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Madden NFL 08: Online Skill Guide: Read a Defense

By: Michael Ware - Published March 21, 2008 at 11:44 AM EST - Writer Archive


Here are two more plays out of the Atlanta playbook to counter the different defenses thrown at you in this years game.

Shotgun Trio- Cross Punch: This is a great play against any defense. In my opinion this is the best play on the game. I only make one adjustment on this play and thats sending the far left WR on a streak. The TE and the inside right WR cross up the defenders in man coverage, freeing up your WR EVERYTIME!! Also look to for your slot receiver across the middle or your far left WR one on one deep if the defense is in zone. The half back is a good safety valve in case you get into trouble. I like to come out in this play and make as many hot routes as possible to give the defense a different look. I've litterally driven the field using only this play.


Shotgun Trio- HB Draw: This play is exceptionally well to catch the defense off guard. This is normally the first play I call of every game, just to see how the defense is going to play me. If they send a outside blitz, I can hit the middle for some easy yards.

Take these tactics to practice mode and perfect them. Learn to be able to find holes in the defense pre snap and take advantage after the snap using quick reads. Once you learn this you'll be marching down the field like the New England Patriots in no time!

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