Whatever Happened to the Patriot Way - A Madden NFL 25 New England Patriots CFM

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Matchup Preview *|* December 15, 2016
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New England Patriots (8-5, 3-3 Away)		Miami Dolphins (3-10, 1-5 Home)
Offensive Stats Comparison 5413 (1st) Total Offensive Yards 5372 (23rd) 3316 (7th) Passing Yards 2720 (16th) 2097 (4th) Rushing Yards 1255 (20th) 29.1 (1st) Points Per Game 14.2 (28th) 23 (Tied - 1st) Passing TD 6 (Tied - 30th) 14 (Tied - 5th) Rushing TD 6 (Tied - 24th) 274 (1st) First Downs 205 (18th) 53 (1st) Red Zone Attempts 27 (Tied - 25th) 31-18 Red Zone TD-FG 8-8 92% (1st) Red Zone Percentage 59% (32nd) Defensive Stats Comparison 4532 (23rd) Total Yards Allowed 4425 (17th) 3732 (32nd) Passing Yards Allowed 2853 (18th) 800 (1st) Rushing Yards Allowed 1572 (19th Points Per Game 40 (4th) Sacks 22 (Tied - 15th) 7 (11th) Fumble Recoveries 6 (Tied - 12th) 24 (1st) Interceptions 7 (Tied - 25th) 33 (Tied - 11th) Red Zone Attempts 33 (Tied - 11th) 19-8 Red Zone TD-FG 15-8 81% (Tied - 25th) Red Zone Percentage 69% (Tied - 5th) Injury Report R. Gronkowski/ Shoulder Tear (Out 2 Weeks) M. Wallace/ Broken Thumb (Out 1 Week) B. Grimes/ Broken Fibula (On IR) Game Notes Both teams will be without key players as Rob Gronkowski is still inactive with a shoulder injury and Brent Grimes was placed on injured reserve after last Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. While this game favors the New England Patriots much like last weeks game against the Cleveland Browns, stats don't determine the outcome of games. If the Miami Dolphins hope to upset the Patriots, they'll have to rely on their red zone defense in order to win.

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Quote: Originally Posted by patriotway

I started with charter04's slider set as a base and made slight tweaks to it. I also use the penalty slider theory from this website http://www.maddentips.com/forums/sho...ADDEN)-Sliders. I could post my sliders in the slider forum or put them on the Xbox 360 file share if you want to give them a try.

You should definitely post them in the sliders forum! Is this on 360 or One? Just curious.

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Quote: Originally Posted by stormchaserck19

You should definitely post them in the sliders forum! Is this on 360 or One? Just curious.

I would post them there, but my sliders aren't as refined as I'd like them to be. The running game is something that I can't get balanced yet. My running game is great while the CPU's is awful. I still might put them in the slider forum and make changes there as I go along in my CFM.

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New England Patriots at Miami Dolphins
Dec 15, 2013	1ST	2ND	3RD	4TH	SCORE
New England Patriots (9-5)	14	10	3	21	48
Miami Dolphins (3-11)	3	9	7	0	19

Team Stats Comparison
	NWE	MIA
Total Offense	527	251
Rushing Yards	200	49
Passing Yards	327	202
First Downs	31	11
Punt Return Yards	19	5
Kick Return Yards	156	109
Total Yards	702	365
Turnovers	2(+2)	4(-2)
3rd Down Converstion	11-16(68%)	2-12(16%)
4th Down Conversion	0-0(0%)	0-0(0%)
2-Point Conversion	0-0(0%)	0-0(0%)
Red Zone Touchdowns/Field Goals	7/6	2/2
Penalties	5-55	7-77
Posession Time	39:47	20:13

Scoring Summary
FIRST QUARTER SCORING		NWE	MIA
12:01	(NWE) J. Develin 1 Yd pass from T. Brady (S. Gostkowski kick)	7	0
6:46	(NWE) A. Dobson 27 Yd pass from T. Brady (S. Gostkowski kick)	14	0
2:20	(MIA) C. Sturgis, 36 Yd FG	14	3
SECOND QUARTER SCORING		NWE	MIA
10:04	(MIA) C. Sturgis, 37 Yd Fg	14	6
8:54	(NWE) S. Ridley, 4 Yd run (S. Gostkowski kick)	21	6
6:33	(MIA) C. Sturgis, 44 Yd FG	21	9
2:17	(NWE) S. Gostkowski, 25 YD FG	24	9
0:27	(MIA) C. Sturgis, 47 Yd FG	24	12
THIRD QUARTER SCORING		NWE	MIA
10:07	(NWE) S. Gostkowski, 37 Yd FG	27	12
6:17	(MIA) C. Clay 9 Yd pass from R. Tannehill (C. Sturgis kick)	27	19
FOURTH QUARTER SCORING		NWE	MIA
14:11	(NWE) K. Thompkins 32 Yd pass from T. Brady (S. Gostkowski kick)	34	19
9:31	(NWE) L. Blount, 2 Yd run (S. Gotkowski kick)	41	19
4:45	(NWE) S. Ridley, 8 Yd run (S. Gostkowski kick)	48	19

