There are some really annoying things in Madden 09!

One of the first things that I've noticed and I'm not sure if anyone else has this problem, is that when I'm, say 3rd and 10, I run the ball get to the first down, then get pushed back 4 yards because the defense grabbed my player and walked him backwards! Now, when it's the CPUs turn at 3 and 10, they pick the same play I did, but this time I have two defenders on the player and he walks past the first down line while my guys hang off of him like he's some sort of juggernaut. He isn't a "weapon" either or I'd expect that.

I also hate the when I'm at 2nd and goal and I go for a run, I press up on the right stick in an attempt barrel through the defense, my player gets hit and falls backwards, away from the in-zone. Now if the CPU tries it, his player falls forward into the in-zone. It's BS at times and causes a lot of frustration. Maybe it's because I haven't played Madden in so long that I just need to learn it all over again, who knows. :?

Another one that really pisses me off is sometimes when my receiver is completely in the clear with only one defender about 10 ft away, my QB will throw the ball directly to the defender! It's insane! Then my receiver stands there like a goon while the interceptor just takes off.

Other then these few things, the game is really solid. I haven't bought a Madden game since 07 (which was released in 06), so this is a HUGE improvement. Actually, who am I kidding, compared to past Madden games I'm lucky this is all I'm having problems with. :)

Why are you running on 3rd and 10...? Lead the receivers (the direction you point the analog stick matters, and with the smart passing system theres no reason for your problem unless you're doing it manually). Use the highlight stick and jukes more and maybe dive for the first down...And on second and goal, tap X to dive over the line into the endzone.uconnhuskies050

Mostly because I suck at passing. My running game is stronger. So like I said, the passing could be my fault, but shouldn't I be able to power throught the line if it's 3rd and inches on the goal line? I know I should probably dive, but I never have luck getting past when diving. Someone usually hits me in the air.:?

Once i throw the ball, i take control of my reciever to make the catches manually. I do have some of the same running issues you mentioned, but not as bad. And nothing that bothers me that much.DZBricktop

It was really just this morning, because last night I didn't have this problem. I was stomping the Bills 34-17 (I think, it was around 5:30a this morning and I was still kinda tired, but I know I won! lol) with the Seahawks in franchise mode and they kept pulling off these BS plays in an attempt to catch up. Maybe because I changed the skill from "My Skill" to "All-Pro"? Which would be strange, because when I took the Madden test almost everything was All-Madden except my pass rushing, it was at All-Pro. I don't know.

[QUOTE="uconnhuskies050"]Why are you running on 3rd and 10...? Lead the receivers (the direction you point the analog stick matters, and with the smart passing system theres no reason for your problem unless you're doing it manually). Use the highlight stick and jukes more and maybe dive for the first down...And on second and goal, tap X to dive over the line into the endzone.EnderSR388

Mostly because I suck at passing. My running game is stronger. So like I said, the passing could be my fault, but shouldn't I be able to power throught the line if it's 3rd and inches on the goal line? I know I should probably dive, but I never have luck getting past when diving. Someone usually hits me in the air.:?

well man seriously, how fun would it be if u wer gauranteed a touchdown every goal line stand, its part of the game, u get knocked back some and barrel through some, if highlight stick was gauranteed to work every time you use it then this game would suck balls, i havent bought this game yet i will next cheque but sounds like the exact same """problems""" as in madden 08

Just out of curiousity, does the O Line block the D Line and linebackers, or do they go straight to the safeties?

In past experience, they go straight to the safeties.

Just out of curiousity, does the O Line block the D Line and linebackers, or do they go straight to the safeties?

In past experience, they go straight to the safeties.

DeathHeart95

Sometimes the O line does what they should and create a hole for my runner. Then other times they just bail and leave me to get nailed at the goal line. I can pick the same play twice and they run it different every time, but that leaves me guessing if I should throw a quick pass or complete the run.

Like I said, maybe it's because I'm getting back into Madden after a long time. I'm not complaining about the game, the game is excellent. These are just some small things that I noticed this morning.