compete for year🅰s to come.

Reviewed on Xbox One.

Madden has always existed in a strange space between the real, sometimes boring NFL, and the high-octane insanity of NFL Blitz. The franchise bills itself as a simulation, but with game times sliced down by default, and an emphasis on the passing game that leads to huge scores, matchups aren’t nearly as strate💃gic and plodding as they often are on the real NFL gridiron. 

Hoping to make these virtual contests more b♐alanced without sacrificing the excitement of big yardage plays, Madden 17’s ground game has gone through a complete overhaul. Gon🔯e are the days where you point the running back in a direction, wiggle the stick, and hope for the best; you now have much greater control over the runner and can actively engage defenders with more variety than a simple stiff-arm or spin move. 

Once you’ve made contact with a tackler, you now have a real opportunity to break their grasp with some well-timed button mashing. It might sound silly, but in practice it leads to more realistic running plays, as modern NFL backs rarely go down at first contact, and frantically tapping on your controller to squeeze out a few extra inches for a first down can make even the smallest plays feel like a big deal. It’s a welcome change, and makes the rushing options much more appeal﷽ing than in years past.

The passing game has remainedꦺ largely untouched. Timing your pass to hit🐎 a receiver at precisely the right moment, avoiding the pass rush, and occasionally tossing the ball out of bounds to avoid a sack are all key to a successful drive on offense. Playcalling is a simple affair, with a half dozen sorting options to quickly find the play you’re looking for, or you can trust the AI coach and pick one of the recommended plays. 

For those who are less into the on-field grind and more into the meta 🌞of an NFL season, Madden 17 has made some solid upgrades to the love-it-or-hate-it Franchise mode. You pick your team and ride it through an entire NFL season, acting as an omnipotent football genius as you set a season goal, negotiate contracts, and even force your players to play through injuries. The new “lingering injuries” feature lets you push a player back onto the field after they’ve been given the OK by the team doctor, but before they are fully healed. Doing so puts the player at greater risk of reinjury, but getting a superstar back onto the turf can save a season. 

A neat addition to this year’s Franchise mode is the new Play The Moments feature. It’s totally optional, but allows you to take direct control of the outcome of a particularly pivotal play. Say, for instance, that your Wild Card playoff spot depends entirely on a 4th-and-goal play. Instead of simulating the outcome, you’ll be tossed into the 🌳game and given the chance to play that specific down, putting your team’s success or failure entirely on your shoulders. It’s a nice way to feel connected to the outcome of games even when you’re more focused on big picture decisions like signing players or managing your new practice squad. 

Madden Ultimate Team, where you buy player packs akin to trading cards, fill your roster, and play against others who may or may not have a much, much better team than you, is largely identical to its previous iteration. The pack-opening animations are new, and there are now fireworks, so at least tha♓t’s something, right? MUT is definitely for the most hardcore of the Madden faithful, and the payoff for building an unstoppable team is the ability to relentlessly destroy online opponents. 

Speaking of online play, Madden 17 continues the series’ recent tradition of typically lag-free matchups, though if you’re a particularly skilled player you’ll still often find yourself on the receiving end of a “Your opponent has disconnected” error message. Th𒉰ere’s not much EA can do about those, unfortunately. 

But as solid as Madden 17 is, there are still a few issues that, like a pulled hamstring, continue to linger. The new announcers, like the old announcers, suffer from stilted conversation and cheesy dialogue. Listening to a paiꦰr of football gurus mindlessly banter during a real NFL game is cringe-worthy enough as it is, but when that same inane chatter is distracting you from picking your next play, it’s even more annoying. If the bad commentary is 🌠an attempt at realism, I think we’re better off without it. 

Then there’s the player animations, which will repeatedly remind you that you’re playing a sports game with digital, plastic players. When standing up from a tackle, players will often slide and pivot while their f🅠eet remain frozen, and after a group collision you’re likely to see at least a few of them lay flat on their back with their hands at their sides, waiting for other players to move so they can perform their own stand-up-and-walk-away animation. These are issues that have existed in sports games for many, many years, but if you were hoping for a more immersive and believable experience this time around, it’s simply not here. 

Those relatively minor niggles aside, Madden 17 makes a convincing argument that it’s not just another annual roster update. With sole ownership of the NFL license for over a decade now, EA’s Madden franchise has long since had any kind of real competition. In the time since acquiring those exclusive rights, the series has been occasionally accused of phoning it in and failing to make significant progress, year to year. With major changes to some of the game’🐠s core mechanics, and an impressive revamp of the now marquee Franchise Mode, Madden 17 has done its best to avoid any such accusations, and succeeded.

Madden NFL 17 was reviewed on Xbox One.

Included in that team list is EA Tiburon. The developer's latest edition has come in for as much flak as Eddie Lacy faiꦕrly standard, for an annual sports release in the social media age and there are many fan suggestions for how i🌼t can avoid another Dolphins-like transitional season. Across the following slides, we analyse the best.

New England&apo🅰s;s Stephen Gostkowski hadn't missed an extra point kick in ten years before slicing one wide in the AFC Championship game. As a direct result, the Patriots later had to attempt a two-point conversion to level with Denver and their failure to convert it sent them home, and the Broncos to the Super Bowl. One kick. Endless repercussions and theories on what might have been. Such events don't occur in Madden, because the right-stick kicking game is semi-automatic.

A late-game field goal for the win is one of the most exciting and stressful moments in football, and Madden has made it routine, explains TexasHomeBoy1. As long as you have a high kick power, you will be one of the best kickers in the game. In Madden 17, kickers have to feel more authentic and challenging. I'd love to see a QTE-style mini-game for field goals and extra point ﷺattempts, where kicks close to goal require a simple sequence of button presses X to snap, X to hold, X to kick but those further away get more complex dependent on a kicker's accuracy and clutch ratings. Heavy Rain-style finger-breaking in order to nail a last minute 53-yarder? Ouchee, but good.

GR+ verdict: Kicking has become one of the most tedious, routine elements of Madden, and is in desperate need of an overhaul. This has to hap𒀰pen.

In real life, coaches can challenge and demand an instant replay of nigh-on any aspect of every play, twice per match. In ESPN NFL 2K🌱5, coaches could challenge and demand an instant replay of nigh-on any aspect of𝐆 every play, twice per match. In Madden NFL 16 sometimes theres an option to challenge the spot of the ball, or an incomplete pass. Often, theres no way of knowing exactly what youre even challenging. Brilliant.

At the very least, the challenge option should specify what e𝓀lement(s) of the play will be reviewed, assesses . So the option shouldn't just say 'Challenge play', but 'Challenge the spot of the ball', or "Challenge the fumble. Elements that can be challenged should include spot of the ball, stepped out of bounds, down by contact/fumble, catch/no catch, catch in/out of bounds, incomplete pass/fumble, illegal forward pass, and hit while the arm was moving.

GR verdict: A salient reꦑminder that an 11-year old PS2 game still does some things better than modern Madden🧸. Detail is everything, and this is a critical series addition.

To its credit, Tiburon has tried many different methods of introducing lifelike physics to Madden over the years, even bringing aboard former NFL offensive lineman Clint Oldenburg full-time in January 2012. It's improved year-on-year, but still doesnt feel quite right, and user Spookyweezel pinpoints one of the reasons why: the m𒈔omentum of two players with differing weights smashing into each other isnt correctly replicated.

A back like Adrian Peterson going head up against Brent Grimes [should] have a different outcome than Darren Sproles hitt🐻ing Ndamukong Suh. ESPN NFL 2K5 [which handled these collisions realistically] shouldnt be the go-to game for this anymore. His analysis of line play is similarly accurate: The fight in the trenches needs to be just that: a fight til the end of the play. There is no rip, move, struggle. Madden linemen look like they are dancing with one another its pointless to even play as a defensive lineman.

GR+ verdict: Improvements have been made with each year since Oldenburgs appointment, and ar༒e likely coming again in 17. Nailing the heft of a huge defensive tackle like Suh would be a satisfying step forwards if it happens.

Home advantage is𓆉 a big deal in the NFL. Seattle's CenturyLink Field was designed so that 70% of its seats are covered by parabola-shaped canopies, meaning almost all sound produced (often 130+ decibels, i.e. bloody loud) is amplified back towards the field of play. In this environment, opposition quarterbacks are notorious for turning toilet. Kansas City and Denver are also known for mercilessly noisy followings. Yet Madden has never tried to replicate these despite having done so, very successfully, in its now-defunct college football series.

There was nothing better than playing in the Swamp [Florida] or the Big House [Michigan] on NCAA Football, writes RoDogz17 on . QBs and WRs struggled to make audibles and snap the ball, the routes were jagged when you pulled up the play art, and the screen shook frantically. This was an amazing feature that took me from the couch in my living room to Death Valley in Baton 💧Rouge. It truly was, and its continuing Madden absence is befuddling.

GR+ verdict: Essential. If the worry is it offending online players, make the feature specif♐ic to franchise mode. There's no such thing as 'overly realistic'.

Casual gamers who owned Mega Drive-era Madden remember it for two reasons: throwing a Hail Mary on every passing down, and its comedy ambulance. Blaring sirens, the latter would drive on🔯to the field after an injury, steam through any player in its path, and then hare off again, usually leaving behind the guy who was first crocked. In retrospect, it probably wasnt the most tasteful thing to celebrate a major injury," a producer told after its 2001 removal. "And this w🍌as in the era before concussion awareness that we have today.

Given that its loss was specifically requested by the NFL, the chances of its return are nil. That doesnt mean realistic injuries should be ignored in world of virtual pigskin. Bring back career ending injuries, requests Mfjayhimself, but give the player a choice [of having them switched on or off]. Injuries, especially for linemen, need to happen away from the ball, elaborates Mike Lowe on . This is a fantastic point: non-contact injuries are among the most꧋ dangerous in the real sport, yet rarely if ever seen in Madden.

GR verdict: My favourite Madden 06 memory is winning the Super Bowl with DJ Shockley after Mike Vick was lost for a year. Without proper injuries in Madden, that kindꦛ of achievement isnt possible. Any kind of change would be welcome.

Happy personal memory from the mid-2000s: importing NCAA Football from the States in order to play through seasons with talented college players, then export the draft class to Ma🐼dden to see how said stars fared in the NFL. That feature, like NCAA, is long gone, and not for the better. Instead, the pool of new players each season in franchise mode is fictional, dampening realism with each passing year.

While the lack of an NCAA license prevents EA supplying correct player names in a draft class, even a basic in-game editor (name, height, weight, college, position) would get around this. On , JO122194 makes a conclusive case: Creating a feature that allows you to edit a random generated roster in the same game in no way, shape or form effects the NCAA or anyones likeness in it. NBA 2K has had this EXACT feature for over five years now. If any of you are familiar with the guys from 2K, imagine that with Madden, says Richard 2001. The lack of variety would be solved if wℱe could create and upload draft classes.

GR+ verdict: 🎃How do you not invest in the one thing asked for above everythi൲ng else? writes . Our view matches his.

No room for my input here. Too many essential fan ideas. Allow the resigning of players mid-season like in Madden 12, requests Yazan Gable on . And allow the editing of players m꧟id-season like in Madden 12. A real ca🗹reer mode like 07 on Xbox PS2, with drills and the combine, is the wish of iruleall15 on . Fix Head Coach contracts. Holdouts. Suspensions. Proper progression and regression. Bring back co-ordinators!

More: Playable Pro Bowl, from super.fly on . More realistic contracts, says KickassJohnson on the s♏ame site. Allow for restructuring so QBs are💦nt half the payroll Doug Martin staying in Tampa [] would never happen in Madden. In the game, if you dont hit the magic dollar amount, a player is gone. Or just copy a template everyone loved: If they input the [engine] from Head Coach 09 into Madden it would (instantly) be much better, opines bdman on . He isnt wrong.

GR+ verdict: Taking these suggestions in order: Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. G🌜od yes. Yes. Yes. And yes.

With Legends such as Dan Marino no🐲w available in Madden Ultimate Team, EA has moved away from including classic teams like the 85 Bears. And given taken out by a class action group of 6,000 retired players over unauthorised usage of their likenesses, that decision is unlikely to be reversed this year. But in an ideal world, DOOMHAMMER152 has a diamond suggestion for reigniting franchise mode.

Start in the year 2000 with the correct roster [from] that time. When you finish the first season, the draft class is that of 2001, and so on until the present day, he explains. We would be able to play as Madden greats like Michael Vick, LaDanian Tomlinson, Ray Lewis, Shaun Alexander, and Brett Favre in their prime with updated graphics. What would have happened if Tim Couch was drafted by Pittsburgh? Or the Browns drafted Big ܫBen? Could you make JaMarcus Russell the best QB in the NFL or Andrew Luck a bust?

GR+ verdict: No chance for 17, or indeed the next 2-3 seasons, but theres the thread of a great idea here. How about being able to relive the 1988 season in it💮s entirety when Maddens 30th anniversary rolls around in two years' t𓃲ime?

Sports games can never have too much detail. In GR+'s recent piece on FIFA 17, I lauded a seemingly odd fan request for improved goal nets specifically because that kind of above-and-beyond commitment to the minutiae of real sport is exactly what makes MLB: The Show incredible. If Madden is to return to its mid-2000s heyday, its team needs to develop a similarly obsessive eye. Begi⛦nning with a 90-foot-square patch of Californian sand.

The home field of my favourite team, the Oakland Raiders, has a baseball diamond on it in 🧔August and September, writes NatureBoy2323 on . The PS2 and Xbox versions on Madden had it, but it's been missing since the move to PS3 and Xbox 360. I would love to see its return. While on the subject, let's also bring back pitch conditions properly affecting play. In Madden 08, when you played in wind or snow by the end [players'] jerseys and pants would be muddy and [they] would be slipping all over the place, writes TD Barrett for .

GR+ verdict?: The more detail, the ♍better. Always. A𝓀nd if it has an effect on the actual playing of matches too, perfect.

GR+ recently simmed Super Bowl 50, and got 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Denver winning 24-14 an almost identical score to the real one. But towards the end of this AI vs AI face-off, the dumbest thing imaginable happened. Carolina scored a touchdown with a minute to play, and rather th🐟an onside kick, booted possession back to Denver in essence gift-wrapping the Lombardi trophy. That event is symptomatic of the baffling design showcased regularly inside the final two minutes of Madden matches for nearly three decades.

It has to be changed, and naturally fans agree. [EA needs to] maintain the accelerated clock inside the two-minute drill, in order to prevent using the play-call screen to instantly telephort to the line of scrimmage, writes Mega Bears Fan. Hes correct, as is TexasHomeBoy1: You are down 3 with 15 seconds left and out of timeouts. You complete a pass over the middle, but as you hurry everyone to the line [for the tying field goal], time runs out because the players have to get into Maddens exact spike formation. In the NFL, teams dont go to a set formation, just ge🦂t to the line as fast as they can.

GR+ verdict: Two of many examples where Madden goes loopy inside the final two minutes of each half. Sadly this stufℱf has happened for years, so expect little to change in 17.

You know how many Brit football fans still consider mid-2000s PES its best years? 🔴The same is true across the pond, for Johnboy's NFL series. It featured defensive assignments that worked correctly. Restricted free agents in career mode, which still haven't made PS3 or PS4. Historical teams. And instead of tuneless dirge a brilliant radio show between matches which analysed both your last game and events around the league.

On , Spookyweezel advocates taking this model and injecting a contemporary flavour. Something like E🍌SPN NFL Primetime, or N🐬FL Live. Coaches and players call in for interviews and talk about the game. And a weekly Twitter feed that discusses contracts expiring, and rumours and trades or releases. He then lifts one more strong idea from the retro well: A return to the [pre-match] positional breakdown from Madden 05, where it would tell you about each player's strengths and weaknesses for the upcoming game. That was great too, actually. What a game.

