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This is my second year with the Miami Dolphins and while I've had a difficult time getting the sliders correct (All-Pro may always be too easy due to weaker cpu passing and poor game management) but I figured I would post the results of my magical season. I am embarrassed at going 16-0 in the regular season but no sense in apologizing anymore. :)
MIAMI DOLPHINS 2013-14
This Miami Dolphins team was under-estimated and overlooked at the start of the year. But this isn’t the same Dolphins team people expected to see at the start of the 2012 year. Many changes have taken place.
OFFENCE
Ryan Tannehill continues to improve and looks to be the answer at QB. He had a strong 2013 regular season.
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Reggie Bush left for the Detroit Lions in the offseason while young RBs Lamar Miller and Daniel Thomas more than capably filled the void. Miller’s speed made him one of the league’s best rushers while Thomas filled the short yardage roles and got quite a few carries himself.
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Signing Kellen Winslow was one of the best moves any team saw in free agency. He was able to stay healthy and was a tremendous weapon in the passing game. James Jones was acquired via trade and Braylon Edwards (hurt half the season) were the new starting wide receivers. Young Louis Swain has the most speed and made some big plays despite inconsistent hands.
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The OL featured anchors in Jake Long at LT and Mike Pouncey at C. Young Jonathon Martin is steady at RT while free agent guards filled out an OL with the lowest starter rated at 81.
DEFENCE
The front seven is extremely strong with top notch DTs in Randy Starks and Big Paul Soliai clogging the middle. Cam Wake is the top rated player and plays at RE although his production is sometimes limited due to the RE/ROLB being artificially slowed down by EA’s engine giving the LE more ease to make plays. Lawrence Jackson was signed to be play LE and almost set the sack record in his first year with Miami. Again, the lowest rated player on the DL is 82. We led the NFL with 61 sacks this year.
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The LB corp is also strong with all starters rated at 85-86. Dansby fills the middle while Kevin Burnett manned the weakside and nickel spots. Free agent acquisition DeAndre Levy was solid on the strong side while Koa Misi backed up all spots.
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The secondary is the weakest part of the defence with both safeties rated 79-81. The starting CBs are 84-85 with the nickel back at 78. The 2013-14 Dolphins defence ranked 3rd against the runs (yards) but first against the pass. The team was middle of the road with regards to interceptions.
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The team finished a perfect 16-0 in the regular season and got a first round bye in the playoffs.
PLAYOFFS
The first matchup in the divisional round was the Peyton Manning led Denver Broncos. They knocked the Dolphins out of the playoffs last year and were looking to do it again. They took a 23-7 lead in the 3rd quarter but Tannehill led two straight TD drives and two two point conversions to tie the game. Peyton Manning had completed 80% of his passes for 200 yards and 2 TDs with 0 INTs until the 4th quarter when he threw his only pick of the game. That led to the game winning TD for a close 30-23 Dolphins win.
The next matchup was against Phillip Rivers who holds on to the ball far too long. The Dolphins sacked him like crazy and the OL and DL of 12-4 San Diego were not good. This led to an easy 26-0 AFC Championship.
SUPERBOWL 48 IN NEW YORK AT MET LIFE STADIUM
It was a cold Superbowl this year. 31 degrees in New York as the Dolphins took on the Packers with the Patriots favoured despite the perfect Dolphins. Reminds me of 1972 when the perfect Dolphins were also underdogs! Aaron Rodgers wasn’t the only great player on his team. Both lines were pretty solid and Clay Matthews is a beast.
I must say a couple things about the presentation. It was pretty nice for the Superbowl. EA actually added a new theme score at the beginning; there are more pre-game shots along with the F-16 flyover. It felt nice.
I won the coin toss and elected to receive although I don’t generally get off to good starts. The Packers totally stuffed my running game in the first half. The halftime stats showed they completely dominated me. My only highlight was an 80 yard kickoff return where I was tackled at the 15. I tried to punch it in on 4th down, inches from the goalline but was stuffed. That really hurt. I trailed 13-3 at half time. Their defensive plays confused me at times and their various blitz packages nailed me. Clay Matthews had two sacks during the game and GB totalled 6 overall. Worse yet, Green Bay’s Shonn Greene was running the ball on me and he finished with over 100 yards on the day.
The second half didn’t start out a lot better than the first. I struggled to run the ball but got my passing game going a bit. Again I got a first down inside the 5 yard line but ended up settling for a FG. I had a hard time stopping the Packers offence and they scored a TD early in the 4th quarter and took a 27-13 lead. I felt like the undefeated Patriots as they saw the Giants ruin their perfect season.
The Patriots had a two TD lead and also had the ball back and were marching. They got inside my 30 yard line when Rodgers took a shot deep. My FS Chris Clemons picked him off in the end zone! The first turnover of the game and it was huge! I score a TD to cut the lead to 27-20. Again the Packers are driving on me and get inside my 25. Aaron Rodgers scrambles inside my 20 but fumbles on a hard hit! I recover and with only a few minutes left in the game I score a TD left and the game heads to OT at 27-27!
Overtime
I win the coin toss, get the ball but only manage one first down and punt. I force GB to punt as well. Finally on the next possession Lamar Miller busts two decent runs to get me in FG range. I get the ball down to the 23 and on third down I kick the winning FG! 30-27! It was awesome. My hands were sweating badly since the start of the 4th quarter and I was sweaty overall lol. I can’t remember the last time I actually won a Superbowl in Madden.
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The post-game presentation was nice. Again there was some different music played in the background. Confetti rained down as my players celebrated. Ryan Tannehill was awarded the Pete Rozelle trophy as the player of the game. He finished 24-49 for 343 yards and 3 TDs with no picks (sacked 6 times). Aaron Rodgers was 25-40, 283 yards, 2 TDs, 1 INT (and one costly fumble). The Dolphins sacked him four times. Shonn Greene was 17-123 and 1 TD. Lamar Miller ended up 17-91 although a good part of those yards were in OT. Daniel Thomas only had 8 carries for 8 yards. Kellen Winslow led all receivers with 11 grabs, 147 yards and 1 TD. My young kick returner had 6 returns for 221 yards (80 long).
Troy Aikman then came out and presented me, Ryan Tannehill and Braylon Edwards the Lombardi trophy in front of Roger Goodell. It was a nice touch and a thrilling end to a perfect season.
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A NEW LEGEND?
In only his second year, Miami Dolphins head coach Rudy Dolphin has a perfect season and a Superbowl trophy. That follows up a rookie campaign where he went 12-4. He doesn’t stack up to Vince Lombardi but he does rank slightly higher than Jim Schwartz and Jason Garrett.
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souljahbill
12-01-2012, 08:49 AM
Congratulations!
The funny thing is I can't remember the last time I won a Superbowl playing Madden. Possibly Madden '03 and I'm not sure I even did it then. I know I won a National Championship in NCAA 06 and 07. I think I won a title in NCAA 09 but I'm not sure. I remember losing one in 09 or '11. It's certainly been a drought though.
I've thought about going up to All-Madden or making a few more tweaks to All-Pro but All-Pro has its limits. If I go to All-Madden it would take a long time for me to get the sliders half decent too. In both my playoff game against the Broncos and Packers smarter game management down the stretch would have sunk me. But I'll take the win!
I didn't realize I said Patriots twice when I meant Packers obviously. I have two first rounders this year too as I traded away a 2nd rounder last year to a team desperate to move up. It was a late 2nd so I was happy to oblige. Free agency is a bit to easy to fill out weak spots and depth. I don't know why the CPU doesn't try to fill their holes better.
jaymo76
12-01-2012, 02:07 PM
I didn't realize I said Patriots twice when I meant Packers obviously. I have two first rounders this year too as I traded away a 2nd rounder last year to a team desperate to move up. It was a late 2nd so I was happy to oblige. Free agency is a bit to easy to fill out weak spots and depth. I don't know why the CPU doesn't try to fill their holes better.
Well done Rudy! This was a very enjoyable read. Since I didn't pick up the game this year I am living vicariously through you. A few questions for you.
1. How did you go about progressing players? And, did you find it very effective?
2. What is this salary cap glitch other people have mentioned? Does it affect offline?
3. Have you seen any cpu trades yet (outside of the draft)?
4. Any major issues for cpu teams (aka seven QB's and no TE's, etc.)?
5. Just for fun... are my RAIDERS as bad in your game as they are in real life???:fp:
Well done Rudy! This was a very enjoyable read. Since I didn't pick up the game this year I am living vicariously through you. A few questions for you.
1. How did you go about progressing players? And, did you find it very effective?
2. What is this salary cap glitch other people have mentioned? Does it affect offline?
3. Have you seen any cpu trades yet (outside of the draft)?
4. Any major issues for cpu teams (aka seven QB's and no TE's, etc.)?
5. Just for fun... are my RAIDERS as bad in your game as they are in real life???:fp:
1. I auto progresses players every time. Seemed like too much work and possibly cheesy to do it manually.
2. Some people get a bug where you are like a billion over the cap and you can't sign anyone. I don't know why and there is no fix. Game killer for those but I'm not affected. Not sure if it affects both offline and online.
3. I think I did see a trade once (lots in the draft) but I don't pay attention
to the CPU. I always read the news stories but they don't have everything and there is no transaction log. I signed Plaxico last year and I got zero notification he retired on me.
Edit - yes there are trades. I can't remember if there are many during the regular season but definitely during pre-season. I've had the cpu offer stuff for guys I didn't even designate for the trade block. I've also traded for guys as well. But every week in pre-season there is a list of things to do and trade block is one of them. There are 2-4 players available every week and they will get moved. You pretty much have one shot at acquiring them. Put your best offer to the cpu and they will pick the best offer and pull the trigger. I think it took more than a 4th rounder for Delanie Walker since I offered that and I lost.
4. I will check out the depth chart when I play them sometimes but I can't give you a great answer. One thing that bugs me is that you can't play a tackle at guard. So you have to make sure you have good depth at guard. This is crucial but I've seen the CPU with a good OL in 4 spots and then have a total bum rated 61 starting at a guard spot. Both the Chargers and Packers had this. Randy Starks totally dominated in the Charger game because of this and it's inexcusable. There are always cheap guys in free agency and nobody should have a starter under 75 the way the game is set up but the CPU doesn't take advantage like I do. I have no depth issues as a result.
5. I hope they are bad. I think they (or Vikings) traded me this year's first rounder in my draft trade. I will go check on them and report back.
Raider stats. It appears they have a hole at RG on their depth chart as well. The good RG starts at LG and the two horrible LGs are at RG. I'm scared to actually look at the rest of the teams and see how bad this is but bad RGs seem to be prevalent in the league. It does appear teams don't stock up on backups much at all. The Raiders had no backup FB (normal) but no backup SS or FS. I don't even know if they are filling out their 53 man roster. I didn't take pictures of all their depth charts but here are some stats and depth charts. Raiders went 5-11 and the Vikings fired Lesley Frasier. My extra first rounder should be good. The 49ers Delanie Walker is your starting TE. The 49ers traded him to the Bills for some unknown reason (teams that use two TEs don't recognize how important their second TEs are and often dump them - dumb). Then the Raiders signed him in FA. I tried to get him both times but the price for trade and in free agency was too rich (I think he got over $2.5 million a year). Mucci the WR was actually featured as one of the draft stories they do (up to maybe 8 kids get features throughout the year).
STANDINGS
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STATS
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Depth Chart
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Forgot Jaymo but yes there are trades. I can't remember if there are many during the regular season but definitely during pre-season. I've had the cpu offer stuff for guys I didn't even designate for the trade block. I've also traded for guys as well. But every week in pre-season there is a list of things to do and trade block is one of them. There are 2-4 players available every week and they will get moved. You pretty much have one shot at acquiring them. Put your best offer to the cpu and they will pick the best offer and pull the trigger. I think it took more than a 4th rounder for Delanie Walker since I offered that and I lost.
jaymo76
12-01-2012, 10:33 PM
Wow! That's a lot of changes for the Raiders roster. I guess the off season is pretty busy for Madden 13 teams. Thanks for the pics Rudy! It is very much appreciated. That's not good news about the RG situation. Long term that could be a real killer if there are major shortages on the line. CPU depth charts have always been an issue with the Tiburon team. Hopefully that will get more attention in the upcoming releases.
I do really like the new free agent bidding process compared to last year. You know how many teams are bidding and the top suitors but you don't know what they are offering, only the player demands. You have to throw bids up there and see if you get your player. Sometimes you find out right away but some players stretch it out for weeks. I ended up paying a lot for Ebben Britton at LG ($5M a year, not real proud of that) and DeAndre Levy at LOLB.
I don't know what the heck is going on. At least 3 players I scouted aren't listed in the scouting department for the draft anymore. One guy was in a feature story. I hope they come back.
Lots of coaching changes. Whisenhunt to Tennessee, Rex Ryan to Seattle, Marvin Lewis to Baltimore, Norv Turner to Philly, new coach to Minny, new coach to Redskins, new coach to Jets. Clay Matthews got franchise tagged, Randy Moss retired, Osi U got tagged lol, Vontae Davis franchised by Colts, B.Albert by Chiefs.
Holy crap. Some good players available in free agency. At QB there is Romo, Matt Ryan and Josh Freeman. McFadden is available at RB! So is Beanie Wells. A.Boldin, Maclin at WR along with Heyward-Bey. What are the Raiders doing? Pettigrew top TE. E. Monroe a 27 year old, 90 rated LT available. Shocked to see some good young talent availabe but this is a good thing! Two good 28 year old centers on the market. Some good DL too. Most of the good LBs are old but a couple really good MLB like Sean Lee are there. Nothing special at safety.
I only have $5.7 million in cap room and I haven't drafted yet. I don't think I can get involved in any bidding wars and it appears the cpu teams are struggling as well. I've got the 5th pick in the draft! I don't like the kids at the top and will try to trade down about 5 spots and acquire a 2nd rounder if i can.
I'd love to go after Matt Ryan (86 overall) and he only wants $11 million per year but I know that will go up. Not many guys I can cut to make a move for anyone.
Whew. The scouted players came back.
Tom Brady retired! Bears signed Tony Romo, 2 years $16 million.
Week 2 of FA: Falcons sign Vince Young lol. DL Williams signed by Denver 5 years, $27 mil. Not sure if that was a re-sign or not.
Week 3: Maclin to Broncos for 5 years, $35 million. Andy Reid is in Arizona. Bears way overpaid for Anquan Boldin at 5 years $52 million. Skip Bayless trashes the signing lol. McFadden stays in Oakland.
I'm scouting some of these draft story kids. Maybe their grades will change still but the scouts appear to be wrong at times. One of the stories was a 6th round TE and he's now rated 2nd round. One kid at QB they are raving about is only a C and ranked #2 overall. Big mistake if you take him.
I've yet to see an A overall grade. C is around 70 I think. I'm taking the philosophy of finding as many B guys as i can and move around the draft to get them. That's where the value is and I see some B guys with 2nd and even 3rd round grades. Will do my best.
The draft is up next.
Free agency re-cap: Matt Ryan (wants $11M yr) and Josh Freeman (almost $9 mil at 83 overall) went unsigned! Holy crap! One top guard 81 overall (wanted $4-$5 mil) went unsigned. One DE L.Sidbury was 82, speed rusher, age 28 and only wanted under $1.5 million a year. That's a steal. If I have room I will pick him up after the draft. Just sitting there. Nick Barnett rated 89 at ROLB but at 33 and wanting up to $6.6 mill a year has priced himself out of a team. Old expensive CBs sitting there too: C.Webster, C. Tillman, A.Winfield. All want over $5 mill right now.
Gosh dang it. All of the draft grades changed again before the draft. I had two B overall options at TE that went down to C. If I would have known both would have crapped the bed I would have gone after a FA TE a little harder. I signed NOBODY in free agency due to only have $5.7 million in cap space and quality depth.
I did a lot more overall scouting and not so much attribute scouting this year. There are 3 kids with D grades (rounds 2, 3 and 4). 24 kids I scouted have C grades. Ugh. That includes the projected 2nd overall pick at QB and 7th overall at RB. In fact, 7 of those C grades are first round material. That will probably be a 70 rating but that's not good enough for 1st round. I have more overall grades since I didn't spend many points on individual ratings (I believe this to be a good theory) and I bought the extra scouting points package. I may also get more points as a team builder coach (3000 per week during the season, save 1000 every week so you can scout three overalls every two weeks).
Good news is I have 3 B grades. A WR projected 17 overall, a MLB projected 32nd, and a SS projected 30th in the 3rd round - that is a steal I have to grab. I don't want to risk losing these guys so I will try to trade down from #5 to #10 to grab that WR. I will try to move up into the low 20s to grab that MLB from my #32 spot. And I want to grab that SS in the 2nd round. After that I will be drafting fairly blind but will try to grab the C scouted kids.
The best offer for me to move down is to #12 and get another 2nd rounder this year with Tampa. I may do that and then move back up to get the WR. So torn!
Draft trade commentary - the game restricts the trades a bit which I don't mind. When you try to trade up in the draft you can only trade for that exact pick. You can't ask for another lower pick in exchange to try and balance out the trade which is a bit annoying but I didn't mind. When you trade down you will normally have quite a few offers. I would see 6 or 7 offers I think but those are the ONLY offers you can accept. There is no negotiation with any of those teams or any other team that made no offer. When you do make an offer it is a one shot deal. They do have colour coding to determine how much interest the other team has but you have no real way of knowing so make a fair offer. If they turn it down you lose the shot at drafting in that spot when moving up. The draft moves on one spot.
Back to my draft. I'm not exactly shrewd in the wheeling and dealing department. I panic. With those three prospects that rated B I did what I needed to do to make sure I got them. The WR was ranked #18. I traded down from #5 with Tampa and got the #12 pick and the #12 pick in round two. Then I tried moving up with most teams but nobody wanted to take my #12 and the last pick in the 3rd round to swap spots (#8 to #9 both declined). So I finally just traded my #12 plus 3rd and 5th to Cleveland at #10 to swap spots. I just would have been so disappointed to miss out on that WR and there were a few guys in the Top 10 that were sliding and I knew they would since they were overrated. So I got my WR. Turns out he's only got 84 speed (I did know he was a B speed) but he's huge and will be Plaxico. You don't get their true ratings until after the draft.
So now I want the MLB with the B grade ranked 32 overall. The 27th rated kid went in the Top 15 so I did not want to chance this. The scouted busts at the top do slide so I panicked again. I moved up from #32 all the way to #15 by throwing in the last pick in round 2. I then grabbed my MLB.
So now I still have the #12 pick in round two but only picks in rounds 4, 6 and 7 left. My SS (30th overall in 3rd round) is no doubt going to be there but as you get later in the draft you can see a two round discrepancy at times (4th rounders in the 6th). Once it came to pick at #12 in round two I knew I could probably trade down at least 10 spots and still get him. The problem was I didn't have any good trade down options. Most were teams offering future picks or a lower 2nd rounder and only an extra 7th rounder. I didn't want that. I was hoping to move down 10 spots and maybe pick up a 4th rounder but those didn't exist. So I just picked my SS. Of course the twitter feed trashed my pick lol. The twitter analysis is always done by overall draft grade and not real rating. So when the #2 overall pick slipped to #14 (C overall) it was praised even though I knew it wasn't a great pick. Same for the top RB ranked #7 overall that slipped to #24. Praised but I knew better.
At the end of the day though I'm VERY happy with what I got. The WR ended up 80 overall, the MLB 83 overall and my SS ended up an 80 although he's rated an 82 at FS and will now be starting there. He was actually listed as a FS in the draft stories but a SS in the draft.
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The HOF decided to elect Tom Brady and Tony Gonzalez but Randy Moss missed the cut! Brutal! (first year HOF voting is fine for a video game imo).
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(My son was taking the pics with our new iPad so excuse the angle lol)
morsdraconis
12-02-2012, 08:02 AM
Wow. No way Randy Moss isn't a first ballot HOFer. I HATE the guy and the way he played the game, but he was one of the most dominate WRs to EVER play the game. No way he's not immediately inducted.
Wow. No way Randy Moss isn't a first ballot HOFer. I HATE the guy and the way he played the game, but he was one of the most dominate WRs to EVER play the game. No way he's not immediately inducted.
I totally agree with this. His stats and the fear he instilled in defenses while in his prime are top shelf. I'd hate to say he was better than Jerry Rice but he's right up there. Probably the most talented WR ever.
steelerfan
12-02-2012, 01:00 PM
I totally agree with this. His stats and the fear he instilled in defenses while in his prime are top shelf. I'd hate to say he was better than Jerry Rice but he's right up there. Probably the most talented WR ever.
