I don't see why Madden doesn't look to NHL 11 for franchise tips.
(NHL)I like how teams trade with 1 another whether it be good trades on not, it's nice to see comp interaction.
When I have a "star player" on the block I get so many bites during draft day. It's almost annoying how much interest I get for some players.
But I use this to my advantage, I usually decline & use that trade request to make my own with another team.
The waiver wire is a good thing too.
I picked up Ondrej Pavelec, even tho I have Luongo.
I just couldn't pass on the this chance. Almost 10 years younger & only a few point lower. After a year in the minors he's almost equal to Lou in every rating.
Back on topic:
Ever since EA bought out 2K5 the franchise has gone down hill. They've made small improvements but not on the scale I'd expect on the "next/current gen" platforms.
IMO if the put more $$$ into development, & less into marketing we might possibly see a better game.
There's really no need to market this game since it's the only football game on the market.
People know when the next Madden is going to drop & will rush to get it regardless of how much $$$ EA puts into marketing.