GR+ verdict: Yes to everything. If Madden 17 were little more than an HD reꦺskin of Madden 05 with up💙dated rosters, this would suffice.

For years, regular Madden players have clamored for better interactions between receivers and defenders. As offensive line blocking – another longtime Madden source of frustration – dramatically improved last year, the spotlight shone briꦦghtly on these thoroughly lacking downfield pass mechanics. Madden 16 attempts to address them, with varying degrees of success. On the plus side, you’ve got nifty tools at your fingertips to influence the results at the end of a pass, including the ability to aggressively go for the ball or position yourself to pick up yards after the catch. These cause all sorts of mayhem, and the organic interactions between players (and the ensuing unpredictable bounces of the ball) are refreshing. The flip side is that good receivers have a tremendous advantage over their defenders and the number of wild, one-handed catches by players of all types happens far too often. A bit of balance is still needed.

Tackling also feels different and, for the most part, better this season. Players can break out of tackles regularly, which increases the need for two or more defenders to converge on a ballcarrier. The physics of the one-two punch of tacklers flying in from different directions is impressive, and the use of leverage and positioning to bring someone down is presented well. Quarterback accuracy ratings actually matter this season, too. Only the best passers will get the ball into 𝓰the right spot every time, a stark coꦫntrast to years past when cavemen like Tim Tebow could drill receivers in the hands.

Many of these improvem♒ents have been mapped to additional player controls, which puts Madden close to NBA 2K in terms of overall complexity. Bumpers combined with face buttons allow for modified pass types for quarterbacks, and the receiver-defensive back interactions call for button presses while the ball is traveling in the air. On top of the already-dense set of base controls,☂ this will be overwhelming to those who haven’t played the game in recent years; conversely, series veterans like me appreciate the additional layers of influence they'll have on the on-field action.

The difficulty level is higher this year too. While the CPU will still occasionally make some strange decisions on offense, the AI has stepped up its game. The default All💯-Pro difficulty level gives you a challenging game on both sides of the ball, mixing the run and the pass well, making better use of individual team strengths, and is generally just tougher to beat.

The Franchise mode remains👍 the heart of the series for many, and while it is (by far) the best overall sports game experience to participate with friends in a competitive, persistent environment, several of th🀅e design decisions made this year are questionable. At the forefront is the new goal system for each drive; accomplishing certain tasks helps level up your players and coach, which allows you to upgrade them as the season moves along. While the concept is a good one, the implementation is lacking. Many of the goals simply don’t make football sense, such as having to get the ball to a specific receiver three times in a drive or being required to pass for a touchdown. They wind up distracting you from your main goal, which is scoring and managing the clock by any means possible.

On the other hand, the introduction of Free Practice mode is a revelation. As season꧅s move along and your team becomes populated with unknown draft picks and free agents, the ability to take them on the practice field and test their skills is outstanding. A re-tooled scouting system is enjoyable as well, letting you quickly take a look at the traits of collegiate players and unlocking their attributes with ease. Unfortunately, the removal of the ability to delegate Game Prep responsibilities adds a few unnecessary minutes of time before every game, and the overall Confidence system that Game Prep is meant to help navigate remains uneven. I certainly can’t get into the mind of an NFL player, but I imagine that a couple of bad games won’t make a skilled professional football player lose half their confidence; frankly, I wouldn’t be surprised if the entire Confidence mechanism is scrapped within a year or two.

For the first time in years, an all-new mode has been introduced. Draft Champions is a hybrid of fantasy football and Ultimate Team, allowing you to pick from a series of coaches and players to quickly assemble a squad to then take online and climb leaderboards. It’s a better way to enjoy battling people online, as most stanꩲdard head-to-head games wind up featuring just a handful of the best NFL teams 🦩like the Seahawks and Patriots. With no long term commitment – your squad stays together for just a handful of games, then you get to pick a new one – and no monetization pressure, it is a fun bridge between traditional online games and the ever-present Ultimate Team. Whether or not it maintains long-term appeal will depend upon how well it is supported after launch; the development team would be smart to sprinkle in new players on a regular basis in order to keep things interesting.

What’s ironic about Madden these days is that the more it improves, the more its legacy issues – even the small ones – stand out. For example, the visuals are sharper and more detailed than ever, but the in-game crowds and television-style commentary are ordinary. On-field physics produce incredibly powerful collisions, but awkward body movements persist when players pick themselves up after a play is dead. Penalties occur at a realistic pace now (which, considering how much I hate penalties in real NFL games is a particular downer for me), yet an unfortunate bug causes at least o🐬ne encroachment flag per game as an oblivious defensive lineman walks right into his offensive counterpart before the ball is snapped. Despite the overall level of improvement, there’s room for people to quickly point out a bunch of little nagging things in Madden that don’t seem to be wrong with titles like MLB The Show and NBA 2K.

Madden NFL 16 is strong title that demonstrates the development team’s commitment to building a fundamentally sound core game, mostly avoiding the siren’s song of sexy-sounding features that are short on suꦇbstance. Madden supports its core Franchise mode players well while also catering to the ever-growing (and vitally important) numbers of Ultimate Team fanatics, and even attempts to bridge the tꦆwo with an interesting new online mode. Despite some design decisions I don’t love, there’s no doubt that I’ll once again be playing against my friends in fun, competitive matches for the next twelve months. Madden is not the best sports game on the market, but its steady rise is inarguable.

Madden Ultimate Team (MUT) is an absolute monster. Since making its debut as a downloadable add-on in Madden NFL 11, it has evolved to become one of the most popular ways to play the game. E🔯ntire communities have sprung up around it, playing their version of card-collecting fantasy football 12 months a yཧear.

MUT allows you to collect all of your favourite current NFL players plus🧸 some of the greatest legends in NFL history and pit them against offline and online competition. One of the biggest reasons MUT has become so popular is that it brings back childhood memories of buying packs of sports cards at the neighbourhood convenience store and comparing them with your friends. It’s also a living mode, constantly updated from the day that Madden launches up to and through the calendar year.

Many people, however, get intimidated by MUT. Some don’t quite know how to get started, while others may get lost along the way. It can be tough sometimes to move from one level to the other, especially 𝕴with so many nuances to the mode. Money is also a factor; Ultimate Team can be played without spending additional money, but there’s always a temptation to pay to get access to things you want. MUT makes it easy--too easy?--to drop extra cash.

This guide will take care of all those problems. We will give you the knowledge to go from a MUT newbie all the way to a champion by teaching you the basics. Even better, we’ll add some key pro-tips to make your team theꦍ best it can possibly be--and hopefully not put a dent into your wallet. So ho🐽p in!

Table of Contents:

• Page 1: Introduction
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 2: Getting Started
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 3: Objectives
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 4: Ultimate Team Currency
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 5: Solo Challenges
• Page 6: Badges, Item Sets, and Packs
• Page 7: Picking Players for your Ultimate Team
• Page 8: Attributes to make your team amazing
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 9: Looking for MUT cards
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 10: Summary

Getting Started

When you first log into Madden Ultimate Team, you’ll be asked to pick a team. This will determine your default Home / Away jerseys 🐷as well as your stadium. After that, you’ll be asked to select one Play Style; this determines which of🐼 the NFL’s Rookie Class will be put on your team at the beginning, along with your Head Coach and 3 other players that complement your Style.

Play Style is a key element of MUT teamꦆ constru🧸ction. As you gain more players that fit your chosen Play Style, your team will receive a ratings boost to certain stats.

Play Style – NFL Rookie You Receive

• Short Pass: Browns’ QB Johnny Manziel
• Long Pass: Bills’ WR Sammy Watkins
• Ground and Pound: 49ers’ HB Carlos Hyde
• Speed Run: Titans’ HB Bishop Sankey
• Zone Defense: Packers’ FS Ha Ha Clinton-Dix
• Man Defense: Bengals’ CB Darqueze Dennard
• Pass Rush: Raiders’ ROLB Khalil Mack
• Run Stuff: Texans’ RE Jadeveon Clowney

PRO TIP - Starting with Ground and Pound is a solid choice. When you start playing Solo Challenges the fastest way to win them is to go with running plays and chewing the clock. While Carlos Hyde may not be the fasted HB (83 SPEED), he does have good ratings in Carrying (87) and Truck (86) that will allow him to grind out first downs.

Every player you get has a host of attributes, from Speed to Strength and dozens of others. A player’s overall rating is a nice quick view into his value, but individual attributes are more important than others for different players. Based upon the Play Style that you ch⛦oose, your players will receive additional boosts to their attributes.

Play Style – Boosted Attributes

• Short Pass: Pass Block (PBK) and Catch In Traffic (CIT)
• Long Pass: Pass Block (PBK) and Route Running (RTE)
• Ground and Pound: Run Block (RBK) and Trucking (TRK)
• Speed Run: Run Block (RBK) and Elusiveness (ELU)
• Zone Defense: Play Recognition (PRC) and Zone Coverage (ZCV)
• Man Defense: Play Recognition (PRC) and Man Coverage (MCV)
• Pass Rush: Block Shedding (BKS) and Pursuit (PUR)
• Run Stuff: Tackle (TAK) and Block Shedding (BKS)

Jump to Section:

• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 1: Introduction
• Page 2: Getting Started
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 3: Objectives
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 4: Ultimate Team Currency
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 5: Solo Challenges
• Page 6: Badges, Item Sets, and Packs
• Page 7: Picking Players for your Ultimate Team
• Page 8: Attributes to make your team amazing
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 9: Looking for MUT cards
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 10: Summary

Objectives

Once your Play S🌄tyle has been finalized, you’re taken though a quick tutorial around the menus. You’ll start by going through the new Objectives list, which is set up to help new players to the mode. This will walk you through opening your Welcome Pack, adding an item to a Set (this year’s version of Collections), generating your Best Lineup and getting you started on your first Solo Challen💮ge.

When you’ve completed the first Objective list, a second will appear. Complete all of these except for the onꦛe about completing a Head To Head Seasons game.

PRO TIP - The fastest way to lose interest in MUT is to go online with a 60 overall team and get rolled. From personal experience, it would be wise to not go into Head To Head Seasons until your team is around 80 overall and you’ve had time to learn your players.

Great idea--but you might then ask “How do you get to an 80 overall team?”. Here is where you have🌌 to realize that creating the Ultimate Team is a marathon, not a sprint. Unless you have vast amounts of real money that you feel like handing to EA, that is. In that case, you can become Usain Bolt in the Olympics. But that’s probably not you.

Coincidentally, this is where your first decision on spe🐲nding real money comes into play.

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• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 2: Getting Started
• Page 3: Objectives
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 4: Ultimate Team Currency
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 5: Solo Challenges
• Page 6: Badges, Item Sets, and Packs
• Page 7: Picking Players for your Ultimate Team
• Page 8: Attributes to make your team amazing
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 9: Looking for MUT cards
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 10: Summary

Ultimate Team Currency

Madden Ultimate Team has two types of curren🌱cy - Points and Coins. 😼Coins are earned in game by playing MUT games and selling cards on the Auction House (more on this later). They can be used to buy packs and cards on the Auction House. Points, on the other hand, are purchased with real money, and can only be used to buy Madden Ultimate Team packs and bundles of packs from the store.

If you want to spend money on Madden Points, well, yo🅠u’re not alone. This year it is estimated tha♕t Madden Ultimate Team will generate over nearly $50 million in revenue for EA.

It’sꦕ also recommended that, if you do spend money, do so responsibly. There are people that spend hundreds of dollars on Ultimate Team every year. You don’t want to do that--and you don’t need to. Not with this Tips Guide!

PRO TIP - Spending money in MUT is not necessarily “pay to win”. You can get coins and build a great squad without spending a single dollar. Going into the Solo Challenges menu and playing these will net you coins - and some will even get you cards for your team.

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• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 2: Getting Started
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 3: Objectives
• Page 4: Ultimate Team Currency
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 5: Solo Challenges
• Page 6: Badges, Item Sets, and Packs
• Page 7: Picking Players for your Ultimate Team
• Page 8: Attributes to make your team amazing
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 9: Looking for MUT cards
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 10: Summary

Solo Challenges

Playing Solo Challenges is the best way to build your Ultimate Team in the early days of your experience without the stress of playing a live opponent online. Training Camp solos are an excellent starting point. There are 33 of them, and each will win you 1,000 coins, 💧a Silver player from the team you defeated, and a Training Camp Collectible that is used towards a Silver version of the teams coach.

This level of solo is pretty easy. The games are on Rookie difficulty and the teams have very low overalls. Simply grind theᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚ clock down and play some solid defense and these will be cake.

After the Training Camps, you’re going to want to go through a team’s Regular Season Challenges. Regular Season solos are broken into groups by team, and will cover the first 8 games on the team’s schedule. By completing these eight games ranging from Rookie to All-Pro difficulty, you’ll net yourself 17,000 coins, a Gold rated player from that team, a badge, and player packs plus a Regulꦑar Season Collectible. That Collectible goes into a Set that gets you the Gold version of the team’s coach with boosted Play Style points.

PRO TIP - When doing Regular Season challenges, make sure you check the style of the Gold coach you will get at the end. Having Gold Coaches with a Play Style boost will make it a lot easier to complete the Play Style Master Solo Challenges and Item Set, which require a 90 rating to complete. After completing all 32 Style Solos, you’ll receive 95 rated versions of Peyton Manning and Luke Kuechly. BOOM!

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• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 2: Getting Started
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 3: Objectives
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 4: Ultimate Team Currency
• Page 5: Solo Challenges
• Page 6: Badges, Item Sets, and Packs
• Page 7: Picking Players for your Ultimate Team
• Page 8: Attributes to make your team amazing
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• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 10: Summary

Badges, Item Sets, and Packs

While completing Item Sets, Solo Challenges and Head to Head Season games you’ll notice that part of your reward will𓃲 contain Badges. These are necessary for completing almost any Item Set. There are 4 levels of Badge; Bronze, Silver, Gold and Elite. You can also trade in 10 of a level to get one badge of a hi🔥gher level. There are Item Sets located in the Vault to do this.

While in the Vault, thಞere you can see how many badges are required for sets. When traded in, these can get you awesomꦚe Flashback players, such as a 1999 version of Champ Bailey, Alternate Jerseys, or even “Quicksell” packs that can get you coin rewards.

PRO TIP - As you beat these challenges, whenever you reach 7,500 coins purchase a Pro Pack from the store. This will get you 1 player that is Gold or better, 2 that are Silver or better, 3 that are Bronze or better, as well as a mix of Team cards (stadiums, playbooks, coaches). Since your team has such a low overall to start with, this will be the fastest way to build up your squad.

After you beat all the Training Camp Solo♏ Challenges and buy a few packs, your team is starting to look better. Now you can being targeting individual players rather than just getting packs.

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• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 3: Objectives
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 4: Ultimate Team Currency
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 5: Solo Challenges
• Page 6: Badges, Item Sets, and Packs
• Page 7: Picking Players for your Ultimate Team
• Page 8: Attributes to make your team amazing
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• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 10: Summary

Picking players for your Ultimate Team

This is one of the first places that new MUT players start to get lost, so here are some important points a🍰bout picking players for your squad without breaking the bank.

Fast, But Not Too Fast, QBs - It’s great to have a QB with amazing 90+ speed to run around with when you get in trouble in the pocket, but is tꦚhat really the best thing? Try getting a better passing QB with a speed rating between 80-85. He’ll still be able to escape the pocket and move around in a jam, and if you run the Read Option, he༺’ll also have a much higher chance of not being targeted by a defender.

Individual Attributes, Not Overalls - This year, more than ever, individual ratings are more more important that player Overalls. When you ar🌳e looking at cards on on the Auct🥂ion House, press X / A to bring up the card information and hit L1 / LT to see all of the players Attributes.

