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Originally Posted by Aoyoc |
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I don't like this patch; aside from the uniform store inclusion.
The defense went from realistic, with some glitches, to psychic and OP. Pre-patch I was able to run the ball and get a variety of gains: (ranging from -5 to 8 yards on a typical/average play, barring a breakaway). Now, post-patch, I get major losses for the vast majority - (ranging from -6 to 2 yards on a typical/average play). I am very lucky to make positive yardage.
The only run plays that work anymore are Iso and Slam. Pre-patch I was able to use them all and at least get somewhat realistic results. Now, when I run a counter (for example) its as if the DL and linebackers know exactly which play I'm running and are there to stop me for a loss every single time.
Oh, you want to run up the middle? Not so fast, there is a free DT waiting for you. Want to run load option? Not so fast, there are 1 LB, 1 CB, and 1 SS there to stop you. Oh, you want to QB Sneak? Too bad, there's a LB already in the backfield after you fake a handoff.
Its ridiculous.
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I have actually had a TON more success running the football, especially in the under center option game. The pursuit has slowed a little and the defensive linemen that are able to control 2 gaps or split double teams has really gone down. I'm also not getting stuck on my offensive line as much. I mean I ran the ball well pre-patch, but I feel like my I-Form Option game has really improved.
The pass defense however HAS become very psychic. I feel like their plan to improve deep ball safety play was to return a lot of the psychic/no look defense that plagued the game last year. By the way, the plan failed, deep ball safety play is still atrocious and the passing game is as easy as ever.