Welcome to Episode 7 of Ask Huddle! Each week, we break down your Madden questions to help you understand the game on a deeper level. If you have a question you'd like us to answer in a future episode, drop it in the comments below, our goal is always to help you win more games.
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Question #1 - How to use individual defensive adjustments?
Answer:
Individual defensive adjustments, especially the quick adjustment tool, are essential for setting up your defense efficiently and preventing your opponent from quick-snapping while you're still making changes.
You can adjust any defender by selecting them and pressing A (Xbox) / X (PlayStation), but using quick adjustments allows you to modify any defensive player without manually clicking onto them pre-snap. The best way to master this is by heading into Practice Mode and pressing the right stick down. This will display all available adjustments, helping you learn and execute them quickly during games.
Taking the time to get comfortable with these tools will make you a much better defensive player.
Question #2 - How to beat Cover 3?
Answer:
I want to start by noting that Cover 3 comes in several variations, including Cover 3 Sky, Cover 3 Cloud, Cover 3 Buzz, and Match-based Cover 3 defenses. Understanding which version you’re facing is key to attacking it effectively.
One of the best ways to beat Cover 3 — especially Cover 3 Sky — is with the Flood Concept. A few weeks ago, we discussed how to stop this concept, but today, we're flipping the script and showing how to use it to your advantage on offense.
The Flood Concept works by "flooding" one side of the field with three routes at different depths: a deep route, an intermediate route, and a shallow route. This forces the deep third and flat defenders into conflict, inevitably leaving one receiver open based on how the defense adjusts.
Check out the video to see exactly how to read the defense and make the right throw, plus a simple way to set up the Flood Concept for easy completions.
Question #3 - How to beat Cover 4 Match?
Answer:
In a recent episode, we covered how to attack Cover 4 Quarters over the top for an easy one-play touchdown. Today, we’re shifting our focus to attacking underneath for consistent yardage—forcing the defense to respect short throws, which then opens up big plays later in the game.
When opponents run Cover 4 Match from Dime formations, they’re relying on their user defender to cover everything between the numbers within 10-15 yards of the line of scrimmage. That’s simply too much ground for one player to cover.
The best way to exploit this is by attacking the short-to-intermediate areas in between the numbers and hash marks, to each side of the field. This forces the user to commit to one side, leaving the other wide open for easy completions.
Watch the video for simple, effective route combinations that will help you consistently move the ball against Cover 4 Match.
Question #4 - How to stop Jet Touch passes?
Answer:
The key to stopping Jet Touch Passes is preventing the receiver from getting outside your edge defenders. Certain defensive alignments and formations naturally do a better job of containing these plays, and in the video, we break down a simple yet effective way to shut them down using one of the top defensive setups in the game.
One common mistake players make is being too aggressive in trying to stop Jet Touch Passes. Overcommitting can leave other areas of the field vulnerable, leading to easy gains for the offense. Instead, disciplined play and proper pre-snap alignments are the best ways to limit this play’s effectiveness.
Question #5 - How to get onside kicks with the new kick meter?
Answer:
Earlier this year, we covered effective onside kick strategies using the traditional kick meter, where we utilized both high and low kicks to give our team a better chance at recovering the ball.
One question we’ve been asked a few times now is how to execute an onside kick with the new meter since regs players don’t have access to the traditional option.
While I haven’t found a highly effective high kick method with the new meter, the low kick technique we break down in the video is my favorite approach for maximizing our chance to recover the onside kick.
It’s important to note that no onside kick is ever guaranteed, regardless of which kick meter you’re using. However, by using the right technique, we can give ourselves the best possible shot at getting the ball back.
Thanks for tuning in again this week! If you have a question you'd like answered in a future episode, make sure to drop it in the comments below!
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