I don't disagree, I think other then bugs and stuff madden 13 was a nice release for them. If this game got most the bugs out, and hadn't removed so many features, I probably even say a 8.5 isn't far out of line(prob give it a 8 myself). The reviewer ignored any flaw that's been posted on OS. I'm talking legit ones, not just the picky uniform error stuff.
Regarding the 3 year comment, they just used that to much. Even NBA Live used that one and we saw what happened there to. It almost turns my stomach at this point. They don't need to say that, just show us.
Madden just has to keep bringing it. They can't come in next year with another half attempt. They have been on top before(Madden 01 ps2 was a milestone for football games IMO) and they got to work hard to do it again.
I also can respect your love for this game. Who knows in a few years maybe I can be right there with you. It is moving in the right direction I believe. Next year needs to be a even bigger jump then this year.