Timing Is Everything - The best deals on cards are when promotions are going on. More people are buying packs, and putting up the extra cards on the marketplace. Everyone will be trying to undercut the last person that put that card up for sale. This is the perfect time to sneak in and get a card under the normal market value. From there, you can sit on the card, and try to r﷽e-sell it for a profit when a promotion is not going on. Usually MUT promotions happen on the weekends, so that is the🍷 time to strike.

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• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 3: Objectives
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 4: Ultimate Team Currency
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• Page 6: Badges, Item Sets, and Packs
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• Page 8: Attributes to make your team amazing
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Key player attributes to make your team amazing

As we said earlier, there are dozens of individual player attributes. How do you know what to look for? Luckily, we’v💙e done the work for you. Here’s what you need to focus on finding ✤when you’re on the hunt for individual players by position.

Key Positional Attribute Ratings

• QB - Short Accuracy / Deep Accuracy
• HB - Truck / Catch
• FB - Run Block / Impact Block
• TE - Route Running / Run Block
• WR - Catch In Traffic / Speed
• OL - Run Block / Pass Block
• DE - Power/Finesse / Block Shed
• DT - Block Shed / Strength
• ROLB - (3-4 scheme) Power/Finesse Moves / Hit Power, (4-3 scheme) Zone Coverage / Hit Power
• MLB - Tackle / Speed / Agility
• CB - Speed / Zone Coverage
• FS/SS - Pursuit / Hit Power

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• Page 6: Badges, Item Sets, and Packs
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• Page 8: Attributes to make your team amazing
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• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 10: Summary

Looking for MUT cards

Thereꦺ are꧅ two main ways to look for cards you want.

If you’re working to complete an Item Set, you can press X/A to Find Item righ♒t from the Set 🐠page if a card is missing. This will bring up all the cards in the auction house matching that item.

You can also go into the Auction House from Marketplace page and selecting the Auctions and Trades tile. From there click on Auction House and narrow down your search by Type, Player Name, Quality, Team, Play Style or Program. The Auction House is๊ exactly what it sounds like – a place where you bid on cards against other players with coins. Patience is a virtue here. Or money. Lots and l♊ots of money.

You can acquire a player by either winning an auction or buying them outright with the Buy Now option. From there you can Compare it to other items in your Item Binder (where all your cards / collectibles / badges are held), Equip it as the starter for your team, Extend Contracts i🎀n case the player/coach is running low on them, Add To Set, or Auction, Trade or Quicksell it.

You’re on your way!

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• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Page 3: Objectives
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Summary

Madden Ultimate Team is an ever-evolving mode. New cards, Solo Challenges, Item Sets, and players are constantly being made available. In addition to that, new Legends such as the recently-added Ahman Green and Otto Graham have made their way into the MUT world. In order to stay on top of these things, it’s a great idea to follow on Twitter and taking note of the tiles when you log into Ultimate Team. The toꦅp right tile on the Live menu will inform you of u༒pdates to the mode.

Madden Ultimate Team has been made ꦓmore accessible and user-friendly than ever, and it’s a very different way to play the game. Enjoy--and don’t go spending money likeꦰ a fool!

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Analytics are all the rage in real-world sports these days, and Madden 15 delivers them in a big way. Information is presented to you in real time, and much of it takes place as you’re walking towards the line of scrimmage. A nifty right stick-driven analysis module allows you to judge matchups and check tendencies before you snap the ball, giving you actionable data about potential success points or risky choices. If the right side of your lin🍃e is struggling to block an overpowering defensive lineman, you’ll know this immediately and can make adjustments; conversely, if your slot receiver has a big speed advantage against a defender, you can tinker with his route and exploit that weakness. Even if you’re just observing, the coaching tool becomes a go-to feature every play. The effect is immediate and positive, as you learn to make sense of w𝔉hat’s presented then employ tactics based on the feedback.

When the whistle is blown, Madden serves up the plays called by the offense and defense so you can determine what worked or failed. This information may seem ෴trivial, but it's vitally important to players yearning to understand how to be more successful. It puts powerful information in your hands; if your opponent is calling the same few defensive plays over and over again, you’ll know and can then plot a counter-attack. Opponent strategies are laid bare--just as they are to observant coaches in the real-world NFL--and your success ultimately comes down to your ability to call the right plays and executing them properly.

Longtime Madden veterans definitely have their work cut out for them in the play-calling department, as the new menu system for selecting your personnel and strategy takes some time to process, especialꦕly when analytics are served up at the same time. Madden is more intent than ever on making play recommendations, and now that it backs them up with quantitative reasons for its suggestions, it feels like you’re the head coach watching an offensive or defensive coordinator sending in the plays. It’s very easy let Madden pick every play for you, and veterans of the series may resent the need to do more work to drill down into formations and specific calls. Conversely, newcomers are given a much clearer idea of what may be a good idea to run and why. Regardless, the navigation here is a drastic change from a decade-old template. It's easy to read because the visuals are extremely large and in your face, but a more toned-down approach woulꦺd have made the system feel less busy.

Offensive tempo is another big part of modern football, and the mജost welcome improvement to play-calling comes in the form of new settings that let you tweak the pace of your games. Madden NFL 15 features two Tempo toggles--‘No Huddle’ and ‘Chew Clock’ (in addition to the default of ‘Normal’). ‘No Huddle’ makes your offense get to th✤e line quickly and forces the defense to do the same, while ‘Chew Clock’ automatically brings the play clock down to 10 seconds as you break the huddle. There are clear advantages and disadvantages to both settings. If you go no huddle and speed up the pace, you can wear down defenses and catch them off guard. However, you can’t change your personnel while doing so, and are limited in the variety of plays you can call. On the other hand, chewing the clock eliminates those awkward late-game “just standing around to kill time” moments everyone hates. The downside is the defense gets time to rest and there are precious few seconds to make any adjustments. These nifty additions are easy to turn on and off as the situation changes, and add a good deal of strategy to every drive.

Of course, analytics and play-calling improvements aren’t worth much if the core gameplay doesn't hold its own. Fortunately, Madden builds on its new-gen debut. The offensive and defensive line play continues to improve, as your abiജlity to find running lanes and hit t🅘hem feels true-to-life. Momentum and physics prevent your ability to slash and cut into holes as quickly as you may like, but they resemble how real players move and react. Running up the middle seems a bit easier this season, and it’s definitely tougher to net those big yards on outside tosses and stretch runs.

Passing remains a challenge, however. Interceptions are still too prevalent, especially in some one-on-one situations where receivers don't fight for the ball and corners have too much of an advantage. This can be counterbalanced, of course; it just takes practice and impeccable timing to consistently complete throws. There are times when you’ll swear you made thꦉe pass at the right moment to an open receiver only to be foiled by a linebacker or defensive back. Simply put, Madden gives no q🐻uarter to sloppy passes--you will be punished for mistakes.

When you take a step back from the field, it’s easy to spot some nice improvements to the overall presentation as well. Madden 15 looks and sounds better in every way, from the opening montages to the television-style stat graphics to the cutaways of coaches and individual players. Stadiums have been upgraded too, incorporating much better jumbotrons that finally replace the outdated ones Madden has been saddled with for years. The player models are notic🥂eably improved, and many stars are immediately recognizable in the way that they run or throw. Stadium crowds are more alive, and the lack of in-game cutscenes in favor of showing the a💜ction “live” is a breath of fresh air.

The heart of Madden remains its Connected Franchise Mode, where you and your friends can be a player, coach, or owner. While little has changed at the high level from the past couple of seasons, thಌere are dozens of nuanced modifications that longtime fans will notice--for better or worse. The most drastic is the elimination of Practice in favor of a Game Plan, a feature that allows you to target various metrics such as Confidence to improve player attributes and increase XP. Its implementation is a bit clunky--the menus don’t make it readily apparent how influential your decisions are, and you’re never quite sure if you’ve completed your tasks for the week--and the overall results are difficult to measure. On the plus side, things happening around the league (such as your team’s upcoming schedule) are referenced on-screen more often during games, adding desperately needed context to your experience. Overall, Connected Franchise Mod🐻e remains a deep mode for players online and off; every major sports game should have similar experiences.

Naturally, the revenue-generating Ultimate Team mode--a combination of fantasy football and card collecting that lets you take a custom-built team online against other players--gets more attention every year. This season, it’s evident EA wants to bring in as many players as possible. Menus have been dramatically simplifi🥃ed, and there are less “walls” around the various aspects of the mode. Newcomers to the mode are given better tools to navigate, while veterans will appreciate the consolidation of actions.

Madden NFL 15 does a lot of things ꩵright. The overall presentation makes a nice leap from last year’s new-gen debut, and while longtime players may have some challenges with new play-calling options, the analyti♛cal data at your fingertips is a welcome addition. Connected Franchise Mode offers deep experiences for every kind of player, and the core gameplay continues to improve. Despite its challenging passing game and sometimes-clunky menus, Madden NFL 15 will make fans happy this football season.

This game was reviewed on PS4.

It can be easy to be intimidated by Madden NFL 25. Simply put, it’s massive. You can run an entire franchise, coach a team, be an individu𓄧al player, create an online fantasy team, and lots more – so where do you start?

No matter how you want to ultimately play Madden NFL 25, a few simple steps will put yo𓆉u in position to get a lot of enjoyment out of it. While it’s tempting to just jump right into a season or head online to take on the world, chances are that you’ll wind up getting crushed if you skip out on a few fundamental building blocks. There is a lot that’s new this season, and if﷽ you take the time to learn the basics you’ll be in much better position whether you’re playing your neighbor across the street or the country.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Skills Trainer Drills
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Playing The Game
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Progressing Players
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Owner Mode
• 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Running The Team

Skills Trainer Drills

The first place to start is the all-new Skills Trainer drill💎s. These will not only teach you the basics of playing the game, but introduce you to some of the wickedly effective tools at your disposal. Best of all, you’ll learn what works best for you and what doesn’t. If you’re a G🦋iants fan, chances are you’re not going to run the Read Option with Eli Manning. On the other hand, if you’re the 49ers with Colin Kaepernick or the Redskins with RGIII, knowing how to execute multiple play-fake options out of these sets will be the key to victory.

The most important virtue in the Skills Trainer is patience! These drills are quick and easily repeatable until you get the hang of things--and if you’re able to succeed and get Gold on them, an Ultimate Team card is your reward. After a few rounds💧, you🍃’ll realize the value of the drills.

It’s also important to try and use the right teams in the Skills Trainer based on what you’re doing. A top running back like the Vikings’ Adrian Peterson is 🍸a great weapon in the running drills, while the aforementioned dual threats like Colin Kaepernick or Robert Griffin III will be tons of fun to use in the Read Option and Triple Option drills. You’re not tied to anyone at all--so mix and match, experiment and have fun while you learn the ⛄intricacies of the game.

Remember that you don’t need to get a⛦ Gold performance in all of the drills unless you want to get the Ultimate Team cards. The purpose of the trainer is to h🎉elp you learn what’s at your disposal.

Running

Acceleration Burst – This one sounds ea🎉sy but a couple of the plays get tricky. Your goal is to get in the end zone, and most of the time you’ll just hit the right trigger turbo boost and get right in. But one or two plays, you♓’ll see a linebacker right in your way. Make a simple direction switch with the left stick to tuck inside him and you’ll be golden. The reward for gold performance is a Chris Johnson card.

Precision Modifiers – This is a great one to practice a few times, because you learn all about the new left trigger-powered Precision Modifier moves like trucks, jukes, spins, and🐬 dives. Be sure to pay attention to which move is being asked for, as the game will switch the order around to keep you on your toes. The reward for gold performance is a Walter Payton card.

Read Option – Here’s where things get really interesting. The Read Option (which we talk about in more detail later on) is a killer set to run out of with 𒀰the right kind of team; the 49ers, Redskins, and Eagles are three good choices. It’s also, in many ways, its own Madden mini-game. In a matter of 4 seconds after the snap, you need to make 2 quick decisions, both of which are detailed in the tutorial before you practice. It seems intimidating at first, but a few go-rounds and you’ll know what ke✱ys to look for. The reward for gold performance is a Randall Cunningham card.

Triple Option – Oh, baby! The Triple Option is the Read Option “mini-game” on steroids, with three times as many decisions to make in half the time. Once again, it will seem daunting. Spend 15-20 minutes repeating these plays a 𒅌few times, though, and you’l꧂l get a feel for what to look for. Ultimately, you either hand to the FB right after the snap, keep it yourself as the QB, or toss to the RB. Again, it’s a lot to handle at first, but it’s worth it to spend the time. You will actually start to like it, too! The reward for gold performance is a Colin Kaepernick card.

Oklahoma Offense – Unlike the other Skills Trainer drills, you don’t really learn a lot here. Your goal is simply to power your way into the end zone, and you need to destroy an opponent to get there. Using the left trigger modifier, you can usualꦉly precision truck your way through the defender – although a spin here and there works well too – to gold. The reward for gold performance is an Adrian Peterson card.

Passing

Pass Trajectories – Nothing new for Madden 25 here; pass trajectories have bee🍌n around for years. Toss a few lobs and bullets then move along. The easiest Gold you’ll get! The reward for gold performance is a Peyton Manning card.

Total Control Passing – Also not new for Mad🎐den 25; this is all about leading your receivers to the inside or outside. It’s definitely a good skill to acquire for real games, since the ability to get your receiver exactly where you want him to be in a tough spot is the difference between a completion and an interception. The reward for gold performance is a Dan Marino card.

User Catching – This is a bit tricky to master but definitely worthwhile to nail down for real games. Once you throw the ball, tap ‘B’ (360) or ‘Circl🍌e’ (PS3) to take control of the receiver. Next, move him into the passing area and hold ‘Y’ (360) or ‘Triangle’ (PS3) to catch it. It takes several goes at it to get there. The reward for gওold performance is a Cris Carter card.

Defense

Ball Hawk – Using th꧙is skill in-game will pay major dividends, especially against careless opponents. Interceptions are still high-powered in Madden 25, and learning how to get in position then make a pick by holding‘Y’ (360) or ‘Triangle’ (PS3) is the most effective defensive tactic at your disposal. The reward for gold performance is aꦇ Deion Sanders card.

Oklahoma Defense – Conversely, there’s not a lot of value you’ll get out of this one, as these are all skills you’ve used in seasons past. It’s also a bit tough, as you’ll need to react very quickly to whichever direction t🐈he ballcarrier is going to prevent him from getting in the end zone. The reward for gold performance is an Ndamukong Suh card.

Pre-Play

Offensive Hot Routes – If you’re not calling hot routes on a regular basis, you’re simply not paying attention. As we describe a little later on, the difference between succeeding and failing when passing is reading what the defensive backs are giving you, then taking advantage of it. This drill gives you everything you need to learn the right routes to call – make🐓 sure you’re paying attention. The reward for gold performance is an Aaron Rodgers card.

Defensive Individual Adjustments – While not as critical as on offense, def🍃ensive hot routes are very important at key moments when you’ve been caught off guard or recognize what’s coming. Being able to set up a Spy or QB Contain, for example, on a running quarterback can help when things are coming apart. The reward for gold performance is a Derrick Thomas card.

Offensive Audibles – No matter how terrific of a play you think you called, there’s a great💦 chance the defense is lined up well to stop it. Changing the play at the line – especially when you stay in the same set – can help you turn a potential loss into𒀰 a first down. The reward for gold performance is a Dick Vermeil card.

Defensive Audibles – Just as important as on offense, defensive audibles will get you out of (or into) trouble quickly. If you’re all-in on a running play but see a slot receiver covered by a linebacker, for example, move into a zone ꦰto cover yourself a li♛ttle better. But be careful! Sometimes sticking with what you’ve called is the right choice. The reward for gold performance is a Tom Landry card.

