Why do I get pancaked all the time on defense?

[ODogg]

Seriously, anyone know a way to avoid getting pancaked all the time if you are a defensive lineman?

[MagicMan1315]

In RTG or just regular play?

[ODogg]

Quote: Originally Posted by MagicMan1315

In RTG or just regular play?

In regular play

[InspectahDeck]

I get into trouble if I try to make a move to quickly after the snap. Most of the time I will try to get up field 2-3 steps before I try to get off the offensive lineman. If I try to beat him off the snap the majority of the time I get thrown flat on my face.

[MagicMan1315]

I have found that if I try to bull rush or spin move to quickly, then I get pancaked/thrown down. As far as stopping the run, I just engage the lineman and wait for the direction to move to.

I have also found just trying to run away from the block, even when already engaged, is better than trying a right stick move especially if my player isn't highly rated in spin move/bull rush.

But other times, there is nothing you can do.. Their o-line is in the Red (the player level thing) and I just get put on my *** time and time again.

[ViLLiO]

it takes a lot of patience

be sure to crash/shift accordingly. which way depends on the situation, personnel you're facing, and your opponent's tendencies... hope this helps

[DJ]

It happens to me a lot, too, and I control the MLB (player lock). As soon as I get engaged with an OL, I hit the turf most of the time. The other times, by the time I break free of the block, I'm way out of the play.

[buckeye02]

Better block shredding and strength?