Madden 17 kicking meter

[KingV2k3]

I wish they would just keep the kicking interface as simple as possible, but just tie end the result to the actual ratings...

It's gonna s*ck if I miss 'em because I can't master the mechanic and the CPU continues to nail EVERYTHING...

Same thing with punts and kickoffs...

The end result should be less USER driven and more ratings driven, IMHO...

[NYJin2011tm]

An analyst last year said kickers in the NFL have a higher fg% after a timeout than before or if no timeout is called. I know Adam Vinatieri always said he loved the timeouts so he can take his time instead of rushing. I never believed that icing the kicker ever worked.

[Skyboxer]

I like the new system from what I've seen.
I'm assuming kicker ratings do play a part as far as speed of meter and size on the spots to hit...??

I'll take anything over the automatic makes we've had for so long.

[oneamongthefence]

I've also seen where a timeout is called and the kicker makes it and then misses on the subsequent kick. Just like in real life it all comes down to muscle memory which I think this feature is fairly true to life. The only difference is of course is that real life has real life consequences. But since kicking so automatic anyway in Madden I'm always for a mechanic that makes it harder for the user.

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[TheGentlemanGhost]

Quote: Originally Posted by NYJin2011tm

An analyst last year said kickers in the NFL have a higher fg% after a timeout than before or if no timeout is called. I know Adam Vinatieri always said he loved the timeouts so he can take his time instead of rushing. I never believed that icing the kicker ever worked.

Exactly, whenever I've ever heard from a kicker talk about Icing, they either laugh at the idea or talk about how the extra time helps them mentally prepare. I've never heard a kicker actually say they felt affected by it. There's definitely not enough evidence that it affects the kicker to add this feature. I'm hoping it can be turned off like before.

[roadman]

Quote: Originally Posted by TheGentlemanGhost

Exactly, whenever I've ever heard from a kicker talk about Icing, they either laugh at the idea or talk about how the extra time helps them mentally prepare. I've never heard a kicker actually say they felt affected by it. There's definitely not enough evidence that it affects the kicker to add this feature. I'm hoping it can be turned off like before.

Interesting take, and I'll buy it for $200, Alex.

It's all psychological.

NSFW at the end of the article.

http://deadspin.com/5951285/even-if-...ing-the-kicker

[KingV2k3]

Quote: Originally Posted by Skyboxer

I like the new system from what I've seen. I'm assuming kicker ratings do play a part as far as speed of meter and size on the spots to hit...?? I'll take anything over the automatic makes we've had for so long.

I'm okay with a new system, but I hope the CPU's "kick meter" works (?) and implements ratings consistent with the outcome of the HUM player...

The old system was deficient, but at least it was "equal", if that makes sense?

[Cowboy008]

Kicking in 16 was way too easy and I almost never missed a kick so I'm all for changing up the kick meter. It seems the way they have it now your kickers ratings will play more of a part in the meter.