Playing The Game

Running Game Strategies

The best part about the running game in Madden this season is that it’s totally legitimate. Unlike last season where interior running – i.e. running ♑in between holes in the offensive line versus running outside to the left or right of the tackles – was a frustrating series of entanglements between you and your linemen, this season one of the b𒈔ig strengths of Madden is taking the ball up the middle. Some of the most powerful, consistent plays you can run are variations of Off Tackle and Dive; generally speaking, with a left trigger-powered Precision Truck move mixed in you’re going to get 4-5 yards or more on average. This isn’t necessarily as sexy as throwing bombs all over the field, but that’s not what we’re going for. Generating positive yardage regularly on the ground on first and second downs will win you the battle of time of possession and wear down your opponent’s defense – which sets you up for even bigger gains up the middle.

Read Option/Triple Option - While Read and Triple Option are not new this season, they’ve both been highlighted with indicators that make them easier to execute. The biggest challenge to a defense that is facing these options is knowing what’s coming – just like the real NFL. The most effective use of these options is mixing up the plays with the formation. For example, Shotgun-Normal is a formation that the option c𒊎an come out of, and calling a play-action out of🅠 that after running a few regular options can be devastatingly effective. You can’t rely on nothing but options when playing the CPU or a real person – no matter what, they’ll get picked up on after a bit – but in key spots, using play-action or straight-up options will have defenders on their heels and put you in a winning position.

Passing Game Strategies

Passing remains much the same from last year, which is both a blessing and a curse. One thing is for sure – you will throw interceptions. Madden punishes poor decision ♒making and if you heave the ball into doubleꦯ-coverage or to a well-covered receiver, only bad things will happen. It’s OK to throw the ball away (click on the right stick) if you don’t spot an open receiver! Nothing changes the momentum of a game faster than a pick-six.

Backed off DBs: If the defensive backs are not play𓄧ing tight on your receiver (i.e. they’re lined up 8-10 yards off) then chances are that you can hit your WR on a curl. What if you didn’t call a curl? No problem! Call a hot route for your receiver to a curl, then throw the ball to him the moment that he starts to turn around. Unless the safety is coming over to help – which does happen, so watch out! – chances are that you’ll connect for a nice gain. This doesn’t work 100% of the time – and Madden vets will pick up on it quickly – but is one thing to look for on a regular basis. If you don’t abuse it, you’ll find it especially helpful in tight spots.

Close up DBs - Conversely, if you see a DB lined up very closely to your receiver, this is an opportunity to go big. If you didn’t call a streak, hot route to it. You’ll need to carefully watch the interaction between CB and WR at the snap. If your receiver is able to quickly break past his defender, you’ll have a second or two where he’s both wide open and moving fast – a recipe for big yards! Throw the baꦫll to him in that window, and try ♑to lead the receiver a little bit to the sidelines if you can to avoid the safety that’s probably trying to make his way over to cover him. Just like everything in Madden, this doesn’t always work – but if you mix your plays up nicely, you give yourself a better chance.

Reading The Defense

You don’t need to be the equivalent of an NFL coach to examine what’s happening. When you move to the line of scrimmage pre-snap, take a minute and look at what you’re facing. Even if you don’t know the ꧒real difference between a 4-3, Nickel, or Quarter, you can quickly get a feel for what your opponent is doing. Are there a lot of guys bunched together near the line of scrimmage? Chances are that’s a defense that’ll be loaded against the run. Are there 5 defensive backs stretched out from sideline to sideline? That’s probably a defense primed to defend a pass. Often it’s not super-easy to figure out what the defense is doing, but you will start to get a feel for what your best opportunity for success is if you pay attention to past results.

Playing Defense Stragies

One thing you’ll want to master is Ball Hawk. Cornerbacks are very effective in Madden 25, and even if they’re in singleౠ coverage they often have an advantage over the receiver. Start off most plays as a defensive tackle – allowing your defensive backs and linebackers to read the play – then switch to the cornerback covering the receiver if the ball is thrown in that direction. You can ruin your opponent’s day by simply letting the corner maintain his coverage then hitting ‘Y’ or ‘Triangle’ when the ball gets near him. Chances are you’ll make the pick and change the dynamics of the game.

Man vs. Zone – Getting pressure is extremely difficult in Madden unless you blitz, but blitzing is risky because you’ll leave receivers open. The best defense in Madden is still Man coverage, and if you match up your formation with the offense, that’s your best chance for success. For example, if the༺ offense comes out in a 3-wi൲de set, make sure you choose a Nickel or Dime in order to get a competent defender on the extra receiver. Madden 25 does a nice job letting you know if a play is Man or Zone once you choose the formation – so make use of it. Zones can be effective on occasion in order to mix things up, but when push comes to shove, Man coverage wins in Madden.

Progressing Players

Being a player, coach, or owner is the heart of Madden 25. As weeks go by and goals are met, you can improve player attributes. Take advantage of it! While there are certain attributes all players sh𒁃ould have as much of as possible (✤such as Speed), here are some tips on the best ways to use Player Progression to maximize each player’s effectiveness.

QB – Throw Powe🌠r is huge in Madden, as those with a lot of it can simply make more throws than those without. Combine that with Deep Accuracy, and your QB will be a big-time weapon.

RB – Speed is a big advantage, especially if you’re running outside; without it, there’s no reason to do anything but head up the middle.ꦦ Carry is huge as well – everyone hates fumblers.

WR – Route Running is the diff🥂erence between good and great receivers, which along with the Release attribute means these guys get separation.

TE – A good Run Blocking tight 🐼end will spring big yards, and those who can also Catch in Traffic can contribute in both aspects of ofไfense.

OL – These are simple 🃏– Run Blocking and Pass Bl🐲ocking are all that really matter here. Make them as high as possible.

DE – Acceleration will help get pressure on a quarterback, while improving either the Finesse Move or Power Move (whicheve♐r one is higher to start with) canღ make your lineman brutally efficient.

DT – Combining Block Shedding and Power Move attributes for your interior linemen will help combat ins♔ide running.

LOLB – Tackling is a key attribute here, aloಞng with Zone Coverage. Improving both helps in boꦗth run and pass defense.

MLB –🎐 The QB of the defense♓ is at his best when his Hit Power and Tackle are high; people will think twice before crossing through his area.

ROLB – Strong Hit Power and Finess🥂e Moves will put this key player in t🐼he best position to wreak havoc.

SS – Tackle is a big one here, since the Strong Safety is often the last man between a runner a🔜nd the end zone. Zone Coverage is important too, along ♎with Hit Power.

FS – Zone Cov𓆉erage is huge for Free Safety, along with Catch – especially since Ball Hawk can so easily be executed at this position.

Owner Mode

Choosing an Owner Type – New this year is Owner, and you have the option which kind to be. There’s no wrong decision you can make here, although different types of owners give you different options. If you simply take on the persona of a real-world person (all of which are available) you’ll inherit their exact situation today; choosing Jerry Jones means you’re sitting on a massive pile of cash in a brand new stadium, while picking Alex Spanos in San Diego brings all of the stadium problems along with it.▨ If you create an owner, you can do so by being a Former Player (which gives you a jump start on Legacy points but no cash), a Lifelong Fan (no cash either but popular with the fans), or a Mogul (tons of cash but a wary team and fanbase). Money is important as years go on if you want to rebuild, relocate, and/or hire great support staff.

Navigating Finances – Speaking of money, it will be as important as you need it to be. The only way you can ever “lose” in Owner Mode is by going bankrupt, which is really hard to do. As long as you’re winning games, fans will flock to the stadium. If the prices for all of your mܫerchandise ar🐲e within reason, they’ll get purchased. While it is fun to tinker with the prices of individual items like jerseys and French Fries, unless you get completely out of whack one way or the other, you’ll be making plenty of money. After all, this is the NFL.

Managing Your Staff – Some teams are run by high-functioning executives, and others aren’t꧑. The nice thing about Owner mode is that it’s obvious right from the start where things are going well and where they’re not. Your challenge, of course, is figuring out what’s most important. Fan happiness? Marketing? Merchandise? Money is most important when you’re looking to sign players and coaches or build stadiums. The happier you make everyone, the more money you’ll have. Winning is the best way to make the needle move in the right direction; without that, you’re going to have a hard time.

Your Stadium – Some teams are in brand new buildings, others are not. Depending on what team you choose, you could be in a terrible situation (like San Diego) or living in paradise (such as Dallas). If you plan on sticking around awhile, it pays to improve parking and fan sections sooner rather than later. If you want to bolt for anotheജr city – which is tons of fun – then ignore everything and focus on winning. After all, new stadiums are very expensive even when the new city helps out. Charge a little more for everything and try to make a Super Bowl run. Building a state-of-the-art stadium is a massive inꦺvestment – but worth it!

Running The Team

Weekly Practices – Take ad🍸vantage of weekly practices, as they’re a good mine. Not only will it give you a chance to improve your own stick skills, but you’ll get valuable XP for your players in addition to what you get in the games. Best of all, whether you’ve got a few minutes or an hour, there’s a practice scenario for you – and they a♛ll give you the same 2000 XP.

Playing The Game

Goals – Winning is always the most important thing, but you can still help yourself out by completing various goals along the way. Goals are set up at multiple levels – f🎃or individual players there are weekly, seasonal, and milestone (career) goals. Meeting weekly and seasonal goals get extra XP to be used in progressing the player, but since everyone on your team has their own unique goals to reach it can be challenging to keep track. The best advice is to simply use your best players to the best of their abilities and, naturally, win. Most of the XP will naturally happen.

Goals for owners are different, as there’s no XP that will help out. Instead, as an owner, you want to make the Hall of Fame – and to do t✅hat, you need to maximize Legacy score. As you would expect, winning is everything. From having 12, 14, or 16 win ꦛseasons to multiple championships, nothing makes a Legacy score increase like banking victories.

Madden 25 is officially here, and if you go online, you're guaranteed to see a whole lot of Seattle, San Francisco, Green Bay, and Washington. The teams change, but bandwagon fans always stay the same, and t♊hey love their powerhouses. Fortunately, you don't have to use a Super Bowl co🦩ntender to do well online in Madden. You don't necessarily even need to use a playoff contender.

The teams listed here won't be winning much of anything inౠ real life, but that doesn't mean they can't 🅺still be dangerous. Whether because of a mobile quarterback, a particularly great cornerback, or just ridiculous overall team speed, each of these underdogs have a chance to rise up and best the likes of the Seahawks in a way that their sad sack counterparts probably never will. If nothing else, it can be a nice bit of wish fulfillment for a few long suffering fanbases.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Buccs have flown under the radar, but they still have some talent. Darrelle Revis and his 99 man coverage heads up a strong, hard-hitting secondary that also includes safety Dashon Goldson and Mark Barron. The offense, meanwhile, boasts two very reliable targets in Vincent Jackson and Mike Williams, as well as highly touted second-year rusher Doug Martin. Quarterback Josh Freeman has taken his share of lumps in real-life, but in Madden, 🅷he's a solid pocket passer with a cannon for an arm.

Whil꧙e not what you 🐭might call "explosive," Tampa can nevertheless be very dangerous in the hands of a capable player. All you have to do is lean on Martin to pick up consistent yards, and let Jackson pick up first downs on hitches and throws over the middle. Bonus points to anyone who wears the infamous "creamsicle" uniforms in an online game.

Oakland Raiders

The Raiders may be 𝐆the worst team in the NFL right now, but in Madden 25, they stand a chance of being semi-competent. In the right hands, they may even be dangerous. As in past years, Oaklands secret weapon is raw speed. Receivers Denarious Moore, Jacoboy Ford, and Rod Streater all boast 90+ speed, with Ford sitting at a cool 98. Running back Darren McFadden likewise carries an advantage in footrace, tied with Adrian Peterson for third fastest running back in the NFL.

The Raiders quarterback is Terrelle Pryor, who at 70 overall may not seem that intimidating, but his 90 speed makes him deadly with the read option. With the help of the new Precision Modifier and a plethora of new running options, a good player should be able to turn more talented opponents into pretzels. Be ⛄warned though: Oakland's sub-par defense will probably result in a fair share of shootouts.

Buffalo Bills

Sad sack Buffalo hasn't been to the playo☂ffs since 1999--an eternity in the NFL. In real life, they are in the middle of a coaching and quarterback transition, and theyre already racked with injuries. However, the Bills still have some interesting weapons. First, bench Kevin Kolb as soon as possible, and pu🔯t in promising rookie EJ Manuel. Manuel has a good arm, and hes capable in the option game as well. Abuse Marquise Goodwin and his 98 speed on sweeps, and lean on star running back CJ Spiller with off tackle runs and screen passes.

After a while, you'll find that the Bไills are surprisingly explosive for a team thats widely seen as a basement dweller. With safety Jarius Byrd and cornerback Stephen Gilmore, and a stout pass rush lead by Mario Williams, the defense isn't half bad either. As a team, theyre Exhibit A in the case against paying too much attention to overall ratings.

Tennessee Titans

When the Titans come 𝓰up in real life, it's usually to complain about Chris Johnson's unreliable fantasy production. In Madden, they tend to be similarly overlooked. You might want to look again though, because theyre basically the rich person's Buffalo Bills, whom we discussed a moment before. Both of Tennessee's lines are stacked with strong players, and in a game that is sure to be dominated by running backs, infamous strong safety Bernard Pollard is an asset.

On offense, tight end Delanie Walker is a serviceable replacement for Jared Cook, and Kenny Britt is a good possession receiver. QB Jake Locker's speed makes him ideal for the read-option game in tandem with Chris Johnson, who continues to be more dangerous in Madden than in real life thanks to his staggering 99 speed. All in all, the T🔴itans are a fun surprise to spring on 💃a friend or a random opponent. Wear the Houston Oilers baby blues for extra class.

Arizona Cardinals

The poor Cardinals are trapped below the Seahawks and the Niners in what has quite suddenly become the best division in football. In Madden 25, however, they have a chance to shine a bit. QB Carson Palmer doesn't get a lot of respect from fans, but he's a far sight better than the likes of Ryan Lindley, and he's more than capable of getting the ball to Larry Fitzgerald. Cornerb🍨ack Patrick Peterson, meanwhile, is your single best weapon on defense and special teams, equally capable of breaking the game open with a kickoff return for a touchdown or 🐟a pick six.

Those two weapons alone are enough to make the Cardinals more dangerous than most people realꦿize, especially now that they have a semi-competent quarterback. If your friends laugh when you pick Arizona, throw one deep to Fitzgerald. That will shut them up in a hurry.

Ready for overtime?

Those are our picks for underrated teams, but if you have any faves that arent getting much lovꦆe, feel free to share in the comments.

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The best, and most-needed, improvement this year is the interior running attack. Run blocking has been upgraded to allow backs to better see developing holes and exploiting them without as much potential of getting twisted around their own teammates. Because you can consistently generate positive yardage pounding the ball inside, the entir♛e game management process is now more realistic; by forcing the defense to key on interior running, more options become available down the field. Basic Football 101 has finally come to Madden.

Longtime players will have a lot to learn and plenty of habits to break. New running controls executed with the left trigger allow for powerful trucks and jukes that, when timed properly, can be devastatingly effective. The whole notion of “hit turbo as soon as you get the ball” has been turned on its e𝐆ar with the new controls, as they actually serve to slow the runner down as to prepare for the precision action. They are disconcerting at first but, with some practice, lead to some really fun destruction of hapless defenders.

The modified truck moves stand out in particular, not just because they lead to valuable yardage but also because of their sheer violence. In slow motion, you see just how viciously a running back cracks the helmets of would-be tacklers. On the other hand, the modified jukes can make your runner sometimes pinball cr🐭azily in an unworldly way. Spin moves also remain clumsy in many situations; the animation times are very long, and more often than not the runner winds up in a worse position at the end of a spin than at the start.

While running can be dramatically different this season should you choose to engage the new controls, the rest of the on-field action feels comfortably familiar. There are some important modifications to the passing game, such as position-specific hot routes, but you can still exploit curls against backed-off corners and drags against the press. Interception rates are still high, too; you will pay dearly for poor decisions. On dꦡefense, the best philosophy is still choosing man coverage over rather ineffective zonᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚes, although both can be successful in the right circumstance. Even though it can feel like playing defense is simply “pressing a button and hoping for the best,” there will be moments when a correctly called tactic--such as guessing the right play type and direction on a key goal-line possession--reminds you that being smart and taking calculated risks is still vitally important.