New England Patriots PASSING C/A YDS TD INT T. Brady 30/43(69%) 345 3 1 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD S. Ridley 18 91 5.0 2 L. Blount 15 59 3.9 1 S. Vereen 4 35 8.7 0 B. Bolden 3 19 6.3 0 T. Brady 2 -4 -2.0 0 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD D. Amendola 10 121 12.1 0 M. Hoomanawanui 6 89 14.8 0 K. Thompkins 4 51 12.7 1 S. Vereen 4 37 9.2 0 A. Dobson 2 27 13.5 1 S. Ridley 2 7 3.5 0 M. Mulligan 1 12 12.0 0 J. Develin 1 1 1.0 1 BLOCKING PANCAKE SACK R. Wendell 1 1 L. Mankins 1 0 N. Solder 1 0 DEFENSE T-A SACK INT TD J. Mayo 6-0 0 0 0 V. Wilfork 5-0 1 0 0 B. Spikes 5-0 0 0 0 A. Talib 3-0 0 1 0 K. Arrington 3-0 0 0 0 A. Dennard 3-0 0 0 0 J. Collins 2-0 0 0 0 R. Ninkovich 2-0 0 0 0 S. Gregory 2-0 0 2 0 C. Jones 2-0 0 0 0 C. White 1-0 0 0 0 T. Kelly 1-0 0 0 0 D. Hightower 1-0 0 0 0 N. Ebner 1-0 0 0 0 D. Harmon 1-0 0 0 0 KICKING FG XP PTS LONG S. Gostkowski 2/3 6/6 12 37 PUNTING NO YDS AVG IN20 R. Allen 1 37 37.0 1 KICK RETURN RET YDS AVG TD J. Boyce 6 156 26.0 0 PUNT RETURN RET YDS AVG TD J. Edelman 3 19 6.3 0

Miami Dolphins PASSING C/A YDS TD INT R. Tannehill 20/37(54%) 205 1 3 RUSHING ATT YDS AVG TD L. Miller 8 22 2.7 0 D. Thomas 8 27 3.3 0 RECEIVING REC YDS AVG TD C. Clay 7 82 11.7 1 B. Gibson 4 78 19.5 0 L. Miller 4 4 1.0 0 M. Moore 3 27 9.0 0 R. Matthews 2 14 7.0 0 BLOCKING PANCAKE SACK J. Jerry 0 1 DEFENSE T-A SACK INT TD D. Ellerbe 14-0 0 0 0 J. Taylor 11-0 3 1 0 C. Clemons 7-0 0 0 0 P. Wheeler 7-0 0 0 0 P. Soliai 6-0 0 0 0 R. Jones 6-0 0 0 0 D. Patterson 4-0 0 0 0 N. Carroll 3-0 0 0 0 W. Davis 3-0 0 0 0 C. Wake 3-0 0 0 0 R. Starks 3-0 0 0 0 K. Misi 2-0 0 0 0 D. Jordan 2-0 0 0 0 J. Odrick 1-0 0 0 0 J. Wilson 1-0 0 0 0 KICKING FG XP PTS LONG C. Sturgis 4/4 1/1 13 47 PUNTING NO YDS AVG IN20 B. Fields 4 169 42.2 0 KICK RETURN RET YDS AVG TD L. Miller 1 48 48.0 0 M. Thigpen 3 61 20.3 0 PUNT RETURN RET YDS AVG TD M. Thigpen 1 5 5.0 0

One of two things has happened in the past couple of games with the New England Patriots. Either the team has a very Jekyll and Hyde personality, or they are just choosing which games to play well in. New England fans definitely won't complain after a loss, despite the level of competition it came against.

The Miami Dolphins came into today's game with one of the leagues worst records. Like the Cleveland Browns the week before, Miami featured a lackluster offense and defense. Miami quickly showed how outmatched they were on the first possession of the game when receiver Rishard Matthews fumbled. The fumble was recovered by linebacker Jerod Mayo and from that point on, New England was in control of the game. The turnover led to a one yard touchdown pass from Tom Brady to fullback James Develin. New England scored on their next possession on a 27-yard pass to receiver Aaron Dobson, giving them a 14-0 lead.