He was not better than Rice. Not even close. HOF? Yes, absolutely, though voters may cockblock him for a couple years for being a dick. That said, he is not Jerry Rice.
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souljahbill
12-02-2012, 01:11 PM
He was not better than Rice. Not even close. HOF? Yes, absolutely, though voters may cockblock him for a couple years for being a dick. That said, he is not Jerry Rice.
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He was absolutely better then Jerry Rice, talent wise. He just didn't work remotely close to how hard Jerry Rice worked. If Randy Moss had Jerry Rice's work ethic, he would have SMASHED all of Jerry's records.
steelerfan
12-02-2012, 01:16 PM
He was absolutely better then Jerry Rice, talent wise. He just didn't work remotely close to how hard Jerry Rice worked. If Randy Moss had Jerry Rice's work ethic, he would have SMASHED all of Jerry's records.
So you're saying POTENTIAL is greater than PRODUCTION. Sorry, no.
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jaymo76
12-02-2012, 02:03 PM
I don't know what the heck is going on. At least 3 players I scouted aren't listed in the scouting department for the draft anymore. One guy was in a feature story. I hope they come back.
Lots of coaching changes. Whisenhunt to Tennessee, Rex Ryan to Seattle, Marvin Lewis to Baltimore, Norv Turner to Philly, new coach to Minny, new coach to Redskins, new coach to Jets. Clay Matthews got franchise tagged, Randy Moss retired, Osi U got tagged lol, Vontae Davis franchised by Colts, B.Albert by Chiefs.
As to the missing players, I thought I heard that some players decide not to enter the draft and return to college for their senior year. Maybe that's what happened?
jaymo76
12-02-2012, 02:10 PM
Holy crap. Some good players available in free agency. At QB there is Romo, Matt Ryan and Josh Freeman. McFadden is available at RB! So is Beanie Wells. A.Boldin, Maclin at WR along with Heyward-Bey. What are the Raiders doing? Pettigrew top TE. E. Monroe a 27 year old, 90 rated LT available. Shocked to see some good young talent availabe but this is a good thing! Two good 28 year old centers on the market. Some good DL too. Most of the good LBs are old but a couple really good MLB like Sean Lee are there. Nothing special at safety.
I only have $5.7 million in cap room and I haven't drafted yet. I don't think I can get involved in any bidding wars and it appears the cpu teams are struggling as well. I've got the 5th pick in the draft! I don't like the kids at the top and will try to trade down about 5 spots and acquire a 2nd rounder if i can.
I'd love to go after Matt Ryan (86 overall) and he only wants $11 million per year but I know that will go up. Not many guys I can cut to make a move for anyone.
McFadden a 90 ovr based on the screens you posted, is available? The only reason I could see would be for INJURY issues. Still, that makes no sense to me that so many GREAT players are up for grabs. I look forward to seeing how it works in future seasons.
jaymo76
12-02-2012, 02:14 PM
The draft is up next.
Free agency re-cap: Matt Ryan (wants $11M yr) and Josh Freeman (almost $9 mil at 83 overall) went unsigned! Holy crap! One top guard 81 overall (wanted $4-$5 mil) went unsigned. One DE L.Sidbury was 82, speed rusher, age 28 and only wanted under $1.5 million a year. That's a steal. If I have room I will pick him up after the draft. Just sitting there. Nick Barnett rated 89 at ROLB but at 33 and wanting up to $6.6 mill a year has priced himself out of a team. Old expensive CBs sitting there too: C.Webster, C. Tillman, A.Winfield. All want over $5 mill right now.
Oh my, if that were my Raiders franchise I would have to bite on the Matt Ryan option. That's a lot of cash but Ryan is young enough that you could build around him from the draft. Plus if the Raiders still have Moore and Goodson they have a strong presence in the backfield. Moore and Streater at WR would be adequate to complete (speed and possession).
jaymo76
12-02-2012, 02:21 PM
The best offer for me to move down is to #12 and get another 2nd rounder this year with Tampa. I may do that and then move back up to get the WR. So torn!
Draft trade commentary - the game restricts the trades a bit which I don't mind. When you try to trade up in the draft you can only trade for that exact pick. You can't ask for another lower pick in exchange to try and balance out the trade which is a bit annoying but I didn't mind. When you trade down you will normally have quite a few offers. I would see 6 or 7 offers I think but those are the ONLY offers you can accept. There is no negotiation with any of those teams or any other team that made no offer. When you do make an offer it is a one shot deal. They do have colour coding to determine how much interest the other team has but you have no real way of knowing so make a fair offer. If they turn it down you lose the shot at drafting in that spot when moving up. The draft moves on one spot.
Back to my draft. I'm not exactly shrewd in the wheeling and dealing department. I panic. With those three prospects that rated B I did what I needed to do to make sure I got them. The WR was ranked #18. I traded down from #5 with Tampa and got the #12 pick and the #12 pick in round two. Then I tried moving up with most teams but nobody wanted to take my #12 and the last pick in the 3rd round to swap spots (#8 to #9 both declined). So I finally just traded my #12 plus 3rd and 5th to Cleveland at #10 to swap spots. I just would have been so disappointed to miss out on that WR and there were a few guys in the Top 10 that were sliding and I knew they would since they were overrated. So I got my WR. Turns out he's only got 84 speed (I did know he was a B speed) but he's huge and will be Plaxico. You don't get their true ratings until after the draft.
So now I want the MLB with the B grade ranked 32 overall. The 27th rated kid went in the Top 15 so I did not want to chance this. The scouted busts at the top do slide so I panicked again. I moved up from #32 all the way to #15 by throwing in the last pick in round 2. I then grabbed my MLB.
So now I still have the #12 pick in round two but only picks in rounds 4, 6 and 7 left. My SS (30th overall in 3rd round) is no doubt going to be there but as you get later in the draft you can see a two round discrepancy at times (4th rounders in the 6th). Once it came to pick at #12 in round two I knew I could probably trade down at least 10 spots and still get him. The problem was I didn't have any good trade down options. Most were teams offering future picks or a lower 2nd rounder and only an extra 7th rounder. I didn't want that. I was hoping to move down 10 spots and maybe pick up a 4th rounder but those didn't exist. So I just picked my SS. Of course the twitter feed trashed my pick lol. The twitter analysis is always done by overall draft grade and not real rating. So when the #2 overall pick slipped to #14 (C overall) it was praised even though I knew it wasn't a great pick. Same for the top RB ranked #7 overall that slipped to #24. Praised but I knew better.
At the end of the day though I'm VERY happy with what I got. The WR ended up 80 overall, the MLB 83 overall and my SS ended up an 80 although he's rated an 82 at FS and will now be starting there. He was actually listed as a FS in the draft stories but a SS in the draft.
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The HOF decided to elect Tom Brady and Tony Gonzalez but Randy Moss missed the cut! Brutal! (first year HOF voting is fine for a video game imo).
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(My son was taking the pics with our new iPad so excuse the angle lol)
Rudy, if you need more at the WR/TE position you have to bring FASANO back to your team. Back on season pass I picked him up as a FA and he was awesome for short over the middle routes. The guy was money on 3rd down plays. Originally I brought in Bo Scaife and the guy was awful! Depending on your offensive style (I run a lot of I formation and short passing offense) big, strong TE's are essential to the short yardage passing game.
Again Rudy, thanks for posting all of these great reads. Very enjoyable! Props to your son too for the pics! (I personally love my ipad)
jaymo76
12-02-2012, 02:29 PM
He was not better than Rice. Not even close. HOF? Yes, absolutely, though voters may cockblock him for a couple years for being a dick. That said, he is not Jerry Rice.
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After watching him "half-ass" it with my Raiders for a couple of seasons (and stupid me splurging on his Raiders jersey) I would take issue with him being a first ballot HOFamer. In a couple of years... yes... but just for the principle... not right now!
Fasano was let go after year 1. He wanted over $3 million and I put the money into Kellen Winslow. He has reliable hands and is a real good blocker but he's not a real weapon in the passing game. I'm going into year 3 and my team is solid although I'm getting a bit old in the front 7.
souljahbill
12-02-2012, 04:55 PM
So you're saying POTENTIAL is greater than PRODUCTION. Sorry, no.
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So if production is the only thing we go by, then Brett Favre is the best QB of all time and Emmitt Smith is the best RB of all time. These things are undebatable, right? They produced the most so they're just the best, point blank, right?
Jerry Rice is great, now doubt, but he was the product of a great offense and a tremendous work ethic. He worked harder then everyone and that's why he was successful.
For Randy Moss, it was "easy." He didn't have to work hard to be better than everyone. He just was and he knew it. That's why he never reached his full potential. It was too easy for him and he never had to work for it.
If you combined Jerry's work ethic with Moss's talent, the numbers Moss could have put up would have been astonomical!
steelerfan
12-02-2012, 06:02 PM
So if production is the only thing we go by, then Brett Favre is the best QB of all time and Emmitt Smith is the best RB of all time. These things are undebatable, right? They produced the most so they're just the best, point blank, right?
Jerry Rice is great, now doubt, but he was the product of a great offense and a tremendous work ethic. He worked harder then everyone and that's why he was successful.
For Randy Moss, it was "easy." He didn't have to work hard to be better than everyone. He just was and he knew it. That's why he never reached his full potential. It was too easy for him and he never had to work for it.
If you combined Jerry's work ethic with Moss's talent, the numbers Moss could have put up would have been astonomical!
The discussion is about the HOF. PRODUCTION is far more important than POTENTIAL in such a discussion.
Behind Barry Sanders, Bo Jackson may have been the most talented NFL back that I ever watched. However, circumstances (baseball and hip injury) dictated that he never achieved the numbers he could have. You won't hear me compare his accomplishments to those of Sanders (or Smith).
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JeffHCross
12-02-2012, 06:51 PM
The discussion is about the HOF. PRODUCTION is far more important than POTENTIAL in such a discussion.Actually, you seem to be having two different discussions. While it started with HOF, Rudy's original statement was "most talented WR ever". In which TALENT is the only piece up for debate, not PRODUCTION, nor, really, POTENTIAL.
jaymo76
12-02-2012, 07:45 PM
Fasano was let go after year 1. He wanted over $3 million and I put the money into Kellen Winslow. He has reliable hands and is a real good blocker but he's not a real weapon in the passing game. I'm going into year 3 and my team is solid although I'm getting a bit old in the front 7.
After reading your posts I did some Madden searching on the web. Back to your comments about good players being cut. It seems a lot of people see Matt Ryan in the FA pool by year three. It sounds like the cpu has serious salary cap issues and lacks the logic of sound reasoning on key positions so it just cuts high salary and/or releases players with no contract offer eg. Matt Ryan as a slew of excellent receivers. I also read that great WR's and RB's are a dime a dozen so don't pay a lot for a veteran.
In addition, apparently you have to turn progression on to "end of the year" or else cpu players on all the other teams will NOT progress. One of my major concerns early on was how the new system would impact progression. I guess the Tiburon team is still trying to figure it out?
So I have to set it to end of year for the cpu to get any benefit? Wow. I never knew that. I had mine set at quarterly.
Matt Ryan was signed by Arizona to a 1 year, $8 million dollar deal on the 3rd week of the season. Josh Freeman was signed by the Raiders as well. One year $6.3 million. Carson Palmer went immediately on the trade block. He still has 4 years left on his deal. Richard Seymour has a lot of money left as well. The Raiders have just over $1 million in cap space in preseason. They need to dump Carson. For some reason Delanie Walker is on the trade block despite the fact he is clearly the best TE (77 or so) and the two backup TEs are veterans rated in the upper 60s.
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jaymo76
12-03-2012, 01:16 AM
Hah! Any scenario where Carson Palmer is out of Oakland is a good one. However it seems like a weird move to bring in a new qb with a one year deal. Also putting your best te on the block is just nuts since that is one of Oakland's biggest liability.
Once the pre-season/season starts all free agents can only be signed to a one year deal. You have no choice in what to pay or for how long. It's just how EA chose to do this with Madden. None of them involve a bonus either so you can cut them without penalty. I just signed that one RDE that was an 82 to a one year, $1.3 million dollar deal. He'll back up Wake. I've seen other cpu teams start to grab some of the higher priced, older guys that never got signed as well. I agree that it would be nice to have more control here but these guys are all considered street free agents with something to prove. So they take a little less on a one year deal and hope to cash in the next offseason. You get a discount now and but do get a chance to re-sign them later.
I have no clue what the Raiders are doing at TE. Makes zero sense to try and move D.Walker.
jaymo76
12-03-2012, 02:40 PM
Once the pre-season/season starts all free agents can only be signed to a one year deal. You have no choice in what to pay or for how long. It's just how EA chose to do this with Madden. None of them involve a bonus either so you can cut them without penalty. I just signed that one RDE that was an 82 to a one year, $1.3 million dollar deal. He'll back up Wake. I've seen other cpu teams start to grab some of the higher priced, older guys that never got signed as well. I agree that it would be nice to have more control here but these guys are all considered street free agents with something to prove. So they take a little less on a one year deal and hope to cash in the next offseason. You get a discount now and but do get a chance to re-sign them later.
I have no clue what the Raiders are doing at TE. Makes zero sense to try and move D.Walker.
I don't like how you can't negotiate term but I guess a game can only do so much. Oh we'll. now with Brady retired it will be interesting to see how the Pats respond. Do you know if they have drafted a QBor are they going with Mallet? You may be in full control of the AFC with Brady gone.
jaymo76
12-03-2012, 02:52 PM
Rudy I forgot to ask, now that you are in season three what is the repetition factor with with regards to twitter stories? Have the tweets become redundant? Also does the commentary still talk about 2012 stats and events even though its 2015? (Eg like pretty much all past maddens). You mentioned the Superbowl immersion was very good so I hope the rest of the Ccm stuff has been enjoyable.
Player specific commentary is still old but there isn't a lot of that anyways. Overall I'm still very disappointed with EA over the terrible replay system. I'd like to see the player highlight packages and studio look-ins NCAA have.
Twitter stories are fine. There is some repetition but there are a lot of personalities in the game with their own set of comments. After I try to re-sign a guy the game will let you know if you we're successful the following week but the news headlines and Mort on twitter usually give it away early. The player of the week stuff definitely gets repetitive but overall it's fine. There is a 28 year old QB at LSU in this years draft stories that has gotten unique tweets. Comments on player moves are good.
The Patriots have Brian Billick who came back to coach them. A rookie QB starts for them and he wasn't very good. I kicked off the new year onThursday night by kicking their butt. In week 2 I played the Bills who are coached by M. Shanahan and I lost 17-10. Their offence was bad but mine was worse. No undefeated season this year!
As far as contracts you have very little control over structure. During the season and free agency you choose the number of years and bonus. Every contract is backloaded. No control over that at all. And street free agents during the year are all 1 year, no bonus and no negotiating. You pay the price or you don't sign him.
jaymo76
12-03-2012, 08:34 PM
Rudy, after reading all this info I had some down time toay so I turned on the Madden 13 demo. I haven't played madden 13 since sept 1st so needless to say I was pretty rusty. I played as SF vs the Giants. Long story short Kaepernick went 7 for 22 for 118 yards and one pic and we LOST 20- 0. Ugly!
I was playing on all madden with fatigue at 70 and injuries at 70. I didn't make any other changes to the sliders. I am pretty good at Madden but man I was rusty and all madden kicked my butt. The game was fun but all the drops by my RECIEVERS was frustrating. I will say though that I LOVE running the ball in madden... So much better than NCAA. I do have a few questions for you though.
Have drops been fixed in retail? I HAD SEVEN DROPS BETWEEN FOUR RECIEVERS
Is the long ball defended by the safeties? SEEMS LIKE THE SAFTIES DON'T MOVE INTO POSITION
Is ASK MADDEN improved? SEEMS LIKE IT THE SAME PLAYS OVER AND OVER
How is the CPU qb accuracy? MANNING WAS ON FIRE IN MY GAME
Did you switch to all madden and if so is it too tough?
Have drops been fixed in retail? I HAD SEVEN DROPS BETWEEN FOUR RECIEVERS
Is the long ball defended by the safeties? SEEMS LIKE THE SAFTIES DON'T MOVE INTO POSITION
Is ASK MADDEN improved? SEEMS LIKE IT THE SAME PLAYS OVER AND OVER
How is the CPU qb accuracy? MANNING WAS ON FIRE IN MY GAME
Did you switch to all madden and if so is it too tough?
1) A lot of people complained about WR drops on All-Madden and that was corrected by a patch although I only think they changed the slider default back up to 50 for the user. It's a simple fix that sliders can handle and the one patch did that. It was only an issue on All-Madden.
2) Safety play has always been a bit of an issue. My problem is the safeties aren't dynamic. They seem to always do the same thing which is cheat to the outside in Cover 2 man. That makes it difficult to hit the deep ball to your alpha WR but the slot or TE deep down the middle are often open because of this. The cpu does play a lot of zone and this doesn't always happen. Honestly the cpu pass defense is a lot better when they aren't blitzing and playing safe. Then you become Joey checkdown which can be frustrating. I'm not a great passer and find it difficult to hit many deep balls at all other than the TE down the middle but speed does help. My WRs aren't fast other than my 2nd year player.
My other beef with pass coverage is you just don't see enough press man coverage. The NFL teams do this much more than they do in Madden imo. Often when you get press coverage in Madden it's a cover 2 zone and if you read it right you can hit your outside WRs down the sideline between the CB and S for a nice gain. That area is open if read properly as the safeties won't get there in time.
3) Ask Madden sucks. Sometimes it only gives you two plays to pick from. I never use it although in NCAA I would use it almost all the time. NCAA's version is a million times better as you can cycle through different pages for many different plays. Madden gives you 2-3 plays period. Don't bother with it. And the recommendations are often stupid and don't give you QB kneel in obvious situations. They should always have at least one pass and one run too but that doesn't happen all the time either.
4) I haven't played enough on All-Madden. I have played a few games but not much. The accuracy sliders work enough to get the job done. On All-Pro I have the cpu accuracy at 65 and they still misfire. Some guys will suck at times and then Peyton will hit over 70%. On All-Madden most people have it below 50 (like 25 to 35) for the cpu and I think you would be able to find a good setting but it takes slider work.
5) I've often thought about jumping to All-Madden just because All-Pro has been too easy. I had a base All-Madden slider set that I was going to work with but it would probably take at least 5-10 games of playing to really get it right. Way too early for me to know if I can handle All-Madden or get it right. I'm just tired of playing with the sliders. The sliders in Madden aren't good. The pass reaction slider is pretty well useless. It may be reversed but I don't think it matters much so you are pretty much playing with default pass coverage. I didn't find All-Madden's pass defense to be too hard though which means for good players it's way too easy to pass on all levels. I was surprised I wasn't horrible. Much like NCAA this year, the All-Pro and All-American default settings got too easy and the cpu QBs too dumb. Run blocking sliders are very watered down. On All-Pro I have my run blocking at 0 and cpu block shedding at 95. That's stupid. I wish Madden had an RBA setting rather than simply broken tackles since the tackle slider can just handle that. The cpu RBs need a speed/moves boost and we can't give them one.
I've gotten All-Pro to be pretty good for me but it's still generally too easy which is easy to see after I had a perfect season. The blocking and tackling sliders can get the cpu running game decent. I can get my running game and passing game decent (I'm not a great passer so it's not overly easy other than the TE streak). But the cpu passing game can be really bad at times and it's the hardest thing to fix. I do think I'm close now but you really don't have many tools to fix it. Cpu QB decision making combined with bad play calling, especially in the red zone, is hard to overcome on All-Pro. A working pass coverage slider would do wonders. Right now the best way to tune the cpu passing game is by boosting their pass protection significantly. The cpu QB needs a lot of time to make a good decision so crank pass protection up and it helps.
There are some reports the cpu play calling improves as you get further into your CCM. I don't really believe this but I tried this out in my next game against Tennessee to see for myself.
Ken Wisenhunt was their coach but here was something really stupid. Chris Johnson was the 3rd string RB on the team and he wasn't hurt and rated in the 90s. The starting RB was LeGarette Blount at 70. I see no reason why this happened.
Anyways I tracked their first and second down play calls not inside two minutes. The game was no more than 7 point difference until I scored again with just over 2 minutes left to pull away. Up until that point Tennessee ran 10 times and passed 7 on first down and it was dynamic. They used play action and also came out in shotgun at times. On second down it was 7 runs vs. 9 passes. Overall it was 17 runs vs 16 passes on the first two downs not inside two minutes. I was impressed. I'll keep letting the cpu run their playbooks for a little bit and keep tracking this.
ram29jackson
12-05-2012, 03:27 PM
There are some reports the cpu play calling improves as you get further into your CCM. I don't really believe this but I tried this out in my next game against Tennessee to see for myself.
