Weapons are engaged. Madden 08 is putting the focus on the NFL's best players, and Game Spots got theirs hands-on look at the game.
Click here to read the article.
VG Staff
Monday, May 21, 2007
1UP Has Added Its Madden 08 Preview
1 UP has added its hands on preview for Madden 08. The article mainly talks about the new "Weapons" feature that is being added to the game.
Click here to read the article.
VG Staff
Click here to read the article.
VG Staff
Five Things You Need to Know About Madden 08
IGN has posted a Madden NFL 08 Hands-on pre-view. They list five things you need to know about Madden 08.
Click here to read the article.
VG Staff
Click here to read the article.
VG Staff
Wednesday, May 02, 2007
Madden NFL 08 Randy Moss Patriots Screens Coming 5 p.m. Eastern!
This is from the officail EA Sports Madden 08 Web Site:
"For those who watched this past weekend's 2007 NFL Draft, the biggest news of the day was a blockbuster trade which sent wide receiver Randy Moss to the New England Patriots. This will likely have a tremendous impact on the Patriots this year, not only on the real life field of play, but in Madden NFL 08 as well. To celebrate this news we will post two screens of Randy Moss in his new Patriots uniform at 5 p.m. Eastern today (Wed., May 2nd). Check back to see how Randy looks in his new uniform".
Here is the actual link.
Moss Screen Shot Link
VG Staff
"For those who watched this past weekend's 2007 NFL Draft, the biggest news of the day was a blockbuster trade which sent wide receiver Randy Moss to the New England Patriots. This will likely have a tremendous impact on the Patriots this year, not only on the real life field of play, but in Madden NFL 08 as well. To celebrate this news we will post two screens of Randy Moss in his new Patriots uniform at 5 p.m. Eastern today (Wed., May 2nd). Check back to see how Randy looks in his new uniform".
Here is the actual link.
Moss Screen Shot Link
VG Staff
IGN Madden 08 Preview
IGN has a PS3 preview of Madden 08. A lot of nice game additions being added this year.
"Let's get it out of the way now. Madden NFL 07 was a disappointment, pure and simple. With an exclusive NFL license as well as the power of the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, there's no reason why this "next-gen" Madden shouldn't have blown football fans away as one of the greatest sports gaming experiences of all time. That's what we expect when we fork over the dough for high-priced consoles and a $59.99 game. As the only NFL sim on the market, that's what we deserve.
With Madden NFL 08, that's what we're going to get. Or at least that's the lofty goal that developer EA Tiburon has set for its flagship franchise, set to release this summer. With a difficult console transition finally out of the way, Tiburon head man Steve Chiang said there are no more excuses with Madden. There will only be results. After visiting Tiburon to take an early peek at Madden 08, we're starting to believe him."
Here is the link.
IGN PS3 Madden 08 Preview
VG Staff
"Let's get it out of the way now. Madden NFL 07 was a disappointment, pure and simple. With an exclusive NFL license as well as the power of the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3, there's no reason why this "next-gen" Madden shouldn't have blown football fans away as one of the greatest sports gaming experiences of all time. That's what we expect when we fork over the dough for high-priced consoles and a $59.99 game. As the only NFL sim on the market, that's what we deserve.
With Madden NFL 08, that's what we're going to get. Or at least that's the lofty goal that developer EA Tiburon has set for its flagship franchise, set to release this summer. With a difficult console transition finally out of the way, Tiburon head man Steve Chiang said there are no more excuses with Madden. There will only be results. After visiting Tiburon to take an early peek at Madden 08, we're starting to believe him."
Here is the link.
IGN PS3 Madden 08 Preview
VG Staff
GameSpot Madden 08 Preview
GameSpot has posted a preview of Madden 08 on the 360. Some good info to read.
"There's no better time to take a first look at Madden NFL 08 than the weekend when the NFL welcomes an entirely new group of stars into its ranks--the 2007 NFL Draft. Last year's draft was notable for a number of reasons--the snub of Reggie Bush as the number one overall pick for Mario Williams, as well as the draft of the player who would eventually be Madden NFL 08 cover athlete, the Tennessee Titans' Vince Young.
Nearly everyone, of course, expected LaDanian Tomlinson to make the cover. With 31 touchdowns and a league MVP award, it seemed only natural that the San Diego Chargers running back was a shoo-in for the cover of EA Sports' latest football game. Yet, when the time came for the announcement, it was Vince who took the honor, and only after LT turned it down. So what can we take away from the announcement of VY as the cover athlete Madden NFL 08? Well, for one, the publisher is hoping to avoid the so-called "Madden curse" with Vince: He's young (heading into his sophomore season in the NFL), big and strong, and seemingly impervious to harm from would-be tacklers."
Here is the link:
GameSpot 360 Madden 08 Preview
VG Staff
"There's no better time to take a first look at Madden NFL 08 than the weekend when the NFL welcomes an entirely new group of stars into its ranks--the 2007 NFL Draft. Last year's draft was notable for a number of reasons--the snub of Reggie Bush as the number one overall pick for Mario Williams, as well as the draft of the player who would eventually be Madden NFL 08 cover athlete, the Tennessee Titans' Vince Young.
Nearly everyone, of course, expected LaDanian Tomlinson to make the cover. With 31 touchdowns and a league MVP award, it seemed only natural that the San Diego Chargers running back was a shoo-in for the cover of EA Sports' latest football game. Yet, when the time came for the announcement, it was Vince who took the honor, and only after LT turned it down. So what can we take away from the announcement of VY as the cover athlete Madden NFL 08? Well, for one, the publisher is hoping to avoid the so-called "Madden curse" with Vince: He's young (heading into his sophomore season in the NFL), big and strong, and seemingly impervious to harm from would-be tacklers."
Here is the link:
GameSpot 360 Madden 08 Preview
VG Staff
Madden 08 Updates On EA Sports Official Site
Here is the main link to the EA Sports Madden 08 Site.
EA Sports Madden 08 Site
Here is list of articles you will find on the site.
Blogs:
The perks of working at EA:
Devin Hester Speed Rating Debate: Part1
News:
Playaction simulator story
NFL Pre-draft luncheon
Rookies talk about their Madden ratings
EA Sports Madden 08 Site
Here is list of articles you will find on the site.
Blogs:
The perks of working at EA:
Devin Hester Speed Rating Debate: Part1
News:
Playaction simulator story
NFL Pre-draft luncheon
Rookies talk about their Madden ratings
Friday, April 13, 2007
Madden Blitz Guide - Frequently Asked Questions
With the A/B Gap Blitz Guide only out for a few days, we've
received a number of questions about the book. I've compiled list
of 10 Frequently Asked Questions below to help you out.
You can find out more information about the guide also at:
http://www.maddentips.com/blitzguide
1. Why did VG Sports create an A and B Gap blitz book only?
Most of our readers already know how to create outside heat, plus
it's really not that hard to find. Most players want inside heat
since it's the quickest way to get to the QB. So with that in mind,
we focused primarily on a A and B Gap heat. However, there are some
defenses in the book, where not only will find inside heat, but
also outside heat. The book was originally written for the 46
playbook, but we decided to include the 4-3, Multiple, and Cover 2
playbooks as well.
2. Are there any actual defensive schemes in the book?
No, we elected not go that route when writing the book. We wanted
to give you the keys to putting A and B Gap pressure on the QB, but
let you come with your own schemes based on your style and team
personnel.
3. How many A and B Gap blitz set ups did you come up with for the
book?
There are over 90 plays in the book. Some of those plays have 2,3,
or even 4 set ups. There is at least 130 actual set ups in the book.
4. Can any team run these blitz set ups?
This a tough question to answer. We would like to say yes, but to
be honest some teams just don't have the horses to get it done. If
you are using a team with slow linebackers, then chances are the
blitz set ups won't work as well than if you are playing a team
with fast linebackers. If you only have one fast linebacker on your
team, then you are going to want make sure he is the defender
blitzing the QB. You can always audible down from the Nickel, Dime,
or Quarter defenses if needed to get extra speed on the field.
5. Of the four playbooks, which ones does the VG Team like the most?
Each of the VG team has their own style and blitz set ups they
like. For instance Reality likes the 46 playbook the best. He likes
most of the 46 Normal and Bear blitz set ups, plus he also likes
the Nickel Strong FS Snake Blitz 3. LBZrules also likes the 46
playbook. He likes the book because it has a little bit of
everything such as 3-4, 46, 4-3, Nickel, Dime, and Dollar
formations. One of the blitz set ups he likes is the 46 Bear Buzz
Weak. PhillyRon doesn't blitz as much as the rest of the team, but
when he does blitz, he makes sure his defenders get home. His
favorite playbook is the 4-3. Kobra likes the 46 and Multiple
Playbooks. The 46 has more blitz set ups than the Multiple, but
there are some really killer defenses that are in the Multiple that
are hard to be ignored such as the Nickel Normal Velcro 9.
