[Phantom Fighter]

Actually thinking this through I don’t think decades is the best way to split eras.

There was a lot of change from early 70s to late 70s and same in the 80s.

I think the best way to move forward is this:

1960-1974 run heavy / QBs with more TDs than ints are the best in game.

1975-1983 run balanced / passing game contributing more but defense still wins the day

1984 - 2003 pass balanced. Passing numbers start to inflate but running backs are still huge stars. Does offense or defense win games now?

2004 - today pass heavy. QBs need to be over 63% and at least 2-1 TD to int ration. 70% and 4-1 ratio if they cannot run. RBs are interchangeable and defense is still important but just different (edge rushing and nickel defense mandatory)

I think Madden can handle a competitive game between 84 dolphins or 49ers and 99 Rams. I also think 2006 Colts and today’s chiefs work easily in Madden 25. This is why the newer eras span more years.


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