Power backs / running up the middle

[jfsolo]

I love running up the middle with power backs, and hate having to face them. I have a team full of finesse backs right now, and I'm struggling in the running game(3.6 YPC) My backs can't ever seem to shake loose from that backer or safety on the 2nd level. When I have a power back I'm making those guys eat grass.

On defense I have fast LB's with great pursuit skills, but when I face a power back he just discards them like yesterday's newspaper.

For maybe the first time in EA football history I'd rather face the speed back. I've been eating those guys for lunch.

[jdub214]

The balance is good on this game. Speed backs kill when they break loose and Power backs murder defenders when they lower their heads. Whats best is to have a big back (215 - 230lbs) with speed (90 or better) and strength. They can do either.

[ncaa07jones]

Quote: Originally Posted by jdub214

The balance is good on this game. Speed backs kill when they break loose and Power backs murder defenders when they lower their heads. Whats best is to have a big back (215 - 230lbs) with speed (90 or better) and strength. They can do either.

Yea i agree. Whenever I try to run thru the 1,2 holes with my 5'10 185 lb, they always get knocked. In my dynasty I like to recruit 5'10-6'1 190+lbs backers with balanced speed/power. I feel they are the best on the game.