6. What else will I find in the book besides blitz set ups?
Besides the blitz set ups, we also show the Jump Snap Glitch, Flex
Defenders, Flex Defenisve Linemen, DE Containment, Delayed Blitz,
Blitz Playbook Quick Set Up Sheets, Blitz Set Up Info, Blitz
Playbook Finder, etc... We tried to get as much info in the book as
we could to help ease the learning curve for new players, plus we
wanted to give advanced players something they could use as well.
7. Should I blitz on every down?
The best answer to this is wait until you are actually in the game.
If your opponent can't handle the pressure, then by all means blitz
every play until he shows he counter it. Once he does, then you
must adjust to him. Mask your blitz set ups to keep him off balance.
8. The blitz set ups work against a player who drops straight back
in the pocket, but what about a player who uses play action or
rolls out?
If your opponent likes to call play action, use the pass commit
feature. When used, most of the time the QB won't have time to
throw the ball. Against players who like to roll out, A and B Gap
heat may not always be best. If you call A and B Gap heat, you must
keep him from rolling out. The best way to do that is take control
of a flex defender and manually blitz him from the side where he
likes to roll to. For instance say you call an A Gap blitz that
has the MLB shooting between the C and LG. The ball is lined up on
the left hash mark. More than likely your opponent is not going to
roll to the left side, since he doesn't have much room to run. Most
likely he is going to roll to the right side. Take control of the
flex defender and manually blitz from the right side of the field.
That way he can't roll to that side to avoid the blitz. If your
opponent decides to stay in the pocket, then you can always release
the defender or drop him back in pass coverage.
9. How do I find my own A and B Gap set ups?
The best way to find them if you are trying to find them yourself
is to first go into practice mode. Put one controller on offense
and the other on defense. Call plays on the offensive side of the
ball that have all the receivers going out on pass routes. That way
you can see if the blitz actually works without having to worry
about a running back or tight end blocking the primary blitzer.
On the defensive side of ball, call different defenses, look at
how the defensive linemen pass rush, what gaps the linebackers and
defensive backs attacking before any shifts are made. Run the
defenses by default design of the play. The best blitz set ups are
the ones where you don't have to do anything at all. If the blitz
doesn't work, then start shifting defensive linemen, linebackers,
and fake blitz. If the blitz still doesn't work, try moving a
defender or two. If that doesn't help, try manually rushing a
defender who is supposed to drop back in pass coverage and see if
that helps. Once you go through all of that, flip the defense and
go through the same procedure. If you are still unable to get the
blitz to work, move on to the next one. If you do find a blitz that works,
write it down on a piece of paper. Once you find some
blitz set ups that do work, go into actual game. Put one controller
one team and the other on the other team. Use the same defensive
playbooks you want to try your blitz set ups on. Set up the
defenses the same way as you did in practice mode to see if they
work. If they do work, get a hold of a buddy and go online.
Test the blitz sets online to see if they work or not. If they do work
online, then you know they are good to go. Also be sure to run them
against different formations and different pass blocking tactics,
that way you know what will work or not.
10. I can't get the blitz set ups to work everytime, what do I do?
Not every blitz is going to work every single time. There are a lot
variables to come into play for the blitz to work. The best thing
we can tell you is go through all the blitz set ups with the
playbook you plan to run. Test each one out to see how they work
with the team you are playing. If they work, then keep them and add
them to your blitz package arsenal. With over 90 plays shown in the
book, surely you can find a handful that you like that you can use
during the course of the game.
Again, to find out more about the A/B Blitz Guide, go to:
http://www.maddentips.com/blitzguide
received a number of questions about the book. I've compiled list
of 10 Frequently Asked Questions below to help you out.
You can find out more information about the guide also at:
http://www.maddentips.com/blitzguide
1. Why did VG Sports create an A and B Gap blitz book only?
Most of our readers already know how to create outside heat, plus
it's really not that hard to find. Most players want inside heat
since it's the quickest way to get to the QB. So with that in mind,
we focused primarily on a A and B Gap heat. However, there are some
defenses in the book, where not only will find inside heat, but
also outside heat. The book was originally written for the 46
playbook, but we decided to include the 4-3, Multiple, and Cover 2
playbooks as well.
2. Are there any actual defensive schemes in the book?
No, we elected not go that route when writing the book. We wanted
to give you the keys to putting A and B Gap pressure on the QB, but
let you come with your own schemes based on your style and team
personnel.
3. How many A and B Gap blitz set ups did you come up with for the
book?
There are over 90 plays in the book. Some of those plays have 2,3,
or even 4 set ups. There is at least 130 actual set ups in the book.
4. Can any team run these blitz set ups?
This a tough question to answer. We would like to say yes, but to
be honest some teams just don't have the horses to get it done. If
you are using a team with slow linebackers, then chances are the
blitz set ups won't work as well than if you are playing a team
with fast linebackers. If you only have one fast linebacker on your
team, then you are going to want make sure he is the defender
blitzing the QB. You can always audible down from the Nickel, Dime,
or Quarter defenses if needed to get extra speed on the field.
5. Of the four playbooks, which ones does the VG Team like the most?
Each of the VG team has their own style and blitz set ups they
like. For instance Reality likes the 46 playbook the best. He likes
most of the 46 Normal and Bear blitz set ups, plus he also likes
the Nickel Strong FS Snake Blitz 3. LBZrules also likes the 46
playbook. He likes the book because it has a little bit of
everything such as 3-4, 46, 4-3, Nickel, Dime, and Dollar
formations. One of the blitz set ups he likes is the 46 Bear Buzz
Weak. PhillyRon doesn't blitz as much as the rest of the team, but
when he does blitz, he makes sure his defenders get home. His
favorite playbook is the 4-3. Kobra likes the 46 and Multiple
Playbooks. The 46 has more blitz set ups than the Multiple, but
there are some really killer defenses that are in the Multiple that
are hard to be ignored such as the Nickel Normal Velcro 9.
6. What else will I find in the book besides blitz set ups?
Besides the blitz set ups, we also show the Jump Snap Glitch, Flex
Defenders, Flex Defenisve Linemen, DE Containment, Delayed Blitz,
Blitz Playbook Quick Set Up Sheets, Blitz Set Up Info, Blitz
Playbook Finder, etc... We tried to get as much info in the book as
we could to help ease the learning curve for new players, plus we
wanted to give advanced players something they could use as well.
7. Should I blitz on every down?
The best answer to this is wait until you are actually in the game.
If your opponent can't handle the pressure, then by all means blitz
every play until he shows he counter it. Once he does, then you
must adjust to him. Mask your blitz set ups to keep him off balance.
8. The blitz set ups work against a player who drops straight back
in the pocket, but what about a player who uses play action or
rolls out?
If your opponent likes to call play action, use the pass commit
feature. When used, most of the time the QB won't have time to
throw the ball. Against players who like to roll out, A and B Gap
heat may not always be best. If you call A and B Gap heat, you must
keep him from rolling out. The best way to do that is take control
of a flex defender and manually blitz him from the side where he
likes to roll to. For instance say you call an A Gap blitz that
has the MLB shooting between the C and LG. The ball is lined up on
the left hash mark. More than likely your opponent is not going to
roll to the left side, since he doesn't have much room to run. Most
likely he is going to roll to the right side. Take control of the
flex defender and manually blitz from the right side of the field.
That way he can't roll to that side to avoid the blitz. If your
opponent decides to stay in the pocket, then you can always release
the defender or drop him back in pass coverage.
9. How do I find my own A and B Gap set ups?
The best way to find them if you are trying to find them yourself
is to first go into practice mode. Put one controller on offense
and the other on defense. Call plays on the offensive side of the
ball that have all the receivers going out on pass routes. That way
you can see if the blitz actually works without having to worry
about a running back or tight end blocking the primary blitzer.
