NCAA Football General Discussion Thread

Twigg4075 · Jul 20, 2011

I could've sworn I saw a download/upload playbook option but maybe I was half asleep and imagining it? You guys play a lot more than I do so I would think you would know.

Blade · Jul 20, 2011

Nevermind said:
You play the offensive plays as an OC.

Hmmm.......I might actually give this a shot then....

DoubleDeuce · Jul 20, 2011

I'm convinced that sometimes the AI makes it impossible to win. Everything goes the other team's way, and nothing goes your way.

Fucking irritating.

Blade · Jul 21, 2011

Ok couple things....

1) Anyone know of a playbook with quick pass plays and options plays mixed in?

2) Has anyone completed a successful direction punt in this game?

Garrett67 · Jul 21, 2011

What sliders (if any) are you guys using?

I might try these

http://www.operationsports.com/foru...93526-mkharsh33-varsity-slow-speed-8-min.html

Garrett67 · Jul 21, 2011

JayRock said:
[size=+1]ACE[/size]

Big Wing

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE TE QB WR HB

I have 3 Runs in this formation. 2 Dives and a power with a pulling guard.

There are 4 passes. All standard, and one PA that mimicis the power run.

Bunch Base

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE QB FB WR HB

I have 4 runs in this formation. A power toss, counter, quick pitch, and HB Slash.

There are 7 passes. 1 is PA with the others being standard passes.

Twin TE Slot

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE WR QB TE HB

3 running plays here. A dive, a HB Slam, and a Stretch. I love running the stretch toward the strong side with this formation.

There are 6 passes. 2 of these are PA. I really like this formation in 3rd and short. I like the confidence of giving it to the TE to rumble for a first if I throw or hand it to the HB on a stretch.

Y-Trips

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE QB WR WR HB

5 Runs in this formation. 3 Dives, a Power, and a Toss.

7 Passes. Only 1 PA that mimics the power.

[size=+1]FLEXBONE[/size]

Normal

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT WR HB QB HB FB

I have nearly this entire formation's plays in the book. Other than gimmick plays, at least.

[size=+1]I FORMATION[/size]

Twin TE Strg

Code:

WR LT LG CN RT TE QB TE FB HB

Another formation I like to run to the strong side. 7 Runs here.

3 Passes, only 1 PA.

[size=+1]MARYLAND I[/size]

Heavy

Code:

TE LT LG CN RG RT TE QB FB FB HB

I have all of the plays from this formation in exept one pass, a PA to the FB.

[size=+1]PISTOL[/size]

Full House (Diamond)

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT WR FB QB FB HB

I absolutely adore running out of this formation. I have every play here except one pass. It does a great job of keeping teams off balance, especially users.

Slot

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE WR WR QB HB

5 Runs in this formation. Counter, Strong Power (my favorite run from the pistol), Dive, Draw, and Read Option.

6 Passes, only 1 PA.

Spread

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT WR WR WR QB HB

One of my favorite passing formations from this book. 20 Passes, only 5 runs.

I also use this late in games for a HB draw to catch them off guard if I'm trying to come back and passing.

Strong Slot

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT WR WR QB FB HB

Very easy formation to run from. Plus I love the triple option from it. Easy to recognize by users so they are thinking run, but there are 8 passes in here for me.

Train

Code:

LT LG CN RG RT TE WR TE HB QB HB

Only 4 plays from this formation. 2 Passes. I love running the power option from this formation, and the stretch going away from the lead HB confuses users.

Y-Trips

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE WR WR QB HB

I like passing from this formation, but the runs are more effective than I originally expected them to be. Runs to the right in this formation are great.

[size=+1]POWER I[/size]

Strong

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE QB FB FB HB

All running plays from this form, and its one of my most effective formations. People know run is coming in this, but they cannot stop two FBs leading the way.

[size=+1]SHOTGUN[/size]

Split Slot

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT WR WR HB QB FB

Love running right from this formation. Also I like the routes ran by the receivers from this form. All in all, 6 runs, 12 passes.

Normal

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE WR WR QB HB

Always one of my favorite formations in the game. I love slants from this form, and running seems easiest from here as well. 9 Runs, 10 Passes. All useful.

Normal HB WK

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE WR WR HB QB

Same as Normal, but HB moved to the other side. I only run 2 plays from this, mostly because the run is now to the strong side (with the TE).

