Madden NFL 12 Franchise Mode Details, More Coming Monday (IGN)

[goalieump413]

It looks like Franchise and Superstar modes will now operate from the same player management system, as dynamic player performance, player roles, and other player characteristics will progress in the same fashion.

I also noticed that the info we've been given has only dealt with how players ratings and performance work, so nothing real substantial from the coaching or front office side until next week I suppose.

Bottom line for me: It looks like they really put a lot of effort into rebuilding things, not just adjusting what was already there.

[goh]

This is fantastic. I mentioned it in the topic about how the AI drafts and used the example the AI wouldn't have taken Gabbert for the Jags and had him sit because there was no learning process. Now there is and it has an effect on drafting.

I'm wondering if there's more than one role per player though.
49ers with Kaepernick for example. He's a playmaker,project player and QB of the future so what does he get? They drafted Aldon Smith in round 1 to be a pass rusher so does he get that and 1st round pick?

On the other hand will the AI pass things up they shouldn't with this? If we re-did the real draft that just happend,with this system it seems as if the Panthers wouldn't have taken Newton. I'm under the impression they shouldn't have (not that I think he'll be a bust as such,I just don't think he fits there and he won't be good until he's with another team) but say they pass would the Bills? They'll have to know when it's time to give up on what they have for this to be fully successful but it should be a wonderful upgrade regardless.

[BezO]

Sounds good. A few things though...

Fumble prone as a role? They could've left that to the ratings.

Pass rusher? I hope this means more, realistic defensive moves and a better, quicker edge rush.

I hope I'm happy enough with the gameplay to get into a franchise.

[goalieump413]

Quote: Originally Posted by JayD

...Also hope that with player roles and dynamic performance there will be position battles during the off and pre season.

We saw this in the Superstar Information thread where the flame icon was present for that rookie Cowboys HB. Maybe that's the reason why he was listed as the starter. A player on a hot streak would get preferential treatment in this system, where dynamic player performance temporarily moves him up on the depth chart.

[RGiles36]

Quote: Originally Posted by goh

I'm wondering if there's more than one role per player though. 49ers with Kaepernick for example. He's a playmaker,project player and QB of the future so what does he get? They drafted Aldon Smith in round 1 to be a pass rusher so does he get that and 1st round pick?

Yes, appears so. Look at some of the screens; could've sworn I saw a few names listed twice (Santonio Holmes I believe).

Edit:

Yup, Frank Gore has dual roles as does Pat Willis.

[erich20012001]

You can have more that one role per player. I saw LT had two with the Jets in one screen.

[canes21]

So, a little summary.

- Players can have multiple roles.
- Not all players get a role. You have to 'qualify' for it in the off season.
- Player roles can be positive or negative.
- Streaks only last 3 weeks to limit inflated stats and ratings.
- There are consistency and confidence ratings.
- Player performance can affect a players confidence which can also lead to better or worse performance.
- Inconsistent players can see their ratings go up or down 20 points in the most extreme cases.
- Payton Manning like players will only fluctuate a small amount if any throughout a season.
- Player roles actually have weight to them and matter to the AI when drafting and signing FA's.
- Apparently player roles also matter in trades now.

That sounds like it could really turn out to work great. Now taking that 75 overall player who is consistent might be the better idea over the 80 overall player who is as up and down as a diary.

[Danimal]

Quote: Originally Posted by mvb34

FYI EA Adrain Peterson only fumble one time last year.. I like what I'm hearing..... Finally Franchise Mode is back in Madden!!!!

You guys read the part where the reviewer said they had no idea if AP had the fumble prone rating right? That was his interpretation of who should have it.