3-3-5 or 4-2-5?

[CcAaRrSsOoNn3]

I usually stick with the 3-3-5.

[SeaOfRed75]

Give me the 4-3 or 3-4 in real life. Both of these are run by dominating D's at the college and pro level.

3-3-5 in real life? Cant think of any D's that run this that have been really good on a consistent basis.

[patsfan1993]

Quote: Originally Posted by xMVPx3

Since youve used the 4-2-5 before I have a quick question, would it be better just to take a team who utilizes the 4-2-5, such as TCU's playbook or go in and customize my own playbook to give multiple looks to my defense

I plan on making a 4-2-5 custom playbook to give a few more looks. There are several plays in the book I don't like so I will use it as an opportunity to add some variables to it. I don't think you can too much depth to the your playcalling options

[aerovt]

Quote: Originally Posted by SeaOfRed75

Give me the 4-3 or 3-4 in real life. Both of these are run by dominating D's at the college and pro level. 3-3-5 in real life? Cant think of any D's that run this that have been really good on a consistent basis.

Agreed. But in game, line play is severely downplayed. I can stick a skinny freshman punter in as my center or guard, and while it might be slightly more difficult to run to that side, I can still pick up yards and I can still get off passes. Line interactions really downplay player ratings in NCAA, and therefore are almost like wasted players on defense

In-game the 3-3-5 is so effective because in general both sides are generally just locked in a stalemate. The DL only get through after repeated spin moves, and real breakthroughs are rare enough that extra linemen dont help that much anyways. Once the RB is past the line, your DL breaks off their blocks super easy anyways, so running up the center isn't that big of an in game issue for the 3-3-5 either.

In NCAA 11 at least, I had the most success with the 3-3-5 because the line interactions in this game basically make it equivalent to running a 4-3-5, so you basically have an extra defender. Again this is all in my experience in game. Maybe was my sliders but they were the only thing that prevented me and my roommate from both scoring 50+ each time we played each other (that and perhaps not drinking while playing... but what fun is that!)

[Skyboxer]

Quote: Originally Posted by xMVPx3

So to succesfully run a 4-2-5 you need the right players and judging by the Boise State vs TCU video, to call the right plays/audibles. Skyboxer what scheme do you use?

3-3-5. And build around it to make sure recruits etc.. fit my scheme.
I think too many times people just try and go for as many high profile 5 stars they can get..then 4 stars etc...
I always go for what suits my style. Of course you want talent but it's a fine line....

[patsfan1993]

3-3-5 in real life? Cant think of any D's that run this that have been really good on a consistent basis.


WVU Defensive Coordinator Jeff Casteel would like to have a word with you.

[wepr3]

Interesting. I've never used anything besides the 4-3, mainly out of habit.
Several of you have mentioned that you must recruit for your scheme: can you give me a dummy's guide as to what that looks like for 4-2-5 and 3-3-5?

[xMVPx3]

Quote: Originally Posted by wepr3

Interesting. I've never used anything besides the 4-3, mainly out of habit. Several of you have mentioned that you must recruit for your scheme: can you give me a dummy's guide as to what that looks like for 4-2-5 and 3-3-5?

Great idea a not-to-complex guide would be perfect