Madden’s presentation is also hit and miss. The updated Infinity Engine allows for some superb tackles and interaction between players in motion but unfortunately there are plenty of “uncanny valley” moments too. Awkward body movements and strang🃏e behaviors will have you doing double takes. Conversely, the wear and tear that helmets, uniforms, and grass fields take over the course of a game is excellent, as you can really tell who’s been sacrificing their body versus who’s been left mostly on the sidelines. The second year of Phil Simms and Jim Nantz doing commentary is fairly bland, and while the pair is infinitely better than the abomination of two seasons ago, you’ll start to hear repeats and exaggerations almost immediately. Sorry, Jim, but a preseason tilt is not a game “you’ll remember forever.”

The newly renamed Connected Franchise mode is really three game variations in one, allowing you to experience the NFL as a player, coach, or--new to this season--an owner. As the owner, you not only control rosters, games, and the entire coaching staff, but you get to micro-manage everything about the stadium’s infrastructure (parking, seats, bathrooms, concessions, etc.), the team’s marketing plans, and other necessities of the business. You can also move the club entirely, which is devilishly fun. While managing the prꩵice of hoagies and jerseys will not appeal to everyone, successful navigation of your finances will put you in position to get improved coaches and training staff, directly translating into better chances to win.

One of the niftiest aspects of Connected Franchise is player progression. Gaining experience points (XP) as you play practices and games, then allocating those points to the attributes of each player, is addictive. Perhaps the most underappreciated feature in Connected Franchise is re-living the career of a historic player (and there is a healthy selection of them to choose from). Dropping Randall Cunningham into the modern-day Cleveland Browns a🍬s a rookie, for example, then using XP to increase his abilities as a season progresses is one of the hidden gems of Madden NFL 25.

Madden’s detractors often, and incorrectly, refer to its annual release as a “roster update.” Madden NFL 25 is anything but; it’s better than last season’s solid effort, and when compared to releases from two and three years ago is light years ahead in terms of on-field quality and off-field activities. While Madden may be burdened by relying on a core engine that is creaking under the weight of everything the development team is putting on top of it--and can’t quite seem to come up with a combination of gameplay and presentation smoothness that counterparts such as MLB: The Show or NBA 2K do--it scratches that football itch quite ꦅnicely this season.

This review was conducted using the Xbox 360 version of the game.

The good news is that Madden takes advantage of several opportunities that the Wii U GamePad presents for innovation. For starters, pre-play options are extremely enjoyable. On offense, you can pick a receiver or runner and re-draw their route with ease, coming in very handy when you see matchups that can be exploited. While features like this have been available on platforms like the 3DS and Vita, the Wii U’s implementation is much more accu🤡rate, and the feeling you get when you connect on a hand-drawn play is immensely satisfactory. On the other side of the ball, you can highlight any of your players and assign them to blitz, change coverage, even spy the QB. It makes defense much more engaging.

Madden 13 on the Wii U doesn't quite stack up to other versions.

Another nifty GamePad feature is the Detached mode, which lets you play the entire game on the small screen, freeing up the TV for someone else. The screen is surprisingly crisp and clear, and all of the traditional controller options are available for calling and executing🎶 plays. The only downside to playing Detached is that the aforementinoed GamePad-specific options for pre-play adjustments aren’t available.

Unfortunately, one of the other main features of the Wii U’s new controller falꦉls flat. Thanks to an extremely finicky scroll sensor, calling plays can get frustrating quickly. The initial selection of formations or play types works well, but the touch screen often inadvertently thinks you’re picking a play when you’re trying to scroll through your options. This causes problems, as taking a timeout to call a different play or change personnel isn’t the answer. Audibles help, of course, but only if you’ve got the right personnel in the game already.

More importantly, there are issues on the field. While the game runs smoothly before and after the snap as well as in replays, the action is pretty choppy at the most important time--during the play. There’s something that’s just a bit “off”; it’s not horrible and you eventually get used to it, but the action is definitely not as smooth as it is on the other consoles. When you couple these problems with the lack of the Infinity Engine physics that the other versions have, the Wii U Madden has a tough time stacking up. (Check out the review of Madden 13 on the Xbox 360☂ a🐎nd PlayStation 3 for more information on those versions.)

One area where Madden NFL 13 meets its counterparts head on is Connected Ca𒁏reers (online or on your own), the thoroughly entertaining mode introduced this🍌 season. All of the player storylines, social media, and role-playing aspects are here in force. There are scads of options to choose from, including creating your own player or coach, picking one from today’s NFL, or using one of the many legends included. All of them offer a fun and unique way to experience a sports game, and if you missed out on them earlier this year it’s a great way to catch up.

Madden Moments also features prominently, putting you in dozens of real-world situations from t🌌his season and last, and challenging you to accomplish certain goals. These are updated weekly, along with r🐷oster and player rating updates. Ultimate Team remains on the sidelines, though, so you don’t have the opportunity to create your own custom team and take it online. Speaking of online, multiplayer functions well, even though there weren’t tons of players online at launch.

The Madden franchise has tons of potential on the Wii U, and a solid foundation has been laid for the future. With a few key adjustments to play-calling, frame-rate, and physics, it’s possible that the Wii U could host the most interesting Madden version next fall. In the mea🌃ntime, Madden’s debut on Nintendo’s brand-new system is good for a bit of fun but won’t last for the long term.

澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden NFL 13 led the NPD Group sales data while U.S. retail game sales shrank 24 percent year-over-year in September. The monthly analyst report covering the period from August 26 to September 29 (which, as always, does NOT include dig༒ital games sales) came back with mostly grim news about the industry, as it has for much of 2012.

The results of the release, which were lovingly compiled along with known numbers by the busy beavers at , show 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Borderlands 2 nabbing the two spot with 1.48 million sales with less than two weeks of sales, behind Madden's at least 2.55 million. FIFA 13 managed to grab No. 3, possibly thanks to the sport's 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:growing youth appeal in the U๊.S., maki𝐆ng it a very good month for EA Sports.

Two MMORPGs cracked the list, with 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Guild Wars 2 nabbing No. 5 over 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:World♎ of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria's No. 7. It's worth noting that GW2 had a whole month of sales to get there after its August 28 release while Mists of Pandaria only had the four days from its 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:September 25 launch.

Both of those games, as well as Borderlands 2, likely would have seen significant boosts wit💯h digital distribution factored in.

Hardware sales are down 39 percent year-over-year, though♋ the NPD pointed out they're up week-over-week from August for Nintendo DS, 3DS, PlayStation 3, ♋PS Vita and Xbox 360, indicating growing momentum for the holiday season.

1. Madden NFL 13 (360, PS3, Wii, PSV) Electronic Arts
2. Borderlands 2 (360, PS3, PC) Take Two Interactive
3. FIFA 13 (360, PS3, PSV, Wii, 3DS, PSP) Electronic Arts
4. New Super Mario Bros. 2 (3DS) Nintendo
5. Guild Wars 2 (PC) NCSoft
6. NHL 13 (360, PS3) Electronic Arts
7. World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria (PC) Activision Blizzard
8. NCAA Football 13 (360, PS3) Electronic Arts
9. Lego Batman 2: DC Super Heroes (Wii, 360, NDS, PS3, 3DS, PSV, PC) Warner Bros. Interactive
10. Battlefield 3 (360, PS3, PC) Electronic Arts

ESPN’s Gus Ramsey has 🐎long been known as one of Madden’s biggest fans, so there’s no one better to have on a Box Score Review Session for this year’s NFL game than him. Gus and Rich dive deeply into virtually everything the game offers 𓃲– good, bad, and ugly.

Enjoy!

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Post Date: 9/29/2012

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All new to this year’s 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:Madden NFL 13 is Connected Careers. The Superstar and Franchise modes of yesteryear have been replaced with a comprehensive and drastically different career experien♛ce than Madden fans have grown accustomed to. With all the changes, it’s easy to get lost in the nuance. Th🐓at’s why we’ve put together this in-depth look at Connected Careers. With our guidance, you should have no problem getting your player or coach off to a great start on their journey to the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

The Coach Career

Playing as a coach is basically Franchise mode. There a🌼re some differences in how Franchise mode was run in years past, but this guide is to help you succeed at Madden NFL 13. Most of the actions you took part in before return here once again. You’ll scout players from🏅 the upcoming draft, you’ll sign free agents, you’ll negotiate contracts with current players, and you’ll still play every single snap of every single game (if you want to).

The goal of the coach’s Connected Career is to surpass the Legacy score of Vince Lombardi, and become the greatest coach who ever had a guiding ha🧔nd🍌 in his team’s success. You could choose to play as any current coach in the league, one of a small handful of Legendary coaches present in Madden NFL 13, or create your own coach (including using EA Game Face).

Backstories

Should you choose to create your own coach, you’ll have to choose a backsto🐻ry for him thꦑat will directly affect your team and your passive bonuses.

Motivator

A motiv💃ational coach inspires player𝓀s. As a motivator, your team will be more enticing for free agents. You’ll also gain 25% discounts on packages that increase a free agent’s desire to sign with you at a given position, as well as a 25% discount on packages that stave off a position player’s retirement.

This backstory is decent, but doesn’t really pro꧙vide a whole lot in the way of immediate results. You’ll have to wait a full season to take advantage of the benefits, though it shouꦆld be noted having the ability to convince top-tier players to play for you at a potentially discounted rate is a great strength for those of you interested in the long haul.

Strategist

The strategist is a brilliant tactician, and loo♊ks at the football field like a chessboard. As a strategist, your players will gain tℱhe same amount of experience on the field, but the cost of increasing their attributes will be lowered. Additionally, you’ll gain more experience as a coach, and get 25% discounts on experience-boosting packages for your players.

This is probably the best and most well rounded of the backstories. H෴aving the ability to gain your players more experience is key in both building young talent up and keeping veterans at the top of their game. If you’re a Madden newcomer, this backstory is highly recommended.

Team Builder

The team builder i🔜s a man of many hats, and acts as one of the few coach/general managers in the league. Technically in Madden, everyone is a GM no matt🌱er what, but the team builder backstory is built around being the all-encompassing franchise director. You’ll get more scouting points every week, you’ll be able to convince the computer to trade with you a bit easier, and earn a 25% discount on re-signing packages for individual players.

This backstoಞry is one of the most challenging to utilize, as it’s designed for the coach who wants a challenge. All of the bonuses are long term, and are built around creating a dynasty. Being a team builder is not recommended fo♐r first-timers, and vets will appreciate taking over a weaker team in the hopes of turning them into a champion.

As you can see, none of the backstories comꦐe with any negatives. Everything bonus included can only help you in your career. Be careful in your decision making though, as you cannot change yo𝓰ur backstory during your career. Whatever type of coach you choose to be at the onset is the same coach you’ll be when you retire.

The same can be said of the final bit of creation options for your created coach. The name 🌄you choose, the on-field strategy slider settings (pass vs. run, aggressivness, etc.) you adjust, and your look are permanent. Before you finalize, make sure you’re happy in your decisions; otherwise you’ll have to re-roll a new coach from scr🎶atch.

Team Selection

For m♓ost players, picking a team will be easy. We imagine there’s a great deal of you who just want to take o𝄹ver your favorite team, and lead them to glory over the next thirty years. But will the coach you created be a good fit for that team? You see, each team has players that have been signed and drafted to play under the old coach’s style. For example, you wouldn’t make yourself an expert in the 3-4 defense, and then decide to take over a team like the Eagles, who are built around the 4-3 defense.

Players who fit your scheme will play better for you, and have a better chance at gaining more experience since they’ll be in a familiar system. Before you jump in to🌳 any career as a created coach, just take a look at what type of defense playbook the team you want to take over utilizes. It will give you a bit of a leg up, and will help you be better prepared for the challenges that await you.

All that considered, we’ve put together a handy guide to help you find a team that will match up with your backstory best. Certain teams are just 🗹looking for the right leadership to put them over the top, while others are a few years away from being relevant. There are some teams who have a solid core, but also have some money they can spend to get the final few pieces to help take the title. With the rosters already locked in, it’s up to you to get the most💃 out of the players at your disposal.

Keep in mind, you can be a coach with any backstory you want, and coach any team you want. This is just a list of where🐼 particular backstories will benefit you and the team the most.

Motivator:

CAR, CHI, CIN, DEN, DET, HOU, KC, PIT, SF, TAM

Strategist:

ATL, BAL, BUF, DAL, GB, NE, NO, N⛦YG, NYJ, OAK, PHI, WAS

Team Builder:

ARI, CLE, IND, JAX, MIA, MIN, SDC, SEA, STL, TEN

Season’s Start (Coach)

Now that y💦ou’ve officially begun your career as a head coach in the NFL, it’s time to st🍒art looking at the season ahead. Right off the bat, you’ll be given goals by the phantom ownership based solely on the team you’ve inherited. If you’re taking over the Colts, you’re goals for 2012 won’t be so lofty. However, if you’re the new playcaller for the Packers, post-season success is a must. There are also smaller game-to-game, and larger overall career goals to meet, but they won’t cost you your job if you don’t complete them.

Goals

Under the My Career tab, you’ll find a listing of you goals, your Legacy score, and how much experience you’ve earned to this point. By selecting the goals tab, you can view your season goals, weekly goals, milestoneꦆ goals, and how muc♚h experience you’ll be rewarded with upon accomplishing each one.

Every year you’ll be given four season goaꦇls. You won’t get the experience from accomplishing those goals until after the Super Bowl is played, regardless of your making it to the title game or not. The goals are laid out by how easy they are to complete, with the level four goal being considered a healthy challenge. Based on your performace, these goals will change year to year. For example, your level four goal in the first year as theꦯ Colts head coach is to win eight games. If you happen to make it into the playoffs, in 2013, your level four goal will be to return to the post-season.

To keep a hold of your job, you must at complete at least the level two goal. Failure to meet even that standard could (and most likely will) result in your release from the team. Meeting your level two goal or above will result in getting a contract extension from the team. All of your contracts will be for one season, so you are constantly in jeopardy of losing your job in the off-season. Unlike the real NFL, you will never lose the job mid-season. In the event of your firing, you cᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚan choose to hope another team sees your potential and hires🍌 you, or you can create/take over another position by retiring your current coach.

Though you can only earn your season goal experience once a yeaꦕr, you can obtain experience from the game-to-game goals and milestone goals multiple times in a season.

The game goals are fairly simple to earn, and are a great way to obtain experience quickly and efficiently. You’ll only have a few goals to meet, and they don’t change during a given year. These goals are mostly tied to the team’s performance, and task you with getting multiple sacks, passing/rushing tou🅠chdowns, or meeting certain yardage requirements. The game goals don’t appear to offer much in the way of experience at first glance, but when you can earn say 300 XP for every game you net three sacks, the points rack up over the course of 16-20 games.

Milestone goals are a little more difficult to meet. These goals are cumulative over the course of a season and career, and again, you can meet some multiple times in a season. Goals like forcing multiple turnovers in a game or season, or tallying a specific amount of rushing yards during the year reward you for being proficient. Lengthier goals like winning multiple playoff games or getting multiplꦿe players nominated for the Pro Bowl reward you for putting together strong rosters♉. These goals will be the same no matter what type of coach you are, or what team you’ve taken over.

Weekly Activities

Once you’ve gotten a g💖rasp of what you can and need to accomplish during the year, it’s time to get the ball rolling on playing games. Every week, you’ll have a list of activities t✃o complete that not only impact your team immediately, but in the long run as well. All of your weekly activities can be viewed under the My Actions tab on the menu.

