Let me start by saying, this is as close to Coach Mode as you can get. By no means are these perfect. This is EA, so you will run across some weird stuff and some bugs. I'm only posting these to help other like-minded coach mode players find some enjoyment in this game. We haven't had a true coach mode since NCAA days, but this is close enough to give me some enjoyment. If you don't have anything constructive to add to this thread, feel free to just ignore me and move on. TIA
Obviously, you will still need to manually do all special teams. You also may sim special teams, but I find the CPU does silly things too much for my liking when I do that.
A few house rules I follow:
1) On defense I select an off-ball linebacker and walk him up to the line until his pass rush bar shows up. It's normally only a step or two and not enough to take him out of the play. This is the only way I can generate enough pass rush. Using a defensive lineman just doesn't generate enough pressure.
2A) This is where I slightly deviate from coach mode. It's the only time I can think of where I allow myself to control the QB. On HB Screen plays only, I tap the button to throw the ball to the HB at the appropriate time. Otherwise, it's pretty much an automatic sack. The only other option is to avoid calling screens, but I like the idea of having the entire playbook at my disposal.
2B) This one is completely optional. It's the only other time I manually control the QB and I haven't used this house rule this year, but feel free to implement it if you wish. Since the user QB does not scramble, I will count to four one thousand in my head while the QB is in the pocket, then if able I will manually scramble him either straight ahead or towards the sideline. No special moves or dodging defensive players allowed. I only run until I'm either tackled, forced to slide, or run out of bounds. Again, completely optional. I tend to only use this rule if I have a scrambling QB.
4) No hot routes allowed for Wide Receivers or Tight Ends. The only time I hot route is when I want the HB to either block or check and release. No other hot routes. Using the HB to block or check and release is crucial to pass protection.
**This isn't so much a house rule as it is a coach mode tip. Learn to read defenses and learn the types of plays that work best against all the different coverages. Also, study your roster and your opponent's roster. Know which pass rushers have much higher PMV or FMV than your offensive linemen's PBP or PBF ratings. For example, if their OLB has a 95 FMV rating and your RT has a 71 PBF rating, then your RT is going to need help when that OLB is lined up on your RT. I have significantly reduced my sacks allowed by studying this and then using my TEs and RBs to focus my blocking on those defensive players.
MAIN MENU
Skill Level: All-Pro
Game Style: Simulation
Quarter Length: 9 Minutes
Accelerated Clock: Off
Auto Flip Defensive Play Call: On
Defensive Ball Hawk: On
Defensive Heat Seeker Assist: Off
Defensive Switch Assist: Off
Controlled Player Art: Off
Coach Mode: On
Injuries: 20
Fatigue: 65
Player Speed Parity Scale: 95
Penalties All Default
QB Accuracy 50
Pass Blocking 60
WR Catching 50
Run Blocking 50
Ball Security 65
Reaction Time 50
Interceptions 30
Pass Coverage 50
Tackling 55
FG Power 40
FG Accuracy 30
Punt Power 50
Punt Accuracy 30
Kickoff Power 50
FRANCHISE SETTINGS
Offensive Play Call Cooldown 10
Offensive Play Call Limt 5
Defensive Play Call Cooldown 10
Defensive Play Call Limit 5
IN THEORY THESE LIMITS ALLOW YOU TO CALL A CERTAIN PLAY ONCE PER QUARTER, PLUS 1 EXTRA TIME.
Home Field Advantage Off
TEAM SETTINGS
This is all personal preference. Be careful with progressive fatigue. If you leave it on, make sure to manage your practice reps correctly.
Superstar Abilities: Off
Minimum Roster Size: 53
IMPORT SLIDERS FROM MAIN MENU
I've noticed since the last patch a lot of fatigue issues. I've had to start using Auto Subs and Formation Subs to get around this. I use Jacob Reid's Auto Subs. Here is a link to his video on YouTube for Auto Subs
I use MrHurriicane XP sliders from YouTube. Here is a link to the video
One other thing I'll note. If you are calling your own plays on offense, make sure to be as creative as possible. The game will turn into a sack fest if you aren't creative with your playcalling.