On the defensive side of ball, call different defenses, look at
how the defensive linemen pass rush, what gaps the linebackers and
defensive backs attacking before any shifts are made. Run the
defenses by default design of the play. The best blitz set ups are
the ones where you don't have to do anything at all. If the blitz
doesn't work, then start shifting defensive linemen, linebackers,
and fake blitz. If the blitz still doesn't work, try moving a
defender or two. If that doesn't help, try manually rushing a
defender who is supposed to drop back in pass coverage and see if
that helps. Once you go through all of that, flip the defense and
go through the same procedure. If you are still unable to get the
blitz to work, move on to the next one. If you do find a blitz that works,
write it down on a piece of paper. Once you find some
blitz set ups that do work, go into actual game. Put one controller
one team and the other on the other team. Use the same defensive
playbooks you want to try your blitz set ups on. Set up the
defenses the same way as you did in practice mode to see if they
work. If they do work, get a hold of a buddy and go online.
Test the blitz sets online to see if they work or not. If they do work
online, then you know they are good to go. Also be sure to run them
against different formations and different pass blocking tactics,
that way you know what will work or not.
10. I can't get the blitz set ups to work everytime, what do I do?
Not every blitz is going to work every single time. There are a lot
variables to come into play for the blitz to work. The best thing
we can tell you is go through all the blitz set ups with the
playbook you plan to run. Test each one out to see how they work
with the team you are playing. If they work, then keep them and add
them to your blitz package arsenal. With over 90 plays shown in the
book, surely you can find a handful that you like that you can use
during the course of the game.
Again, to find out more about the A/B Blitz Guide, go to:
http://www.maddentips.com/blitzguide
Thursday, April 05, 2007
Roster and Ratings Interview
Madden Planet has an interview with EA dev team member who works on rosters and ratings. This is the first sort of interview where we've given insight into this process, so it's something the community should be able to appreciate. Enjoy.
http://www.madden04.com/forums/blog/damon/
Thanks,
VG Staff
_________
http://www.madden04.com/forums/blog/damon/
Thanks,
VG Staff
_________
ESPN Madden 08 Cover Countdown Content
ESPN.com has some great content in their video games section to count down to EAs Madden NFL 08 cover announcement which will happen later this month (more details on that as we get closer). Check out the ESPN.com video games page and an article about Devin Hester's speed in 08.
http://sports.espn.go.com/videogames/index
http://sports.espn.go.com/videogames...ory?id=2826180
Thanks,
VG Staff
http://sports.espn.go.com/videogames/index
http://sports.espn.go.com/videogames...ory?id=2826180
Thanks,
VG Staff
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
Official EA Sports Madden 08 Site Is Now Live
The new Madden 08 site is now live. Here is the direct link.
http://www.easports.com/madden08/
For the next 32 days, EA will feature team specific themes on the site. A new team will open up each day along the bar at the bottom of the page. You'll then be able to download a wallpaper for that team on the right hand side of the screen. There is a lot more in store for our site this year, but this is a really exciting starting point where we're featuring team a team specific look for the first time.
Thanks,
VG Staff
http://www.easports.com/madden08/
For the next 32 days, EA will feature team specific themes on the site. A new team will open up each day along the bar at the bottom of the page. You'll then be able to download a wallpaper for that team on the right hand side of the screen. There is a lot more in store for our site this year, but this is a really exciting starting point where we're featuring team a team specific look for the first time.
Thanks,
VG Staff
Monday, March 05, 2007
Big B's Guide to the Spread Offense Released!
You can go to http://www.maddentips.com/spread for info and ordering.
One of the best sections in the guide is the Commish's corner.
We've been eager to put out this section for a long time. After reading this section, you'll be able to seriously step up your game. These guys that win tourneys and are quite successful have schemes.
They make a system and that contains checks and balances. They know what stops them and they make adjustments within their scheme to account for that.
Being a great Madden player isn't so much about having a couple of good plays. It's about having a solid scheme that you can adjust to deal with any situations.
Big B and Mr. Squeeze take you through a virtual Lab session where they break down the nuts and bolts of their offensive schemes. The same ones that their club has used to win multiple EA Madden Challenge Region titles.
They also dive into the Tampa Bay, Detroit & Atlanta playbooks to pull out some gems that will put your offense over the top!
As usual Big B did a nice job on the guide with the assistance of his right hand man Mr. Squeeze so...Enjoy!
One of the best sections in the guide is the Commish's corner.
We've been eager to put out this section for a long time. After reading this section, you'll be able to seriously step up your game. These guys that win tourneys and are quite successful have schemes.
They make a system and that contains checks and balances. They know what stops them and they make adjustments within their scheme to account for that.
Being a great Madden player isn't so much about having a couple of good plays. It's about having a solid scheme that you can adjust to deal with any situations.
Big B and Mr. Squeeze take you through a virtual Lab session where they break down the nuts and bolts of their offensive schemes. The same ones that their club has used to win multiple EA Madden Challenge Region titles.
They also dive into the Tampa Bay, Detroit & Atlanta playbooks to pull out some gems that will put your offense over the top!
As usual Big B did a nice job on the guide with the assistance of his right hand man Mr. Squeeze so...Enjoy!
Monday, February 12, 2007
LBzrule Guide to the 3-4 Defense
One of the advantages we have at VG Sports is the number of fanatical Madden players that we come into contact with on a daily basis. Between our discussion forums, private messages, league participation and tournament crew connections, we have a really strong feel for the pulse of the community.
As players have begun to make the transition to Next-Gen, they are having to relearn how to play defense. The games are very different and many of the tactics used in Current Gen D just don't translate over. Without individual defensive playmaker, many players are feeling limited by the game.
Well, I put my defensive specialist to work here at VG to put together a scheme that we could teach people to give them the lockdown type of defense that they are looking for.
Charles Bowie, aka LBzrule has spent months in the lab and in online and head-to-head play to develop a bullet proof system that is guaranteed to punch your opponent right in the mouth and keep him on his heels all game long.
Charles is a former linebacker and for years has been our go-to guy when if comes to plugging gaps and attacking offenses. I told him that I wanted a scheme that would solve two major headaches that defenders encounter in Madden 07 - getting mad up the gut pressure on the QB, and shutting down the pound (run game).
To see how he did it, go to www.maddentips.com/34defense
As players have begun to make the transition to Next-Gen, they are having to relearn how to play defense. The games are very different and many of the tactics used in Current Gen D just don't translate over. Without individual defensive playmaker, many players are feeling limited by the game.
Well, I put my defensive specialist to work here at VG to put together a scheme that we could teach people to give them the lockdown type of defense that they are looking for.
Charles Bowie, aka LBzrule has spent months in the lab and in online and head-to-head play to develop a bullet proof system that is guaranteed to punch your opponent right in the mouth and keep him on his heels all game long.
Charles is a former linebacker and for years has been our go-to guy when if comes to plugging gaps and attacking offenses. I told him that I wanted a scheme that would solve two major headaches that defenders encounter in Madden 07 - getting mad up the gut pressure on the QB, and shutting down the pound (run game).