Normal Y-Flex

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE WR WR QB HB

Same as Normal, but with the TE in the slot. Again, I like the confidence of the TE in the slot running drags. Almost never run from this formation.

Gator Heavy

Code:

TE LT LG CN RG RT TE WR FB FB QB

I don't like running this formation often, but I do like to run the wildcat from it. If I need a few inches, I might use it. All passes and runs in, just in case.

Wildcat

Code:

LT LG CN RG RT TE WR HB FB QB HB

Almost never use this formation, unless on the goal line. Only 3 plays in here, all runs.

Y-Trips

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE WR WR QB HB

I love, love, love passing from this formation. When I need to pass (end of halves), I primarily start from this formation. I run 9 pass plays from here, and I love all of them.

Only 4 runs, but usually they aren't used unless as a surprise play after a flurry of passes.

Trey Open

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE WR WR HB QB

One of my favorite shotgun running formations. Sweeps with the HB are extremely useful because of the edge that can be sealed off by the trips, esp. with the TE.

5 Wide Trio

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT WR WR WR WR QB

All passes from here, minus a Jet Sweep and a QB Power to keep them honest.

[size=+1]STRONG I[/size]

H Twins

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE WR QB FB HB

Another one of my favorite running formations, every play is in here.

Twin TE

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE QB TE FB HB

Even easier to run from with the two TEs lined up right. 6 Runs from this form, 0 passes. Yeah it's that good.

[size=+1]WEAK I[/size]

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE QB TE FB HB

A more balanced style, with the FB toward the weak side. Keeps defenses off balance with the amount of lead blockers evened out. I like running right from this form.

I have all 8 runs and 8/9 passes here.

[size=+1]WISHBONE[/size]

Code:

WR LT LG CN RG RT TE QB FB HB HB

I don't use this form often except when trying to eat clock. I love every play in here though, for that reason. When they know the runs coming, there are 12 variations of run from this form. Hard to stop.

Spoilered for size.

If you have any questions regarding plays in each formation or anything for that matter, let me know!

Thought you had a picture of my penis... scared me for a minute

Irish · Jul 21, 2011

This where I stand on Sliders and Difficulties.

Default Heisman. Played one season, won every game, never threatened to lose. Boring.

OS's Varsity sliders. Played one season, won every game, most games finished with me around 35 points and the CPU around 21. Lack of user interceptions(a lot of drops no matter how good of a position). Probably played the best game so far, everything felt fluid and realistic.

OS's SECElite AA sliders. 9 games into the season, winning every game. Games are a lot closer and I have actually had to come from behind to win some. But while these games are fun and exciting, there is rarely any blowouts, or feeling of being dominated. A severe lack of different kind of games. Only close ones no matter who you face.

I have played every season with ND(averages - Offense B+, Defense B, Overall B+.) Now ND doesn't have the toughest schedule but I would like the few A teams I play in the first two years(MSU,Stanford,USC,Oklahoma,Florida,Michigan) to actually maybe beat me or blow me out. So I am still searching for some sliders where the CPU just plays smarter without being cheap. I have no problem losing a game, as long as I wasn't cheated. I hope to lose at least 5 in two years. Going undefeated every year is no fun.

RyanLeaf16 · Jul 21, 2011

Garrett67 said:
Thought you had a picture of my penis... scared me for a minute

I lol'd.

DDRGuido · Jul 21, 2011

4th and 2 with :16 left on my own 37 No timeouts vs Rudi

http://www.easports.com/media/play/video/82895041

Kurt Cobain · Jul 21, 2011

This game has to be one of the glitchiest pieces of shit EA has put out in awhile.

calgaryballer · Jul 21, 2011

I wish my Idaho line gave me that protection

Bmore · Jul 21, 2011

I've noticed in the last 3-4 days, they've fixed a lot of the OD problems I was having.

Kinda making this game addicting... :shifty:

Blade · Jul 21, 2011

So I guess everyone is able to do a direction punt but me?

spiker · Jul 21, 2011

Blade said:
So I guess everyone is able to do a direction punt but me?

Not sure what you mean? You have to flick the right stick in the direction you want to punt if that's what you're saying.

RyanLeaf16 · Jul 21, 2011

For anyone having trouble with passing on AA or Heisman. Directional passing is a MUST this year. In year's past it was available, but, you didn't really have to use it. I read somewhere last night that you had to utilize it this year to be effective.