Ken Wisenhunt was their coach but here was something really stupid. Chris Johnson was the 3rd string RB on the team and he wasn't hurt and rated in the 90s. The starting RB was LeGarette Blount at 70. I see no reason why this happened.
Anyways I tracked their first and second down play calls not inside two minutes. The game was no more than 7 point difference until I scored again with just over 2 minutes left to pull away. Up until that point Tennessee ran 10 times and passed 7 on first down and it was dynamic. They used play action and also came out in shotgun at times. On second down it was 7 runs vs. 9 passes. Overall it was 17 runs vs 16 passes on the first two downs not inside two minutes. I was impressed. I'll keep letting the cpu run their playbooks for a little bit and keep tracking this.
alphabetical order ? :)
alphabetical order ? :)
That would be the only logical explanation lol.
jaymo76
12-05-2012, 09:27 PM
Man am I rusty! I played another two Madden demos last night and lost both. That ALL MADDEN DROP GLITCH is brutal as the Hawks I had 13 drops and 9 drops in the two games. The cpu zone in this game (demo) is just awful... it's not as bad as NCAA but it's close.
jaymo76
12-05-2012, 09:28 PM
There are some reports the cpu play calling improves as you get further into your CCM. I don't really believe this but I tried this out in my next game against Tennessee to see for myself.
Ken Wisenhunt was their coach but here was something really stupid. Chris Johnson was the 3rd string RB on the team and he wasn't hurt and rated in the 90s. The starting RB was LeGarette Blount at 70. I see no reason why this happened.
Anyways I tracked their first and second down play calls not inside two minutes. The game was no more than 7 point difference until I scored again with just over 2 minutes left to pull away. Up until that point Tennessee ran 10 times and passed 7 on first down and it was dynamic. They used play action and also came out in shotgun at times. On second down it was 7 runs vs. 9 passes. Overall it was 17 runs vs 16 passes on the first two downs not inside two minutes. I was impressed. I'll keep letting the cpu run their playbooks for a little bit and keep tracking this.
I saw over on OS that earlier on you were trying to manually adjust the cpu playbooks. Are you still doing that or have you given up and just accepted that playcalling is what is is???
I saw over on OS that earlier on you were trying to manually adjust the cpu playbooks. Are you still doing that or have you given up and just accepted that playcalling is what is is???
I've been doing that cpu playbook switch for quite awhile now. I just couldn't take the majority of teams running 80% of the time on first and second down. On the flip side the generic playbooks tend to call too many passes. I think the Legend playbooks (Billick, Gibbs, Vermeil, Madden) are a bit more balanced but I'm not sure. Sometimes those other playbooks call too many screens as well. So I'm going to test the theory that deeper into your CCM the play calling gets more dynamic and depends on the talent. I don't know if that's true as I suspect the star coding on the team playbooks is still screwed up which is what caused this mess in the first place. But there was a tuning file for CCM. Maybe the secretly tweaked something in there. After one game of going back to the team specific books I'm happy but that could be a fluke. Still no general tuning files released for Madden 13.
As far as the drops, Madden lets you change your sliders in the demo Jaymo. Why not put your user catching back up to 50-60 and see how it goes. That should fix it.
Played Buffalo and Fitz was pretty bad. Tannehill was almost as bad. This time I ran a lot better. I like the SF playbook a lot better. I do feel a bit guilty using it out of the Ace-Pairs formation with both TEs on one side of the field. The cpu almost never shifts over to set the edge on an unbalanced formation like this. I've posted pics on this before but I wish they would do a better job. Speedy backs can do too much damage this way. I think I'm just going to have to use a house rule of never running the stretch play out of this formation.
Anyways, Shanny is the coach of Buffalo and on 1st down they had a run-pass ratio of 12-4. Not too bad as some teams have a real strong first down run percentage and second down was 6-6. I'm going to keep on using this.
One complaint is about fatigue. I've tried raising it to 60 and I'm not completely happy with it this high. It's pretty good except for OL. It seems the same as DL when DL usually work harder in the trenches, particularly when rushing the passer. Even with a 40/60 sub pattern (and the auto sub settings may be pointless since some say they don't work) my OL will leave the game. I had two subs in on my OL on one drive.
jaymo76
12-07-2012, 12:20 AM
I've been doing that cpu playbook switch for quite awhile now. I just couldn't take the majority of teams running 80% of the time on first and second down. On the flip side the generic playbooks tend to call too many passes. I think the Legend playbooks (Billick, Gibbs, Vermeil, Madden) are a bit more balanced but I'm not sure. Sometimes those other playbooks call too many screens as well. So I'm going to test the theory that deeper into your CCM the play calling gets more dynamic and depends on the talent. I don't know if that's true as I suspect the star coding on the team playbooks is still screwed up which is what caused this mess in the first place. But there was a tuning file for CCM. Maybe the secretly tweaked something in there. After one game of going back to the team specific books I'm happy but that could be a fluke. Still no general tuning files released for Madden 13.
As far as the drops, Madden lets you change your sliders in the demo Jaymo. Why not put your user catching back up to 50-60 and see how it goes. That should fix it.
Yeah I played with the sliders a bit last night and I had to put catching to 60 before the drops went away. Most of the sliders (IN THE DEMO) I was pleased with. If memory serves the sldiers in season pass we 100% innefective/broken??? The one slider in the DEMO that really doesn't seem to work well is HUM PASS RUSH. Getting pressure is almost impossible. Many times Manning would have 7-10 seconds to throw. I honestly don't recall it being that bad in season pass.
Playing this game again I may pick up a used copy after Christmas just to play around with it. I have literally stopped playing NCAA 13 altogether as I feel somewhat bored with the gameplay and overall experience. Maybe I will try to get back into it during bowl season?
Maybe you will get back into it but for me the shelf life of football games this generation has been maybe 50% of what it used to be on the old consoles. The magic of football gaming just wasn't captured as well this generation, especially compared to every other sports video game out there imo. I've pretty much quit playing football games every year around Christmas. We'll see if I extend that this year. The Mrs. is getting me NBA 2K13 for Christmas (99% sure) so that may take time away from Madden. I tend to be more of a streak gamer. I play one game for a long period and when I switch I don't go back normally.
As for the blocking sliders, I've always felt there was a 50 point difference in blocking between All-Pro/AA and All-Madden/Heisman. Madden default blocking is most likely like All-Pro but the cpu gets a 50 point boost in pass rush, pass block, run block and run block shedding. Think about it from that perspective. It's also a big reason why the cpu passing game is a lot better on All-Madden. I truly believe the number one thing that affects the cpu passing game is pass blocking. You need to give the cpu extra time so they don't make stupid decisions.
Cam Newton got a 6 year, $94 million dollar extension. Jimmy Graham 6 year, $51 million (cheap really) but Sproles got 4 years and $30.5! Crazy!
jaymo76
12-07-2012, 07:09 PM
Cam Newton got a 6 year, $94 million dollar extension. Jimmy Graham 6 year, $51 million (cheap really) but Sproles got 4 years and $30.5! Crazy!
Wow! I wonder who the Panthers will have to release to keep Newton on the roster? That is a lot of cap space that just got eaten up. I never played versus Carolina on season pass so I don't know how well Newton plays in Madden but that price tag just seems too high.
jaymo76
12-07-2012, 07:15 PM
Rudy,
You know I have never played the NBA 2K series (on PS3). For me the season is just too long. I loved college hoops and NCAA Basketball 10 AND THE NBA 2K series franchise mode looks amazing but I just don't have the time for a full season. What I like about Madden/NCAA is that you play a season and then go away and come back at a later date and continue on. The season length is perfect for me and my career/family life.
I feel you pain with NCAA. I have dreamed of seeing NCAA 06 PS3 version for the longest time. I miss so much of what the game offered back then. Don't get me wrong... a lot of good stuff has been added this gen but there is still a lot of great stuff missing IMO (FCS, home field advantage, matchup stick, etc.).
Rudy,
You know I have never played the NBA 2K series (on PS3). For me the season is just too long. I loved college hoops and NCAA Basketball 10 AND THE NBA 2K series franchise mode looks amazing but I just don't have the time for a full season. What I like about Madden/NCAA is that you play a season and then go away and come back at a later date and continue on. The season length is perfect for me and my career/family life.
I feel you pain with NCAA. I have dreamed of seeing NCAA 06 PS3 version for the longest time. I miss so much of what the game offered back then. Don't get me wrong... a lot of good stuff has been added this gen but there is still a lot of great stuff missing IMO (FCS, home field advantage, matchup stick, etc.).
Are there no short season options for NBA 2K? The funny thing is when I have played basketball in the past or when I play my baseball games I don't care about the team building aspects. I play mainly for just the gameplay and the stats. I played 140 games in one season this year of the Show. Didn't quite finish it (my longest attempt ever). I love to track the stats in the Show (or MLB 2K when I was playing that) and I try to create as sim a stat environment as I can. I care about getting realistic stats in Madden but not as much. I don't check out other team stats or player stats as much either and it doesn't bother me as much if they are off in football.
The number one thing I miss about the PS2 era is the way the players moved. I've never liked the twitchy and floaty feel of this gen. I was just PMing a guy on OS who I talk with and he had popped in Madden 09 for the PS2 and he said it's the one thing that just stands out as different and better when he plays. He normally plays this gen's football games but still goes back and plays the old ones for some of the fun features. I would LOVE it if EA would offer two momentum systems - the current one (which I don't like at all) and a Classic momentum system where there was a lot more weight to the players.
Got my butt handed to me in San Diego 41-16. My defense was terrible. Ryan Matthews was 25-293 yards and 3 TDs. Been awhile since this happened. I smoked Rivers and SD the last two times I played them. Perhaps it was new coach Lovie Smith's direction lol. I fell behind 24-6 and could never recover. Got to within 8 in the second half but that was as close as I could get it. The cpu is normally terrible in the red zone but they scored 4 TDs in 5 trips in this game.
It appears that one of the last patches may have fixed the breast cancer stuff. It was pink as I started November. Braylon Edwards has truly been Braylon Edwards since I signed him. Makes the tough catch but drops too many easy balls.
I have a decent amount of cap space right now but Tannehill doesn't take up much. Green Bay just signed Aaron Rodgers to a 6 year, $120.5 million dollar extension.
I'm 3-2 now and Tannehill has been terrible. I may look at upgrading QB in the next draft. His accuracy just hasn't improved as much as I would like, especially deep. He has a 50.4 QB rating, 3 TDs, 10 INTs and has only completed 49% of his passes for just over 1000 yards.
I haven't started scouting yet. I've decided to wait more until the end. I have 15000 points to use which gives me 7 full overalls. I may decide to scout QB heavily this year.
One of the draft stories involves a DL who tore his knee up and is out for the college season. Another story features a mauling guard.
Given that this is my 3rd year of scouting I think the letter grades for individual skills and overall follow a basic pattern:
A = 90s (you will see plenty of these when scouting WR or DB speed, I've never seen an overall grade of A)
B = 80s (I'm guessing that are maybe 15 overall grades like this in a class)
C = 70s (most early prospects will have overall grades of C)
D = 60s
F = 50s or less (will see LB and S man and zone coverage skills in this area at times)
I can't say for certain there is an overlap to any of these areas but this seems most likely from my experience.
I threw 4 INTs and had two fumbles and was trailing the Jets 32-13 in the 4th quarter. A crazy comeback win though at 36-32. Knocked Sanchez out with a broken jaw and Tebow did nothing in his place. I almost lost three straight and would have been 3-4. Instead both myself and the Jets are tied for first at 4-3.
Some things certainly seem harder lately and I wonder if Madden's goofy slider/difficulty rules (if user slider totals are under 300 it switches to All-Madden from All-Pro allegedly) have an effect. Even though I didn't change my sliders at all my second last game tweeted I lost on All-Madden. My EA connection dropped out during my game so I couldn't tell what it would tweet even though my settings still say All-Pro.
jaymo76
12-09-2012, 11:15 AM
I threw 4 INTs and had two fumbles and was trailing the Jets 32-13 in the 4th quarter. A crazy comeback win though at 36-32. Knocked Sanchez out with a broken jaw and Tebow did nothing in his place. I almost lost three straight and would have been 3-4. Instead both myself and the Jets are tied for first at 4-3.
Some things certainly seem harder lately and I wonder if Madden's goofy slider/difficulty rules (if user slider totals are under 300 it switches to All-Madden from All-Pro allegedly) have an effect. Even though I didn't change my sliders at all my second last game tweeted I lost on All-Madden. My EA connection dropped out during my game so I couldn't tell what it would tweet even though my settings still say All-Pro.
Based on reading your posts it sure seems like there must have been a change in the last patch and/or a subtle tuner update. Cake walking the season before at 16-0 and going on to win the SB and now sitting at 3-4 (almost 2-5) and seeing your offense struggle just doesn't sound like the way Madden plays at all. I know for a fact that historically when I have played Madden I dominate on ALL PRO and I get my butt handed to me on ALL Madden. Often when something has been tweaked via patch and/or tuner update I notice a difference right away in how the game plays.
jaymo76
12-09-2012, 04:12 PM
Just read an interesting tweet from Mr. LOOMAN. Apparently PREDICTABILITY TRAIT refers to whether or not a player will retire out of the blue. If a player is unpredictable there is no rhyme or reason to retirement. If however they are predictable they will retire at the "usual" time for that type of player.
jaymo76
12-09-2012, 05:30 PM
Saw this on youtube today. I had a good laugh. I hope the physics have been tightened up since then.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrHOK8gLQr8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5gETwFipKk
I don't think I've seen any hits like that myself. I really do like the Infinity engine after the third patch. It's good IMO. Not perfect but a definite improvement over the early release.
And I am 4-3 right now. Could have been 3-4 if I didn't have that comeback.
jaymo76
12-11-2012, 08:54 PM
Rudy, out of curiosity what are Kirk Cousins ratings for madden? If I do get this game Christmas or after, it may be interesting to try and pick him up.
I will check it out tomorrow. I'll try and see what he's rated I'm my franchise too.
Cousins is only rated a 72, that's third string in overall as Rex Grossman is 75 while RG3 is an 89. Bonus 95 thp, 88 acc, 89 short, 88 med, 87 deep. Cousins is 84 power, 82 acc, 89, 78 and 63. Bob has 68 awareness, Kirk 56 and Rex 75.
Over 700,000 leagues created now. In my CCM the Redskins only have two QBs on roster. Bon andKirk. Bob is 86 (early roster file) and Kirk is 68. The accuracy ratings are similar. Their overall depth chart looks good tho. No major problems at all and they look like a good team. My only issue is only carrying 2 QBs but some teams try that once in awhile.
I just got destroyed by the 49ers on the road 37-3. I didn't play a good game but for the second time in my franchise the game's difficulty jumped to All-Madden (I know this because it tweeted I lost on All-Madden on my twitter option). It happened to me in the playoffs of year one and now in my third year it jumped again. I knew there was an issue when my WRs started dropping a ton of balls. I only had 11 completions on the game but 9 dropped balls. Never converted a third down.
The game has a very stupid difficulty/slider combination. You start on a default difficulty but as soon as you touch the sliders it turns to custom. Then if you tweak the sliders too much in certain directions it will secretly jump to a different difficulty. It's been posted on OS before that if you start on All-Madden but your user sliders add up to 300 or more collectively it will drop to All-Pro. Also, if any slider is more than 75 it drops to All-Pro. There are some other stupid things that affect stuff too. Very annoyed. I saved my game as I figured it was payback for going perfect last year but I hope I get it back. I know my sliders on All-Pro are tougher than default but my user sliders total over 300. The cpu is over 800 so maybe that's a problem. Don't know.
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morsdraconis
12-12-2012, 09:31 AM
What an utter pound of shit that is. Talk about fuckin' stupid.
I don't know how you guys put up with shit like that anymore. :smh:
i just toggled the difficulty between settings and put it back to All-Pro and it stuck now. Didn't help me as I lost to Houston 35-18. They kicked a FG as time expired too when they didn't even have to snap the ball. Second time I've seen this. Pricks.
Ryan Tannehill has been horrid this year for me. I'm 4-5 now (still tied for first in the AFC East) and Tannehill is completing only 49% of his passes with 22 INTs! I think part of the problem is I've boosted the speed threshold as I'm trying to reduce the impact of speed RBs over power backs. Lamar Miller is fast but he shouldn't be averaging more than 2 yards a carry more than Daniel Thomas (who I do use for short yardage). He just turns the corner a little too easy and that is partially EA's fault for not shifting to protect the edge on strong formations. But it appears the higher speed threshold might be making the coverage better, even on slower WRs. Not sure but I can't figure out why I'm so horrible passing this year. I did tweak the sliders to make it a bit harder but nothing that should make this happen. I'm going to test the reverse pass reaction slider method to see if I can loosen some things up a little.
NDomakung Suh got a 6 year, $54 million dollar extension. There was one other decent re-signing. Can't remember.
Well I have decided to quit playing on All-Pro and jump to All-Madden and into tweaking sliders all over again. I just can't get the cpu QBs on All-Pro to be good enough. They are just too stupid - even the great ones. I play against Aaron Rodgers and he struggles to get the ball into the end zone. On All-Madden he can tear me up.
EA needs to add a QB awareness slider so a guy like me can stay on All-Pro where I belong but the cpu QBs aren't brain dead or playing like they have been concussed.
souljahbill
12-15-2012, 11:26 AM
Saw this on youtube today. I had a good laugh. I hope the physics have been tightened up since then.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VrHOK8gLQr8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5gETwFipKk
LMFAO at video 1!!!
jaymo76
12-15-2012, 12:39 PM
Well I have decided to quit playing on All-Pro and jump to All-Madden and into tweaking sliders all over again. I just can't get the cpu QBs on All-Pro to be good enough. They are just too stupid - even the great ones. I play against Aaron Rodgers and he struggles to get the ball into the end zone. On All-Madden he can tear me up.
EA needs to add a QB awareness slider so a guy like me can stay on All-Pro where I belong but the cpu QBs aren't brain dead or playing like they have been concussed.
So you are going to make the switch to all madden eh? From playing the demo on ALL MADDEN and ALL PRO the cpu is just so much better than me on ALL MADDEN. It at times feels like the cpu is blatantly cheating (aka converting on 3rd and 19 by running a screen and having the cpu hold all my players but not get a flag, etc.). The one area though that I most struggle with on ALL MADDEN is passing. It seems like the cpu mimics your routes to perfection. I suspect you will need some major slider focus there as well as Dline penetration. Good luck buddy! I look forward to hearing how it's going.
Trust me. I am concerned about all madden but after a couple exhibition games and big tweaks I am going to try it out tomorrow morning in franchise.
For the most part the CPU QBs have always been a lot smarter on the highest level. My issue is the bad ones are still too smart while on all-pro the best ones are too dumb. My general rule of thumb when level jumping is the blocking sliders are juiced about 50 points in favour of the CPU. The other sliders are 10 to 25 in favour of them. I take my all-pro sliders, apply those rules and get a base set for All-madden to tweak from.
My current sets are here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/lv?key=0ArB9QSYxv2ZGdHZCTWIzLWRidVVfQmdiNVpMTDlVS2 c
jaymo76
12-16-2012, 08:28 PM
Trust me. I am concerned about all madden but after a couple exhibition games and big tweaks I am going to try it out tomorrow morning in franchise.
For the most part the CPU QBs have always been a lot smarter on the highest level. My issue is the bad ones are still too smart while on all-pro the best ones are too dumb. My general rule of thumb when level jumping is the blocking sliders are juiced about 50 points in favour of the CPU. The other sliders are 10 to 25 in favour of them. I take my all-pro sliders, apply those rules and get a base set for All-madden to tweak from.
My current sets are here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/lv?key=0ArB9QSYxv2ZGdHZCTWIzLWRidVVfQmdiNVpMTDlVS2 c
Rudy, it's interesting to see how extreme the differences are in your sliders from ALL PRO to MADDEN, especially the cpu QB. I find the cpu accuracy for the QB on all Madden is just insane.
jaymo76
12-16-2012, 08:36 PM
I was reading at OS about a guy who was fired from one team for not making the playoffs. He was then hired by the Cardinals and in four years has not made the playoffs. He expects tob e fired because his expectations are to win the SB??????? I just don't get that at all. I guess the more you play, regardless of record the higher your expectations are. Rudy with your record this season it will be interesting to see how the Dolphins management responds.
