[PioneerRaptor]

Quote: Originally Posted by TwoHeadedDog

One of the slightly depressing things that crossed my mind while reading this thread is: does it at all matter? Is this game functioning on a level that would actually make a 6'2" 240lb. DE a liability on a 3-4 team? Our position preferences, as far as I can tell, only affect an arbitrary overall rating. The players still perform exactly the same on the field as they would on any team. Is the whole scheme thing anything more than window dressing?

I would give it a yes and a no answer. First, we all know that line play needs work, so there it may not matter as much as it does for say the defensive backs.

Another thing is, play calling. If you prefer man to man corners, you better call more man defense to take advantage of your corners, otherwise they will get shredded in the zone.

So, I would say it works for some positions, and it doesn't work that well for others.