To see how he did it, go to www.maddentips.com/34defense
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Top 10 Ups & Downs
Top 10 Up (11 actually)
• Frank Gore – 86 to 92 OVR
• Jammal Brown – 86 to 92 OVR
• Marcus McNeil – 78 to 89 OVR
• DeMeco Ryans – 83 to 89 OVR
• Vince Young – 84 to 86 OVR
• Steven Jackson – 92 to 94 OVR
• Brian Westbrook – 91 to 93 OVR
• Lito Sheppard – 88 to 93 OVR
• Asante Samuel – 87 to 94 OVR
• Nnamdi Asomugha – 84 to 91 OVR
• Bart Scott – 88 to 91 OVR
• Devin Hester – 75 to 78 OVR
Top 10 Down
• Jake Plummer – 87 to 83 OVR
• Trent Green – 90 to 84 OVR
• Terrell Owens – 96 to 94 OVR
• Eli Manning – 87 to 85 OVR
• Randy Moss – 94 to 92 OVR
• Samari Rolle – 90 to 87 OVR
• Santana Moss – 91 to 89 OVR
• Boss Bailey – 87 to 81 OVR
• Fred Smoot – 88 to 83 OVR
• Edgerrin James – 94 to 92 OVR
• Frank Gore – 86 to 92 OVR
• Jammal Brown – 86 to 92 OVR
• Marcus McNeil – 78 to 89 OVR
• DeMeco Ryans – 83 to 89 OVR
• Vince Young – 84 to 86 OVR
• Steven Jackson – 92 to 94 OVR
• Brian Westbrook – 91 to 93 OVR
• Lito Sheppard – 88 to 93 OVR
• Asante Samuel – 87 to 94 OVR
• Nnamdi Asomugha – 84 to 91 OVR
• Bart Scott – 88 to 91 OVR
• Devin Hester – 75 to 78 OVR
Top 10 Down
• Jake Plummer – 87 to 83 OVR
• Trent Green – 90 to 84 OVR
• Terrell Owens – 96 to 94 OVR
• Eli Manning – 87 to 85 OVR
• Randy Moss – 94 to 92 OVR
• Samari Rolle – 90 to 87 OVR
• Santana Moss – 91 to 89 OVR
• Boss Bailey – 87 to 81 OVR
• Fred Smoot – 88 to 83 OVR
• Edgerrin James – 94 to 92 OVR
Fourth Roster Update
4th Roster Update
Injured Reserve
• Donovin Darius on IR
• Chris Perry on IR
• Junior Seau on IR
• Mike Flanagan on IR
• Sage Rosenfels on IR
• Mike Bartrum on IR
• Adam Treu on IR
• Eugene Wilson on IR
• BJ Sams on IR
• Kevin Sampson on IR
• Josh Scobey on IR
• Daunte Culpepper on IR
• Pisa Tinoisamao on IR
• Patrick Pass on IR
• Tommie Harris on IR
• Malcolm Floyd on IR
• Nick Sorensen on IR
• D’Qwell Jackson on IR
• Mike Rucker on IR
• Mike Montgomery on IR
• Jeno James on IR
• Spencer Johnson on IR
• Mike Wahle on IR
• Alvis Whitted on IR
• Dan Wilkinson on IR
• Kyle Turley on IR
• Keith Traylor on IR
• Michael Strahan on IR
• Luke Pettigout on IR
• Chad Morton on IR
• Marcus Washington on IR
• Jerry Porter on IR
• Alan Zemaitas on IR
• DD Lewis on IR
• Cecil Sapp on IR
• Courtney Brown on IR
• Will Svitek on IR
• Ryan Hannam on IR
• Sammy Davis on IR
• Byron Leftwich on IR
• Tim Dwight on IR
• Fernando Bryant on IR
• Will Blackmon on IR
• Justin Hartwig on IR
• Musa Smith on IR
• Christian Fauria on IR
• Ernie Conwell on IR
• Kelly Herndon on IR
• Antwan Odom on IR
• Ben Troupe on IR
• Anthony Weaver on IR
• Rashad Butler on IR
• Scott Peters on IR
• Kevin Jones on IR
• Willie Reid on IR
• David Macklin on IR
Transactions
• CB Pete Hunter added to Seahawks
• OL Chris Terry added to Chiefs
• CB Cortland Finnegan added to Titans
• TE Zach Hilton released to free agency
• QB Koy Detmer added to Eagles
• HB Chris Taylor added to Texans
• WR Darius Watts added to Giants
• P Todd Sauerbrun added to Patriots
• CB Mike Rumph released to free agency
• S Deke Cooper added to 49ers
• WR Derrick Lewis released to free agency
• WR Az Hakim added to Chargers
• WR Doug Gabriel released/signed by Raiders
• CB Derrick Strait released/signed by Panthers
• LB Roy Manning added to Bills
• HB Duce Staley released to free agency
• K Nick Novak released to free agency
• K Shaun Suisham signed by Redskins
• LB Jay Foreman added to 49ers
• S Tony Parrish released/signed by Cowboys
• HB Quincy Wilson added to Bengals
• CB Jeff Shoate added to Broncos
• CB Darrent Williams removed from game
• C Anthony Oakley added to Bears
• WR Miles Austin added to Cowboys
• S Abram Elam added to Cowboys
• WR Carlyle Holiday added to Packers
• CB Patrick Dendy added to Packers
• WR John Madsen added to Raiders
• HB Cory Ross added to Ravens
• CB Ray Mickens added to Patriots
• HB Jamal Robertson added to Falcons
• TE Ben Hartsock added to Titans
• LB Rocky Boiman added to Colts
• K Martin Gramatica added to Cowboys
• K Mike Vanderjagt released to free agency
• CB BJ Tucker added to 49ers
• LB Hannibal Navies added to 49ers
• OL Steve Edwards added to Giants
Ratings Adjustments – Down
• Adam Archuleta – 85 to 81 OVR
• Terrence McGee – 85 to 81 OVR
• Jake Plummer – 87 to 83 OVR
• TJ Duckett – 82 to 80 OVR
• Rod Smith – 86 to 84 OVR
• George Foster – 86 to 84 OVR
• Reuben Droughns – 86 to 83 OVR
• Edgerrin James – 94 to 92 OVR
• Marquand Manuel – 80 to 76 OVR
• Bubba Franks – 83 to 81 OVR
• David Martin – 81 to 79 OVR
• Nick Collins – 86 to 84 OVR
• Ben Taylor – 81 to 78 OVR
• Scott Wells – 86 to 82 OVR
• Roman Oben – 86 to 84 OVR
• Trent Green – 90 to 84 OVR
• Dante Hall – 77 to 74 OVR
• Kyle Turley – 85 to 81 OVR
• John Welbourn – 86 to 81 OVR
• Ty Law – 94 to 92 OVR
• Anthony McFarland – 90 to 88 OVR
• Raheem Brock – 85 to 83 OVR
• Terrell Owens – 96 to 94 OVR
• Terence Newman – 89 to 88 OVR
• Drew Bledsoe – 85 to 83 OVR
• Daunte Culpepper – 87 to 86 OVR
• Joey Harrington – 78 to 76 OVR
• Toniu Fonoti – 80 to 76 OVR
• Chris Chambers – 89 to 88 OVR
• Ronnie Brown – 91 to 90 OVR
• Jeno James – 85 to 82 OVR
• Kendyl Jacox – 83 to 81 OVR
• LJ Shelton – 84 to 81 OVR
• LaMont Jordan – 87 to 86 OVR
• Randy Moss – 94 to 92 OVR
• Dunta Robinson – 90 to 89 OVR
• Sam Gado – 77 to 74 OVR
• Fred Smoot – 88 to 83 OVR
• Troy Williamson – 80 to 76 OVR
• Erasmus James – 86 to 82 OVR
• Kenechi Udeze – 82 to 80 OVR
• Andrew Walter – 78 to 76 OVR
• Eli Manning – 87 to 85 OVR
• Aaron Brooks – 80 to 79 OVR
• Tyler Brayton – 82 to 81 OVR
• Doug Gabriel – 82 to 80 OVR
• Chester Taylor – 88 to 87 OVR
• Ken Lucas – 91 to 88 OVR
• Nate Burleson – 81 to 78 OVR
• Mike Williams – 75 to 74 OVR
• Warrick Dunn – 92 to 91 OVR
• Kevan Barlow – 82 to 80 OVR
• Matt Jones – 84 to 83 OVR
• Reggie Williams – 83 to 81 OVR