The goal for me is to make the playoffs. I'm 6-5 right now and I'd like to think I have some stored up good will for last season. It would be ludicrous to fire me if I didn't make the playoffs. Good think my entire division sucks right now.
:)
The reason the sliders look so different is that I have to keep my user sliders under 300 total so I have to drop both sides of blocking and some goofy things just to adhere to EA's Madden slider rules which don't make sense. If I'm on All-Madden just leave it there no matter what I do with the sliders. I wish they would change this.
I just killed the Arizona Cardinals 51-3 on All-Madden. I guess I went too far with the pass reaction slider after the cpu QBs were tearing me apart in exhibition. The Cardinals were a decent team too. Andy Reid is the coach, Matt Ryan the QB, Knowshon Moreno and Peyton Hillis the RBs, Fitz is still there and the TEs are former Dolphins in Fasano and the current rookie (3rd year in game) Michael Egnew. I had Egnew as my third string TE and they offered me a pick and I dealt him away last year I think. I love my receiving TEs but he couldn't block his way out of a wet paper bag. I can live with some missed blocks but not like that. He's a run game killer.
Anyways it seems to me that the cpu QBs are far more effective throwing against zone on All-Madden than All-Pro. I found myself running zone mainly on All-Pro with man mixed in. On All-Madden zone seems to get shredded a lot easier. But I was running man a lot this game and the pass reaction slider is no doubt reversed. I had it at 0 for me (to give me good coverage) and 100 for them to make them lousy. Well my WRs were beating their CBs far too easily on outs and comebacks as a result. Conversely my CBs were blanketing their WRs when I called man. Matt Ryan was awful as a result throwing three picks and never getting anything going. Making some tweaks and will continue.
I am 7-5 now and take on the 7-5 Jets next game.
Skip Bayless is prick. Sean Smith breaks his collarbone and he doesn't care lol.
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Well I beat the Jets 42-10. This is crap. The sliders don't seem to be working the same in CCM as they do in exhibition. Patch #3 was supposed to fix that but I think I may have a problem with violating the 75 rule in the sliders. For All-Madden the total USER slider total must be under 300. Any individual category has to be capped at 75 but I also think any of the 4 subcategories (User passing, user rushing, user pass defense, user rush defense) must total to a max number of 75. My user passing violated that so I will see if I fix this area and hope the cpu gets good again.
I played a couple exhibition games to get my All-Madden sliders fine-tuned better. Very close now although I will probably make small tweaks here and there. Had some fun games and also realized how much I missed playing with a 3-4 defense. The day Wake leaves my roster is the day I switch back to a 3-4. I really wish we could edit positions, at least in the offseason. I should explore if I could switch to a 3-4 still somehow. I've got big DEs although my roster is probably more suited to a 4-3 look at the moment. It also sucks that I can only change my playbook at the game start screen. If you forget you have to restart.
I beat the Jaguars in OT in a fun game. So far this year I have rarely done any practices. They are pretty boring and I have only done them to buy packages for my coach. The biggy was getting the scouting points. I've also got a lot of the boost packages (QB, WR, RB, TE and a lot of defensive positions). I still need more boost packages but I no longer care. I'm not sure how much they really help and practice is a boring time waster. I didn't get any free agent help or retirement help. Kind of a waste to me and you really don't need help in signing guys. Money talks. Pay the man and he will stay.
Looking at my roster I had 7 WRs. No NFL team carries more than 6 so I cut Mohommad Massouqui. I've got 4 young WRs and two with good talent. He's done nothing all year and I probably shouldn't have signed him two years ago.
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I'm 9-5 now after having won 5 games in a row. My division stinks and the Jets are second at 7-7. Looking at my roster I don't have any major issues or needs. I will try to trade Chris Clemons at FS (81 overall) for a nice pick. He's just a backup right now. I could use another OLB, some youth at DT but it's not pressing at all and a good CB. My top 3 CBS are 86, 85 and 80 so I don't need a CB but Sean Smith's salary jumps to $9 million in a year or two and he may not be worth that price. I'd love to get a good second TE, especially with Kellen Winslow getting older. That is a top priority. A stud QB is something I'm definitely looking for as Tannehill is OK but hasn't really shown great upside and isn't so great with the deep ball. A stud RB would be fun as well. The OL is solid although I have no youth waiting in the wings.
I haven't done any scouting up until this point as some guys like to wait until right before the draft after their free agency needs are solved before spending their scouting points. Plus draft grades change over time (especially the kids featured in the draft stories although many change). I think that's a little dishonest and unrealistic but not a big deal to me. Even after your final scouting session the grades change at the draft. I've got a ton of points so I decided to finally spend a bunch to scout players. Maybe I'm lucky in who I decided to scout and the positions I need but this draft looks loaded.
I started scouting TEs. I do spend some points on the speed rating but nothing else at the moment. A C rating (70s) will kill my interest in them. The #2 and #3 TE are both Cs so I don't scout overall. I do like scouting into round 4 as there could be gems and holy cow is there a beauty. The top TE (rated 16 overall) has B speed and B overall. That's a great talent. But the kid in the 4th round has A speed and B overall! His blocking probably stinks but what a steal. Don't know if he'll keep those grades or if his draft ranking goes up making him more costly.
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I scouted the top 3 QBs. I figure if there isn't an elite one I won't bother and just hope Tannehill keeps getting better. He's an 81 or 82 but I want more. The #2 QB ranked #10 overall is a freaking stud. I have never seen an A overall grade before. That's 90+ folks! His accuracy ratings are a B in every category and he has an A for arm strength. I will mortgage the farm for this kid if he stays ranked #10. If he shoots up to #1 I probably won't be able to get him. The other two kids aren't bad either.
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I thought I took a pic of a RB and I think I scouted a couple of them. I think there was at least one B grade there. But I did scout OLB. I won't bother scouting a first or second round kid since I have no intention of drafting one early. It's a future pick and I don't believe in spending high picks on OLBs in a 4-3. Just principle. But the two kids I did scout at the end of round 3 and early round 4 have a C and B overall. Another 4th round steal if it stays this way.
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Last season I scouted 30 kids in the first four rounds. By the time the draft rolled around only 3 had B grades, 4 had D grades and 23 C grades. I've already found an A grade (never seen before) and more Bs than that! Crazy good. I've seen high picks get D grades and I know there have been kids in a Madden class with 2nd round grades and F overall! If you draft kids in Madden I don't think you can draft a kid blind in the first two rounds. You need to have a general idea of what position you plan on taking in each round and scout those kids accordingly. Move up and down to get kids you know and like. Don't pick a kid blind, at least not early. I still have a lot of points left but I will save some for later.
jaymo76
12-20-2012, 07:32 PM
I think the development team said that some classes would be duds and others would be amazing. That's very true of the NFL draft right now. Knowing this makes the game feel a little more real (in ONE respect anyways). Rudy, as to the 4-3 or 3-4 did one of the patches make it possible to switch? On season pass you could not. I hope that was fixed.
You can change your scheme now (that was patched) but you still can't permanently change your play book. You can change it before the game starts but you can't put some guys at certain positions on the depth chart.
I did scout two RBs yesterday and both were B overall. The #1 RB also has A speed. The other RB I scouted is B speed. I swear I'm not cheating by getting lucky in picking the right guys! These two RBs both fit the mold I like - a RB between 200 and 225 pounds. The #2 RB is under 200 and the #4 and #5 backs are huge (over 230 with one being over 240 I think).
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Also, I scouted the run blocking on my two B TEs and the #1 guy has a C grade which is really good. The 4th rounder is still a D which I am fine with. The value is in the 4th round TE.
Won my second straight game in OT, this time against Seattle. I'm now 10-5 and have won my division. A lot of my OL are on hot streaks. The right side of my line was mauling the Seahawks.
Finished the season 11-5 and just beat the awful Jags 20-7 in the wild card game. For the third time in three years I will face the Broncos in the playoffs. This time it's in Denver and Peyton is still there, rated 89. Their lines aren't so good but the skill guys are good and so are the LBs.
I lost Kellen Winslow in the last game of the year and Braylon Edwards busted his ribs in my playoff game. Going to be tough.
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My season stats are decent but certainly off in spots. I threw too many picks this year but scored just under 23 points a game. My defence is solid though. Both lines are strong and that resulted in an inflated yards per carry for Lamar Miller. Part of that is Daniel Thomas gets the short yardage carries. I'm also hoping my slider tweaks will improve this. My receiving stats are decent and my third down conversion at 40% is good.
Defensively my team is strong against the run (talent wise) and mediocre against the pass. But the stats show I'm absolutely dominant in defensive passing yards and total sacks. I changed difficulty levels and sliders a lot this year but this has been a consistent problem. Part of it is the cpu QB takes a bit too long but I need to boost the CPU pass protection more. Cpu pass protection is probably the biggest factor in how well they pass. Can't throw for yards when you are on your back. Will do that before my next playoff game.
The three young studs I drafted this year?
1st round WR - Spears had 68 grabs and led the team in receiving yards but only 1 TD. Big target that can make the spectacular catch but slow.
1st round MLB - Wilson started on the strong side of the defense and did not play in the nickle and defense although did fill in at MLB when Dansby went down for 3 weeks. Third on the team in tackles with 60. Two sacks and 11 tackles for loss.
2nd round SS - Ford started at FS from day one and has the skills to play there. Finished with 51 tackles and 2 INTs.
All three will be great players although the ceiling is lower on Spears due to his 84 speed.
Standings
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Offence
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The cpu roster management just isn't that good. I saw one team that had Doug Baldwin as their #1 WR and he was rated a 75. Every other WR on the roster was rated in the 60s. That's inexcusable. There is no reason to have a starter rated under 75 in the game with the guys on the free agent list. Good backups are cheap as well. Unless a kid is in his first or second year I wouldn't keep any kid rated much below 70 at any spot on my roster either.
The sim stat engine isn't very good but it hurts when I play the lousy Jags in the playoffs and mediocre Bengals. I also beat the Broncos in wierd game that required a restart (twice in my last 3 games by checking the depth chart in game the game has frozen on me, won't try that again I guess). After I beat the Broncos in the 2nd round John Fox got fired because of it! A little harsh cpu!
I am playing the Bears in the Superbowl. Unfortunately they aren't that great. They have great skill players on offense and not much after that. Tony Romo (88) starts at QB over Jay Cutler (86) who is on the bench. Never mind that Cutler has the highest cap figure (2014 - $16.6 million) and is clogging their cap. They still have $11.83M available but don't spend it wisely. They also signed Anquan Boldin to a $50M 5 year deal in the offseason to be the #2 WR behind Marshall. Crazy money. Shiancoe and Dallas Clark are their TEs. The OL couldn't be put together any worse than what they currently have. I don't get it. What is going on with the cpu logic? (see screenshots below) They have their tackles both playing on the wrong side and same with the guards. They lose points on their overall for all 4 players as a result. Their starting center is only a 70. What gives? Is this a player scheme overall issue? Just doesn't make sense. In free agency you can sign the top OL at any position from $680,000 to $910,000 and they are decent (LT 77, RT 74, LG 74, RG 77, C 73). So if they just reshuffled their OL correctly and signed a Center they would be better. Just like the team that had Doug Baldwin as their #1 WR and only 60s after him, there are at least 5 free agent WRs rated 76 to 78. Why not sign some of those guys? Most street free agents under 80 can be signed to one year deals for under $1M.
At this point I am contemplating switching teams. Maybe the challenge of taking over a crappy team will be more fun if the cpu can't manage their cap and roster correctly but switching teams won't change this. I did sign an extension before this year so not sure this is possible. The real problem is that mid tier free agents (77-82) do not command much money at all. They all ask for less than $2M a year and the cpu seems to ignore them while you can sign them in free agency to be solid backups or low end starters. Both of my backup DEs are rated 80 and 82 and I'm paying them $1M and $1.3 million respectively. My starting RG is actually an 85 now. I signed him as an 80 as my starter to a $5M total, 4 year deal. That's way too cheap! I feel like I'm cheating by simply playing by the rules and signing guys for good deals while the cpu wildly overspends on 85+ rated players and ignore the middle tier guys. They end up being top heavy in spots and bad in too many areas. Maybe I just need to develop house rules for myself but I hate house rules in this area.
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I'm annoyed. I won the Superbowl 36-10 but it was way too easy. The game says its set on All Madden and it tweets that it's on All-Madden but there is no way it's on All-Madden. I didn't earn this at all. Something happened in the playoffs and I know I'm playing on All-Pro. Ugh. This game is too stupid that way. I just played an exhibition game against the Bills and lost 29-24. That game felt a lot better. The cpu QBs on All-Madden get the ball out quicker and in rhythm. They aren't stupid like All-Pro. To top it off the Bears wore orange pants and #54 is now Barrett Ruud after Urlacher retired earlier.
Saw a couple firsts. One my QB actually got hurt and left the game. I've never had my QB get knocked out of a game in 3 years. Also so Boldin make a nice catch and then suffer a concussion. The doctors were moving their fingers in front of him on the bench to test him. He was later ruled out by concussion. Heck, I saw the cpu commit a defensive pass interference as well - also rare!
Anyways, I took some screenshots from the Superbowl where BOTH of my RBs ended up with over 100 yards. John Elway presented the Lombardi trophy and it did not resemble John Elway.
Two video highlights (my one young WR dropped four balls including this TD right before the half).
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steelerfan
12-24-2012, 03:41 PM
In the first screen, it says Super Bowl XLII. That's 42. :smh:
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jaymo76
12-24-2012, 08:47 PM
That out of position glitch is a real killer. It was an issue in season pass as well. For whatever reason the depth chart glitch has not been fixed after all of the patches.
jaymo76
12-24-2012, 08:49 PM
By the way great pics... Rudy you need to use controller two to switch those Bears orange jerseys... Yikes!
In the first screen, it says Super Bowl XLII. That's 42. :smh:
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I didn't even realize that lol.
That out of position glitch is a real killer. It was an issue in season pass as well. For whatever reason the depth chart glitch has not been fixed after all of the patches.
That position thing just doesn't make sense at all. I don't get it.
By the way great pics... Rudy you need to use controller two to switch those Bears orange jerseys... Yikes!
I suppose I should have for a couple reasons. One was the uniforms and two was the playbooks. For some reason the team specific playbooks work a lot better now. I don't see the constant run, run, pass patterns. I can't key on them all the time. Furthermore, the generic playbooks pass too much and run too much shotgun (this can change but overall it's too much) so I've grown to dislike them. A lot of the rush attempts are out of the shotgun and I don't see nearly enough run plays out of traditional formations. The Bears coach was a generated coach so I don't know what playbook they were using.
Free agency has been completed! I signed one free agent and it was a big one. AJ Green! Got him for $38M over 5 years. He was the #1 WR so I don't know why Roddy White (both 90 overall but White older) went for $44 over 5. Bengals let both Green and Dalton go. Don't understand that one. Kurt Warner tried to make a comeback. Jay Cutler ends up back in Denver lol! I only had $4 million going into free agency but that's $4M to spend. The game already subtracts the draft pool from your cap number so I have less than $1M left. I have a ton of picks though. Traded away C.Clemons for a 3rd, Braylon for a 4th and James Jones for a 5th. Some draft day deals gave me a couple extra picks in the 4th and 6th. Not sure exactly how I got all those picks.
One stud at TE I found with a 5th round grade went to an A overall but he just showed up in a draft story. That means his grade has probably been bumped up to first round. I will try and trade 3 first round picks to move up and get that A QB if I can. They do have a free agency recap and I took a few screenshots of this so you can see what guys wanted. Ryan Matthews was the #1 RB and was asking for less than $5 million initially but the bidding went up obviously. I put a near max big on AJ Green, boosted it a tiny bit in week 2 and then selected wait it out the next week and he took it. I only have two questionable contracts on my team - LG Britton and ROLB Levy. But cutting them provided very little relief. It's cool to see the cap savings/hit listed before you cut a guy. Some guys it's a negative because of the accelerated bonus.
There appears to be some problems with the images (7). Will try to fix later. Kids now up and ready for Christmas!
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Chris Clemons was too good (and pricey at over $2M a year to be a backup at FS) so he was traded for a 3rd rounder. Braylon Edwards was moved for a 4th rounder and James Jones for a 5th rounder. Combined with previous draft day deals I had a ton of draft picks in this draft. A first rounder, 2nd rounder, two 3rds, four 4ths, two 5ths, two 6ths and two 7ths.
There are a lot of really good prospects in this draft class. The A rated QB and A rated TE (he showed up A once in one of the scouting weeks as a later round pick) ended up being B overalls which is still great. I scouted 32 overall grades and 7 were Bs. 1 (11th overall in round) QB and the one I really want, 1-12 RB (ended up going 23 in the draft to Lions), 2-22 RB, 2-30 TE, 4-10 LOLB, 4-21 CB and 5-5 TE. Seeing a B grade on a fifth rounder is unbelievable.
There were 8 Cs but only three that I'm interested in at this point. 3-20 WR, 3-23 CB and 5-21 FS. I have no free safeties on my roster right now and only one TE so I definitely need to hit those two spots. There were also 17 Ds and I don't care about them.
My gameplan is to do whatever it takes to get that stud QB who is only rated 11th best in this draft. I'm picking 32 and you can trade draft picks in one future year as well. Ryan Tannehill is getting very little interest on the trade market so my best offer is my 1st and 2nd rounders from this year and a future 1st rounder. After that I want the three B grades rated in the 4th and 5th rounds. I also want the FS in the 5th round with a C grade. I have a bunch of picks and I panic. I can't risk a team taking them early (some will go a bit early or slide). So I tend to trade up heavy to make sure I get them.
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So the draft begins. I probably spent about 45 minutes on it. When a kid in a draft story gets picked Trey Wingo has some decent stories he talks about. I like the twitter feeds and the teams moving up and down. I tried to trade up for the 1st pick but rejected. My 1st, 2nd and future 1st aren't good enough. Eventually the 5th team took the deal and I got my guy!
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Skip disses a draft pick of the Panthers.
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Moving up for my TE.
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I almost screwed up when I was moving up (rarely down) to get my guys. I skipped a pick that was actually mine at the top of round 4 and the cpu took a RB for me! I only had a 5th and 7th rounder left and wanted that late 5th round FS. I was able to move the 5th and 7th for a late 4th rounder to make sure it happened. I was pissed about the RB but he ended up a great pick anyways. An incredible draft!
1) QB 84
3) LOLB 80
3) TE 80
3) CB 79
3) WR 75
4) RB 79
4) FS 73
Matt Ryan is the village bicycle now, everyone wants a ride. Signed a one year deal with the Bengals who lost Dalton in the offseason and only signed Matt Cassell. Kurt Warner was ignored during free agency but the Jets signed him to a 1 year, $8M deal. NOBODY wants to trade for Ryan Tannehill lol. He's a 79 in my scheme and up to 83 in others but not a single offer. They will offer me trades for backups not even on the trade block like Richie Incognito but I put Tannehill on the block and not a single freaking offer. Lance Briggs got dumped by the Eagles at the end of camp (big money guy) and the Giants signed him to a 1 year, $3M deal.
My starting QB is better than Tannehill in pretty much every way other than athleticism. First game to start the year is against the Pats. It better be on All-Madden because if I start killing them I'm re-booting.
jaymo76
12-27-2012, 12:38 PM
That Ryan thing is perplexing. One would guess that salary cap hit is the biggest concern of the cpu???
I think the Ryan thing is he's getting older and his rating is only 85. Jake Locker is up to 85 now. JJ Watt got a 5 year, $55 million extension. Quite a few players reject in season offers. I have only $2 mil in cap space but cutting Tannehill would help but he's sticking as my backup right now. Peyton Manning is still going and on the verge of breaking the all time TD record.
I'm really disappointed with the way this game handles difficulty level. I've got a pretty good set of sliders on all madden for me in Play Now but they are WAY too easy in franchise. I'm sick of messing around. I beat the Pats in game 1 30-3 of the new year and I'm quitting all madden. It would take a ton of work to test it out in CCM so I'm just going to stick with all-pro from now on. Just boosted my old all pro set and lost to the Saints and Drew Brees 34-31. The game doesn't have the intensity of all madden or the intelligence but enough boosts keep them competitive. It's hard to get a strong passing team to be a strong passing team in this game. I will just have to accept this but the Madden team needs to really work on this area.
jaymo76
12-27-2012, 05:42 PM
Just picked Madden 13 up today for $30 off. I will get back to iit tonight if I have time. I think I will continue my season pass with the Raiders.
jaymo76
12-27-2012, 10:09 PM
upon loading the game i quickly remembered some of the really annoying stuff. However, season pass loaded properly and currently i am 6-2.
