I just completed my most realistic season ever on NCAA. I lost a game, which is rare, but I can't complain too much about it. I lost by 4 @ LSU, and had the ball on their 5 on the last play of the game (threw an INT).
I won a few games by a FG, one as time expired. I had a good mix of close games and blowouts. My offense struggled a bit, and slumped in the middle of the season, but finished strong. My defense remains strong, though.
I went 12-1, upsetting Miami for the national championship (2011). But it wasn't a dominant season, as I had to come from behind vs. Vandy and @ Carolina, then face FSU, before a rematch with Bama in ATL.
Now, there were still moments that made me shake my head.....the computer QB throwing to the left flat anytime he's in trouble is one. It happens 7-8 times EVERY game. It provides me with some pick-6 opportunities, but still. Unrealistic.
Also, the coverage of my DBs is an **** fail at times. Even when the CPU WR doesn't do a move or juke of ANY kind, my DB will go the absolute wrong way the moment the WR makes a cut, or even before that. There are CERTAINLY some drives where the CPU just decides it will score, no matter what. I know there's some argument about this, but I have no doubts.
I don't appreciate the entire defense being shifted towards the play-side on a run, despite running the other way and passing plenty beforehand. It's too obvious...the CPU needs to learn how to be more subtle.
I finally had my first punt return for TD in NCAA '11, but it was vs. a FCS team....and in that same game, I ran one back to the 4 yard line, but was called for clipping.....and the CPU DECLINED THE PENALTY! Seriously.
I'm just glad I didn't blow everyone out, punted from time to time, and utilized FGs. Despite the absurdities (including the amazing spinning, jumping CPU QB miraculous blind throws, which have been around for a decade and STILL not eliminated!!!!), I feel good about the season.
I won a few games by a FG, one as time expired. I had a good mix of close games and blowouts. My offense struggled a bit, and slumped in the middle of the season, but finished strong. My defense remains strong, though.
I went 12-1, upsetting Miami for the national championship (2011). But it wasn't a dominant season, as I had to come from behind vs. Vandy and @ Carolina, then face FSU, before a rematch with Bama in ATL.
Now, there were still moments that made me shake my head.....the computer QB throwing to the left flat anytime he's in trouble is one. It happens 7-8 times EVERY game. It provides me with some pick-6 opportunities, but still. Unrealistic.
Also, the coverage of my DBs is an **** fail at times. Even when the CPU WR doesn't do a move or juke of ANY kind, my DB will go the absolute wrong way the moment the WR makes a cut, or even before that. There are CERTAINLY some drives where the CPU just decides it will score, no matter what. I know there's some argument about this, but I have no doubts.
I don't appreciate the entire defense being shifted towards the play-side on a run, despite running the other way and passing plenty beforehand. It's too obvious...the CPU needs to learn how to be more subtle.
I finally had my first punt return for TD in NCAA '11, but it was vs. a FCS team....and in that same game, I ran one back to the 4 yard line, but was called for clipping.....and the CPU DECLINED THE PENALTY! Seriously.
I'm just glad I didn't blow everyone out, punted from time to time, and utilized FGs. Despite the absurdities (including the amazing spinning, jumping CPU QB miraculous blind throws, which have been around for a decade and STILL not eliminated!!!!), I feel good about the season.
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