If anything the game has taken a huge turn towards the hardcore this year. Just because you can't do a fantasy draft(not realistic/casual) or control all 32 teams(casual/hardcore) doesn't mean that it's not for the hardcore. I totally agree about customization and giving us more options, that is something I really think EA football has been lacking since it went to the 360/PS3. One major area this is lacking is with legends, in NBA2k it's awesome how you can have a season with classic teams, uniforms, stadiums, presentation, you name it. In Madden other than in MUT, they only let us choose 1 legend and put him on a team to play with.