Cutting Players

You begin your first week on the job in the 2012 pre-season. Your roster will have close to 75 players on it, and you’ll need to cut that down to 53 by the fourth week. It’s not terribly difficult to do, as many of the additional players are just filler. They have terrible ratings compared to most of the pros you’ll go into the season with, though you do have full autonomy to cut whoever you want. It doesn’t make a whole lot of sense to cut your 95-rated defensive end,💧 but if you really feel like it’s in the best interests of your team, there’s no reason you can’t.

Oddly enough, you’ll really only have to do this during your first season. Once you progress beyond 2012, your roster will pretty much be set at 53 players. You can pick up a bunch of undrafted or cut players from the𝓀 free agent pool to see if you can find any gems, but the 2012 season is the only year in which it is mandatory to cut down the roster.

Practice

In previous Maddens, you could practice with your team all you wanted, but it didn’t really have any benefits. In Madden NFL 13, practicing every week gives you the opportunity to earn experience. There are multiple scenarios the game gives you the option of trying out, each with varying degrees of difficulty and rewards. Some of the practice options aren’t really worth the effort for the payout (full game for 1000XP🌳), but the smaller challenges (like the two-minute drill) are a good way to gain additional experience points quickly.

You don’t have to practic💙e if you don’t feel like the reward isn’t worth it, though even if you lose the challenge, you are still given a smaller amount of bonus experience.

Personnel Queries

From time to time, you’ll notice some personnel prompts appear in the weekly menu. These can range from other teams putting players on the trading block, to your own players wanting to negotiate new contracts befor🌃e the season ends.

If a player has been put on the trading block, he will be much easier to obtain than a player a team hasn’t offered up to the league. It’s also worth noting that any time a trade offer appears, you get first crack (unless you’re playing in a season with multiple user teams) before the rest of the computer-controlled teams gets a sh🌼ot. You can also add your own players to the trading block, and any offers you receive will appear in this same window.

Negotiating contract extensions with players during the season can be a bit challenging, but if a player requests an extension, that likely means he wants to stay on the team. That doesn’t mean you should immediately offer him less money than he’s asking for, but it does mean he’s willing to listen to a fair offer. If you’re close to a deal, but still a little off, the player will continue negotiations with you for a few weeks, or until a deal can be reached. You can choose to break off negotiations at any poin﷽t, but keep in mind, you won’t be able to work out a deal with that player until free agency begins in the off-season.

Scouting

Every week of the regular season, you’ll earn scouting points to use on college players. In Connected Careers, scouting is incredibly important, and can’t be ignored like it was in previous Maddens. If you don’t scout out players ahead of th🐼e draft, you will not learn a single thing about them, which is very detrimental to not just your career, but also the success of the team.

The most important thing to do when scouting is to first find out if a particular player fits in with your offensive o🎃r defensive scheme. Drafting a player who isn’t suited to your coaching style won’t help, and you they won’t progress as quickly as someone who fits into your system. It’s one of the cheaper options to scout, and there is only one level, unlike the main attributes, which have two tiers of scouting each: a letter grade, and then the actual number. The letter grades are accurate, and to conserve scouting points, you should rarely ever scout an attribute a second time.

Also, you should spread out your scouting throughout the projected picks. There’s no reason to spend all your time scouting only players in the first and second round, as it’s unlikely you’ll ever be able to get more than two such players. Finding depth and players who can contribute to your team in the later rounds will only help. Besides, you can continue to boost a player’s ♓stats throughout a season as they earn experience.

Progressing Players

This is easily the best and most appreciated new feature in Connected Careers. Previously, Madden progressed players automatically d🧔uring the off-season, and it was really a crapshoot as to how much better/worse a player would become. Even if you had record-setting stats in multiple categories, players would often only increase a few points between seasons. Now, you not only have complete control over player progression, but you can even decide just what stats to improve.

Player performance dictates how much experience they gain during a week. Though you can choose in the mode’s settings how often you want to progress your players, the option will continually appear in your to-do list as long as any single player has 🐷experience to spend. You can also choose for 💟the game to level up your players automatically, but we recommend only doing that for bench players and veterans. With any rookies or developing players you have on your team, it’s absolutely crucial to manage what attributes they improve yourself.

Just as key is knowing which attributes to improve. With a rookie like Robert Griffin III or Justin Blackmon, increasing their awareness during a season will show marked improvement in their performance as the games progress. You’ll also want to take note of weaknesses in star players’ ratings. To use the Colts as an example again, the switch to the 3-4 deꦐfense this year means former defensive ends Dwight Freeney and Robert Mathis have moved to outside linebacker, and they aren’t suited for man or zone coverage. They’ve got great attributes in almost every other important category,💖 but improving those trouble areas quickly can make all the difference late in the season.

It’s also worth mentioning that players will have their own goals to meet over the course of a season. A quarterback may have a certain number of touchdowns he needs to reach, while an offensive lineman will need to be part of a team that obtains a certain number of total rushing yards. Meeting these goals nets a given player a big experience bonus, and can go a long way in helping improve multip𒁃le attributes in large chunks. You can find out what each player hopes to do in the Team Goꦰals section of Personnel menu under the More… tab.

Once you’ve finished off your weeklꦏy activities, it’s time to head to game day. After you finish up the regular season, a whole new batch of activities will spri𓃲ng up in the post-season.

Post-Season

You may have just won the Super Bowl, or had t𒀰he misfortune of missing the playoffs. Either way, the path to next year’s championships begins now. Using tools like free agency and the draft, it’s🅘 time to build your team into contender once again.

Roster Management

There are eight weeks in the post-season. Seven are devoted to re-signing players whose contracts are expiring or free agents that just hit the market. Week one is the only week you have to make deals with♕ your existing players. Weeks two through seven are used for negotiating with free agents, and convincing them your team is the place they want to be.

Re-signing

You can only re-sign players who have no time left on their contracts. You can’t renegotiate contracts after they’ve been assigned to try to save salary cap space. It’s an unfortunate feature missing from the game, but the new negotiation system is a little better than in past years. There are two types of players to talk with during this stage: available and unavailable. Anyone that approached you during the season and couldn’t make a deal will be unavailable. The rest of the players who didn’ღt try to work out a deal will be listed here as available.

Unavailable players will move on to free agency, but that doesn’t mean you can’t try to sign them at that point. It just means you no longer have first crack at talking with them. The better the player, the more money they’re going to cost. Likewise, if a player isn’t rated that well, he won’t be as ta💎xing on your salary cap. Then again, players with ratings in the 60s/70s can be replaced with younger, mꦐore moldable talent from the draft, so it may be best to let them walk.

Don’t be afraid to let ❀that superstar leave either. Just because a player has great ratings doesn’t mean he’s worth breaking the bank for. Unless he’s an unmatchable talent, like a franchise quarterback or defensive stud, let hi🔯m walk, and take your chances with the other players in free agency. Odds are you’ll either find a younger, cheaper model, or you’ll be able to get him back if there’s no better option.

Free Agency

A key step in improving your team is bringing in a few free agents to fill voids at key positions, and add depth to your roster so your back-ups are capable of steppꦑing in without skipping a beat. Players will be listed by their overall rating, but you canꦦ also learn what position they play, how old they are, what his market value is, and what type of scheme they are best suited for. There’s also a listing of all the other teams hoping to pick that player up, so unlike the real NFL, you’ll always be able to see what the other teams in your division and conference are up to in free agency.

The market value is a per-year value placed on that player’s talent. Any off you give that falls within that range is deemed acceptable, though obviously, the closer you are to the top end of that value, the likelier you are to make a deal. This year’s Madden prorates all the contracts,🌠 so you can’t decide whether to give players front-loaded or steady payments. Every sin🌼gle contract will be back-loaded. It’s an okay strategy, but if you pick up a few pricey players in one post-season, there’s going to be a lot of money tied up in contracts in a few years. Careful management of your monetary resources can help you stave off trouble with the cap, but if you do find yourself running into problems, you can always cut that player to get rid of his bloated contract.

You’ll be able to manage your ongoing negotiations through the player listing under the My Negotiations and My Signings tabs. A player will whittle down his choices (🤡if multiple teams are going after him) over the course of free agency, and the more in demand a player is, the longer he will take to decide where to sign. You can choose to withdraw your offer or increase your offer if you think the initial deal you gave a player isn’t going to cut it, or you find another alternative. Try not to overload too much in free agency, as the draft is just around the corner, and you’ll be able to add even more role players during that stage.

The Draft

If you’ve done your due diligence, and worked hard to scout out players you think can help take your team to the next level, the draft will be a breeze✨. If you didn’t, well, good luck. While the draft in Madden NFL 13 is easily the most well thought out the stage has been in years, it’s also developed with the longtime player in mind, and doesn’t really cater to the casual crowd much at all. Like a real coach/GM, you’ve got to have a gameplan when it comes to the draft if you want to be successful.

Throughout your Connected Career, you may have noticed the storylines created by the Madden’🅺s new faux-Twitter accounts and new stream. In addition to providing insight into the current NFL season, the News Center reveals quite a bit about college players that will be entering the draft in the upcoming season. A great cornerback may have had an amazing start to his year, but perhaps𒆙 injuries have caused his stock to drop. You’ll hear about it through the various fake sports pundits Madden’s Twitter feed uses, and it’s an invaluable asset when learning about the upcoming draft class.

Every pick in the draft will take two real-time minutes. You can of course skip ahead to human controlled picks, but if you were hoping to make a deal to trade up in the draft with any teams, you can only do so when that team is on ꦿthe clock. Two minutes isn’t a very long time when you’re scouring your draft board, trying to figure out if you should snag that second rou🅘nd prospect early or not. Thankfully, you can pause the draft to give yourself a bit more time. This is hugely beneficial when working out deals, or just trying to figure out what your next pick will be.

The draft lasts seven rounds, and depending on how your season went, or what team you decided to take over, you 🀅could have multiple picks in a round, or no picks at all. If you’re a team like the Redskins who gave up multiple first round picks to get Robert Griffin III, you’ll have to keep that in mind both when scouting, and when drafting. Conversely, if you’re the Rams, who got those additional picks from the Redskins, you can make quite a big splash during the draft. It’s all in recognizing what types of players your team needs to excel, and making sure you do what it takes to get them onto your team.

There are no contract negotiations with rookies this year, as the new collective bargaining agreement created set salaries for rookies depending on their draft number. Rookies you drafted will be automatically signed to your team, though you can cut th🐻em at a later date if you feel like it.

That’s a typical season in the life of an NFL coach. Once you finish the draft, the clock on the next season begins. Can you continue your team’s dominance, or turn a once-fledgling franchise into a contender? Will your performance qualify you for the Hall of Fame? Can you surpass Vince Lombardi as the greate🌸st coach of all time?

The Player Career

Staring a Connected Career as a player is basically the equivalent of Superstar mode. There are some differences in how Superstar mode was run in years past, but many of the changes are for the better. Most of the actions you took part in before return here once again. It’s incredibly difficult to be successful in this mode at more than a few positions, but you can ♉play anywhere on the field save for offensive line,🔴 kicker, or punter.

The goal of the player’s Connected Career is to surpass the Legacy score of the elite player at a given position, get elected to the Hall of Fame, and become the greatest position✱ player of all time. You could choose to play as any current player in the league, one of a dozen or so Legendary players present in Madden NFL 13, or create your own player (including using EA Game F𝔉ace).

Picking a Position

Obviously the most crucial aspect of the individual player Connected Career, picking your position not only sets the tone for what kind of NFL star you want to be, but how much impact you’ll have on a game or season. Positions like quarterback and running back on offense, or linebacker and defensive lineman on defense give you the most time to make a d💮ifference on the f🍌ield. You could choose to play wide receiver or safety, but in addition to being rather difficult to play, let alone master, you also won’t have as much say in the team’s success.

After you decide what position you want to play, there are a few archetypes to choose from which lay the foundation on which your career will be buꦜilt. Each style has a few advantages over the others immediately, but through leveling up your player, you can grow them to💝 be incredibly well-rounded.

The list b♏elow will show you just what stats will be slightly boosted right off the bat when you start your career.

Quarterback

Balanced: Arm Strength, Speed, and Acceleration
Field General: Awareness, Play Action, and Throw on the Run
Pocket Passer: Accuracy and Arm Strength
Strong Arm: Arm Strength
West Coast: Short Accuracy and Mobility

Halfback

Balanced: Speed and Acceleration
One Cut: Acceleration and Ball Carrier Vision
Power Back: Strength and Trucking
Receiving Back: Elusiveness and Catching
Speed Back: Speed and Acceleration

Wide Receiver

Balanced: Speed, Acceleration, and Agility
Possession: Catch in Traffic
Red Zone Threat: Spectacular Catch and Catch in Traffic
Route Runner: Agility and Route Running
Speed: Speed and Acceleration

Tight End

Balanced: Speed, Acceleration, and Agility
Receiver: Catching and Route Running
Vertical Threat: Spꦫeed, Agility, and Route Running

Defensive End

Balanced: Speed, Power, and Finesse Moves
Speed Rush: Speed, Acceleration, and Pass Rushing

Defensive Tackle

Balanced: Physical and Intangible
One Gap: Block Shedding and Acceleration
Prototype: Agility, Strength, and Acceleration

Middle Linebacker

3-4 Tackler: Block Shedding, Pursuit, and Tackling
Balanced: Speed, Acceleration, and Agility
Cover 2: Zone Coverage, Speed, and Agility
Prototype: Speed, Agility, and Acceleration

Outside Linebacker

3-4 Pass Rusher: Acceleration and Pass Rushing
Balanced: Speed, Acceleration, and Agility
Cover 2: Zone Coverage, Speed, and Agility
Prototype: Speed, Agility, and Acceleration

Cornerback

Balanced: Speed, Agility, Man Coverage, and Zone Coverage
Man-to-Man: Man Coverage, Speed, Acceleration, and Agility
Prototype: Speed, Strength, and Acceleration
Run Support: Press Coverage and Tackling
Zone: Zone Coverage and Play Recognition

Safety

Balanced: Speed, Agility, Coverage, and Tackling
Playmaker: Pursuit, Play Recognition, and Awareness
Prototype: Speed, Agility, and Acceleration
Run Support: Block Shedding, Pursuit, and Tacklꦉing

You’ll also have to cౠhoose a backstory for your player♛. There are three choices available, and each will have an impact on the goals you get from the team, and how much playing time you’ll earn at the start of your career.

High Draft

Your team is banking on you for the future. You’ll come into the NFL rated in🔯 the high-70s/low-80s, and your goals will be reflective of how much your team expects you to contribute immediately. Depending on what team you choose, you could find yourself starting the season, or replacing the starter part way through 2012.

This is the backstory that makes the most sense for those of you who wan🌟t to play the game instead of watching simulated snaps. On ✨certain teams, you can make the starting line-up immediately.

Low Draft

With your team taking a chance on you, and hoping you’ll grow to be a contributor in a few years, the Low Draft Pick backstory starts you off in the low-70s for your overall 𝔍rating. Your goals will still be rather tough to meet, an🍒d you’ll have to work hard, or hope for a starter to get injured, to make any kind of impact in the first season.

Longtime Superstar players may find this backstory the most enticing, as it allows you to earn playing time, while still requiring you to put a lot of wor💟k into cracking the starting line-up.

Undrafted

Signed as cheap roster-filler, you’ll be rated in the high-60s/low-70⛄s. It will be very difficult for you to start by the second year, let alone shocking the world by becoming a starter in your first sixteen games as a professional. Your goals will be much easier by comparison, but you can only earn experience by getting on theꦜ field, not watching from the bench.

Undrafted backstories are for those devoted to the grind only. Th෴ere will be a lot of watching and waiting, an♛d hardly any playing to do outside of practices and the pre-season.

Picking a Team

Now that you’ve set yourself up, it’s time to find the p♏erfect team for you to make you🔜r mark on the NFL. Depending on the position you’ve chosen, there are teams with weak spots in the roster that will allow you to make an impact sooner. The quicker you get on the field, the faster you can grow your Legacy, and earn a bid into the Hall of Fame.