• Ernest Wilford – 82 to 80 OVR
• Boss Bailey – 87 to 81 OVR
• William James – 81 to 76 OVR
• Sam Madison – 89 to 87 OVR
• RW McQuarters – 83 to 80 OVR
• Lance Schulters – 83 to 80 OVR
• Jeff Feagles – 85 to 79 OVR
• Shawntae Spencer – 83 to 81 OVR
• Jeff Ulbrich – 85 to 82 OVR
• Brodrick Bunkley – 84 to 82 OVR
• Corey Bradford – 79 to 76 OVR
• Kalimba Edwards – 83 to 81 OVR
• Kennoy Kennedy – 85 to 82 OVR
• Chad Scott – 83 to 81 OVR
• Jerametrius Butler – 80 to 75 OVR
• Mark Tauscher – 95 to 93 OVR
• Robbie Tobeck – 88 to 83 OVR
• DeShaun Foster – 87 to 85 OVR
• Dan Morgan – 92 to 90 OVR
• Marcus Tubbs – 82 to 80 OVR
• Jake Delhomme – 89 to 87 OVR
• Byron Leftwich – 86 to 84 OVR
• Samari Rolle – 90 to 87 OVR
• Justin Miller – 84 to 81 OVR
• Floyd Womack – 86 to 81 OVR
• Ken Hamlin – 88 to 87 OVR
• Chris Gardocki – 89 to 79 OVR
• Mark Brunell – 85 to 81 OVR
• Troy Vincent – 85 to 80 OVR
• David Barrett – 86 to 83 OVR
• Danny Clark – 85 to 76 OVR
• Deshea Townsend – 86 to 84 OVR
• Ike Taylor – 85 to 83 OVR
• Santana Moss – 91 to 89 OVR
• Sebastian Janikowski – 87 to 84 OVR
• Sean Taylor – 94 to 93 OVR
• Marcus Johnson – 79 to 76 OVR
Ratings Adjustments – Up
• Devin Hester – 75 to 78 OVR
• Ovie Mughelli – 82 to 89 OVR
• Antonio Pierce – 91 to 93 OVR
• Robert Geathers – 82 to 83 OVR
• Rob Sims – 75 to 80 OVR
• Brett Keisel – 79 to 82 OVR
• Bryant McFadden – 80 to 82 OVR
• Larry Foote – 85 to 87 OVR
• James Farrior – 94 to 95 OVR
• Santonio Holmes – 77 to 80 OVR
• Josh Brown – 85 to 90 OVR
• Jason Campbell – 79 to 81 OVR
• Sean Locklear – 77 to 83 OVR
• Lofa Tatupu – 90 to 93 OVR
• Vernon Fox – 72 to 75 OVR
• Mark Simoneau – 77 to 80 OVR
• Scott Fujita – 84 to 86 OVR
• John Carney – 85 to 91 OVR
• Derrick Dockery – 79 to 81 OVR
• Hollis Thomas – 82 to 86 OVR
• Brian Young – 82 to 85 OVR
• Scott Shanle – 82 to 85 OVR
• Reggie Bush – 86 to 87 OVR
• Jahri Evans – 69 to 79 OVR
• Jamar Nesbit – 75 to 80 OVR
• Jon Stinchcomb – 71 to 77 OVR
• Lemar Marshall – 86 to 88 OVR
• Ladell Betts – 82 to 85 OVR
• Carlos Rogers – 84 to 87 OVR
• Ty Warren – 87 to 88 OVR
• Fakhir Brown – 82 to 84 OVR
• Tye Hill – 82 to 83 OVR
• OJ Atogwe – 82 to 83 OVR
• Tully Banta Cain – 77 to 82 OVR
• Dawan Landry – 79 to 83 OVR
• Kelly Gregg – 87 to 89 OVR
• Haloti Ngata – 85 to 86 OVR
• Bart Scott – 88 to 91 OVR
• Adalius Thomas – 88 to 91 OVR
• Dre Bly – 89 to 90 OVR
• Asante Samuel – 87 to 94 OVR
• Terrence Holt – 77 to 81 OVR
• Daniel Bullocks – 78 to 79 OVR
• Gerald Sensabaugh – 75 to 78 OVR
• Leon Washington – 81 to 82 OVR
• Jerricho Cotchery – 83 to 85 OVR
• Andre Dyson – 85 to 87 OVR
• Laveranues Coles – 90 to 92 OVR
• Kerry Rhodes – 91 to 92 OVR
• Bryan Thomas – 82 to 85 OVR
• Gibril Wilson – 87 to 89 OVR
• Quinn Gray – 68 to 72 OVR
• Mathias Kiwanuka – 81 to 84 OVR
• Barry Cofield – 76 to 78 OVR
• Jim Finn – 74 to 83 OVR
• Daryl Smith – 82 to 83 OVR
• Brandon Moore – 83 to 85 OVR
• Josh Mallard – 68 to 71 OVR
• Jerious Norwood – 82 to 84 OVR
• Demorrio Williams – 79 to 84 OVR
• Brian Dawkins – 96 to 97 OVR
• Juqua Thomas – 70 to 77 OVR
• Hank Baskett – 75 to 78 OVR
• Richard Marshall – 80 to 82 OVR
• Lito Sheppard – 88 to 93 OVR
• Brian Westbrook – 91 to 93 OVR
• Aaron Kampman – 91 to 92 OVR
• Walt Harris – 85 to 86 OVR
• Roy Williams – 92 to 93 OVR
• Alex Lewis – 71 to 75 OVR
• Paris Lenon – 77 to 79 OVR
• Bobby McCray – 80 to 82 OVR
• Mike Furrey – 80 to 85 OVR
• Ernie Simms – 85 to 87 OVR
• Steven Jackson – 92 to 94 OVR
• Jamaal Jackson – 83 to 85 OVR
• Omar Gaither – 66 to 76 OVR
• Justin Fargas – 76 to 79 OVR
• Trevor Pryce – 90 to 92 OVR
• DJ Hackett – 76 to 79 OVR
• Marques Colston – 86 to 87 OVR
• Devery Henderson – 80 to 82 OVR
• Drew Brees – 93 to 94 OVR
• Terrance Copper – 73 to 74 OVR
• Ronald Curry – 77 to 79 OVR
• Sam Williams – 77 to 81 OVR
• Stuart Schweigert – 85 to 86 OVR
• Kirk Morrison – 86 to 88 OVR
• Michael Huff – 85 to 87 OVR
• Thomas Howard – 81 to 85 OVR
• Chris Hope – 86 to 90 OVR
• Travis Henry – 86 to 88 OVR
• Vince Young – 84 to 86 OVR
• Pacman Jones – 82 to 84 OVR
• Kevin Williams – 95 to 97 OVR
• Darrion Scott – 76 to 80 OVR
• Andre Johnson – 93 to 94 OVR
• Billy McMullen – 72 to 75 OVR
• DeMeco Ryans – 83 to 89 OVR
• Ron Dayne – 78 to 81 OVR
• Kerry Rhodes – 88 to 92 OVR
• Mike Karney – 81 to 85 OVR
• EJ Henderson – 84 to 86 OVR
• Cedric Benson – 80 to 85 OVR
• Domata Peko – 73 to 76 OVR
• Landon Johnson – 83 to 85 OVR
• Caleb Miller – 73 to 75 OVR
• JP Losman – 78 to 81 OVR
• London Fletcher – 92 to 95 OVR
• Jason Peters – 82 to 86 OVR
• Lee Evans – 87 to 88 OVR
• Ko Simpson – 76 to 79 OVR
• Cedric Griffin – 79 to 82 OVR
• Jay Cutler – 81 to 84 OVR
• Brandon Marshall – 76 to 78 OVR
• Elvis Dumervil – 81 to 82 OVR
• Curome Cox – 70 to 75 OVR
• Mike Bell – 80 to 82 OVR
• Jason Elam – 91 to 97 OVR
• Derek Anderson – 65 to 73 OVR
• Kamerion Wimbley – 85 to 86 OVR
• Daven Holly – 66 to 75 OVR
• Tim Rattay – 75 to 77 OVR
• Jermaine Phillips – 85 to 87 OVR
• Bryant Johnson – 81 to 84 OVR
• Anquan Boldin – 93 to 94 OVR
• Darnell Dockett – 86 to 88 OVR
• Al Harris – 91 to 93 OVR
• Charles Woodson – 87 to 89 OVR
• Tyrone Culver – 67 to 72 OVR
• Donald Driver – 90 to 92 OVR
• Patrick Dendy – 70 to 73 OVR
• Corey Williams – 81 to 84 OVR
• AJ Hawk – 87 to 88 OVR
• Vernand Morency – 78 to 82 OVR
• Ruvell Martin – 68 to 75 OVR
• Cullen Jenkins – 78 to 80 OVR
• Marcus McNeil – 78 to 89 OVR
• Kris Dielman – 84 to 89 OVR
• Shaun Phillips – 81 to 82 OVR
• Donnie Edwards – 91 to 93 OVR
• Jacques Cesaire – 74 to 76 OVR
• Philip Rivers – 86 to 87 OVR
• Larry Johnson – 95 to 96 OVR
• Samie Parker – 76 to 77 OVR
• Jarrad Page – 70 to 73 OVR
• Ron Edwards – 77 to 79 OVR
• Kawika Mitchell – 85 to 86 OVR
• Joseph Addai – 84 to 86 OVR
• Bob Sanders – 94 to 95 OVR
• Adam Vinatieri – 97 to 98 OVR
• Reggie Wayne – 93 to 94 OVR
• Antoine Bethea – 81 to 83 OVR