Have fun! I do think the offseason stuff combined with scouting makes CCM FAR better than Madden 12. Heck, I watched every pick in the first round in my last draft. I would skip ahead one pick at a time to see the trade ups and downs and who got picked, especially the guys I scouted in the first round. Akari Christmas (my son loved that his last name was Christmas) was a DT projected as the #1 pick and slid a tiny bit. The Jags moved up to #4 to get him. I was panicking because I thought someone was moving up to get my QB and I couldn't make a deal to get up that high. And because he was one of the handful of rookies featured Trey Wingo has a longer feature on the player when he got drafted.
If I could have one wish it would be to be able to turn off all the RPG stuff. I hated doing the practice stuff during the year to be able to buy the scouting package and other stuff. I hope you selected a team builder coach so you have 2000 scouting points per week. Buy that scouting upgrade as soon as you can to get to 3000. Most of the guys on OS do not scout the way I do. I focus mainly on the overall and save my points for that. Most on OS scout a lot of individual traits and get more info on more players but less overalls. I like my method but to each his own. Either way I do think 3000 points per week is near perfect for this system. You just have to gameplan properly and scout both early and late picks. Both Jimmy Johnson and especially Bill Parcells liked to target guys in the real NFL. Parcells used to have a really small draft board. He wouldn't just go down the list and take the next highest rated guy. He targeted guys he wanted and waited them out or moved around a little to get them.
jaymo76
12-27-2012, 11:22 PM
Yeah I am mostly looking forward to the offseason. I fully expect to make a run for the SB this season since after all, this is MADDEN NFL football and reality and fantasy are together as one :) Just checking out my injuries and signings, I have made some big moves to enhance my team. Tatupu, Fasano, Massaquoi, etc. are all starters on my team. I had both Leinart and Palmer on the block but had zero interest. Not having a transaction log drives me nuts as I have had to piece together my memory from tweets and roster observations.
Right now most of my scouting is for the TE position. There are two projected first rounders that I will look at. In the off season my goal is to make a move for Kirk Cousins. Currently I don't like any of my QB options. It drives me absolutely insane that you cannot save new schemes... still. I don't know why this isn't fixed??? My team is listed as a vertical offense yet I use Tom Landry's playbook??? At least my RB situation is solid so that I can run the heck out of the ball. Mcfadden and Goodson will be tired by the end of the season.
To EA's credit it"s nice to see that they have returned some editing ability. Also using the 2nd controller to change the cpu uniforms is a nice addition as well. However, there is a lot of room for improvement. I look forward to seeing what 14 has to offer.
jaymo76
12-28-2012, 02:52 AM
Played my first game of Madden 13 in a long time (August 28th). I ended up winning 17-10 versus Baltimore. It was actually a pretty good game. However, I need major slider work as Palmer went 20-22 for 192 yards and 2 tds while Flacco was 14-25 for 118 yards 1 td and three pics. Frankly my secondary played too well and my qb was far too accurate. So I am now at 7-2 and about to play the Saints. I will use the rest of the season to figure out my all pro sliders.
jaymo76
12-28-2012, 04:04 AM
Kind of cool to see this. Playing the Saints I knock Brees out of the game on the first drive. He gets a concussion and then about two minutes later they do a cut scene with commentary where he is on the bench going through the concussion test. It all looked very authentic.
Hey Rudy, question for you... do auto subs work??? the subs don't seem to happen that often.
Auto subs work in Play Now. The slider settings are ignored in CCM I believe (another bug). I don't think it matters what you put in there unfortunately. If you want to see more players in the game you have to increase fatigue. 60 will get guys in the game. As for user accuracy on All-Pro, most OS slider sets have user accuracy between 5 and 15 I believe. You really have to drop it to see misfires.
As for the cpu passing game, it is one of the most difficult things to tune on All-Pro. I must say it's nearly impossible and I don't think I will ever get the cpu passing game the way I like it. Boost cpu qb accuracy, pass block, WR catch and drop user INTs (it also affects coverage). Pass reaction is backwards so I would put that at 100 but you still don't see really loose coverage. The only thing I notice is on the outs.
I really hope we can change our freaking main playbook next year! Not just schemes. And let me edit position or allow for secondary positions so I can turn Cam Wake back into a 3-4 OLB and run a 3-4 defense again. I miss my 3-4.
Do most of your slider tweaks in CCM since Play Now and CCM do not play the same. It's close for All-Pro but forget about testing All-Madden in Play Now. All-Madden plays a lot easier in CCM. Apparently most OS slider guys test their sliders for All-Madden on fake franchises because of this. No excuse for this EA.
Thought I would be starting the year 1-2 but an epic comeback in Buffalo after being down 20-3! My goal this season is to win the Superbowl. There better be some wiggle room in that. John Fox got fired after losing in the playoffs last year.
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jaymo76
12-28-2012, 02:11 PM
I don't know Rudy I think that pass reaction sliders are 100% broken. At zero or 100 I saw no visible difference in coverage. My passing % is at about 79% after two games. The only area I am having issues is with ints. I have throwb four in two games.
jaymo76
12-28-2012, 02:16 PM
It's frustrating that you cannot adjust sliders during games. That is a strange design decision. It's almost impossible to tinker the sliders the way you want if you cannot play with them during the game.
I don't know Rudy I think that pass reaction sliders are 100% broken. At zero or 100 I saw no visible difference in coverage. My passing % is at about 79% after two games. The only area I am having issues is with ints. I have throwb four in two games.
I agree. The slider is close to useless. I don't think it does anything for zone and next to nothing for man. I think I see more of a difference in all madden but it truly is hard to tell. The only area I have seen a difference in is the out route for man defences. It does seem to affect that a little.
It's frustrating that you cannot adjust sliders during games. That is a strange design decision. It's almost impossible to tinker the sliders the way you want if you cannot play with them during the game.
It's retarded. You can't change game speed either. Not even a menu option in franchise but is available in exhibition. I don't get it. Not having special teams sliders separate for human and user is short sighted as well. The fact play now is different than CCM just underscores the big mess of their slider system. The blocking sliders are incredibly watered down. It is very clear to me that the dev teams for Madden and NCAA don't care much about sliders and do very little testing on them.
jaymo76
12-28-2012, 07:54 PM
I agree. The slider is close to useless. I don't think it does anything for zone and next to nothing for man. I think I see more of a difference in all madden but it truly is hard to tell. The only area I have seen a difference in is the out route for man defences. It does seem to affect that a little.
It's retarded. You can't change game speed either. Not even a menu option in franchise but is available in exhibition. I don't get it. Not having special teams sliders separate for human and user is short sighted as well. The fact play now is different than CCM just underscores the big mess of their slider system. The blocking sliders are incredibly watered down. It is very clear to me that the dev teams for Madden and NCAA don't care much about sliders and do very little testing on them.
Well with the clear goal of online play being pushed so hard by EA, it's not a wonder that sliders have taken a backseat. Maybe I am too simple in my approach but for sliders I want to see extremes. If catching is at zero, not one ball gets caught, etc. Give the user full control and make it as easy as possible to customize the game the way you like it.
jaymo76
12-28-2012, 11:28 PM
I just played the Bengals and won the game 20-12 to move to 9-2 on the season. The cpu had more yards passing and rushing and dominated time of possession. In the first half McFadden was held to 1 yard rushing. Cincy should have won the game ...BUT... in the 2nd half the cpu play calling sucked. I held Dalton to four fgs because as soon as Cincy hit the red zone the cpu went dumb.
The cpu play calling in 12 was far, far superior to 13. In 12 I genuinely didn't know if I would win or lose. In 13 it feels like you will always win if you don't turn the ball over. SLIDERS or lack thereof play a huge role in this IMO.
Well with the clear goal of online play being pushed so hard by EA, it's not a wonder that sliders have taken a backseat. Maybe I am too simple in my approach but for sliders I want to see extremes. If catching is at zero, not one ball gets caught, etc. Give the user full control and make it as easy as possible to customize the game the way you like it.
Madden 13 sliders work the exact opposite. They are VERY watered down to almost useless. The blocking sliders are terrible. The stupid thing is they go to a true 100 point scale to allow us greater fine-tuning but you might as well left it at 5 point intervals since they are so useless. The only sliders that work better are the tackling ones imo. INT and catching aren't so bad either.
And yes, the cpu playcalling is pretty bad, especially in the red zone and late in games can be down right stupid. I have found it got better in my 3rd year of franchise. First year was really stupid. I don't know why or how it has changed but it has gotten better in areas.
Cut Tannehill. I needed room to sign Lamar Miller to an extension. I'd like to see Arizona sign him since he's young and better than any of their QBs.
I'm seeing quite a bit of injuries this year. Two of my WRs including AJ Green got hurt and are out for 3 weeks. My SS Jones just dislocated his hip and is out 8 weeks. My rookie FS will start now while I slide my FS Ford (natural SS) back over.
I must say I like my "mistake" pick in the 4th round at RB. He's small but quick, a good returner and now my 3rd down back.
jaymo76
12-29-2012, 01:15 PM
So get this, I am now on my fourth strong safety of the season. Last night after destroying Denver to move to 11-2 I find out that I lost yet another safety. I have lost Mitchell and Branch for the season so I signed Sanders but he got hurt yeterday. I just signed another SS to fill in for the backup of the backup SS. How am I still the number one ranked d? I have seven players out on d right now.
Oh by the way, Rudy, are the sliders you posted a few pages v=back still what you are using? I just can't get the cpu offense to improve as of yet.
Yeah, I'm using the All-Pro ones. The all-Madden ones are way too easy in CCM for whatever reason. The cpu can definitely move the ball on the ground - at least for my skills. Their passing attack is still hit or miss. I find it's still too easy to get to the QB if you rush with a DE by just engaging and then turboing around the OT. I am house ruling myself to only using r-stick moves if I play as a DE when pass rushing.
Difficulty is All-Pro
GAME SPEED Slow
SPEED THESHOLD 30
INJURIES 60
FATIGUE 60
PASSING HUM CPU
QB ACCURACY 10 75
PASS BLOCK 0 89
WR CATCH 50 65
RUNNING HUM CPU
BROKEN TACKLES 40 54
RUN BLOCK 0 60
FUMBLES (higher=less fumble) 55 55
PASS DEFENSE HUM CPU
REACTION TIME (backwards) 100 50
INTERCEPTIONS 15 30
PASS RUSH 0 35
RUSH DEFENSE HUM CPU
REACTION TIME 0 100
BLOCK SHEDDING 0 95
TACKLING 35 41
SPECIAL TEAMS BOTH
FG LENGTH 55
FG ACCURACY 45
PUNT LENGTH 50
PUNT ACCURACY 50
KO LENGTH 50
jaymo76
12-29-2012, 02:17 PM
Yeah, I'm using the All-Pro ones. The all-Madden ones are way too easy in CCM for whatever reason. The cpu can definitely move the ball on the ground - at least for my skills. Their passing attack is still hit or miss. I find it's still too easy to get to the QB if you rush with a DE by just engaging and then turboing around the OT. I am house ruling myself to only using r-stick moves if I play as a DE when pass rushing.
Difficulty is All-Pro
GAME SPEED Slow
SPEED THESHOLD 30
INJURIES 60
FATIGUE 60
PASSING HUM CPU
QB ACCURACY 10 75
PASS BLOCK 0 89
WR CATCH 50 65
RUNNING HUM CPU
BROKEN TACKLES 40 54
RUN BLOCK 0 60
FUMBLES (higher=less fumble) 55 55
PASS DEFENSE HUM CPU
REACTION TIME (backwards) 100 50
INTERCEPTIONS 15 30
PASS RUSH 0 35
RUSH DEFENSE HUM CPU
REACTION TIME 0 100
BLOCK SHEDDING 0 95
TACKLING 35 41
SPECIAL TEAMS BOTH
FG LENGTH 55
FG ACCURACY 45
PUNT LENGTH 50
PUNT ACCURACY 50
KO LENGTH 50
Thanks! I am going to try some of these out. With the qb accuracy so high for the cpu what are the stats like? I think I read somewhere that 61% should be the goal for the nfl qb's. Also, how is your rushing? It seems the cpu D would have a huge advantage???
The blocking sliders are so weak that you have to go to extremes with them. You will see. You can still run the ball but it is tough although you can break tackles. The cpu run game is strong though. You really need to call plays to stop the cpu running game which helps open their passing game a little. Big backs will break tackles on you so gang tackling is important.
The CPU QB slider seems to affect their timing and decision making. Cranking it will not make them impossible to stop. Tweaking the CPU passing has been my number one issue on all-pro. They are normally too weak in this department.
jaymo76
12-29-2012, 04:01 PM
I saw a link to this on OS. I guess I will need to start doing practise... :(
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/lv?key=0AukGqGB9AUcDdEt5RDcxQ2FiOVFsbW5UWmMwMFItSX c
jaymo76
12-29-2012, 04:07 PM
Rudy, I just played half a game with your exact sliders (would have played a full game but the kids come first...). Overall the sliders are pretty good. The cpu is very good at running the ball. Although I still find the cpu gets stuffed in the backfield too often. The only slider that didn't work for me in hum pass rush. I was just carved up by the cpu as I could not get to the qb at all.
I saw a link to this on OS. I guess I will need to start doing practise... :(
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/lv?key=0AukGqGB9AUcDdEt5RDcxQ2FiOVFsbW5UWmMwMFItSX c
You do need to practice to get the XP and it gets tiring. To make it less painful I just chose the scenarios that were end of the game type ones. There is one scenario that has you leading by 16 with two minutes left in the 3rd quarter. The practice games are all 5 minute quarters so that's only 7 minutes of pain you have to endure and it's an easy 1000 or 1100 points. There are a couple of other ones like that but you want that scouting boost! Failing in practice still gets you some points as well. Ignoring it gets you nothing.
Rudy, I just played half a game with your exact sliders (would have played a full game but the kids come first...). Overall the sliders are pretty good. The cpu is very good at running the ball. Although I still find the cpu gets stuffed in the backfield too often. The only slider that didn't work for me in hum pass rush. I was just carved up by the cpu as I could not get to the qb at all.
You may want to drop down the cpu run blocking if you find it too much. I try to push myself in this area and the extra run blocking will lead to some long runs by the cpu. The pitch play stinks in the game though and every time the cpu runs it there is a good chance at a 3 or 4 yard loss.
I have cpu pass blocking nearly maxed out. Its goofy at 89 since I am trying to keep the cpu slider totals under 750 due to Madden slider logic that may or may not screw things up. This may work differently in CCM but it is designed to have the cpu sip a cup of coffee in the backfield. It's one of the biggest things that affects the cpu passing game. When the cpu doesn't have time they do a lot of stupid crap. Giving them unrealistic protection is one of the only ways I have found to get the cpu passing game going. One time when I was a LB in coverage I saw Peyton have 13 seconds to survey the field! That was rare and ridiculous but I had to laugh. When I personally rush the QB as a DE I can still get there too easily. I would love to see a separate slider for USER/DL pass rushing (as opposed to how your cpu teammates rush the QB). The funny thing is I will still be among the leaders in sacks and have the best pass defence.
Tweak small or big to whatever you like! I'm a big believer that sliders are a very individual thing and I don't think anyone can plug in someone else' set without making changes. I often look at other slider sets to see what they use to try to fix certain things. I'll use my set and then steal some ideas from other guys here and there.
jaymo76
12-29-2012, 06:57 PM
Well it finally happened... I lost. The sad thing is that the only reason I lost was because of Palmer... four pics, two of which were pic six. After major slider adjustments I still dominated the cpu. However, the end result is KC 28 Oak 14. At 11-3 I have already won the division. Carolina and San Diego are all that's left. I have a good shot at the conference title as I am in the drivers seat.
Before play tonight I will move the sliders even further. I was hesitant to move hum rush anticipation to 0 but I think I have to go between 0-5 as 10 is too high. Also, I am still getting too much time to pass. I may drop hum pass protection down to 30.
jaymo76
12-29-2012, 07:08 PM
I haven't done any scouting since I picked up the game again. I did scout a little during season pass but a lot of people seem to think that you save all your points until the draft for the best results. I really don't know??? I am also leaving most of my progression to the end of the year but I will progress key players BEFORE the playoffs.
It doesn't matter a lot if you hold on to your scouting points. The ratings of the prospects do change a bit over time so waiting until the last moment lets you get the best information. Some guys really move around so it is a benefit to wait. Plus you can scout one last time after free agency so guys don't want to scout positions they may fill in FA. That's not realistic as teams do scout all year but to each his own.
For CPU pass rush I give them a 35 point advantage over my pass block setting but most guys go more than that. I'm not a good decision maker as a QB so I need a little more time too.
jaymo76
12-30-2012, 02:46 AM
Just beat the Panthers 28-21. We were both 11-3 and at the top of the nfl. The Panthers rushed for over 250 yards but McFadden was better! Next up are the Chargers. If I win I win the AFC. Finally some of my injured players are back (Branch, Fasano, etc.).
jaymo76
12-30-2012, 04:28 AM
Well I lost to the Chargers 24-17 on a last minute drive (and a blown call that should have been reversed). Houston won their last game which knocked INdy out of a playoff spot and knocked me out of top spot in the conference. I take the second seed and third overall in the NFL.
For the AFC the seeds are:
1. Texans
2. Raiders
3. Patriots
4. Ravens
5. Steelers
6. Dolphins
In addition to making the playoffs I won coach of the year and McFadden was the rushing leader with 271 carries for 1,637 yards a 6.0 ypc avg and 10 tds along with 28 receptions for 341 yards and 3 tds. Fasano who missed four games due to injury and was picked up mid season was my receptions leader with 45. Houston was my sack leader with 14.
I had the worst offense in the league and the best d. Brady was the Nfl mvp but Stafford threw for the most yards. As far as firings go, New Orleans, San Diego, Cincy have fired their coaches already.
With a first round bye, I simmed to week two and in the divisional playoff i am facing the Steelers who upset the Ravens 38-31. Also, the Dolphins had the upset of the week beating the Patriots 27-19. After the game "Chad Masters..." announced his retirement.
So for this week we have the following matchups:
Dolphins at Texans
Packers at Panthers
Steelers at Raiders
Vikings at Lions
Okay now off to bed...
The sim stats are bad. Too much offence which means your offensive rankings will always be too low and your defence too high. Not sure why this hasn't been patched. Good luck against the Steelers! Tomlin is now the head coach in Atlanta for me. I like how some new generic coaches mix and match their playbooks (BUF offense, WAS defense).
jaymo76
12-30-2012, 02:03 PM
Upon reflection from lastnight I think I made the cpu pass d a little too strong. I saw a lot of route mirroring by the dbs. Also, I may need to change the Tom Landry playbook... it's great for running but there is only one 4 wr set with minimal long pass options. This is a killer when you are trailing.
jaymo76
12-30-2012, 07:42 PM
I beat the Steelers in a hard fought game, 17-12. The Steelers missed two fgs. That would have changed the outcome of the game. Once again, McFadden saved my butt with 120 yards or so on 27 carries. Steelers could not run the ball and my recievers could not catch it so it made for a real defensive struggle. It was 7-6 at the half and with the exception of one drive I punted non-stop with a whole bunch of three and outs.
Up next is a trip to Houston and the conference finals. The Texans easily disposed of Miami. I feel bad for Philbin as several people on twitter took a run at him.... eg "Miami can't win with Philbin." I guess making the playoffs with Garrard at the helm and knocking off the Pats wansn't a good enough achievement.
I must say I am enjoying the game after all of the patches (and only paying $30). CCM has made the game feel more immersive but I agree with you Rudy, this game desperately neeeds a weekly wrap-up show as you are so isolated IF you don't continuously check the standings/schedule, etc. The physics are nice but the cpu AI and offensive execution regardless of slider tweaks is one of the worst in recent Madden history. Take Madden 12's gameplay, continue to enhance CCM and bring back missing features, bring back a new version of extra point and 14 will be an impressive title.
jaymo76
12-30-2012, 07:47 PM
The sim stats are bad. Too much offence which means your offensive rankings will always be too low and your defence too high. Not sure why this hasn't been patched. Good luck against the Steelers! Tomlin is now the head coach in Atlanta for me. I like how some new generic coaches mix and match their playbooks (BUF offense, WAS defense).
