NFL or Madden?

[Blue12]

Both watching football and playing Madden has been a part of my life as long as I can remember. When I was in elementary school, most was into Power Rangers and WWE wrestling. I was into sports.

I couldn't imagine Fall without football. It brings me together with my family, friends, and coworkers.

As I get older, playing Madden is a little different. Having a family means less time to play, but I actually think I enjoy it even more when I do.

[AaronS444]

Watching the NFL makes me wish there was a great football sim to play.

[Sheba2011]

I have watched and played football since I learned to walk so football has always been part of my blood (same with hockey). When we were younger we threw the ball around in the street pretending we were Joe Montana throwing to Jerry Rice. Now that I am older video games let me live out those dreams.

[alichu]

Quote: Originally Posted by Beardown

My desire to play Madden is entirely from my love of the NFL. I guess this poll may hinge on age, I am 46 and was watching football a long time before Madden was around. I do play Madden year round and not just when it is football season but that too is because it is a way for me to still be involved with the NFL when the season is over.

Same here.... Oh and ummmm BEARDOWN!

[hitro]

Madden came first for me - 2001 on the PS1. That game got me into the NFL and I started following it properly from 05 onwards.

I'm really only an NFL fan these days as the modern Maddens frustrate me.

[ThatMichiganFan]

Watching NFL games makes me want to play Madden. I'm a Cowboys fan so after watching the Cowboys lose I always want to play Madden and try to make the Cowboys good.

Can't wait for Madden 15. Already Pre-Ordered Ultimate Edition!

[ForUntoOblivionSoar∞]

I voted finally for the second option, but let me clear: watching the NFL makes me want to do something NFL related. It just so happens that Madden is the only NFL game. If it weren't, I could want to play any NFL game after watching the NFL.

Also obviously going outside and playing football, etc.

Quote: Originally Posted by AaronS444

Watching the NFL makes me wish there was a great football sim to play.

This is harsh but man it gets to the heart of the matter. Madden is just a brand; it's just a game. What we crave is the National Football League.