• Mark Clayton – 85 to 86 OVR
• Cory Redding – 81 to 84 OVR
• Jake Scott – 78 to 82 OVR
• Ryan Lilja – 78 to 80 OVR
• Nick Hardwick – 87 to 89 OVR
• Nate Kaeding – 87 to 89 OVR
• Aaron Moorehead – 71 to 73 OVR
• Patrick Crayton – 77 to 80 OVR
• Tony Romo – 82 to 84 OVR
• Sam Hurd – 68 to 70 OVR
• Demarcus Ware – 87 to 90 OVR
• Bradie James – 85 to 86 OVR
• Marion Barber – 85 to 87 OVR
• Mat McBriar – 86 to 90 OVR
• Cleo Lemon – 65 to 70 OVR
• Jason Taylor – 97 to 98 OVR
• Jammal Brown – 86 to 92 OVR
• Frank Gore – 86 to 92 OVR
• Nnamdi Asomugha – 84 to 91 OVR
• Fabian Washington – 81 to 86 OVR
• Terdell Sands – 77 to 82 OVR
• Tommy Kelly – 78 to 81 OVR
• Jordan Babineaux – 77 to 81 OVR
• Jeff Garcia – 80 to 82 OVR
Injured Reserve
• Donovin Darius on IR
• Chris Perry on IR
• Junior Seau on IR
• Mike Flanagan on IR
• Sage Rosenfels on IR
• Mike Bartrum on IR
• Adam Treu on IR
• Eugene Wilson on IR
• BJ Sams on IR
• Kevin Sampson on IR
• Josh Scobey on IR
• Daunte Culpepper on IR
• Pisa Tinoisamao on IR
• Patrick Pass on IR
• Tommie Harris on IR
• Malcolm Floyd on IR
• Nick Sorensen on IR
• D’Qwell Jackson on IR
• Mike Rucker on IR
• Mike Montgomery on IR
• Jeno James on IR
• Spencer Johnson on IR
• Mike Wahle on IR
• Alvis Whitted on IR
• Dan Wilkinson on IR
• Kyle Turley on IR
• Keith Traylor on IR
• Michael Strahan on IR
• Luke Pettigout on IR
• Chad Morton on IR
• Marcus Washington on IR
• Jerry Porter on IR
• Alan Zemaitas on IR
• DD Lewis on IR
• Cecil Sapp on IR
• Courtney Brown on IR
• Will Svitek on IR
• Ryan Hannam on IR
• Sammy Davis on IR
• Byron Leftwich on IR
• Tim Dwight on IR
• Fernando Bryant on IR
• Will Blackmon on IR
• Justin Hartwig on IR
• Musa Smith on IR
• Christian Fauria on IR
• Ernie Conwell on IR
• Kelly Herndon on IR
• Antwan Odom on IR
• Ben Troupe on IR
• Anthony Weaver on IR
• Rashad Butler on IR
• Scott Peters on IR
• Kevin Jones on IR
• Willie Reid on IR
• David Macklin on IR
Transactions
• CB Pete Hunter added to Seahawks
• OL Chris Terry added to Chiefs
• CB Cortland Finnegan added to Titans
• TE Zach Hilton released to free agency
• QB Koy Detmer added to Eagles
• HB Chris Taylor added to Texans
• WR Darius Watts added to Giants
• P Todd Sauerbrun added to Patriots
• CB Mike Rumph released to free agency
• S Deke Cooper added to 49ers
• WR Derrick Lewis released to free agency
• WR Az Hakim added to Chargers
• WR Doug Gabriel released/signed by Raiders
• CB Derrick Strait released/signed by Panthers
• LB Roy Manning added to Bills
• HB Duce Staley released to free agency
• K Nick Novak released to free agency
• K Shaun Suisham signed by Redskins
• LB Jay Foreman added to 49ers
• S Tony Parrish released/signed by Cowboys
• HB Quincy Wilson added to Bengals
• CB Jeff Shoate added to Broncos
• CB Darrent Williams removed from game
• C Anthony Oakley added to Bears
• WR Miles Austin added to Cowboys
• S Abram Elam added to Cowboys
• WR Carlyle Holiday added to Packers
• CB Patrick Dendy added to Packers
• WR John Madsen added to Raiders
• HB Cory Ross added to Ravens
• CB Ray Mickens added to Patriots
• HB Jamal Robertson added to Falcons
• TE Ben Hartsock added to Titans
• LB Rocky Boiman added to Colts
• K Martin Gramatica added to Cowboys
• K Mike Vanderjagt released to free agency
• CB BJ Tucker added to 49ers
• LB Hannibal Navies added to 49ers
• OL Steve Edwards added to Giants
Ratings Adjustments – Down
• Adam Archuleta – 85 to 81 OVR
• Terrence McGee – 85 to 81 OVR
• Jake Plummer – 87 to 83 OVR
• TJ Duckett – 82 to 80 OVR
• Rod Smith – 86 to 84 OVR
• George Foster – 86 to 84 OVR
• Reuben Droughns – 86 to 83 OVR
• Edgerrin James – 94 to 92 OVR
• Marquand Manuel – 80 to 76 OVR
• Bubba Franks – 83 to 81 OVR
• David Martin – 81 to 79 OVR
• Nick Collins – 86 to 84 OVR
• Ben Taylor – 81 to 78 OVR
• Scott Wells – 86 to 82 OVR
• Roman Oben – 86 to 84 OVR
• Trent Green – 90 to 84 OVR
• Dante Hall – 77 to 74 OVR
• Kyle Turley – 85 to 81 OVR
• John Welbourn – 86 to 81 OVR
• Ty Law – 94 to 92 OVR
• Anthony McFarland – 90 to 88 OVR
• Raheem Brock – 85 to 83 OVR
• Terrell Owens – 96 to 94 OVR
• Terence Newman – 89 to 88 OVR
• Drew Bledsoe – 85 to 83 OVR
• Daunte Culpepper – 87 to 86 OVR
• Joey Harrington – 78 to 76 OVR
• Toniu Fonoti – 80 to 76 OVR
• Chris Chambers – 89 to 88 OVR
• Ronnie Brown – 91 to 90 OVR
• Jeno James – 85 to 82 OVR
• Kendyl Jacox – 83 to 81 OVR
• LJ Shelton – 84 to 81 OVR
• LaMont Jordan – 87 to 86 OVR
• Randy Moss – 94 to 92 OVR
• Dunta Robinson – 90 to 89 OVR
• Sam Gado – 77 to 74 OVR
• Fred Smoot – 88 to 83 OVR
• Troy Williamson – 80 to 76 OVR
• Erasmus James – 86 to 82 OVR
• Kenechi Udeze – 82 to 80 OVR
• Andrew Walter – 78 to 76 OVR
• Eli Manning – 87 to 85 OVR
• Aaron Brooks – 80 to 79 OVR
• Tyler Brayton – 82 to 81 OVR
• Doug Gabriel – 82 to 80 OVR
• Chester Taylor – 88 to 87 OVR
• Ken Lucas – 91 to 88 OVR
• Nate Burleson – 81 to 78 OVR
• Mike Williams – 75 to 74 OVR
• Warrick Dunn – 92 to 91 OVR
• Kevan Barlow – 82 to 80 OVR
• Matt Jones – 84 to 83 OVR
• Reggie Williams – 83 to 81 OVR
• Ernest Wilford – 82 to 80 OVR
• Boss Bailey – 87 to 81 OVR
• William James – 81 to 76 OVR
• Sam Madison – 89 to 87 OVR
• RW McQuarters – 83 to 80 OVR
• Lance Schulters – 83 to 80 OVR
• Jeff Feagles – 85 to 79 OVR
• Shawntae Spencer – 83 to 81 OVR
• Jeff Ulbrich – 85 to 82 OVR
• Brodrick Bunkley – 84 to 82 OVR
• Corey Bradford – 79 to 76 OVR
• Kalimba Edwards – 83 to 81 OVR
• Kennoy Kennedy – 85 to 82 OVR
• Chad Scott – 83 to 81 OVR
• Jerametrius Butler – 80 to 75 OVR
• Mark Tauscher – 95 to 93 OVR
• Robbie Tobeck – 88 to 83 OVR
• DeShaun Foster – 87 to 85 OVR
• Dan Morgan – 92 to 90 OVR
• Marcus Tubbs – 82 to 80 OVR
• Jake Delhomme – 89 to 87 OVR
• Byron Leftwich – 86 to 84 OVR
• Samari Rolle – 90 to 87 OVR
• Justin Miller – 84 to 81 OVR
• Floyd Womack – 86 to 81 OVR
• Ken Hamlin – 88 to 87 OVR