I saw at OS a while back a discussion that if NCAA adds in CCM that you could potentially blend the two games, coaches, schemes, playbooks, etc. to create a comprehensive football career moving back and forth between NCAA and Madden and blending playbooks at each level. Now honestly I don't ever see this happening. I really don't think the Tiburon teams could pull it off but it does sound like a unique idea.
jaymo76
12-31-2012, 01:55 AM
I lost to Houston 27-20 in the conference final. They scored a td in the last minute after a 14 play drive. It was a great game overall. It's probably Palmer's last game as a Raider too. For the Superbowl it was a matchup between the Texans and the Panthers and the Texans win in 27-24 with Shaub as MVP. Thus far in the offseason:
1. Billick is returning to coach
2. Warner has come out of retirement
3. Manning and Steve Smith have both retired
Next up is resigning. I have a ton of players that need deals. To be more precise I have 33 players who are not under contract... it's going to be a long night.
Manning retired on you? He's still kicking in mine and set the all time TD record.
I don't understand why they scrapped the Point After show. I am concerned after ADemnroski tweeted that offline franchise guys will be disappointed going forward.
Have fun in the offseason! The draft is fun.
jaymo76
12-31-2012, 01:58 PM
Wow! What a night. The wife was not happy as I came to bed very late. However, I just found the offseason stuff so addicting. Really the offseason is where this game shines the most. As mentioned in a previous post I had 33 players who were not under contract. I was only allowed to negotiate with 11 of them and the rest I had to find in the FA pool.
The team that made it to the conference final looks very different today. My whole plan of a drafting a stud TE wasn't in the cards based on picking 30th in the draft so I bolstered my lineup through FA. I really enjoyed free agency but there needs to be a warning of how long it goes for. In the last week you should be told this is your last chance. One major gripe of FA is that not a lot of good players get signed. I picked up Omar Houston at CB for 19 million. I also picked up vertical threat TE Cook jr. to compete with Fasano for the starting job. Fasano had no other offers so I offered him three years and zero signing bonus. If I cut him it won't cost me and on twitter the guys said he was happy to be back (even though his signing interest was very low).
I had a plan for Palmer so i picked up veteran QB Derek Anderson. His role was to be a mentor for Kirk Cousins... but... I tried and tried and could not get any movement from Washington before or during the draft. So I traded Palmer to the jags for the 22nd pick and then with time almost up, drafted a QB ... Furr, out of Ohio. He's only a 74 so we will see how it goes. I had not scouted him at all so it was a risky pick but I had misread my board and the guy i was going to take had been taken two picks before.
Overall the draft was a lot of fun but I had far too many "blind" picks. All of my players were rated between 74 and 61. I didn't do great with my picks so I am already looking at the FA's to bolster my roster. There were way too many CB's in the late rounds and in the first round five TEs were taken.
In league news, Ray lewis decided to retire and he and Manning were both placed into the hall of fame. I will need to check the rosters but there was a rumour on twitter that the Saints chose not to re-sign Drew Brees???
jaymo76
12-31-2012, 02:36 PM
Rudy, philosophy-wise, how do you spend scouting points most effectively? Do you simply choose to see their overall letter grade rating or do you look at specific attributes? I find scouting very difficult as you don't have enough points to do much.
I choose a different approach than most guys on OS. I try to scout exclusevily for overall grades. I only check speed for skill positions and QB stuff like power and accuracy for QB. For TE I will also check run block. I scout from the first round to 5th round guys since the CPU will take most guys by their rating give or take 10 spots or so. Honestly the best approach is identifying B and C prospects and the move around the draft to get them. My last two drafts I had the overall grades on almost all my picks. Drafting guys blind sucks. You are usually disappointed. It helps a ton that I created myself as a team builder coach so I get 2000 points a week plus an extra 1000 after buying the scouting upgrade in year 1. At 3000 points a week I had at least 30 overall letter grades scouted in each of the last two drafts.
My first draft was very frustrating as I didn't have much info and spent a lot of points on individual ratings. I drafted blind a lot and a lot of guys that slide stink. You think you are taking the best available player and its just the best available bust. I traded up in year one to get the #7 overall player who was a WR. I knew he was fast with decent hands. Moved up to 15 and he was like a 71. Ugh. This is his third year now and he's only a 73 despite getting a lot of time as the #3 WR. He's now 4th on my depth chart. I made the decision to scout overalls exclusively after that and try to find guys for every round of the draft. Drafting blind stinks.
I agree with you that the off season is a bright spot for the game. It's so much better than M12's offseason which I really didn't like at all.
jaymo76
01-01-2013, 12:32 AM
I am in desperate need to trade for a legit LG. Right now the best I have is a 64 ovr rookie. The Ravens have a kid I am interested in and he is on the block. Just as a side-npte, Madden 14 has to bring back position changes in the off season. Why would this not be a feature...???... :smh:
I agree about the position changes. I need to be able to turn Wake back into a 3-4 OLB. I missed my chance this offseason to run the 3-4. Clay Matthews was a free agent. Could have signed him and dumped Wake. Not sure I would have had the money for AJ Green though. I'm very tight against the cap right now, even after cutting Tannehill. I can't resign any players right now other than one year street free agents. You should be able to sign a guard off FA Jay. Guaranteed there is a 75 rated guy just sitting there for cheap.
Next year I will probably cut Sean Smith and DeAndre Levy. I may dump Kellen Winslow as well to give my legit rookie TE more time. I'm running Arizona offence right now and I'm not using two tights very often. I need to create some cap relief.
jaymo76
01-01-2013, 04:23 AM
pLayed game one of the exhibition season and decided to go 90% air just to see what I had. I started my rookie qb, Colton Furr then put in Derek Anderson for q2 and q3. Pryor got the entire fourth q The results surprised me.
Furr 7 of 17 109 yards
Anderson 21 of 30 306 yards 3 tds and 1 int
Pryor 5 of 10 for 28 yards and 1 int
Also my Te,Jared Cook jr is earning his FA contract as he had 7 rec for 69 yards and 1 td. However, out of nowhere, I signed an undrafted rookie, K'sean Senat and he had 6 receptions for 79 yards.
long story short... raiders 47, jags 13.
Bears resign Brandon Marshall 6 years, $73 mil. Big Ben reups for 5 and $97! Luck rejected offer from Colts. Tannehill is an 80 on open market and better than QBs from Chiefs, Cowboys (Orton starts!), and Cardinals at a quick glance. Probably more. Sign him someone!
For thinking of Kellen Winslow as a possible cap candidate next year the game has punished me!
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A_heLHdCUAA0FBQ.jpg:large
The rookie TE will be taking over the starting spot and the offense will lean on my WRs more. I put him on IR and it says a 40 week injury so I don't know if there is a chance he comes back or not.
jaymo76
01-01-2013, 01:07 PM
Wow Rudy! in the history of Madden i have only seen one play lost to career ending injury but that person was not on my team. So what happens now? Do you have to cut him at the end of the year? put him on IR indefinitely and then after 40 weeks what happens? I wonder if the cpu will just remove him and give you back a roster spot?
jaymo76
01-01-2013, 01:13 PM
In my first day of cuts after the first game I let a few players go who were not cap hits. However, the overall ratings are really misleading. I cut a few cb's with higher ratings because some of the players with lower ratings were far better at zone and man-to-man.
I found this really good punter as a rookie FA. I am tempted to take my first player with an injury and put him on IR so I can keep this kid. Lechler will still start but he is close to retirement and I don't want to simply let this Reyes kid go to another team.
Wow Rudy! in the history of Madden i have only seen one play lost to career ending injury but that person was not on my team. So what happens now? Do you have to cut him at the end of the year? put him on IR indefinitely and then after 40 weeks what happens? I wonder if the cpu will just remove him and give you back a roster spot?
I have no clue what will happen. I do remember seeing one career ending injury back in Madden 99 or something on the PS1. It was Kellen Winslow who doesn't have a good durability rating. He's actually been surprisingly durable during his 2.5 years in Miami, never missing more than parts of games.
jaymo76
01-01-2013, 08:12 PM
TE'S in this years game are essential for success. The commentary even talks about how TE's can take over a game. I rely on my TE's for about 60-70% of my passing game. Madden 12 I struggled with getting the Te involved but with 13 it is a lot easier. owever, a huge issue (for me anyways) continues to be getting you primary recievers involved. Outside of slants i still find the defensive backs always have the position and will be agressive and go and get the ball while your WR will not engage.
I've actually found the outside WRs to be easier to get the ball to this year. In the past my slot WR would always get more catches than my #2 guy but not anymore. My starting two WRs last season got over 60 catches each and over 800 yards. My TE does good too but right now AJ Greenhas been doing real well for me.
A few things about the game this year.
1. The icons lighting up actually make route based passing possible. Curl are a lot easier to hit and so are corner routesof times right.
2. Cover two zone press coverage allows you to hit the outside WR after he beats the jam and before the safety. You have to zip it in there and lead him to the sideline. Don't throw it too soon or the CB will pick it off.
3. CBs play a lot of off and soft coverage in this game. Forget about the deep routes when you see that and hot route them to a curl. They are often open on the outside. A great way to rack up catches and yards on the outside.
4. Crossing routes are a great way to beat the blitz.
jaymo76
01-02-2013, 02:50 AM
Just lost 18-17 to the texans in exhibition 2. THe texans kicked a last second field goal to steel the game. However, there may be a qb controvery brewing. The rookie showed a lot of imrpovement today and even Pryor played well.
Furr 7/10 96 yards 1td
Anderson 9/14 95 yards 1 td 1 int
Pryor 12/16 91 yards 1 int
At the tight end position Jared Cook jr continues to amaze. Fasano may be on the outside lookng in.
I would definitely go Cook over Fasano. Fasano can't generate any big plays in the passing game.
I'm 6-1 now. I think I may make some further tweaks to toughen the game for me a little more. AJ Green has missed 3 games but he has over 40 catches, 4 TDs and over 600 yards already. It's really nice having a great WR who can beat the press, tiptoe on catches near the sidelines and make all kinds of tough catches.
Jaymo - what accuracy are you using for your QBs on All-Pro? Do you think 10 is too high? I've seen people go lower.
jaymo76
01-02-2013, 01:02 PM
I would definitely go Cook over Fasano. Fasano can't generate any big plays in the passing game.
I'm 6-1 now. I think I may make some further tweaks to toughen the game for me a little more. AJ Green has missed 3 games but he has over 40 catches, 4 TDs and over 600 yards already. It's really nice having a great WR who can beat the press, tiptoe on catches near the sidelines and make all kinds of tough catches.
Jaymo - what accuracy are you using for your QBs on All-Pro? Do you think 10 is too high? I've seen people go lower.
I am also using 10 for accuacy. i have my WR catching at 52 becuase of all the drops. Pass blocking is at 30. However, I have cpu pass recognition at 45 and I find the zones are a lot tighter. I also have cpu interceptions at 35. passing is still easy but I don't get the ball tothe outside enough.
jaymo76
01-02-2013, 01:07 PM
I swear this game anticipates your issues so you don't have to make tough decisions. Cook jr. and Fasano are both playing great. I was going to give Fasano the start only because of what he did for me last year... loyalty. However, Cook jr. has played so well. long story short... Fasano out 11 weeks. Cook Jr. is now the starter.
Maybe Madden 13 has a prophesy engine?!
jaymo76
01-02-2013, 03:38 PM
I'm about to start the regular season starting with a Sunday night primetime game versus the Chargers. Altogether i have four primetime games on my schedule... Monday, Thursday, and two Sunday's. I like the primetime games as the announcing just feels enhanced. My schedule looks good. I know some people had concerns over at OS for season two but for me everything looks good. I have one three game homestand but that's the only thing. Division swapping looks accurate.
The game of the year on my schedule is another game versus the Texans. Not only have I lost to Houston twice, both games in the last minute (including on the last play in an exhibition game this season)but Phil Simms has also commented on us having a rivalry... right now they are the best of the best as they won the SB last year. I am looking for payback when they visit Oakland in the fall.
I really don't know what to expect this year. After preseason game one I felt great about the team. We ended the preseason 2-2 and frankly I didn't play very well. Versus Atlanta at home we were thumped 54-29! Granted i simmed most of the last three games but my D didn't play well in the preseason. My QB situation is also concerning as Derek Anderson won the starting job but he is extremely streaky at the best of times. When Anderson is cold he is ice cold. Colton Furr, my first round draft pick is just too inconsistent to start but i suspect that i will get him in as much as possible to get him some xp. If Anderson struggles Furr will become the starter.
Around the league I see that Billick landed in New England and Moss and Warner have joined forces to play in... Denver. That is going to be tough as I play them twice this year and i find division games in madden a little tougher than regular games.
Another huge addition needed for MADDEN 14.... PRACTISE ROSTERS!! I had to cut several players who i didn't want to release but i had no choice. Most notably i have this punter, Reyes... the guy is going to replace Lechler... but Lechler has at least one more year. I also had to release two draft picks because their rating are low but they have real potential.
How about changing the practices to actually be first team offense against first team defense instead of some nomadic group of no-names that show up? That was a bad decision. I know it's not realistic but practices would be more fun if you could play out Madden moments to earn XP instead. Maybe not every week but what about an NFL Replay moment from your actual franchise! Pick a game of the week where the game was close in the 4th quarter and have you replay the final quarter but give you one of the teams randomly and make you play it out. That would be fun and make you feel more connected to what is going on with other teams. In year 4 it would be cool to play with a team like Dallas and find Dalton on the team and no Dez Bryant etc.
jaymo76
01-02-2013, 06:35 PM
How about changing the practices to actually be first team offense against first team defense instead of some nomadic group of no-names that show up? That was a bad decision. I know it's not realistic but practices would be more fun if you could play out Madden moments to earn XP instead. Maybe not every week but what about an NFL Replay moment from your actual franchise! Pick a game of the week where the game was close in the 4th quarter and have you replay the final quarter but give you one of the teams randomly and make you play it out. That would be fun and make you feel more connected to what is going on with other teams. In year 4 it would be cool to play with a team like Dallas and find Dalton on the team and no Dez Bryant etc.
Agreed on the generic cpu crap practise... waste of time and effort. i don't play one snap i just choose the play and then watch and i only do the cake walk up by 16 points as it's the shortest. I think the team you play against should be the backups and that way everyone gets xp.
Another issue I have seen brought up is whether or not the cpu practises. the consensus is that cpu teams don't and therefore don't earn xp. This would explain why cpu players don't progress enough during a career.
Perhaps the Madden team could actually use tuning files to fix some things!
jaymo76
01-02-2013, 09:43 PM
Perhaps the Madden team could actually use tuning files to fix some things!
Yeah I don't really get why NCAA and Madden don't use tuning files unless they patch at the same time. The whole point of tuners is to do what patches cannot.
Josh Looman tweeted me that the generic practice opponents were based on community feedback. They said they wanted that over your own team members. I don't agree but I like how they let the community have input. Also, the practice opponent playbook is your upcoming opponent's playbook.
jaymo76
01-03-2013, 02:43 AM
Josh Looman tweeted me that the generic practice opponents were based on community feedback. They said they wanted that over your own team members. I don't agree but I like how they let the community have input. Also, the practice opponent playbook is your upcoming opponent's playbook.
That doesn't make any sense. Why would people choose to play fictional people and NOT get xp for the backups???? That decision needs to be revisited for next year. I agree that it is nice that the developers take feedback though.
jaymo76
01-03-2013, 03:03 AM
First game of the seaaon versus the Chargers and now I lose Cook jr. for five weeks. My starting TE is Ausberry! Lots of Mcfadden versus Warner and the broncos.
I escaped a game against the Bengals led by Matt Ryan. Ryan scrambled inside of two minutes inside my 30 and fumbled. Defence returned it for a TD. Now 7-1.
I'm having fun running a RBBC. Lamar Miller gets a lot of basic run plays while Daniel Thomas gets all strong I plays and short yardage. Rookie Bo Turner is my third down back and plays in spread formations. AJ Green has 50 catches for over 700 yards and 4 TDs. He'd be really smoking if he never got hurt.
jaymo76
01-03-2013, 04:27 PM
Had my butt handed to me last night by Warner, Moss, and the Broncos. I lost 37-23 but that score is flattering as at the half it was 24-3. I was never in this game... ever!!! Plus, I have a ton of injuries right now (however the injuries system is messed up as in-game injuries show different lengths than outside of games.... another tiburon glitch...). Anderson was awful so i pulled him at the half and the kid came in and played well... 254 yards and a td.
Last season i was #1 D and #32 offense. This season I am #11 offense and #31 defense. What a change.... the weird thing is that my D is better this year than last.
And now the possible game breaker... FIVE TEAMS ONLY HAVE ONE QB ON THEIR ROSTER!!!!!!!!! This is inexcusable. How does this type of stuff get by testing? Only six teams have 3 qbs. I can live with that but FIVE TEAMS WITH ONLY ONE QB???!!!???!!! Hey I am having fun with Madden but how in any way does this incomplete glitchfest win game of the year from IGN?
Wow. Five teams with only 1 QB? This is the first time in six years the Dolphins haven't used more than two.
I am facing some good injuries right now as well. Lost Cam Wake and another 2 DBs. Winslow's injury is staying at 40 weeks. His career is over. I'm assuming he will retire in the offseason.
http://twitter.com/rudyjuly2/status/286961739604561920/photo/1
AJ Green is awesome. My entire passing game is going through him. What a difference maker.
jaymo76
01-03-2013, 08:54 PM
Yup i think I have experienced some of the reported problems with regards to injuries. I should have six players out for multiple week injuries yet I only have three. Hopefully this is just a one tim gltch as i have not seen tis problem in season one or the pre season. Have you expereienced any issues with the injury bug Rudy?
Also, it is kind of neat to see how many teams have 20+ week injuries. Right now there are eight players who are out for 20+ weeks. The longest is a made-up player who is out for 36 weeks.
jaymo76
01-03-2013, 09:04 PM
I still don't quite understand the whole scheme not working in offline franchise. I am a west coast offense with a spread D based on 4-3 alignment. In the game it s default VERTICAL and 4-3. None of the specifics can for each player can be changed. However, what exactly does the scheme aspect do if you Play all of the games? I don't sim so does not being able to change schemes impact me at all? The only thing I can think is that it may impact your goals and signings but frankly from what i have seen of free agency, the most money means you sign the player. Does anyone actually know the impact of broken schemes? I may make on online test franchise and sim to see what it does.
jaymo76
01-04-2013, 02:57 AM
So i was experimenting tonight with a few created offline and online leagues just to better figure out the schemes situation. Here is wat I found.
1. In my offline career which i started on season pass back in August you CANNOT change any scheme whatsoever. you cannot change individualschemes nor can you change offense/defense based schemes. Your offense will be vertical and a 4-3 D.
2. In my ONLINE experiment dynasty I created tonight you CAN change all of the schemes for offense/defense and individuals. However, when practising your playbook still defaults to a 4-3 even if you're scheme is a 3-4 attacking D.
3. In my OFFLINE experiment dynasty I created tonight the results were mixed. Yes you can change some things but not others. You CANNOT change your offense and defense. That is still stuck on vertical and 4-3. however, you can change individual position specifics (eg QB as pocket passer).
Based on my online experience it is clear that your goals ARE impacted by your scheme. When i chose power run most of my weekly goals were run based. As of right now all of my goals tend to be passing based (and that's not my style of play).
I hadn't paid too much attention to the affect of schemes. I know individual position schemes change your player's overall rating. I think your team scheme may impact if free agents want to sign with you. I did not realize your weekly goals were tied to your overall scheme. I really wish we could set our default playbooks as well.
I hadn't noticed any injury bugs but Karlos Dansby broke his forearm and is now out an additional 6 weeks. At least I get back Reshad Jones but Wake and Dansby out hurts the defence. I still have 82+ rated backups so it doesn't hurt too bad but when they get fatigued is when I hurt a bit more.
I think I am going to try to go up to All-Madden again in franchise and tweak to get it right. I'm hopeful a smarter cpu on All-Madden (jury is out on that although it does appear more intense) will be better. I know All-Madden is more aggressive and I'm hoping to see more press coverage and less soft stuff. I've learned to take what the defense gives me. If I see blitz I throw crossing routes or dump it to the back. If they play soft I'll just throw curls. I don't see enough different zone coverages to confuse me on All-Pro. I see too much cover 2 zone press which leads to some gaps for your outside WRs down the sidelines. I'd like to see more man press coverage which can break up the timing but also provide more big plays potentially. Madden on All-Pro doesn't allow for a lot of deep shots down the sidelines since the CBs play so soft. It's a bit frustrating but if you simply take the underneath stuff you make them pay. I wish the cpu would change up their defensive calls more often.
jaymo76
01-04-2013, 03:05 PM
I have continued to manually progress McFadden... he is no longer injury prone and he is just chewing it up. last night versus the Chargers he had 28 carries for 264 yards and three td's in addition to four receptions for about 30 yards. I shut out SD 34-0. The result was great as I was dominated by Denver the week before. However, in week one the SD chargers game was an excellent matchup. How could the results be so different just two weeks later?
jaymo76
01-04-2013, 03:10 PM
Good luck with going up to all madden. I find sliders and difficulty levels in this game are so difficult to figure out because of the one key variable... Dynamic Player Performance. Hot streaks and cold streaks inside and outside of games make it so challenging to get the right feel. At times I feel that dpp is to overpowered. How can you be on a cold streak before you play one game???
