I agree.
As an older gamer myself, I'm sure I'm bias. But I do believe that as the gaming public grows older, [and it's aged quite a bit already] people will much prefer, as realistic gaming experience as possible.
I try to remain levelheaded about whats possible with today's sports games. There will always be a certain amount of flaws. But I do know that myself as a younger gamer, I was more tolerant of some of the flaws I noticed. However now...some of those flaws I find intolerable.
I understand the need to have games be, "Pick up and play." But for the good of all, I think there should also be a place for the more experienced gamers to go within the games to get the most realistic experience.