Brady threw two touchdown passes in the first quarter, one to Develin and the other to Dobson.

Miami's offense found more consistency in the second quarter, but they were only able to score 9 points. New England added 10 points of their own in the quarter, protecting their lead. Much like last weeks game against Cleveland, New England came up short in their two minute situation at the end of the half. With possession of the ball, New England was moving down the field when Brady threw an interception to rookie Jamar Taylor. This led to Miami kicking their fourth field of the game. Despite that, Miami was still down by 12 points with only two quarters of football left to play.

New England's offensive line made rookie cornerback Jamar Taylor look like an all-pro. Taylor recorded three sacks and an interception in the game.

New England received the ball to start the third quarter and the drive immediately produced a score. Miami responded with a score of their own on the ensuing drive on a 9-yard touchdown pass from Ryan Tannehill to tight end Charles Clay. The 8 point deficit was the smallest the Miami had since the first quarter, and it looked like Miami would be competitive. For the second straight game however, kicker Stephen Gostkowski missed a close field goal attempt. The missed field goal did no harm to New England as safety Steve Gregory picked off Tannehill for the second time during the game.

Dolphin's tight end Charles Clay was very effective in the first game against the Patriots and this game was no different. Clay had 7 receptions for 82 yards and a touchdown.

After that, New England shut the door on any hopes of a Miami comeback by scoring 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter. A third touchdown pass by Brady and a rushing touchdown from Stevan Ridley and LeGarrette Blount turned an easy victory into a blowout, the final score 48-19.

An interception by Steve Gregory late in the third quarter led to a touchdown pass to rookie receiver Kenbrell Thompkins early in the fourth.

New England won't see teams like Miami in the playoffs, but a win is a win. As long as this team takes care of it's own business, a playoff spot will be waiting for them. Before that, New England has two more games left in the 2013 regular season against the Baltimore Ravens and the Buffalo Bills. Neither of those teams has an impressive record, but in order to avoid another game like the one against Cleveland, New England will have to stay focused and properly prepare themselves.

Game Ball/Extra Reps

Game Ball
Tom Brady: Brady has a bounce back game, throwing for 345 yards to go with his three touchdown passes.

Receiving Core: The receivers' performance also improved greatly from the last game. Rookies Thompkins and Dobson each have a receiving touchdown.

Stevan Ridley/LeGarrette Blount: Both Ridley and Blount find the end zone and are able to produce in the running game.

Extra Reps
Tom Brady/Offensive Line: The fact that Taylor of the Dolphins had three sacks is a sign that Brady and the offensive line need to do a better job communicating and recognizing the defenses formations.


Media Reaction
Robert Flores @RoFloEA: Send me your best comments that sum up the drubbing the Patriots gave to the Dolphins.
Trey Wingo @WingoZEA: There should be a Steven Ridley-branded hammer. No one wants to get in his way #Patriots
Mike Hil @MikeHillEA: This is a football crazed country, so you can't expect the masses to be patient. #hotseat #Dolphins

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Week 15 Summary
Thursday's Games	Hi Passing	Hi Rushing	Hi Receiving
Denver 33, San Diego 0	P. Manning 326	K. Moreno 54	W. Welker 127
Sunday's Games	Hi Passing	Hi Rushing	Hi Receiving
Washington 38, Atlanta 9	M. Ryan 268	A. Morris 161	J. Jones 120
Arizona 27, Tennessee 17	C. Palmer 289	S. Greene 76	L. Fitzgerald 145
Tampa Bay 35, San Francisco 16	J. Freeman 197	K. Hunter 75	M. Crabtree 86
New Orleans 24, St. Louis 10	D. Brees 224	P. Thomas 92	R. Meacham 74
Seattle 10, NY Giants 7	E. Manning 285	R. Turbin 153	D. Wilson 70
Chicago 34, Cleveland 20	B.Weeden 247	M. Forte 120	J. Gordon 82
Indianapolis 34, Houston 28	M. Schaub 293	T. Richardson 162	R. Wayne 119
Jacksonville 16, Buffalo 13	J. Tuel 252	M. Jones-Drew 160	S. Johnson 85
New England 48, Miami 19	T. Brady 345	S. Ridley 91	D. Amendola 121
Minnesota 37, Philadelphia 23	C. Ponder 202	L. McCoy 136	G. Jennings 90
Kansas City 15, Oakland 7	C. Daniel 270	J. Charles 133	D. Avery 111
NY Jets 21, Carolina 14	C. Newton 204	B. Powell 88	D. Williams 52
Green Bay 16, Dallas 14	A. Rodgers 282	D. Murray 89	R. Cobb 106
Pittsburgh 17, Cincinnati 10	B. Roethlisberger 180	B. Green-Ellis 55	A.J. Green 73
Monday's Games	Hi Passing	Hi Rushing	Hi Receiving
Baltimore 21, Detroit 13	M. Stafford 234	R. Rice 111	C. Johnson 82
BYE WEEKS: None