DPP does certainly affect things. I see that in my RBs and OL. At one point I had almost my entire OL as hot and they were just mowing down the DL. I do like the idea behind this since the real NFL can be real inconsistent from one week to the next. This builds in an inconsistency even if it's a bit goofy as to how the game decides who is hot or cold.
jaymo76
01-04-2013, 07:58 PM
I think i am going to create a just for fun part-time online dynasty as Dennis Allen and the Raiders. I am curious if the game plays differently online (other than schemes). There has been talk that the game is tuned differently for online. I will set up the schemes to my liking and then basically sim most games for the first season and act primarily as gm. If there is a difference i may reasses my current dynasty ccm. However, i suspect there will be no noticeable difference.
One thing I dislike about ccm is that if you create a coach you must retire the person in order to become someone else.
jaymo76
01-04-2013, 07:59 PM
DPP does certainly affect things. I see that in my RBs and OL. At one point I had almost my entire OL as hot and they were just mowing down the DL. I do like the idea behind this since the real NFL can be real inconsistent from one week to the next. This builds in an inconsistency even if it's a bit goofy as to how the game decides who is hot or cold.
I agree that dpp is a great feature (and should be in NCAA) I'm just not sure the logic behind it is always sound (aka pass for 300 yards and next week you are on a cold streak).
It's funny in my franchise that the game tweeted that McFadden was benched in favour of Ahmad Bradshow. McFadden is 90 and Bradshaw 88 but I don't know if the scheme resulted in the change. Did progression cause this? It's the second time I've noticed the game tweeting a starting change. The other time was Jonathon Stewart taking over DeAngelo Williams. I also checked the Raiders TEs and guess who is the starting TE - Fasano! Had to laugh about that.
jaymo76
01-05-2013, 11:28 AM
Huh, I haven't seen a tweet like that yet. It must be the scheme fit then. It would be very "unmadden-like" not to see the cpu play the player with the highest ovr. As for Fasano, that is funny. The Raiders TE situation based on the default rosters is just awful... they need to pick up ANYONE just to be competitive.
In my dynasty last night we had a come from beihnd win and beat the Chiefs 17-16 after a last second FG by Janikowski. The cpu made a huge mistake. After going up 16-14 with 33 seconds left, the cpu did a squib kick and I got the ball back at my 46...??? All I needed were two pass plays to get into fg position. Had the cpu kicked it deep, I lose the game. My rookie qb led the comeback. it may be time to pull Anderson and give the kid the start.
The victory combined with my close fought victory over the Pats the week before move me to 4-1 on the season. I am in a four way tie for lead in the AFC. next up, my new rival... the Houston Texans.
Here are the tweets and stories about the Raiders benching McFadden. Sorry about the poor image quality from the ipod. The only other benching story I saw before was the Carolina Panthers swapping their current backs.
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m195/rudyjuly2/Jaymo%20Raiders/FF6B0CF9-0A4E-4C0C-99DF-C98135805E6F-297-0000002456F9BB4D.jpghttp://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m195/rudyjuly2/Jaymo%20Raiders/B1C13E44-F5A5-40E8-9679-759874CCD04E-297-00000024938BB856.jpg
I just checked the other teams QBs as well. There are three or four teams with only 1 QB on the roster. There are a bunch of other teams with only two and the backup QBs in general appear to be pretty weak. Then you see something stupid like Jay Cutler signing with Denver in the offseason when Peyton is still there and #1 on the depth chart! Too many stupid things like that. The Jets spent big money on Patrick Peterson at CB and I check and he's the #3 CB behind Revis and Cromartie. Why would they pay so much for a #3 CB?
Cutler signed for big bucks to be a backup QB while other teams don't even pay for a backup?
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m195/rudyjuly2/Jaymo%20Raiders/BE0DD997-9E99-4D7A-A6A6-B0C113D861B7-297-000000254FB0D62E.jpg?t=1357408115
Raiders depth chart at TE also suspect. You've got a rookie at 71. Why not play him? Scheme or stupidity? FYI, Carson Palmer is the starting QB for the Titans. Josh Freeman is still with the Raiders. Tannehill at 79 still unsigned.
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m195/rudyjuly2/Jaymo%20Raiders/F953C08F-A94A-433E-8714-837DB61ADE4F-297-00000024C593CE3D.jpg?t=1357408115
Patrick Peterson makes big money to be a #3 CB.
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m195/rudyjuly2/Jaymo%20Raiders/FC80B299-81AB-41C3-A255-8462625BD935-297-0000002518435D44.jpg?t=1357408115
No backup QBs (I know New England is in the same category, maybe one more). I had scouted Max Kodiak one year and he went from a B to a C overall so I didn't bother with him.
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m195/rudyjuly2/Jaymo%20Raiders/FECF6746-8D62-4B2F-AF8D-F296B67F3CF1-297-00000025681C355C.jpg?t=1357408115
http://i104.photobucket.com/albums/m195/rudyjuly2/Jaymo%20Raiders/4109D74C-64F3-49C8-B149-8C33E4719B0B-297-00000025AF881F2A.jpg?t=1357408114
jaymo76
01-05-2013, 12:06 PM
It's interesting to see how players change via scheme. For me Fasano is a 78 yet under Allen's system he is only a 71. That tweet talking about how insane it is to bench McFadden is classic!
Thanks for posting all of those pics. It is unfortunate to see that you are also experiencing significant roster issues. A cpu team needs to be programmed to have at least two qb's. What happens if there is an injury? I guess punter is the new qb???
Rudy, how do you find the salary cap? i actually find it too easy this year. For next season i have $32 million to spend. Right now i have $12 million I can spend. Any player who I have wanted regardless of scheme I have signed. I think you just throw the highest number and the player signs with you.
Rudy, how do you find the salary cap? i actually find it too easy this year. For next season i have $32 million to spend. Right now i have $12 million I can spend. Any player who I have wanted regardless of scheme I have signed. I think you just throw the highest number and the player signs with you.
The salary cap is too easy for a couple of reasons. You don't start out with any dead money at the beginning of franchise but the biggest one is the salary demands for mid-tier players.
The salaries that average players or decent players command are far too little. Only players rated 90+ command crazy contracts. I've seen Anquan Boldin get over $10 million a year. I've seen Roethlisberger and Rodgers get $20M contracts. That's fair or too much for Boldin. But the guys rated 78-82 are far too undervalued. Those are all excellent backups or low level starters and they command less than $2M a year. In fact, many of them can be signed for $1 to $1.5 million a year. That's way too cheap. A guy like Richie Incognito on Miami made over $3 million this year. Richard Marshall is an 80 rated CB that got $5 million a year. Those guys on the open market in Madden make less than half of that.
It means as a user you can easily stay under the cap by avoiding the really expensive guys and just signing the mid-tier guys. The cpu doesn't do this. In fact they tend to avoid them. After free agency there are way too many 80+ rated and high 70s rated players unsigned. I could understand an older veteran not signing and demanding big money but the rest makes no sense, especially since so many guys could be used to upgrade a cpu roster. Carolina still only has one WR on its roster above a 70. It creates further problems because the cpu devalues them in every way and lets guys like Matt Ryan, Josh Freeman and Jake Locker just leave because they are only 83-86 rated players. It makes no sense, especially since they don't have a replacement on their roster. Why would Cinci let both Dalton and AJ Green leave? Why not use the franchise tag at least?
EA has traditionally done a horrible job on the default free agents and it continues throughout. Imo, no free agent left over should even have a 70 grade, especially if they are younger. If you need to find a body off the street, you should be desperate and not be able to find a decent player so easily.
If the mid tier free agents costed more and the cpu spent their money more wisely the cap would be far more difficult. I haven't had any real problems although I'm pretty tight against the cap right now. Of course I don't have a single backup on my team under 70 and most are at least 75 with every starter at 80+. I have 7 guys 90+ but that includes Winslow.
jaymo76
01-05-2013, 02:03 PM
I agree that free agency is just silly based on how high of quality players with no employment actually are. There are 19 current free agents who are rated in the 80's. If I wished i could stack my team with them. Here are a few attached images (low ipad quality).
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589
590
591
And look at how cheap all those guys are with many around $1 million. I could understand if they were asking for over $4 million but not under $2 million. Either way good football players like that shouldn't be unemployed.
jaymo76
01-05-2013, 06:29 PM
I was checking out the team schedules and saw some interesting stuff.
Rudy, i know you love the Dolphins so I have some bad ccm news for you. Yikes, that's not a good start to the year.
I was checking out the team schedules and saw some interesting stuff.
Rudy, i know you love the Dolphins so I have some bad ccm news for you. Yikes, that's not a good start to the year.
Say it ain't so! Carson Palmer as my QB? A horrid stretch of losing? That does show how rough the sim engine is. Scores are way too high.
jaymo76
01-05-2013, 08:34 PM
Say it ain't so! Carson Palmer as my QB? A horrid stretch of losing? That does show how rough the sim engine is. Scores are way too high.
yup, in my games the scores are pretty realistic but simmed games are frequently in the 35-50 point range.
jaymo76
01-05-2013, 08:39 PM
Well, another game versus Houston and another last minute loss. We were driving and made it to the 13 until another holding penalty did us in. We converted a third down but due to the hold we were left in a 3rd and 18 that pretty much took the game out of my hands. I dropped the game 13-12 and had the distinct feeling that I was going to lose... throughout- all the calls went in favour of the Texans. Palmer was pulled again at the half and this time Furr didn't have a victory in him. The game was low scoring and minimal offense on booth sides. In three games versus the Texans each game has been settled in the last minute of play... they are truly a great rivalry.
So the Raiders now drop to 4-2. However, next week i should get Gaither (2nd string mlb), Fasano, and Cook jr. back so i am hoping to see a big step-up in play. A huge number of my defense is on a cold streak right now. Also, Derek Anderson's role as starter is now over. Colton Furr gets the start next week.
I came from behind against the Broncos to beat them 27-23. Was down 20-7 at half time. My entire OL was hot and I pushed their inferior DTs around with strong runs up the gut. The Lions are undefeated (actually 12-0 since this pic after I advanced). All-Madden in CCM isn't that much different than All-Pro to be honest. The cpu is a bit smarter but it's not as strong as Play Now exhibitions.
As much as I love the Dolphins and my young players I may see about quitting the team in the offseason and going to a weak team to rebuild. I want a new challenge as my team is the best in the league. My son Carter likes the Bengals uniforms so maybe I will see if I can move over to that team but I want to keep my coach alive if possible. I don't know how this will work out but I will definitely not save over the franchise until I figure it out.
https://pbs.twimg.com/media/A_7tTDRCEAAfVmV.jpg:large
jaymo76
01-06-2013, 03:46 PM
Rudy if you quit do you get to choose your team if you want to stay as yourself as coach? Or, do you get offered positions like they do in NCAA?
jaymo76
01-06-2013, 03:54 PM
Much on the lines of what you were discussing, once a win a SB I may look for a new team as i have played as the Raiders since madden 08. I am actually hoping for the Browns or Dolphins if they are available. Another possibility is acting as a "GM" in my just for fun online dynasty (scouting, trades, schemes that work, depth chart, etc.). maybe I will fire Dennis Allen and take over as myself? It may be interesting to sim for a few years and see what happens based on me running the day-to-day things of the team. I have never done that before so it may be an interesting change. Madden 13 does a good job with all the other stuff this year so I think it will be fun.
jaymo76
01-06-2013, 07:06 PM
Sliders in this game or lack thereof drive me crazy sometimes. i am now 6-2 after thumping the Vikings at home 26-0 and pulling out a come from behind victory in Green Bay 28-20. Versus the texans and the Broncos I could do nothing but versus the Vikings i could not be stopped. The results are very random but they just don't feel logical.
One thing that is really throwing me for a loop is ratings. When I check MY roster in CCM roster management the ratings are different from the ratings during CCM games. I don't get it? I realise ratings change with schemes but my players play under my... (well no not actually mine lol) scheme if they are part of my franchise. Their ratings should not fluctuate between games and practises, etc. Ratings should only show differently if they are on a different team.
In other news I gave Heyward-Bey a hefty contract increase and he has repaid my kindness with five drops in two games.
jaymo76
01-06-2013, 09:08 PM
I decided to read through the ccm document again. The potential this game had if not for all the bugs and glitches is would have been truly impressive. The idea upon reflection is excellent but the execution and omissions have hampered this game from the beginning.
http://vassets.ea.com/Assets/Resources/File/M13ConnectedCareersManual.pdf
Rudy if you quit do you get to choose your team if you want to stay as yourself as coach? Or, do you get offered positions like they do in NCAA?
I don't know. I'm guessing I might only be able to go to an open spot but I should be in demand!
Jaymo, I had Chris change the title so it reflects both our thoughts on the game. Now that I'm back at work after an extended Christmas vacation I won't be able to play as much but I will try to work some games in when I can.
jaymo76
01-07-2013, 07:48 PM
Jaymo, I had Chris change the title so it reflects both our thoughts on the game. Now that I'm back at work after an extended Christmas vacation I won't be able to play as much but I will try to work some games in when I can.
Sounds good. i am also back at work after two weeks off so my game time will be limited to the weekends and a few evenings.
jaymo76
01-08-2013, 12:02 AM
It finally happened during practise... the cpu was called for pass interference!!! This is the first PI call i have had in madden 13... well actually it's the first Pi I have seen in madden 13.
jaymo76
01-08-2013, 06:06 PM
Well I had 10 free minutes before i had to pick up my oldest son from pre-school so I turned on my offline CCM and decided to do some scouting and progression. My philosophy for scouting has become pretty simple. I look for:
1. scheme
2. speed
3. 2-3 traits most important t the position (eg CB man coverage, zone coverage, press)
I upgraded my scouting package in the off season so i get more points to scout with now. I still think that points are far too few for the amount of information present. More stuff should be known about each player as a starting point. perhaps the combine needs to make a return for next year???
As for progression I am doing the same thing as I do with scouting. I upgrade the key traits for the positions (eg. QB is short, medium, long accuracy, etc.). I continue to make McFadden stronger. He hasn't missed a game yet this year and at the half way point is at 986 yards and 11 tds, only 19 yards behins Jamaal Charles for the lead league.
I didn't realise until i checked my injuries that I have lost my rookie QB, Colton Furr for four weeks. It looks like i'm back to Derek Anderson. Furr has been playing well and last game eclipses the 1000 yard mark. I have been negotiating for four weeks with Jacoby Ford. At this point one more offer and then i am going to dismiss if he doesn't sign.
At 6-2 I am tied for 2nd in the AFC. Right now it's a real dog fight. Around the league i noticed that the Titans drafted QB Daniel Romeo and he is already starting in Tennessee. I guess that Locker just isn't the answer??? Rookie TE's are just dominating the receiving stats. Some of the guys from the draft/twitter stories have been lights-out.
Speaking of the draft, year two looks to be pretty light on talent. I need help at CB and LE and the pickings are slim to say the least. I may need to go the free agent route. Lamar Houston wanted a contract extension but he just isn't skilled enough for the money he wants. he is looking for five years 20 million and I think the cpu wanted me to low-ball as the beginning offer screen showed 1 year $700,000 and no bonus. Houston said he will test free agency.
I agree that we should have more basic info on the college players. 40 times, 225 bench and some college stats would be nice. 3000 points a week works pretty good for me right now though. There should be a scouting difficulty like NCAA has recruiting difficulty. That way we could set our own points level for how we want. If I want 5000 a week why not let me manage MY game the way I want to?
jaymo76
01-09-2013, 08:29 PM
I got in a game last night after the kids went to bed. It's the first time in Madden 13 that my D gave up huge pass yards. The Bears beat me 32-17 and Cutler threw for 359 yards and one td. The guy was lights out. Apparently the cpu decided it was time for me to lose. I threw four ints, had two fumbles, and seven penalties... the Bears had none of the previous mentioned things. Anderson was awful as per usual so Pryor came in and played well. Another two games before Furr gets back...
That's the one thing you almost never see - the cpu passing game going off on you.
I won again this morning. Played the Colts at home and was down 17-16 in the 4th but won 24-17. I'm an 83 overall and I think I'm the best team in the league. The Colts were an 81 and I don't see teams in the upper 80s anymore. AJ Green has just been fantastic. I think I'm 12-1 or maybe 13-1. AJ Green has missed 2.5 games and yet right now has 96 grabs for about 1400 yards and 10 TDs. Stud! Makes all the difference in the world having an elite WR that can beat the jam and make all the tough catches.
Played my first ever snow game at Heinz Field. The Steelers are only a 78. Felix Jones is their RB but Big Ben, Wallace and Antonio Brown are still there. The defense is unrecognizable though. Back and forth game I won 30-27. AJ Green had over 200 yards. I feed him the ball like crazy and he rarely drops it unlike my rookie TE who dropped two balls in four chances.
I'm now 13-1 and am certainly thinking of moving to a new squad after this season.
Perfect example of stupid situational AI was at the end of the game. Under 2 minutes, 3rd and 4 and if I get first down the game is over. CPU plays soft. Leaves AJ Green wide open for easy little out as they played 10 yards off of him. They need to be up on the line and challenging me. The NFL is all about turnovers and converting third downs. CPU needs to be much smarter.
jaymo76
01-10-2013, 08:41 PM
Played my first ever snow game at Heinz Field. The Steelers are only a 78. Felix Jones is their RB but Big Ben, Wallace and Antonio Brown are still there. The defense is unrecognizable though. Back and forth game I won 30-27. AJ Green had over 200 yards. I feed him the ball like crazy and he rarely drops it unlike my rookie TE who dropped two balls in four chances.
I'm now 13-1 and am certainly thinking of moving to a new squad after this season.
Nice! i haven't seen a snow game yet and I have only played one rain game. Last year in Madden 12 it seemed as though every other game it rained. 78 for the Steelers? Did they change coaches and therefore schemes? That seems pretty low.
jaymo76
01-10-2013, 08:50 PM
Huge Sunday Night game last night versus #1 overall Detroit Lions at Ford Field. I love the primetime games as the presentation is well done. Long story short this should have been a tough game as my #1 D took on the #1 O. End result... 30 to 6 for the Raiders. Stafford threw for 270 yards and was 31-49 in passing... BUT Jevon Best was held to 6 yards on 12 carries. I also had a pic six to go up 21-3 at the half. Had the Lions played like the Bears last game I should have been blown out. Detroit was 7-2 going into the game and the class of the NFC. The game was never close and since I was playing Pryor at QB, my 3rd stringer, I expected a better game. Pryor was 18-23 for 184 yards and McFadden eclipsed 150 yards on 27 carries.
Yeah a generic coach is in Pitt and I think they were running a 4-3 but can't remember now lol. Defensive guys were all gon from current team. As for weather I'm glad most games don't have bad weather. It seems only WRs slip and not DBsalthough I haven't paid too much attention.
jaymo76
01-12-2013, 12:02 PM
I had a real barn burner last night versus the 5-5 Bills of all teams. The final was 31-28 for the Raiders. I kicked the game winning fg with 21 seconds left in a come from behind win. I could not stop the Bill offense. Fitzpatrick had 289 yards passing and their RB Fred Jackson had 93 yards rushing... for Madden these are huge yards... Anyways, with my settings at qb accuracy 65, cpu catching 65, hum interceptions 15 and hum pass reaction 40 the cpu has carved me up a few times this season. I think the biggest difference though is pass reaction at 40 (since Rudy told me it is reversed).
One observation i have thus far in season 2 is that the teams with new generic coaches seem to call far better games which are true to their schemes while the real coaches still run far too often.
I don't understand how the play calling gets better after the first year in CCM but I'm grateful it did.