This next breakdown is a shortlist of teams that you can contribute to immediately with the High Draft Pick backstory. Ultimately, you can play wherever y♏ou want, but those of you who want to get off to a good, quick start may want to cater your career around o🔜ne of these teams.

Quarterback

CLE, JAX, KC, MIN, TEN

Halfback

DET, GB, NE, TB, WAS

Wide Receiver

BAL, CAR, DEN, DET, NO

Tight End

CHI, DEN, NYG, PHI, PIT

Defensive End

CAR, CIN, JAX, TB, TEN

Linebacker

BAL, MIN, NYG, PHI, TB

Cornerback

BAL, DET, NE, NO, PIT

Safety

DET, HOU, GB, NE, PHI

Season’s Start (Player)

Now that you’ve officially begun your career as a player in the NFL, it’s time to start looking at the season ahead. Right off the bat, you’ll be given goals by the phantom ownership based solely on the team you’ve inherited. If you’re a High Draft Pick on a terrible team, your goals will put you to the test. If you’re an Undrafted player, you won’t have nearly as much pressu❀re to succeed right away. There are also smaller game-to-game, and larger overall career goals to meet, but they won’t cost you your job if you don’t complete them.

Goals

Under the My Career tab, you’ll find a listing of you goals, your Legacy score, and how much experience you’ve earned to this point. By selecting the goals tab, you can view your season goals, weekly goals, milestone goal🌠s, and how much experience you’ll be rewarded with upon accomplishing each one.

Every year you’ll be given four season goals. You won’t get the experience from accomplishing those goals until after the Super Bowl is played, regardless of your making it to the title game or not. The goals are laid out by how easy they ar🎃e to complete, with the level four goal being considered a healthy challenge. Based on your performace, these goals will change year to year. For example, your level four goal as a rookie quarterback is to throw for 3000 yards. If you happen to succeed, that number increases the following year, and can eventually become as lofty as winning the Super Bowl.

To keep a hold of your job, you must at complete at least the level two goal. Failure to meet even that standard could (and most likely will) result in your release from the team. As a rookie, you’ll be under contract for a few years, so job security is pretty much handeꦰd to you as long as you can perform. You could be benched, but you won’t be outright cut unless you ask to be, or fail to meet your goals. Should you be cut loose, either by your own request or at the team’s behest, there’s still a chance another team could sign you. However, if you are not signed by the end of the free agency period, you are forced to retire your player.

Though you can only earn your season goal experience once a year, you can obtain experience fro𝔉m the game-to-game goals and milestone goals multiple times in a season.

The game goals ♏are fairly simple to earn, and are a great way to obtain experience quickly and efficiently. You’ll only have a few goals to meet, and they don’t change during a given year. These goals are mostly tied to the team’s performance, and task you with getting multiple sacks, passing/rushing touchdowns, or meeting certa𒈔in yardage requirements. The game goals don’t appear to offer much in the way of experience at first glance, but when you can earn say 300 XP for every game you net 23 completions, the points rack up over the course of 16-20 games.

Milestone goals are a little more difficult to meet. These goals are cumulative over the course of a season and career, and again, you can meet some multiple times in a season. Goals like staring all sixteen ga🎀mes, or tallying a specific amount of rushing yards during the year reward you for being proficient. Lengthier goals like winning multiple playoff games or winning MVP awards reward you for not just being good, but being consistently good. These goals will vary by position, but will be the same no matter what team you land on.

Weekly Activities

Once you’ve gotten a grasp of what you can and need to accomplish during the year, it’s time to get the ball rolling on playing games. Every week, you’ll have a few activi⛄ties to complete that not only impact your team immediately, but in the long run as well. All of your weekly activities can be viewed under the My Actions tab on the menu.

Unlike the coach Connected Career, your weekly activities are limited to just you. There are no roster management ᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ⁤⁤⁤⁤ᩚ𒀱ᩚᩚᩚconcerns to worry about at any time. You can practice. You can play the games. You can progress your player. That’s it.

Practice

In previous Maddens, you could practice with your team all you wanted, but it didn’t really have any benefits. In Madden NFL 13, practicing every week gives you the opportunity to earn exp☂erience. There are multiple scenarios the game gives you the option of trying out, each with varying degrees of difficulty and rewards. Some of the practice options aren’t really worth the effort for the payout (full game for 1000XP), but the smaller challenges (like the two-minute drill) are a good way to gain additional experience points quickly.

You don’t have to practice if you don’t feel like the reward isn’t worth it, though even if you lose the challenge, you are still given a smaller amount of bonus experience. It should be n🤡oted though that unlike in the coach Connected Career, every little bit of experience helps turn you into a better player, so it may be to♛ your advantage to participate in practice, especially if you are a Low Draft Pick or Undrafted player.

Progressing Your Player

This is easily the best and most appreciated new feature in Connected Careers. Previously, Madden progressed players auto🎉matically during the off-season, and it was really a crapshoot as to how much better/worse a player would become. Even if you had record-setting stats in multiple categories, players would often only increase a few points between seasons. Now, you not only have complete control over player progression, but you can even decide just what stats to♐ improve.

Your performance dictates how much experience you’ll gain during a week. Progression can be done any time you see fit. There’s no limit to the amount of times you can progress your player, save for the amount of experience you have. Whether you’ve chosen to co💦me into the league as a rookie, or take over the career of an established playꦚer, knowing which of your attributes you want to focus on improving is important. If you’re a cornerback with great Man Coverage, but you’re a bit weak in Awareness and Play Recognition, spending your first few week’s worth of experience in those areas will help you much more than continuing to increase your Man Coverage stats.

Playing a Game

Unlike Play Now or even the way you play a game in the coach’s Connected Career, you only get to play snaps when your player is on the field. You don’t play defense if you’re an offensive player. It’s also a bit different in that you only control your player as well.♚ As a quarterback, once you hand the ball off or throw it to a receiver,꧑ the computer takes over. The only things that remain in your control are play-calling and pre-snap adjustments. You can still call timeouts as well, but for the most part, the player Connected Career is a very solitary experience.

If you happen to not be a starter, you’ll watch the game unfold from the simulation🐻 menu until you do make it on the field. If you’re the backup at a given position, you’ll find yourself on special teams for kick-offs and kick returns. Though you may have goals that are team-based, it’s important to remember to call plays that will focus on your player when he’s on the field. If you’re a linebacker, 🐽you should be blitzing, and calling for coverages that allow you to do what you must to pad your stats.

Post-Season

Those of you playing as NFL players will have nothing to do in ♏the off-season. There’s no extra training to be done. You don’t have a say in any roster decisions the team makes. You can ask to be released or retire if you want, but that♍ doesn’t really help your cause in making it to the Hall of Fame. You still have to simulate through all eight weeks of the post-season before you can do anything again. Once you do that, it’s back to the pre-season for 2013, and taking the next steps to make your career a memorable one.

One of the most fascinating, challenging, and intimidating game development projects you can work on is a system launch title. From constant hardware and software updates to undef๊ined schedules and varying amounts of support from the manufacturer, there are always new hurdl🐲es to overcome. In a 2-part interview series, Rich sits down with Yuri Bialoskurski and Matt Prior, the men in charge of delivering Madden NFL 13 and FIFA 13 on the Wii U.

Part 1 is Yuri and Madden NFL 13

Part 2 is Matt and FIFA 13.

Enjoy!

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Post Date: 9/01/2012

Podcast length: Part 1 58:28 | Part 2 1:06:21

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These are the kinds of hits that are commonplace in the real NFL but, until now, haven’t been in Madden. While the game’s tackling and collision systems have gotten incrementally better this generation, Madden NFL 13 has taken it to an entirely new level. Thanks to the introducꩵtion of the Infinity Engine, a physics system that takes into account complicated things like muscle tension, mass, and momentum, the interactions of players when they collide are wildly entertainin꧅g – and often appear extremely painful.

The enhanced realism comes courtesy of EA Sports’ new Infinity Engine, and it’s a game-changer for the Madden franchise in the truest sense. Running backs stumble when their feet get tangled with teammates. Wide receivers spin to the ground after absorbing huge in-air hits. Quarterbacks bend backwards when sandwiched by tacklers. Each game brings something previously unseen – and Madden revels in it, showing slow-motion replays liberally with a “look how cool this i🍨s” vibe. It’s not just about looks, either, because you can never be sure if a ball-carrier is about to hit the turf or break out of a ta🦋ckle. Genuine pileups happen all the time too, bringing even more realism onto the field.

Technical bugs do, occasionally, mar the experience, such as when players fall down like bowling pins when they walk too close t🌳o each other after the play ends. There are also plenty of times when ragdoll effects happen to players with limbs flailing about in weird directions, which can look awkward at best a꧑nd comical at worst. Even so, the benefits of the Infinity Engine far outweigh the drawbacks.

It’s not just about physics, though. Madden NFL 13 also debuts RPG-style Connected Careers, a massive new way to play the game. Simply put, the old componentized ways of playing the game are largely gone – you won’t find Franchise, Superstar, Online Leagues, or anything like that – in favor of a streamlined and innovative way to experience the NFL. As either a player or a coach, you navigate the league surrounded by your friends (if you choose) and the media (whether you like it or not) as you seek to win champ꧃ionships and enter the Hall of Fame.

As an individual player, you can ch⛦oose to create a guy, pick an active NFL player, or grab one of a handful of NFL legends (although most are locked behind Ultimate Team-base𝄹d requirements). Your currency, so to speak, is XP, which you want to amass in order to increase your attributes. Accomplishing goals (in-game, season-long, and even career) gives you more XP, and you control only your player during practice and games. One of the many challenges is deciding when and how to allocate XP. Do you quickly improve inexpensive skills, or save them up for those powerful ones? There is no right answer, and your individual experiences change accordingly. No matter what, you’ll have all sorts of real-world media types reporting about you in the news and on Twitter – sometimes nicely, other times not so much.

Connected Careers also features Coach Mode; similar to an individual player, you can create someone, walk in the shoes of an active boss, or embody one of a few legends. On the field, it closely resembles the traditi🀅onal Franchise, as you call every play and control whichever player you want. Coaches have their own personalities that lend themselves to certain types of teams, and similarly earn XP in practice and games by accomplishing goals to spend on attributes. A deep Scouting system is available during the season to use on targeted college players to help in the supremely entertaining and crucial NFL draft between campaigns. Player Progression is yet another key element, as you allocate specific skill boosts to every player on the team based on their individual performances during the year.

At any point, if you’re tired of being a backup QB or coaching a rotten team, you can retire and hop into the body of any other player or coach at that moment – no need to restart. You can play with friends too, similar to previous Online Franchise♛s but emboldened with all of the RPG elements and media frenzy. In a word, Connected Careers is huge.

There are plenty of other core improvements to the game this year as well, includin✤g a beautiful new passing system that has eliminated our fears of throwing slants and seam routes, a much more polished TV-style presentation with classical theme music instead of bombastic rock and rap, and a built-from-scratch commentary system with Jim Nantz and Phil Simms. The duo is a marked improvement from the hideous Gus Johnson/Cris Collinsworth pairing of last season, but between some curious comments (such as the time they referred to a meaningless preseason game as “one they’d never forget”) and a tendency to call out when the defense is using press coverage, there’s some work to be do✃ne here.

It’s not often that a stalwart franchise like this reinvents itself so significantly, but Madden NFL 13 has pulled this💖 off with aplomb. Brimming with innovation on the field and off, it’s the best Madden of the generation.

This game was reviewed on the Xbox 360.

At first, it was just one task in a sea of development items. Over time, though, it grew into a force that stirs emotions in fans and NFL players alike, is at the forefront of marketing campaigns, and ultimately affects what happens in the game as much as any code a developer writes. We’re talking, of course, about the Player Ratings in Madden NFL football, and we get to the heart of it with the man that controls each and every one. EA Sports’ Donny Moore joins us for an enlightening and hilarious Box Score podcast that will change your perspective on Madde💧n NFL Football for the better.

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Post Date: 8/18/2012

Podcast length: 1:25:46

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While a few teams maintain consistency over the course of several seasons, the vast majority of clubs rocket up and down like a roller coaster. The bottom line is no one really has a clue whats going to happen when the NFL season kicks off, which is part of what makes it so awesome. So, with that as a backdrop, were here to follow up 澳洲幸运5开奖号码历史查询:our recent player predictions with our forecast for the biggest mov🌳ers in Madden NFL🎀 13.

Why we think it will change: Having to play the Patriots and the Jets twice a season is a huge challenge, but🍃 its even worse when your quarterback (Ryan Fitzpatrick) is an 81 overall and your running back💯 (Fred Jackson) is an 80. In Madden 12, the Bills started out as a 73 overall and went on to win five of their first seven games. On top of that, Jackson rushed for over 930 yards and had 442 receiving yards. The Bills surprisingly showed a great deal of improvement on offense during the 2011-12 NFL season.

On defense, the Bills pic🅺ked up the most coveted free agent defensive player this offseason, defensive end Mario Williams. With the ratings boost that la꧅st years rookie defensive tackle Marcell Dareus will get coming into Madden 13, they will likely have three players on their defensive line rated over 90 (Williams, Dareus and Kyle Williams) to complement an already solid defense. The Bills should be rated in the mid to high 80s for Madden 13.

Why we think it will change: One of the biggest surprises of 2011-12 wont sneak up on anyone this year including the Madden NFL 13 ratings crew. Between coach Jim Harbaugh, quarterback Alex Smith (yes, Niners fans, hes back again!), and a swarming defense that mauled opponents last year, the 49ers are poised to equal or sur🅠pass their NFC Championship Game berth.

The𝔍ir one true weak spot was at the wide receiver position, which they addressed via the draft (top pick AJ Jenkins) and free agency (Mario Manningham and Randy Moss). While Moss may not even make it through training camp, Manningham and Jenkins add depth to a team that had very few holes in the first place. San Fraꦗncisco will be one of the top four ranked teams in the NFL.

Why we think it will change: Tim Tebow is a hard player to rate for Madden; unfortunately, there is no He Just Wins category. When the Broncos started out in Madden 12, you had to choose between the mediocre Kyle Orton or the almost-impossible-to-use Tim Tebow at qua♓rterback. Forꦰ Madden 13, however, the Broncos made a serious upgrade when they signed future Hall-of-Famer and Madden ratings super-stud Peyton Manning this offseason. It also helps that they brought tight end Jacob Tamme, one of Mannings favorite targets from the Colts, along for the ride.

With the return of Defensive Rookie of the Year Von Miller at linebacker and the dominance of defensive end Elvis Dumervil, both the Broncos defense and offense should get a substantial bump from wౠhere this AFC West Champion team started in Madden 12. Lets pencil the Broncos in to being Madden 13 with a plum rating of 87 overall.

Why we think it will change: Cam Newton may not have won the Madden NFL 13 Cover Vote contest, but he did set an array of records last year that were as impressive as any rookie quarterback campaign we can remember. A dual-threat-terror out of the backfield, Newton can throw lasers to rejuvenated superstar wideout Steve Smith or run with abandon into the end zone when the situation calls for it. Theyve also got three solid runners vets DeAngelo Williams and Jonathan Stewart are complemented by free agency pickup Mike Tolber♏t to round out an offense with frightening potential.

Their defense is scary for other reasons, though, as it was one of the worst in the league last season. Rookie draft pick Lukeꦛ Kuechlyꦇ will provide some stability at the linebacker position, but this porous group remains the reason the Panthers overall wont rise beyond the very low 80s. Still, its a nice bump from their desultory status at the start of last year.

Why we think it will change: It wouldve been impossible to predict that this young Bengals team would come out of the AFC North and make the playoffs last season, and Madden 12 surely didnt rate them as a playoff contender either. Through the exceptional play of rookie quarterback Andy Dalton and rookie wide rece🏅iver A.J. Green, though, the Bengals look poised to contend again as the new NFL campaign kicks off.

