Yes. The gameplay is essentially just slower... but the main issues with gameplay in Madden are the ones involving locomotion. When you turn the game speed down to slow or very slow I promise you will notice an improvement in play.
The zig-zagging and change of direction will still be a problem, but it's not even close to being as bad. I really don't know how to explain it. I just know that many of us in our online franchise felt it provided a more realistic game.
(Not trying to bash a game and start a debate here. I enjoy both 2K and Madden) Go pop in APF 2K8. Then pop in Madden and play with the game speed on normal. APF is much much much slower paced. It just gives a smoother feel.
Very excited to hear that we will have the option to change this. Thanks for the responses