Media Reaction
Adam Schefter @AdamSchefterEA: Panthers couldn't stop a nosebleed today, and no way they were stopping the Jets from winning.
Ross Tucker @RossTuckerEA: It's always the rule: protect home field. Minnesota did that.
Matt Miller @MattMillerEA: Indianapolis sent their fans home happy.
Susannah Collins @SCollinsEA: Everybody appreciates a tight football game because then every play matters! #Cowboys #Packers
Chris Mortensen @mortreportEA: A solid, hotly contested win for the Seahawks against the Giants.
Mark Schlereth @MarkSchlerethEA: Robert Turbin's sustained run attack wore the defense out, and the Seahawks ran away with the win.
Skip Bayless @SkipBaylessEA: After the first TD, Eagles failed to notice G. Jennings was going to be the target all day.
Donny Moore @Donny_Moore: Two things are certain this wk.. 1) J. Taylor is not playing like a rook 2) Somebody getting some Madden Ratings love in the #RosterUpdate

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Cincinnati Bengals
C. Boling (G) - Pulled Groin - 3 Weeks


Cleveland Browns
J. Thomas (T) - Shoulder Tear - 4 Weeks
G. Gilkey (G) - Dislocated Elbow - 4 Weeks


Tampa Bay Buccaneers
D. Landri (DT) - Pulled Groin - 4 Weeks
D. Dotson (DT) - Dislocated Elbow - 3 Weeks
J. Casillas (LB) - Dislocated Ankle - 3 Weeks


Arizona Cardinals
J. Abraham (LB) - Abdominal Tear - 3 Weeks


Kansas City Chiefs
M. Devito (DE) - Dislocated Ankle - 7 Weeks


Miami Dolphins
N. Carroll (CB) - Broken Hand - 2 Weeks


Philadelphia Eagles
J. Peters (T) - Abdominal Tear - 4 Weeks


Atlanta Falcons
S. Weatherspoon (LB) - Dislocated Ankle - 6 Weeks
S. Jackson (RB) - Upper Arm Fracture - 5 Weeks


San Francisco 49ers
F. Gore (RB) - Upper Arm Fracture - 7 Weeks
A. Snyder (G) - Broken Toe - 4 Weeks


New York Giants
M. Kuhn (DT) - Shoulder Tear - 3 Weeks


Jacksonville Jaguars
A. Branch (DE) - Broken Tibia - Placed on injured Reserve
B. Deaderick (DT) - Pulled Groin - 3 Weeks


New York Jets
D. Ferguson (T) - Broken Wrist - 7 Weeks


Detroit Lions
L. Warford (G) - Dislocated Hip - 7 Weeks


Carolina Panthers
D. Edwards (DT) - Dislocated Ankle - 7 Weeks


Oakland Raiders
P. Sims (DT) - Torn Tricep - Placed on Injured Reserve
A. Gurode (C) - Upper Arm Fracture - 7 Weeks
M. Bernard (DE) - Hamstring Tear - 6 Weeks


St. Louis Rams
R. Armstrong (LB) - Dislocated Hip - Placed on Injured Reserve
Z. Stacy (RB) - Dislocated Ankle - 3 Weeks
D. Bates (LB) - Knee Cartilage Tear - 3 Weeks
G. Rivers (DE) - Broken Hand - 3 Weeks


New Orleans Saints
Z. Strief (T) - Dislocated Ankle - 3 Weeks
T. Armstead (T) - Pulled Groin - 2 Weeks


Pittsburgh Steelers
F. Velasco (C) - Broken Collarbone - 6 Weeks
G. Warren (LS) - Broken Jaw - 5 Weeks


Minnesota Vikings
C. Johnson (G) - Dislocated Ankle - 6 Weeks

Media Reaction
Adam Schefter @AdamSchefterEA: St. louis outside linebacker Ray ray Armstrong placed on IR.
Chris Mortensen @mortreportEA: Not a lot of enthusiasm around the #Raiders locker room after DT Pat Sims was put on IR.
Skip Bayless @SkipBaylessEA: Not to be cruel, but not sure how much the Jaguars will miss A. Branch now that he's done for the season.

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