The Bengals lost a solid running back in Cedric Benson this offseason, but they should be able to count on former New England running back BenJarvus Green-Ellis to fill his shoes. Also, by drafting the second highest rated rookie corner in Stephon Gilmore and picking up the older but dependable defensive back Terrence Newman, the Bengals improved an already solid 🌺defense. Look for Cincinnati to be rated in the top ten in Madden 13.

Why we think it will change: Calvin Johnson aka Megatron snared the cover of Madden NFL 13 this year and his fellow teammates willꦬ power the Lions overall 𒉰rating north of last years. Between Johnsons most-likely 99 rating and quarterback Matt Staffords numbers going up as well, the Lions will be one of the better-ranked squads heading into the season.

Helping their cause will be the havoc-inducing Ndamukong Suh on the defensive line, one of the most dominant in the game, as well as a strong linebacking squad. However, their secondary is questionable thanks to the release of their starting cornerback Aaron Berry, who was arrested not once, but twice this offseason. The biggest🔜 question is wheth꧅er or not their ordinary, oft-injured running corps can provide enough balance to power Megatron and Stafford through the air. We think they do to the tune of an 86 overall rating.

And now, we꧂ shift gears to look at who will be taking a downward shift in the upcoming game

Why we think it will change: In Madden 12, it was hard to select the Dolphins. The thought of choosing between Matt Moore and Chad Henne as your quarterback was only palatable because you knew that you had WR Brandon Marshall as your primary target. Matt Moore will be back at the helm ༺in Madden 13, but without Brandon Marshall, you will likely be throwing to a crop of wide receivers with ratings in the mid to high 70s.

It gets even scarier at running back, where the once-rating-rich Reggie Bush will be starting. Bushs injury ratings will ensure that you w🍰ill probably be spending more time with his backup, rookie LaMar Miller, who wont break out of the mid 70s to star🀅t Madden 13. Compound the offensive troubles with a pretty mediocre defense - outside of linebackers Carlos Dansby and Cameron Wake - and the Dolphins may be the lowest rated team in Madden 13.

Why we think it will change: The South Florida Swoon continueꦆs, moving west from Miami to Tampa. Traditionally a Tiburon favorite, the Buccaneers will struggle to approach the mid-70s to start the seas💃on. Their offense is mediocre at absolute best, with a fading Josh Freeman and ordinary LeGarrette Blount leading the charge. While they did sign the mercurial Vincent Jackson at wide receiver, his best days are likely behind him not to mention hes always a moment away from freaking out about something.

Top pick Mark Barron from Alabama will help on defense, but its still a lackluster crew thats old (Ronde Barber is still playing!) and mediocre. An entirely new coaching staff - headed by the totally inexperienced college coach Greg Schiano - has their hands full with a mess of a roster and an apathetic fan base t🤪hat is clearly bored and tired of their team.

Why we think it will change: After trading up in the 2011 draft to pick up wide receiver Julio Jones, the Falcons looked deadly on offense and stable on defense. Ultimately, the Falcons werent terrible, but they werent terribly exciting either. Jones surely wasnt as explosive as the Bengals rookie phenom A.J. Green, while Rowdy Roddy White and Michael Turner did not have an impressive second half of the season. In fact, the whole team was bizarrely flaccid in November and December before an embarrassing loss in the first round of th෴e playoffs.

As far as the actual pieces go, the Falcons look competitive on defense after picking up Asante Samuel, but they lack depth in the secondary and linebacking corps. Its going to be a rough road for Atlanta this season, especially if they take on an injury or two (which in the NFL is always likely). While they wont get a hugeꦜ ratings decrease, the hype for the Falcons seems to be gone in Madden NFL 13.

Why we think it will change: Where to start? The Colts may as well put a giant REBUILDING YEAR PLEASE BE PATIENT banner at the top of the Lucas Oil Stadium. Most players the fans have come to know and love including Peyton Manning, Dallas Clark, and Joseph Addai are gone, leaving a motley collection of rookies and veterans wearing the uniforms but looking nothing like the dominant Colts of years gone bꦺy.

Of course, it will probably be fun to play with Andrew Luck, the top pick of the NFL Draft. His initial ratings will be in the low- to mid-80s, though, and other than Reggie Wayne theres not much to work with on offense. The defense is even worse off, with an atrocious secondary that will offset ൩any benefit that the stalwart vets (now forced t play at linebacker) Dwight Freeney and Robert Mathis provide. This team will not be for the faint of heart to choose.

Lets start with whos moving up.

Player: Matt Flynn
Team: Seattle Seahawks
Position: QB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 75
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 86
Why we think it will change: His body of work is small, but includes a record-setting performance with the Packers late last year that helped him land a big contract and big expectations with the Seahawks. Seattle fans are starving for some offeꦜnse, having seen mostly desultory performances from 💝the most important position in sports for several years now. Head Coach Pete Carroll will likely set Flynn loose, and the potential for a powerful run-pass combination (thanks to the mercurial Marshawn Lynch) could spell big numbers for the Hawks. We have a feeling Madden NFL 13 is going to be generous toward Mr. Flynn and Seahawks fans, cranking his OVR up to 86.

Player: Jason Pierre-Paul
Team: New York Giants
Position: DL
Madden 12 Player Rating: 75
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 91

Why we think it will change: The Giants one-man tornado tosses linemen around like child playthings, single-handedly blowing up plays and generally causing havoc. Easily the steal of the 2010 draft, his contributions were significant in New Yorks run to a Super Bowl championship. By the end of last season, offensive coordinators were designing plays to stay as far away from him as possible. Now, the Madden 13 ratings will reflect that as he jumps from the mid-70s to the low 90s, making the virtual New York Foot🦋ball Giants that much more imposing to opponents everywhere.

Player: Fred Jackson
Team: Buffalo Bills
Position: RB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 80
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 90

Why we think it will change: The Bills powder keg had a magnificent 2011 season until a gruesome fractured leg ended it prematurely ten weeks into the campaign. Until that unfortunate moment, Jackson had been one of the best running backs in the league, sporting six 100-yard games and a gaudy 5.5 yards-per-carry average. Injuries happen to everyo♓ne in the NFL, and we think Madden 13s ratings gurus will shine brightly on Jackson now that hes healthy ag🤡ain and the proud owner of a shiny new 2-year contract.

Player: Andy Dalton
Team: Cincinnati Bengals
Position: QB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 71
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 83

Why we think it will change: Big Red came from nowhere as a rookie to lead the usually-moribund Cincinnati Bengals to the playoffs. Whilಌe he faded near the end of the year and had a rough debut in the postseason a lot of people feel hes got what it takes to be successful calling signals in the NFL. Were pretty sure Madden 13 will feel the same way, bumping him up significantly from his original rating in the low 70s. This season is a big test though has the league figured him out, or will he prove last year was just a taste of future victories?

Player: Victor Cruz
Team: New York Giants
Position: WR
Madden 12 Player Rating: 61
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 95

Why we think it will change: This Salsa-dancing Super Bowl Champion was a nobody when Madden 12 shipped last August, but after posting over 1,500 yards receiving and winning the Super Bowl, he will be the highest rated number two wide receiver on any team. One of the very first promotional videos that was released for Madden 13 highlighted Victor Cruz's Salsa dance touchdown celebration and, from what his ratings will likely be (95+ speed, acceleration and catching) in Madden this year, we'll 🦩be seeing that dance a lot.

Player: Cam Newton
Team: Carolina Panthers
Position: QB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 77
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 92

Why we think it will change: Cam Newton's robust athleticism made the🔯 Carolina Panthers use their number one draft pick on a quarterback for the second year in a row, and it paid off big. Newton's speed and throwing power will make him one of the most exciting QBs to play with in Madden 13 - and it will also make people want to quit out of an online match before it has even started. After breaking the record for most passing yards by a r💮ookie in a single season, Newton will be breaking down defenses all year long in Madden 13.

And that's all for the rising stars. Now, we move on to our predicted drops...

Player: Josh Freeman
Team: Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Position: QB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 87
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 78

Why we think it will change: Few player rꦇatings will fall more precipitously than those of Tampas quixotically struggling signal-caller this year. Just when he looked to be embarking upon greatness, everything fell apart, as Freemans erratic play led to a boatload of losses and an entire new coaching staff. This is an all-or-nothing season for the massive QB, who shouldve been more like Cam Newton but wound up like Ryan Leaf. His ratings will reflect that disappointment.

Player: Chad Ochocinco
Team: Miami Dolphins
Position: WR
Madden 12 Player Rating: 85
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 79

Why we think it will change: After the debac𝔉le that was Ochocinos tenure with the New England Patriots, many people thought the flamboyant former All-Pro was finished. The Dolphins clearly think differently although many people (including us) disagree. With greatly diminished speed and a penchant for running halfhearted routes, Ochocinco will need something close to a miracle to turn it around in South Florida, and his Madden NFL 13 ratings will reflect that, dipping from a generous 85 to something in the upper 70s.

Player: Peyton Hillis
Team: Kansas City Chiefs
Position: RB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 91
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 82

Why we think it will change: From Madden cover athlete to afterthought, to say Hillis struggled last year would be an understatement. Alienating fans and teamm🦩ates with strange injuries after being mostly ineffective, Hillis was run out of Cleveland in a fall from grace faster than any athlete in recent memory. He gets one more shot to re-establish the punishing, bruising style that made him (briefly) popular, but hell start off rated much lower than anyone would have dreamed just 12 months ago.

Player: Chris Johnson
Team: Tennessee Titans
Position: HB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 96
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 87

Why we think it will change: Last season, Chris Johnson went from CJ2K to CJ just OK. Johnson's lack of performance may have had something to do with his long holdout in the offseason, or being injured, but after rushing for over 2,000 yards in 2009, barely topping 1,000 yards two years l🎀ater isn't going to help you maintain an elite overall rating in Madden. Even though former Titans coach Jeff Fisher recently stated that this season we will see a return of CJ2K, don't expect Madden Ratings Czar Donny Moore to start Johnson off much higher than the upper 80s. He will be more of a wait and C (JOK) this season.

Player: Philip Rivers
Team: San Diego Chargers
Position: QB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 96
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 90

Why we think it will change: Philip Rivers threw for just as many yards as Aaron Rod꧃gers last season (over 4,600 yards) but he also threw as many interceptions as Rex Grossman (20). Rivers wasn't clicking like he was supposed to, and fumbling snaps on QB Kn🧜eels and throwing picks late in games doesn't exactly earn you a spot at the top of the QB pile. It also won't merit giving Rivers a rating as low as Grossman, but Rivers will have a lot to prove this season if he wants to restore his high 90s overall rating. Look for a significant drop in his accuracy and awareness.

And amidst the risers and sinkers, there are the high-profile moves that have heads turning and sports columnists losing sleep. Here's a look at a few...

Player: Peyton Manning
Team: Denver Broncos
Position: QB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 98
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 93

Why we think it will change: Most Colts fans assumed wed have a Zombie Apocalypse before their beloved Manning would change teams, but the NFL proves every year it plays no favorites. With no playi💮ng time f𒈔or over a year, multiple neck surgeries, and a new team and offense in Denver, no one has any idea what to expect from this first-ballot Hall of Famer. One things for sure that 99 Injury rating is coming down, and while EA will be respectful of Mannings body of work, we have to believe his overall will dip a few notches yet remain (for now) in the 90s.

Player: Ray Lewis
Team: Baltimore Ravens
Position: LB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 95
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 89

Why we think it will change: Lewis has been knocking people silly and dancing like a crazy man in pre-game warmups for so long that many Ravens fans assume hell play forever. His play took a noticeable dip last year, though, and hes nearing the end of his Hall of Fame line. We cant imagine that his overall rating will be near last seasons 95, although it may not fall to where it probably should simply because Donny More doesnt want to take the chance Lewis will beat him up. Even so, Ray should be in the high 80s when Madden 13 𓂃kicks off.

Player: Ed Reed
Team: Baltimore Ravens
Position: FS
Madden 12 Player Rating: 98
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 93

Why we think it will change: Another longtime player in Ravens purpl🍃e and sure-fire Hall of Famer thats getting a little ling in the tooth, Reed will face an uphill climb to maintain his lofty status. A few serious injuries have chipped away at his effectiveness recently, so itll be hard to imagine matching his 98 overall from last season. When healthy, hes still scary and always a threat to turn a pick six, but its getting harder and harder for Reed to stay on the field.

Player: Matt Forte
Team: Chicago Bears
Position: RB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 89
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 91

Why we think it will change: Many argued Fortes ratings were too low last year, and despite a devastating injury we have a feeling hell get a 2-3 point bump. The newly-signed For🐎te isnt worrying about a contract anymore, and if he has a terrific training camp then EA will likely crank up some of his individual attributes too although its pretty clear the 95 injury rating will take a hit. You never know ♋which directions athletes that finally get paid the big bucks will go; Bears fans hope its up up up.

Player: Tim Tebow
Team: New York Jets
Position: QB / Special Teams
Madden 12 Player Rating: 77
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 84

Why we think it will change: A better question: how will Tim Tebows ratings change? Unfortunately for Skip Bayless, there is no he just wins rating. Even with one of the more suspect, ahem, spirals in professional football, there is no deny▨ing that Tebow is an exceptional athlete. He led the Broncos to an AFC West title and an amazing overtime playoff win against the Pittsburgh Steelers. For Madden 13, Tebow will now be on the Jets as Mark Sanchezs backup, but the more scintillating development is that Tebow will also be a feature on New Yorks special teams squad. It will be interesting to look at his final individual ratings, but we imagine Tebows overall rating may look more like a fullbacks than a quarterbacks.

Player: Tony Romo
Team: Dallas Cowboys
Position: QB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 88
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 94

Why we think it will change: As the leader of the most talented team in football, Tony Romo can be a polarizing figure. Theres no denying that he is a💃t least a good quarterback, but is he an elite quarterback? When you look at the numbers, Romo looks like he is right on the cusp of achieving the elite status when it comes to passing yards (over 4,000 last year) and touchdowns (31). However, when it comes to winning big games and making big plays, Romo falls short. Nevertheless, its hard to deny Romos talent and we should see a significant increase in Romos accuracy, awareness and throw on run ratings for Madden 13. But we wouldnt be surprised to see that his Is Clutch attribute is a solid HELL NO.

Player: Darrelle Revis
Team: New York Jets
Position: CB
Madden 12 Player Rating: 99
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 99

Why we think it will stay the same: When you hear NFL broadcasters use the phrase shut down corner, they are more often than no🃏t referring to Darrelle Revis. When you look at Revis impressive stats from last season (4 interceptions, 52 tackles and a 100 yard pick six against Miami) they dont really tell the full story. You have to look at his opponents receivers stats. Outside of one game where he was covering 64 Brandon Marshall, not a single wide receiver that Revis matched up with broke 85 yards. Quarterbacks tend not to throw towards Revis Island and there i🐈s no sign of that changing any time soon. It would be shocking to see Revis drop from on top of his 99 overall status in Madden 13.

Player: Troy Polamalu
Team: Pittsburgh Steelers
Position: SS
Madden 12 Player Rating: 99
Our Predicted Madden 13 Player Rating: 95

Why we think it will change: Fan favorite Troy Polama𓄧lu has been Head & Shoulders above this generation of safeties for several years now. Polamalu is showing slightly noticeable signs of slowing down, and his league competition in the secondary is getting fiercer every season. The 2011 season saw Polamalu stack up in the upper echelon of strong safeties, but even young players like Seattles Kam Chancellor had more tackles and picks than Polamalu. It would be odd to give Polamalu a 99 overall when a good number of safeties had statistically better seasons than he did last year, but it wouldnt make a lot of sense to drop him down a great deal. E𓂃ven at the age of 31, he is still performing at a high level, but this should be the year where we see him slide a little in the ratings.