• Chris Gardocki – 89 to 79 OVR
• Mark Brunell – 85 to 81 OVR
• Troy Vincent – 85 to 80 OVR
• David Barrett – 86 to 83 OVR
• Danny Clark – 85 to 76 OVR
• Deshea Townsend – 86 to 84 OVR
• Ike Taylor – 85 to 83 OVR
• Santana Moss – 91 to 89 OVR
• Sebastian Janikowski – 87 to 84 OVR
• Sean Taylor – 94 to 93 OVR
• Marcus Johnson – 79 to 76 OVR
Ratings Adjustments – Up
• Devin Hester – 75 to 78 OVR
• Ovie Mughelli – 82 to 89 OVR
• Antonio Pierce – 91 to 93 OVR
• Robert Geathers – 82 to 83 OVR
• Rob Sims – 75 to 80 OVR
• Brett Keisel – 79 to 82 OVR
• Bryant McFadden – 80 to 82 OVR
• Larry Foote – 85 to 87 OVR
• James Farrior – 94 to 95 OVR
• Santonio Holmes – 77 to 80 OVR
• Josh Brown – 85 to 90 OVR
• Jason Campbell – 79 to 81 OVR
• Sean Locklear – 77 to 83 OVR
• Lofa Tatupu – 90 to 93 OVR
• Vernon Fox – 72 to 75 OVR
• Mark Simoneau – 77 to 80 OVR
• Scott Fujita – 84 to 86 OVR
• John Carney – 85 to 91 OVR
• Derrick Dockery – 79 to 81 OVR
• Hollis Thomas – 82 to 86 OVR
• Brian Young – 82 to 85 OVR
• Scott Shanle – 82 to 85 OVR
• Reggie Bush – 86 to 87 OVR
• Jahri Evans – 69 to 79 OVR
• Jamar Nesbit – 75 to 80 OVR
• Jon Stinchcomb – 71 to 77 OVR
• Lemar Marshall – 86 to 88 OVR
• Ladell Betts – 82 to 85 OVR
• Carlos Rogers – 84 to 87 OVR
• Ty Warren – 87 to 88 OVR
• Fakhir Brown – 82 to 84 OVR
• Tye Hill – 82 to 83 OVR
• OJ Atogwe – 82 to 83 OVR
• Tully Banta Cain – 77 to 82 OVR
• Dawan Landry – 79 to 83 OVR
• Kelly Gregg – 87 to 89 OVR
• Haloti Ngata – 85 to 86 OVR
• Bart Scott – 88 to 91 OVR
• Adalius Thomas – 88 to 91 OVR
• Dre Bly – 89 to 90 OVR
• Asante Samuel – 87 to 94 OVR
• Terrence Holt – 77 to 81 OVR
• Daniel Bullocks – 78 to 79 OVR
• Gerald Sensabaugh – 75 to 78 OVR
• Leon Washington – 81 to 82 OVR
• Jerricho Cotchery – 83 to 85 OVR
• Andre Dyson – 85 to 87 OVR
• Laveranues Coles – 90 to 92 OVR
• Kerry Rhodes – 91 to 92 OVR
• Bryan Thomas – 82 to 85 OVR
• Gibril Wilson – 87 to 89 OVR
• Quinn Gray – 68 to 72 OVR
• Mathias Kiwanuka – 81 to 84 OVR
• Barry Cofield – 76 to 78 OVR
• Jim Finn – 74 to 83 OVR
• Daryl Smith – 82 to 83 OVR
• Brandon Moore – 83 to 85 OVR
• Josh Mallard – 68 to 71 OVR
• Jerious Norwood – 82 to 84 OVR
• Demorrio Williams – 79 to 84 OVR
• Brian Dawkins – 96 to 97 OVR
• Juqua Thomas – 70 to 77 OVR
• Hank Baskett – 75 to 78 OVR
• Richard Marshall – 80 to 82 OVR
• Lito Sheppard – 88 to 93 OVR
• Brian Westbrook – 91 to 93 OVR
• Aaron Kampman – 91 to 92 OVR
• Walt Harris – 85 to 86 OVR
• Roy Williams – 92 to 93 OVR
• Alex Lewis – 71 to 75 OVR
• Paris Lenon – 77 to 79 OVR
• Bobby McCray – 80 to 82 OVR
• Mike Furrey – 80 to 85 OVR
• Ernie Simms – 85 to 87 OVR
• Steven Jackson – 92 to 94 OVR
• Jamaal Jackson – 83 to 85 OVR
• Omar Gaither – 66 to 76 OVR
• Justin Fargas – 76 to 79 OVR
• Trevor Pryce – 90 to 92 OVR
• DJ Hackett – 76 to 79 OVR
• Marques Colston – 86 to 87 OVR
• Devery Henderson – 80 to 82 OVR
• Drew Brees – 93 to 94 OVR
• Terrance Copper – 73 to 74 OVR
• Ronald Curry – 77 to 79 OVR
• Sam Williams – 77 to 81 OVR
• Stuart Schweigert – 85 to 86 OVR
• Kirk Morrison – 86 to 88 OVR
• Michael Huff – 85 to 87 OVR
• Thomas Howard – 81 to 85 OVR
• Chris Hope – 86 to 90 OVR
• Travis Henry – 86 to 88 OVR
• Vince Young – 84 to 86 OVR
• Pacman Jones – 82 to 84 OVR
• Kevin Williams – 95 to 97 OVR
• Darrion Scott – 76 to 80 OVR
• Andre Johnson – 93 to 94 OVR
• Billy McMullen – 72 to 75 OVR
• DeMeco Ryans – 83 to 89 OVR
• Ron Dayne – 78 to 81 OVR
• Kerry Rhodes – 88 to 92 OVR
• Mike Karney – 81 to 85 OVR
• EJ Henderson – 84 to 86 OVR
• Cedric Benson – 80 to 85 OVR
• Domata Peko – 73 to 76 OVR
• Landon Johnson – 83 to 85 OVR
• Caleb Miller – 73 to 75 OVR
• JP Losman – 78 to 81 OVR
• London Fletcher – 92 to 95 OVR
• Jason Peters – 82 to 86 OVR
• Lee Evans – 87 to 88 OVR
• Ko Simpson – 76 to 79 OVR
• Cedric Griffin – 79 to 82 OVR
• Jay Cutler – 81 to 84 OVR
• Brandon Marshall – 76 to 78 OVR
• Elvis Dumervil – 81 to 82 OVR
• Curome Cox – 70 to 75 OVR
• Mike Bell – 80 to 82 OVR
• Jason Elam – 91 to 97 OVR
• Derek Anderson – 65 to 73 OVR
• Kamerion Wimbley – 85 to 86 OVR
• Daven Holly – 66 to 75 OVR
• Tim Rattay – 75 to 77 OVR
• Jermaine Phillips – 85 to 87 OVR
• Bryant Johnson – 81 to 84 OVR
• Anquan Boldin – 93 to 94 OVR
• Darnell Dockett – 86 to 88 OVR
• Al Harris – 91 to 93 OVR
• Charles Woodson – 87 to 89 OVR
• Tyrone Culver – 67 to 72 OVR
• Donald Driver – 90 to 92 OVR
• Patrick Dendy – 70 to 73 OVR
• Corey Williams – 81 to 84 OVR
• AJ Hawk – 87 to 88 OVR
• Vernand Morency – 78 to 82 OVR
• Ruvell Martin – 68 to 75 OVR
• Cullen Jenkins – 78 to 80 OVR
• Marcus McNeil – 78 to 89 OVR
• Kris Dielman – 84 to 89 OVR
• Shaun Phillips – 81 to 82 OVR
• Donnie Edwards – 91 to 93 OVR
• Jacques Cesaire – 74 to 76 OVR
• Philip Rivers – 86 to 87 OVR
• Larry Johnson – 95 to 96 OVR
• Samie Parker – 76 to 77 OVR
• Jarrad Page – 70 to 73 OVR
• Ron Edwards – 77 to 79 OVR
• Kawika Mitchell – 85 to 86 OVR
• Joseph Addai – 84 to 86 OVR
• Bob Sanders – 94 to 95 OVR
• Adam Vinatieri – 97 to 98 OVR
• Reggie Wayne – 93 to 94 OVR
• Antoine Bethea – 81 to 83 OVR
• Mark Clayton – 85 to 86 OVR
• Cory Redding – 81 to 84 OVR
• Jake Scott – 78 to 82 OVR
• Ryan Lilja – 78 to 80 OVR
• Nick Hardwick – 87 to 89 OVR
• Nate Kaeding – 87 to 89 OVR
• Aaron Moorehead – 71 to 73 OVR
• Patrick Crayton – 77 to 80 OVR
• Tony Romo – 82 to 84 OVR
• Sam Hurd – 68 to 70 OVR
• Demarcus Ware – 87 to 90 OVR
• Bradie James – 85 to 86 OVR
• Marion Barber – 85 to 87 OVR
• Mat McBriar – 86 to 90 OVR
• Cleo Lemon – 65 to 70 OVR
• Jason Taylor – 97 to 98 OVR
• Jammal Brown – 86 to 92 OVR
• Frank Gore – 86 to 92 OVR
• Nnamdi Asomugha – 84 to 91 OVR
• Fabian Washington – 81 to 86 OVR
• Terdell Sands – 77 to 82 OVR
• Tommy Kelly – 78 to 81 OVR
• Jordan Babineaux – 77 to 81 OVR
• Jeff Garcia – 80 to 82 OVR
Tuesday, December 19, 2006
Two more classic stadiums went live today for the XBOX Live Marketplace.