I'm 14-1 right now after smoking the Jets. I will definitely be leaving for another team in the offseason to provide a new challenge. I did check out the Browns and they have some pretty decent talent there other than WR. After my next game I will post my stats. AJ Green had a monster year and if it weren't for missing 2.5 games he would be smashing records. My young QB is fantastic too. I will miss him. WAY better than Tannehill ever was for me.
jaymo76
01-12-2013, 12:34 PM
When you do leave let me know how you do it. I assume that you just ask for a release and hope that a team picks you up? Apparently i heard at OS that you may be forced to retire if nobody wants your services???
When you do leave let me know how you do it. I assume that you just ask for a release and hope that a team picks you up? Apparently i heard at OS that you may be forced to retire if nobody wants your services???
It says that right in the game help menus. Trust me, I'll be backing the franchise up on USB and I won't save until I know my guy will be OK. I need my 3000 points per week for scouting.
JeffHCross
01-12-2013, 03:49 PM
No clue about Madden, but on Head Coach 09, if you were fired (can't recall if you could quit) and no one wanted to hire you, the Career ended.
strattjw
01-12-2013, 11:04 PM
No clue about Madden, but on Head Coach 09, if you were fired (can't recall if you could quit) and no one wanted to hire you, the Career ended.
Madden is the same. If no one offers you a job you loose your coach. Can always continue the same CCM as a new coach though.
jaymo76
01-13-2013, 12:31 AM
Rudy, in my just for fun online ccm I have taken over the Raiders but I am playing as Dennis Allen (only gm, no games). Currently I have just started but I am going to play around with things a little and see what happens. Up to this point I have:
1. signed johnny Knox at wr
2. put all of my qb's on the trade block
3. resigned lechler, goodson, branch, curry
4. signed derek harvey to start at Le over houston
5. set my scheme to west coast offesne and attacking 4-3
6. released richard gordon at TE and signed Bo Scaife
7. Shaughnessy (re) rejected my contract so he is out for next year (plus I put hime on the block)
8. week 8 and we are 0-6 and I just re-sgned Mitchell
9. released Toellfeson and sign Merriman at RE
At the half way point of the season we are 2-6. Allen's coach xp is at 3,850. We are tied for last with the Broncos in the afc west. Offensive stats in this game are way too high!!!
Anyways, i will finish the season tonight and let you know what happens.
jaymo76
01-13-2013, 12:59 AM
After a great second half i ended the year 8-8 in my gm online dynasty. I met my goals and was offered a contract extension. I see that Rex Ryan has been fired and that Cincy has fired their coaches as well. There will be spots open so I will demand my release and see what happens.
FYI... Raiders leaders:
Palmer 3229 yards 19td and 9 pics
Heyward-Bey 1068 yards 4 td's, 78 catches
Okay so i demanded my release and I was granted it. I have been replaced T. Irvin. I just checked in schemes and right now three teams have no head coach, the Bears, Bengals, and jets... In my career page i am up to 35,000 xp and am wearing an ea sports outfit. I will advance the week and see what happens.
jaymo76
01-13-2013, 01:13 AM
Well the playoffs are occurring and I still don't have a job...
i have now simmed up to the pro bowl and still no offers... although i see that "Chad Masters" has retired...
okay Tom Coughlin just announced his retirement... Eagles versus the Colts in the SB...
Okay it's sb week and still no offers...
Eagles win the SB... I still have no offers... getting worried now...
and it's official... Dennis Allen must retire!!!
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jaymo76
01-13-2013, 01:18 AM
In the just for fun online since Allen had to retire I have taken over Mike Smith in ATL. i will sim season two and demand a release and see what happens.
jaymo76
01-13-2013, 04:41 AM
Oops... i simmed season two and then after the Super Bowl I went to demand a release... too late. I will have to sim another season.
jaymo76
01-13-2013, 05:09 AM
Oops... i simmed season two and then after the Super Bowl I went to demand a release... too late. I will have to sim another season.
Well, after taking the Falcons to the NFC championship two years in a row, I demanded a release and... I had to retire as nobody picked me up...???... How do you get re-hired in this game?
That's scary to me. I want to demand a release too but am worried it won't work now. I want to keep my points! In my CCM at the end of my 4th year I would say there are about 7 or 8 generic coaches in the game. Most of the current coaches are all on different teams. Only a handful of guys are still with their current team although Romeo Crennel is one of them!
Just finished my year 15-1 and AJ Green broke Jerry Rice's record and Nantz commented on it. Will have some stat screenshots later. Will have to make running harder although I'm running out of room with the blocking sliders.
I can't believe how watered down All-Madden is in CCM. It used to be that guys like me would fear All-Madden and never try it. Now All-Madden default plays like All-Pro (of the past).
I truly believe that even if you follow the 75 max rules to make sure you are on All-Madden that it doesn't play much harder than All-Pro. I see the cpu on All-Madden pressing a bit more with their CBs and they play the screen pass better. But I don't notice the blocking being that much different or the intelligence being that much different in CCM. They don't double your playmakers and their situational AI is just as bad.
I truly feel that if you take your current CCM All-Madden slider set and use it on All-Pro that the game gets maybe 7 points easier. That's not enough of a split. But if you take your current CCM All-Madden slider set and play a Play Now game the cpu will beat you by 20 points in an otherwise even matchup.
I beat the Patriots 38-31 to finish 15-1. Again, I'm embarrassed at how much I'm winning. My rookie QB was hot and his overall was 90 at the game. His throwing power was 96 and it really helps to squeeze the ball into tight spots between CBs and Safeties. I'm hoping to be able to switch teams in the offseason or I'll really try to crank up the sliders some more. The Patriots were listed at 85 overall but there was no way their starting lineup was better than mine. My team doesn't have a single starter rated under 80. They had quite a few 70s guys and then wasted guys like a 3rd DT rated at 88.
AJ Green set the receiving record with 1946 yards. Super stud! Can't believe how much he and my rookie QB have improved my passing game.
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Skip Bayless is such a prick lol. Tom Coughlin retires and he says who cares. The AFC is just garbage right now compared to the NFC.
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Dolphins stats the past year. I think I might boost cpu run block shed to 100 and keep my run blocking at 0 on All-Madden. I will do that for the playoffs. Yes, the blocking sliders SUCK! My OL is good but c'mon. Miller does break some long runs with his 94 speed that helps his average and he usually doesn't do short yardage but over 6 ypc is too much. My rookie QB completion percentage was over 67% I think. Cam Wake had about 1 sack. He did miss at least 4 weeks with an injury but the LE over RE domination is just poor.
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Defence
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Coach Stats
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jaymo76
01-13-2013, 11:43 AM
Rudy, ince you won a Super Bowl you may have a better chance of getting re-hired? When Mike Smith was forced to retire the cpu said he was a good but not great coach and that's what held him back. I don't know as he was a level three but it's just a thought???
Rudy, ince you won a Super Bowl you may have a better chance of getting re-hired? When Mike Smith was forced to retire the cpu said he was a good but not great coach and that's what held him back. I don't know as he was a level three but it's just a thought???
I hope so. I've won two of them now!
jaymo76
01-13-2013, 12:14 PM
I hope so. I've won two of them now!
Two super bowls and meeting all of your goals... I think you will get a job but based on my experiment last night, you never know. Remember that if you want to leave you have to do it immediately after the SB, don't progress to the next week. Also look in schemes at all the open jobs to see if it's a good year with a lot of openings. In the year Smith retired there were five openings. I also noticed Rex Ryan got the job in Tennessee... he was released after year one from the jets so I guess real coaches do come back, just not fake ones.
Good luck!
jaymo76
01-13-2013, 04:44 PM
Back to my offline ccm... I just dropped another game, this time to the Jets. In Furr's first game back he struggled and was injured for the rest of the season with a broken collarbone. I signed McNabb as a depth move backup. My QB situation this year is pretty weak but what hurts more is that I can't echnically change my playbook. I use Landry but it's offensive sets are just to dated with regards to reciever routes.
Now I am 8-4 and heading to KC to take on the 7-5 Chiefs. Pryor is the qb for the rest of the season...
jaymo76
01-13-2013, 06:54 PM
Rudy, could we be any different? You just won your second sb and I am on the verge of beibg out of the playoffs. All of my qb's, and recievers are cold and my secondary has given up 300+ yards in each of the last three games. I just can't play consistent! In the history of madden i have missed the playoffs once and this might be the second year... I am 8-5 and tied with KC now.
I just don't get it... it makes no sense. Normally I kill the cpu but right now I just can't stop the cpu qb's. Weird.
It is weird how that is happening. I swear part of me thinks my CCM has a bug where it's easier than it should be. I can't explain it because I'm not normally a good player. All-madden default usually kicks my ass and now I find it way too easy. At 40 I'm beyond improving like this. Something is off. I tried posting about this on the OS slider forum bit the slider gurus either pimp their sliders or tell me I'm crazy.
jaymo76
01-13-2013, 08:57 PM
It is weird how that is happening. I swear part of me thinks my CCM has a bug where it's easier than it should be. I can't explain it because I'm not normally a good player. All-madden default usually kicks my ass and now I find it way too easy. At 40 I'm beyond improving like this. Something is off. I tried posting about this on the OS slider forum bit the slider gurus either pimp their sliders or tell me I'm crazy.
I have tried both of your sliders for all pro and all madden. I find them very good at both levels and frankly I don't think i could go 15-1 with either of them. Usually most madden seasons I will have between 2-4 losses and pretty much always am in the top 3 in the conference. Maybe ratings do actually mean more in Madden 13??? Your talent pool is probably a lot stronger than the Raiders. I blame most of my issues this year on my qb struggles.
Well the Tannehill to Braylon Edwards combo was not very scary. Talent is certainly part of the equation which is one reason why I want to switch teams and see how I'll do.
Just beat the Patriots in an epic playoff game. Was down a lot through this game. 17-7, then 24-21, then 31-28 with two minutes to go. Tied it up to send it to OT. They get a FG, I get a FG. Then I get a stop and get a FG to win it with no time left in OT. AJ Green was a monster catching 21 balls for 277 yards and 3 TDs. Skip Bayless tweets "you think in the defensive huddle someone should have said we should cover AJ Green?". I love Skip's tweets. Of course AJ wrecked his shoulder at the end of the game and is out three weeks. Going to have to try and win it without him. We both had nearly 500 yards in offense. My running game didn't do much so I was passing most of the time. Lamar Miller was only 15-47.
jaymo76
01-14-2013, 07:08 PM
Monster win for me last night. I played Denver who thumped me earlier in the season. This time we pulled out a nail biter win 32-27. My FA db Houston, who I paid big bucks for finally stepped up and got me two pics (though i should mention that I moved the int slider back to 20 as it was originally at 10 and i read that the int slider helps a lot with coverage), one of which was a pick six.
However, KC also won their game so we are still tied. Based on the standings if I win out I win the AFC West but if I lose one game i will most likely miss the playoffs. I have Baltimore at home and then i end the season with Miami in miami and I get to see how Palmer plays for another team. Baltimore is leading its division while Miami is worst in the league at 2-12.
jaymo76
01-14-2013, 07:14 PM
Oh i completely forgot to mention... I am desperate at QB to the point that I signed Donovan McNabb and he actually led the comeback for me versus Denver. His accuracy attributes are identical to Pryor but there is a good chance that McNabb may lead us in the playoffs if we make it. McNabb is my fourth QB to play this season... McFadden broke 1500 yards and he is the reason why we have a winning record!!!
McNabb - how fat is he in the game lol? He gained a ton of weight over his career.
I face the Saints in the Superbowl after beating the Bengals. One thing I noticed about my generated coach on the sideline - I have two highlights in my hair. I think the game puts a highlight for every Superbowl victory. I don't know this for sure but I think so.
jaymo76
01-15-2013, 08:22 PM
I face the Saints in the Superbowl after beating the Bengals. One thing I noticed about my generated coach on the sideline - I have two highlights in my hair. I think the game puts a highlight for every Superbowl victory. I don't know this for sure but I think so.
Really??? That's very interesting to hear.
jaymo76
01-15-2013, 08:24 PM
Last night i had a huge win over the Ravens 29-14. However, the Chiefs beat the Packers so we are still both 10-5. The wildcard race has three other teams at 10-5 and one at 9-6. This is coming down to the wire. Our last game is versus the Dolphins... if we win we are in. Also, based on the standings if we win and the Pats and Ravens lose we win the conference. What a race!
I wonder how Tannehill is in your franchise. Who is their RB?
jaymo76
01-16-2013, 07:29 PM
I know Tannehill is third string behind Palmer and Campbell. I will have to check but I believe that Ryan Grant is the starting rb. If I get a chance to play tonight I will let you know but it probably won't be until tomorrow or friday night.
I was winning 28-13 halfway through the 3rd and I shut it off. I've been reading that higher speed thresholds help the CPU cover the curl routes better. I always liked the lower thresholds in the past because I hate seeing fast players get caught from behind. But the lower thresholds also have less player momentum which I don't like. I'm going to use this Superbowl to test out some things before I quit my job, especially if some of the CPU coverage issues are just broken. If the cpu would just play more man coverage things would be a lot better. They need to mix up their defensive play calls more.
There are just many similar looks the CPU gives you that allow you to automatically complete certain routes. I'm going to drop user QB accuracy to help out.
jaymo76
01-17-2013, 11:26 PM
Rudy, the Dolphins have Forsett, Bush, and an unknown draft pick at rb. The lead wr is Johnny Knox. The Miami D is in a 4-3 and ranked 32nd in the league. The offense isnt much better... #31. Palmer is the only qb on the team to throw a pass all year???
jaymo76
01-17-2013, 11:39 PM
I finished off the season tonight with a 20-17 win over Miami. What a terrible game!!! So i end the season 11-5 and even though the Pats are 11-4-1 I win the conference??? There is something wrong there... Anyways, the Chiefs also won out and they get a wildcard at 11-5. Chiefs will play the Ravens and the Bills will play the Colts in the Wildcard. I beat all of those teams except the Colts (didn't play them) so I am good win anyone.
Around the league, the Titans fired Munchak and the Skins fired Shannahan. Shurmur (cle) and Wisenhunt were also let go. For the second year in a row, McFadden has won the rushing title. Stafford set a new record with 5,557 passing yards.
jaymo76
01-17-2013, 11:46 PM
So in the divisional round I am hosting... the Ravens. They shocked KC in the wildcard round. Rice will be out for another week so it's all on Flacco. In the other AFC matchup the Colts travel to New England. Having Pryor lead the team is scary... McFadden needs to take the team on his back but Pryor has to step up!
Well I decided I will stick with Miami one more year after the Superbowl. I don't know how much more I will play Madden as the baseball games and Tomb Raider comes out first week of March. I'm invested in this Dolphins team and love my young QB. What I am planning on doing is blowing up my defense and switching to a 3-4. I will move Cam Wake and then try to fill out my LBs in free agency and the draft. The 3-4 is more enjoyable to use and I prefer it in real life as well. Sean Smith at CB will probably be a cap casualty. He makes too much money and I don't really need him at the moment.
In 4 years I've seen my QB get hurt once. I think I've seen one OL get hurt and that's because he picked up a fumble. The injury system is still far too dependent on guys with the ball getting tackled and especially the defensive tacklers. Contact away from the ball never results in an injury.
jaymo76
01-18-2013, 10:39 PM
Well I decided I will stick with Miami one more year after the Superbowl. I don't know how much more I will play Madden as the baseball games and Tomb Raider comes out first week of March. I'm invested in this Dolphins team and love my young QB. What I am planning on doing is blowing up my defense and switching to a 3-4. I will move Cam Wake and then try to fill out my LBs in free agency and the draft. The 3-4 is more enjoyable to use and I prefer it in real life as well. Sean Smith at CB will probably be a cap casualty. He makes too much money and I don't really need him at the moment.
In 4 years I've seen my QB get hurt once. I think I've seen one OL get hurt and that's because he picked up a fumble. The injury system is still far too dependent on guys with the ball getting tackled and especially the defensive tacklers. Contact away from the ball never results in an injury.
Oh no Rudy, now I will be posting alone in the madden section :D I agree that it's hard to play as a different team and you do truly get attached to your players. Personally I want to see if I can turn Furr into a superstar at QB. I also want to see if I can get McFadden into the hall of fame.
For me I will probably be playing Madden until the summer... BUT... SIM CITY comes out March 5th so I guess we will see what happens.
I beat New Orleans 36-31 in a game where I trailed 9-6 at halftime and 24-23 at the start of the 4th. Bree's didnt play well but they were running all over me. New Orleans actually showed me different coverages and confused me a bit. The Pre-snap reads weren't always accurate.
I am truly torn about staying or going. I only know that I want to run a 3-4 next year. I haven't done any scouting yet as I'm not sure what team I will have and what needs I might have. I haven't accepted my level increase at the end of the year. Should I decline and then quit my job? Decisions, decisions. I'm actually leaning towards moving on right now for a better challenge.
jaymo76
01-19-2013, 12:10 PM
I beat New Orleans 36-31 in a game where I trailed 9-6 at halftime and 24-23 at the start of the 4th. Bree's didnt play well but they were running all over me. New Orleans actually showed me different coverages and confused me a bit. The Pre-snap reads weren't always accurate.
I am truly torn about staying or going. I only know that I want to run a 3-4 next year. I haven't done any scouting yet as I'm not sure what team I will have and what needs I might have. I haven't accepted my level increase at the end of the year. Should I decline and then quit my job? Decisions, decisions. I'm actually leaning towards moving on right now for a better challenge.
Before declining I would check the team schemes to see all of the teams that have fired their coach. If you don't like any of the openings then you could choose to stay in Miami.
jaymo76
01-19-2013, 12:18 PM
I have made it to my first SB. I will be playing the Giants who upset the 1 seed Detroit Lions. For me in the 2nd round I defeated Baltimore 23-13. I then took on the Colts in the conference championship and won 23-0. Sometime this game drives me nuts. The Colts were 10-6 but only a 72 ovr. During the game I held Luck to 55 yards. He was 7-22 in passing with 1 int. They ran the ball for -22 yards total. This was the conference championship game??? Really??? It felt more like preseason.
I lost Heyward-Bay, Streater, and McFadden to injury but McFadden may be back for the SB. However, Goodson carried the ball 24 times for 200+ yards (two runs over 43 yards) so we may be okay. I will get the SB in tonight after the kids go to sleep. However, the wife will be annoyed as I have every intention of staying up really late to do free agency and the draft!
The wife WILL be annoyed since that offseason stuff takes a long time lol! Good luck in the Superbowl!
I demanded my release and then the game said I had to retire. I guess 3 Superbowls wasn't good enough? Going to try it again and take my extension first then quit. Peyton finally retired.
There were 6 openings with the Chiefs being the most challenging. Raiders were also available. I did see Von Miller getting hit with the franchise tag.
Edit - forced to retire either way. Looks like I'm back at Miami!
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jaymo76
01-19-2013, 04:54 PM
I demanded my release and then the game said I had to retire. I guess 3 Superbowls wasn't good enough? Going to try it again and take my extension first then quit. Peyton finally retired.
There were 6 openings with the Chiefs being the most challenging. Raiders were also available. I did see Von Miller getting hit with the franchise tag.
Edit - forced to retire either way. Looks like I'm back at Miami!
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That is just ridiculous. I wonder if it is another broken feature? Speaking of broken... the kids took a nap so I figured I would play the Super Bowl. Star of the fourth quarter and I am up 7-3. Pryor is trash so I am going to pull him. I go to the pause menu and the game freezes!!!!!!!!!!!! I am about to lose my mind right now. One again I would like to thank Tiburon for their committment to in game saves :(
I am very paranoid about pausing the game now. I had read the last patch caused more freezes and I agree. Twice my game froze when going to the depth chart. Now when I pause I make sure it's not when a cut scene starts and I give the game a lot of time between button presses. I wasn't sure if it was my PS3 or Madden but my money is on Madden.
One thing I wish the game would do is update ALL injuries that happen. I'd like to know how bad the CPU guys are hurt too.
jaymo76
01-19-2013, 10:41 PM
I am very paranoid about pausing the game now. I had read the last patch caused more freezes and I agree. Twice my game froze when going to the depth chart. Now when I pause I make sure it's not when a cut scene starts and I give the game a lot of time between button presses. I wasn't sure if it was my PS3 or Madden but my money is on Madden.
One thing I wish the game would do is update ALL injuries that happen. I'd like to know how bad the CPU guys are hurt too.
Agreed on all fronts. Another thing that I would like to see better worked into the game is the hot/cold streaks. Without pausing, there should be a better way to find out what is happening.
jaymo76
01-20-2013, 12:55 AM
Attempt two about to begin. It is interesting to see a different intro, different cut scenes, a different fly over, different commentary etc. to start the game. Clearly no two Super Bowls are meant to feel the same.
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