I just played a half. Boise State (me) @ Georgia. I was up 14-0 at half. Kellen Moore was 11-17, 152, 2 TD, 0 INT in the first half. All directional passing. Even had a sweet sideline grab thanks to placing the ball just out of reach of the CB. Try it and you will likely start having more success passing.

spiker · Jul 21, 2011

RyanLeaf16 said:
For anyone having trouble with passing on AA or Heisman. Directional passing is a MUST this year. In year's past it was available, but, you didn't really have to use it. I read somewhere last night that you had to utilize it this year to be effective.

I just played a half. Boise State (me) @ Georgia. I was up 14-0 at half. Kellen Moore was 11-17, 152, 2 TD, 0 INT in the first half. All directional passing. Even had a sweet sideline grab thanks to placing the ball just out of reach of the CB. Try it and you will likely start having more success passing.

I am having problems throwing the ball this year. The routes that were open for me last year are getting jumped, especially by super LBs. Aside from leading a WR on a fly route, I've never really had to use directional passing. When a guy is open, he's open. I will try directional passing because it can't hurt to try I guess.

RyanLeaf16 · Jul 21, 2011

spiker said:
I am having problems throwing the ball this year. The routes that were open for me last year are getting jumped, especially by super LBs. Aside from leading a WR on a fly route, I've never really had to use directional passing. When a guy is open, he's open. I will try directional passing because it can't hurt to try I guess.

I can give you an example of how it has helped me. When passing over the middle people have complained about "Super LBs" jumping up and swatting the ball. When I hit up on the stick, it lofts the ball and drops it in over the coverage.

On a hitch route, I pull down on the stick and the ball is thrown at the WRs feet and isn't open for an INT or swat. It's worked wonders for me in just a half. You still have to make the right reads and find the passing windows. Obviously, I use left and right to lead the receiver which also helps if you see a LB or safety ready to blow up your receiver. You can lead him or throw behind him so that he makes the catch while falling to the ground and is susceptible to a drop after a monster hit.

I don't know what you do for each pass play, but, I always identify the coverage (i.e. Cover 1, Cover 2, Cover 3, Cover 4, Man, Cover 6, etc.) After I do that, I identify, based off the routes who is likely to be open based off the defense and select that player as my #1 read - regardless of what the play art says. Then, if I don't like any routes against that defense, I hot route a player to a favorable route or just call TO and pick a new play.

spiker · Jul 21, 2011

RyanLeaf16 said:
I can give you an example of how it has helped me. When passing over the middle people have complained about "Super LBs" jumping up and swatting the ball. When I hit up on the stick, it lofts the ball and drops it in over the coverage.

On a hitch route, I pull down on the stick and the ball is thrown at the WRs feet and isn't open for an INT or swat. It's worked wonders for me in just a half. You still have to make the right reads and find the passing windows. Obviously, I use left and right to lead the receiver which also helps if you see a LB or safety ready to blow up your receiver. You can lead him or throw behind him so that he makes the catch while falling to the ground and is susceptible to a drop after a monster hit.

I don't know what you do for each pass play, but, I always identify the coverage (i.e. Cover 1, Cover 2, Cover 3, Cover 4, Man, Cover 6, etc.) After I do that, I identify, based off the routes who is likely to be open based off the defense and select that player as my #1 read - regardless of what the play art says. Then, if I don't like any routes against that defense, I hot route a player to a favorable route or just call TO and pick a new play.

As far as throwing the ball over super LBs in the intermediate range, are you just hitting up or are you lofting it a little too? I find if I don't rocket the ball in there, the safety has time to make a play and usually will. When I do fire a rocket in there, the ball is thrown too low and the LB can make a play.

My pre-snap read for a passing play is simply man or zone. From there, I will make my adjustments to beat whatever the coverage is.

Herm · Jul 21, 2011

Ive used directional passing since its invention. I assumed everyone took advantage of this. Slants, outs, and things of that nature why would you just press the pass button when you can influence where its going to go.

RyanLeaf16 · Jul 21, 2011

spiker said:
As far as throwing the ball over super LBs in the intermediate range, are you just hitting up or are you lofting it a little too? I find if I don't rocket the ball in there, the safety has time to make a play and usually will. When I do fire a rocket in there, the ball is thrown too low and the LB can make a play.

My pre-snap read for a passing play is simply man or zone. From there, I will make my adjustments to beat whatever the coverage is.

I've never really paid attention to that. It is sort of a simple reaction. I would say I am just pressing the button. Certainly not holding it down, but, not tapping it either.

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