The two new stadiums are Classic Giants Stadium and Classic Steelers Stadium. Take a look at the screen shots below to get an idea of what they look like.
New York Giants
Pittsburgh Steelers
Each stadium will cost you 300 points on the XBOX Live Marketplace.
New York Giants
Pittsburgh Steelers
Each stadium will cost you 300 points on the XBOX Live Marketplace.
Madden Nation Season 2 Podcast (Week 1): DJ Rhude Interview
Madden Nation Season 2 Contestant Discusses His Experiences on the Show.
After every Madden Nation Season 2 airing, the Madden community is ablaze with discussion about the drama that has unfolded each week on the bus. As Season 2 competitors depart, we’ll get the inside story straight from the cast members themselves to hear their take on what happened behind the scenes.
Madden Nation Season 2 Podcast - Week 1
Recently departed Madden Nation Season 2 cast member DJ Rhude took a few minutes to talk with us about his experience on the tour. He discussed his Madden background, meeting Michael Strahan, and what it meant for the Madden community to have one of their own representing hardcore sim-style players on the Madden Nation bus.
To hear DJ Rhude's thoughts while on the bus, click on the link below.
http://www.easports.com/madden07/news.jsp?id=mn2_podcastWednesday, December 13, 2006
Packwolf Previews Madden Nation 2
Packwolf talks about his experience from Madden Nation show 1. It's a good read from an every day normal family guy who likes to play Madden as a hobby and not worry about the money.
As Madden Nation Season 2 debuts, it's a good time to look back at some memories from season one. We spoke with season one cast member Packwolf about his experience on the show, what it takes to win, and his thoughts on what to look forward to in season two. The following is part one of our two part interview with Packwolf.
http://www.easports.com/article.jsp?id=packwolf
As Madden Nation Season 2 debuts, it's a good time to look back at some memories from season one. We spoke with season one cast member Packwolf about his experience on the show, what it takes to win, and his thoughts on what to look forward to in season two. The following is part one of our two part interview with Packwolf.
EA SPORTS: Tell us about your Madden background prior to competing in season one of Madden Nation.
Packwolf: I have been playing video sports football in general since the late 70's. I started with Odyssey II football and moved on to Intellivision football early in my sports gaming career. I was introduced to Madden in 1992 with John Madden Football for Super Nintendo . I have been a Madden head ever since. I have played locally for years, first in Chicago where I was born and raised in underground leagues and I have been playing in Portland Oregon recently, where I reside now. I have won many local awards and leagues. Madden Nation season one was my first chance to compete on a national level.
http://www.easports.com/article.jsp?id=packwolf
Wednesday, December 06, 2006
Redskins Playbook Released!!
For past 3 months VG Sports Writer, Kobra, has been hiding out in
the lab perfecting his game. This year he has been attracted to
the Redskins playbook and decided to put together his most
comprehensive breakdown to date.
If you are looking for a playbook that you can run different
types of schemes from, then the Redskins playbook is a great
choice. With the ability to run any scheme, you can keep your
opponent off balance.
For instance, if you run the compression offense, there are
several compressed formations within the playbook. These include
the I Form Close, Singleback 4WR Stack, and Singleback Trips
Bunch.
If you want to run a spread offense with no problem you will find
the Singleback 4WR Spread and Singleback Trips WR.
If you want to run a power run game scheme, the Redskins playbook
has got you covered with such power running formations as the I
Form Twin TE, Singleback Big Jumbo Wing, Strong H Twin TE, and
Weak I H Twin TE.
Here are just some of the things you will find in this guide:
Play Breakdowns Galore!!
Kobra breaks down a ton of plays from the Redskins playbooks.
Everything from 2 back sets to Singleback to Shotgun is covered
with insane detail!
Bump-n-Run Beaters
I went crazy in this section of the book on showing all types of
bump-n-run man beaters. You will want to spend a lot of time in
this section. Many different formations are covered in this
section of the book.
Routes Bumped, But Still Bump-n-Run Beaters
Despite this routes being jammed at the line of scrimmage, they
are still good routes to call to beat bump-n-run coverage.
Reading One Side Of The Field
This section will help those who have problems reading the whole
field once the ball is snapped. Instead of reading the whole
field, I show how to read half the field to help make things
easier.
Keying on a Defender
Rather reading the defense to see if it’s man or zone coverage, I
show how sometimes I key on a particular defender to decide on
where the ball needs to go.
Snap While the Play Screen is Still Up
A nice little trick to help you read the outside coverage quicker
and faster.
Dealing With 11 Man Coverage
A few tips that I use to deal with my opponent dropping 11 men
into pass coverage.
Formation Shifts
Kobra shows some plays he like to use formation shifts with. In
this section he doesn't go to crazy with it because throughout
the rest of playbook I show a lot of plays that have formation
shifts involved. However, there is still a good amount of plays
you will find here.
Motion Within The Redskins Formations
You can create a lot of unique formations in the Redskins
playbook.
Vision Cone & the Quick Pass
Believe it or not a lot of players don’t like the vision cone. In
this section of the book, I show how those who don’t like to use
the cone, can use the quick pass to avoid the using the cone.
Angle Fade Route
If you have the filmroom, you know about this route already.
RB Angle and Circle Route. Two of the best pass routes in the
game because of the low risk of the pass being picked off. The
Redskins playbook has plenty of these type of routes. Throw in
the fact they call be pulled, makes them that much more potent.
AND THIS IS JUST THE TIP OF THE ICEBERG!
To get more information about how you can get your hands on this
awesome guide, go to:
http://www.maddentips.com/redskins
the lab perfecting his game. This year he has been attracted to
the Redskins playbook and decided to put together his most
comprehensive breakdown to date.
If you are looking for a playbook that you can run different
types of schemes from, then the Redskins playbook is a great
choice. With the ability to run any scheme, you can keep your
opponent off balance.
For instance, if you run the compression offense, there are
several compressed formations within the playbook. These include
the I Form Close, Singleback 4WR Stack, and Singleback Trips
Bunch.
If you want to run a spread offense with no problem you will find
the Singleback 4WR Spread and Singleback Trips WR.
If you want to run a power run game scheme, the Redskins playbook
has got you covered with such power running formations as the I
Form Twin TE, Singleback Big Jumbo Wing, Strong H Twin TE, and
Weak I H Twin TE.
Here are just some of the things you will find in this guide:
Play Breakdowns Galore!!
Kobra breaks down a ton of plays from the Redskins playbooks.
Everything from 2 back sets to Singleback to Shotgun is covered
with insane detail!
Bump-n-Run Beaters
I went crazy in this section of the book on showing all types of
bump-n-run man beaters. You will want to spend a lot of time in
this section. Many different formations are covered in this
section of the book.
Routes Bumped, But Still Bump-n-Run Beaters
Despite this routes being jammed at the line of scrimmage, they
are still good routes to call to beat bump-n-run coverage.
Reading One Side Of The Field
This section will help those who have problems reading the whole
field once the ball is snapped. Instead of reading the whole
field, I show how to read half the field to help make things
easier.
Keying on a Defender
Rather reading the defense to see if it’s man or zone coverage, I
show how sometimes I key on a particular defender to decide on
where the ball needs to go.
Snap While the Play Screen is Still Up
A nice little trick to help you read the outside coverage quicker
and faster.
Dealing With 11 Man Coverage
A few tips that I use to deal with my opponent dropping 11 men
into pass coverage.
Formation Shifts
Kobra shows some plays he like to use formation shifts with. In
this section he doesn't go to crazy with it because throughout
the rest of playbook I show a lot of plays that have formation
shifts involved. However, there is still a good amount of plays
you will find here.
Motion Within The Redskins Formations
You can create a lot of unique formations in the Redskins
playbook.
Vision Cone & the Quick Pass
Believe it or not a lot of players don’t like the vision cone. In
this section of the book, I show how those who don’t like to use
the cone, can use the quick pass to avoid the using the cone.
Angle Fade Route
If you have the filmroom, you know about this route already.
RB Angle and Circle Route. Two of the best pass routes in the
game because of the low risk of the pass being picked off. The
Redskins playbook has plenty of these type of routes. Throw in
the fact they call be pulled, makes them that much more potent.
AND THIS IS JUST THE TIP OF THE ICEBERG!
To get more information about how you can get your hands on this
awesome guide, go to:
http://www.maddentips.com/redskins
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