Obviously, you will still need to manually do all special teams. You also may sim special teams, but I find the CPU does silly things too much for my liking when I do that.
A few house rules I follow:
1) On defense I select an off-ball linebacker and walk him up to the line until his pass rush bar shows up. It's normally only a step or two and not enough to take him out of the play. This is the only way I can generate enough pass rush. Using a defensive lineman just doesn't generate enough pressure.
2A) This is where I slightly deviate from coach mode. It's the only time I can think of where I allow myself to control the QB. On HB Screen plays only, I tap the button to throw the ball to the HB at the appropriate time. Otherwise, it's pretty much an automatic sack. The only other option is to avoid calling screens, but I like the idea of having the entire playbook at my disposal.
2B) This one is completely optional. It's the only other time I manually control the QB and I haven't used this house rule this year, but feel free to implement it if you wish. Since the user QB does not scramble, I will count to four one thousand in my head while the QB is in the pocket, then if able I will manually scramble him either straight ahead or towards the sideline. No special moves or dodging defensive players allowed. I only run until I'm either tackled, forced to slide, or run out of bounds. Again, completely optional. I tend to only use this rule if I have a scrambling QB.
4) No hot routes allowed for Wide Receivers or Tight Ends. The only time I hot route is when I want the HB to either block or check and release. No other hot routes. Using the HB to block or check and release is crucial to pass protection.
**This isn't so much a house rule as it is a coach mode tip. Learn to read defenses and learn the types of plays that work best against all the different coverages. Also, study your roster and your opponent's roster. Know which pass rushers have much higher PMV or FMV than your offensive linemen's PBP or PBF ratings. For example, if their OLB has a 95 FMV rating and your RT has a 71 PBF rating, then your RT is going to need help when that OLB is lined up on your RT. I have significantly reduced my sacks allowed by studying this and then using my TEs and RBs to focus my blocking on those defensive players.
MAIN MENU
Skill Level: All-Pro
Game Style: Simulation
Quarter Length: 9 Minutes
Accelerated Clock: Off
Auto Flip Defensive Play Call: On
Defensive Ball Hawk: On
Defensive Heat Seeker Assist: Off
Defensive Switch Assist: Off
Controlled Player Art: Off
Coach Mode: On
Injuries: 20
Fatigue: 65
Player Speed Parity Scale: 95
Penalties All Default
QB Accuracy 50
Pass Blocking 60
WR Catching 50
Run Blocking 50
Ball Security 65
Reaction Time 50
Interceptions 30
Pass Coverage 50
Tackling 55
FG Power 40
FG Accuracy 30
Punt Power 50
Punt Accuracy 30
Kickoff Power 50
FRANCHISE SETTINGS
Offensive Play Call Cooldown 10
Offensive Play Call Limt 5
Defensive Play Call Cooldown 10
Defensive Play Call Limit 5
IN THEORY THESE LIMITS ALLOW YOU TO CALL A CERTAIN PLAY ONCE PER QUARTER, PLUS 1 EXTRA TIME.
Home Field Advantage Off
TEAM SETTINGS
This is all personal preference. Be careful with progressive fatigue. If you leave it on, make sure to manage your practice reps correctly.
Superstar Abilities: Off
Minimum Roster Size: 53
IMPORT SLIDERS FROM MAIN MENU
I've noticed since the last patch a lot of fatigue issues. I've had to start using Auto Subs and Formation Subs to get around this. I use Jacob Reid's Auto Subs. Here is a link to his video on YouTube for Auto Subs
I use MrHurriicane XP sliders from YouTube. Here is a link to the video
One other thing I'll note. If you are calling your own plays on offense, make sure to be as creative as possible. The game will turn into a sack fest if you aren't creative with your playcalling.
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