Beercloud wrote:
One thing ive noticed (in a small sample size) is that it seems like some speed backs are out running their blockers. You guys who have a lot of seasons under their belt can chime in on this.
But if that's the case, that's a really kool aspect to the game.
This would actually make me question the game code more. Before everyone reacts, let me explain. I like fast backs and I like backs that accelerate quickly, but I also like smart backs and backs that are good ball carriers. If a fast back is outrunning his blockers simply because he is fast, then what's the point of the other skills during a running play. If straight line speed is all that matters, I'm better off just running it up the middle each time with a back that can accelerate to the second level before the DL can react and never running the ball to the outside.
Maybe jdavidbakr can qualify this response. Do intelligence, ball carrying, or discipline help a back determine the hole or wait for his blockers at all?