Madden NFL 09 Strategy Guide

Madden Test

This is from the start of the game, and I didn’t ace on my first try, but this test means nothing as far as your skills playing a game. True, these skills are about half of what makes you a good player, but the other half is playcalling  and game management.
—– Rush Offense Part 1

Just run with your two blockers and let them hit each guy. Don’t run in front of them, and if you do you’ll need to use the move indicated. All you have to do is stop and let them block the defenders and then keep going. It’s very  easy and you do it four times.

*NOTE: It’s best to run straight, stopping to let your blockers catch up,  because if you run to the sides your blockers will probably fall blocking the  defenders.*

Rush Offense Part 2

Throw in an extra blocker and send the defenders in faster. Again, just run straight, let your blockers go in front of you, and you’ll be done in no  time. If in doubt, just stop and let your guys catch up. After three rounds  you may need to rely on your moves, just a warning.
Rush Offense Part 3

Looks like part 1, but the defenders appear faster than in part 2. You can try to use your blockers only, but more than once you’ll need to use your moves. —–
—– Pass Offense Part 1

You have three linemen, a WR, and you’re the QB. There is one corner and one  d-lineman on defense. The goal is simple, you are given the route, so now sit in the pocket and wait to complete the pass. Repeat, YOU STAY IN THE POCKET, which is the circle behind the line – go out and the play ends.

*NOTE: You wait for the receiver to make his cut in the route, then throw.*
Pass Offense Part 2

Now you are given an extra WR and more defenders. The routes are still on the field, so wait for one or the other to be open, then throw or the linemen will get you.
Pass Offense Part 3

Now you have no routes and a TE. The goal is to wait for someone to get open, then throw. I’m not sure what this proves, as sometimes a WR will get open and then run to where he isn’t open, but oh well. —–

—– Rush Defense Part 1

This is tricky because no matter what you need to use the right stick to tackle. First you need to trap the runner with your friend, usually he will  take the first try and then you come in from a more outside angle. You have to use the stick or he will slip out no matter what. Don’t forget you can  sprint too.

*NOTE: How you run at him to start usually determines which direction he will run. A good tactic is to run to the blockers, then sprint to the RB who is  hopefully running to the sidelines.*
Rush Defense Part 2

You may have other buttons to use, but it’s basically the same. This time  it’s usually best to run at a more inside angle, but be ready for him to  move, but he usually doesn’t.
Rush Defense Part 3

This one is tough, and I honestly don’t have a sure-fire way to get through it myself. I know it’s not wise to go too far outside or he just cuts up the  middle of the field. You’ll have to chase him to the sideline, probably at  half-speed, and then you cut inside. And remember to press the correct button  or it’s all for nothing. —–
—– Pass Defense Part 1

This one sucks a ton. For one, ignore the playart before the snap. For two you cannot change to the LB or CB, you just have to play who you got.

Playing CB is probably new to everyone, even veteran players. Your best bet is to just give the receiver some space to either run up or inside, then put on the jets to swat (no use trying to intercept unless you’re told to).

Playing LB means you must rush the passer, which is hard because you are sure to get blocked. Luckily, you can rush and then switch to the CB to go for  the swat, which is your best play by far. You could try to cover with the LB, but it’s very hard.

Pass Defense Part 2

There are a few more positions, but it’s essentially the same as the last one.
Pass Defense Part 3

This one is actually pretty easy. As the FS you just move up to take away one route, and then the QB has to go elsewhere. If to a CB you will need to switch and then defend; if to a guy in the flat you better hope someone is there to cover him or the pass is out of bounds. Remember, pass interference is not  called, so feel free to bump somebody. –