X-Factor

Bazooka

Quarterbacks with generational arms have the power to stretch any defense to its breaking point. When they enter the zone, their maximum throw distance is increased by 15+ yards.

X-Factor

Escape Artist

The slipperiest quarterbacks are capable of exploding out of the pocket at the slightest sign of trouble. When they enter the zone, their scramble speed is increased.

X-Factor

First One Free

Some players thrive on making defenders look silly. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their fakeout rate on the next juke, spin or hurdle.

X-Factor

Freight Train

Freight Trains are relentless runners who refuse to go down on first contact. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their chance to break the next tackle.

X-Factor

Run & Gun

Many passers use a combination of mobility and aggressiveness to make big plays. When they enter the zone, they have perfect accuracy while throwing on the run.

X-Factor

Truzz

The most effective ball carriers prioritize maintaining possession over all else. When they enter the zone, no tackles made against them will result in a fumble.

Superstar

Anchored Extender

While in the pocket, passers with this ability are almost guaranteed to break the first sack attempt by a blitzing defensive back.

Superstar

Dashing Deadeye

Passers with this ability have perfect accuracy on all throws under 40 yards while running outside the pocket (except on high/low throws).

Superstar

Fastbreak

Passers with this ability receive better blocking support on designed quarterback run plays.

Superstar

Gutsy Scrambler

Passers with this ability have a reduced chance to be impacted by throw penalties caused by defensive pressure while on the run

Superstar

Inside Deadeye

Passers with this ability have perfect accuracy on all throws inside the numbers (except on high/low throws).

Superstar

Juke Box

Ballcarriers with this ability have steerable juke animations.

Superstar

Lofting Deadeye

Passers with this ability have perfect accuracy on all lob or touch passes (except high/low and cross-body throws).

Superstar

No-Look Deadeye

Passers with this ability have perfect accuracy on all cross-body throws up to 20 yards (except on high/low throws).

Superstar

Red Zone Deadeye

Passers with this ability have perfect accuracy on all unpressured throws inside the red zone (except on high/low throws).

Superstar

Sideline Deadeye

Passers with this ability have perfect accuracy on all throws outside the numbers (except on high/low throws).

Superstar

Tight Out

Passers with this ability improve the catching prowess of all tight ends who are open on pass plays.

While in the pocket, passers with this ability are almost guaranteed to evade the first sack attempt by a blitzing defensive back.

Successful quarterbacks stay cool and stand confidently against the blitz. When they enter the zone, all blitzing linebackers and defensive backs are highlighted. Can be bluffed.

When in the pocket, passers with this ability are almost guaranteed to break the first sack attempt by any blitzing defender.

Ballcarriers with this ability have more powerful truck animations and a larger timing window for perfect trucks.

Locker room pep talks go a long way. Players with this ability can easily enter the Zone in the 2nd half.

When playing from behind, players with this ability can easily enter the Zone.

Passers with this ability can make all hot route and blocking adjustments twice as fast (excluding audibles).

Accurate passers know that ball placement is the difference between a touchdown and a turnover. When they enter the zone, all passes are thrown with perfect accuracy.

The best quarterbacks learn to take calculated risks. When they enter the zone, they can't be intercepted (by AI defenders) and have increased throw speed.

When playing at home, players with this ability can easily enter the Zone.

Passers with this ability have perfect accuracy on all deep throws while their feet are set (except on high/low throws).

Elite quarterbacks are molded by endless hours of film study. When they enter the zone, they have full vision of the secondary's defensive coverage before the snap.

Players with this ability are harder to knock out of The Zone

For great quarterbacks, vision and anticipation are paramount. When they enter the zone, their first open receiver is highlighted and they ignore defensive pressure.

Passers with this ability receive better pass blocking from their offensive linemen.

Passers with this ability have faster passing animations when they are throwing under pressure

Passers with this ability improve the catching prowess of all running backs who are open on pass plays.

Passers with this ability have an increased success rate when using pump fakes on double-move routes against zone coverage.

Ballcarriers with this ability have steerable spin animations.

During preplay, players with this ability will highlight any oncoming blitzers on 3rd and 4th downs. Can be bluffed.

X-Factor

Ankle Breaker

Truly devastating receiving threats are the ones that catch and can't be caught. When they enter the zone, they have increased fakeout rates on spin/juke/hurdle after the catch.

X-Factor

First One Free

Some players thrive on making defenders look silly. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their fakeout rate on the next juke, spin or hurdle.

X-Factor

Freight Train

Freight Trains are relentless runners who refuse to go down on first contact. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their chance to break the next tackle.

X-Factor

Max Security

A surehanded receiver is a quarterback's best friend. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their success rate (and decreases knockout chance) on possession catches.

X-Factor

Truzz

The most effective ball carriers prioritize maintaining possession over all else. When they enter the zone, no tackles made against them will result in a fumble.

Superstar

Arm Bar

Ballcarriers with this ability have more powerful stiff arm animations and have a larger timing window for landing perfect stiff arms.

Superstar

Backfield Mismatch

Running backs with this ability have better catch in traffic and route running when coming out of the backfield against linebackers and linemen.

Superstar

Backlash

Ballcarriers with this ability will cause increased fatigue penalties against their tackler when tackled via a non-conservative tackle.

Superstar

Bruiser

Ballcarriers with this ability have more powerful truck and stiff arm animations and a larger timing window for perfect attempts.

Superstar

Energizer

Ballcarriers with this ability will replenish a portion of their stamina upon successfully performing any skill move

Superstar

Evasive

Ballcarriers with this ability have steerable juke and spin animations.

Superstar

Goal Line Back

Running Backs with this ability receive improved blocking from their O-Line within 5 yards of the end zone

Superstar

Human Joystick

Ballcarriers with this ability can quickly shift momentum, change direction, and turn the corner without sacrificing speed.

Superstar

Juke Box

Ballcarriers with this ability have steerable juke animations.

Superstar

Matchup Nightmare

Receivers with this ability make sharper cuts and frequently win contested catches when covered by linebackers and linemen.

Superstar

Reach For It

Ballcarriers with this ability will frequently attempt to gain extra yards while being tackled

Superstar

Recuperation

Players with this ability will recover from the effects of Wear and Tear and fatigue at an increased rate between plays.

Superstar

Short In Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes less than 10 yards from the LoS, inside the numbers

Superstar

Short Out Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes less than 10 yards from the LoS, outside the numbers

Superstar

Steamroller

Ballcarriers with this ability retain more of their forward momentum during tackles while travelling at high speeds.

Superstar

Tank

Ballcarriers with this ability have an increased chance to break hit-stick tackle attempts made on them.

Avoid stumbling when carrying the ball

Ballcarriers with this ability have more powerful truck animations and a larger timing window for perfect trucks.

Locker room pep talks go a long way. Players with this ability can easily enter the Zone in the 2nd half.

After securing a RAC catch, ballcarriers with this ability can quickly shift momentum, change direction, and turn the corner without sacrificing speed.

Players with this ability are harder to knock out of The Zone

Receivers with this ability will react immediately and precisely to a user's playmaker inputs.

Ballcarriers with this ability have an increased chance to break the first tackle attempt on kick returns

Some running backs have the talent to be elite receivers. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their success rate on possession and RAC catches against single coverage.

Players with this ability have a chance to replenish their stamina, once per play, when it is half depleted

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes less than 10 yards from the LoS.

Ballcarriers with this ability have steerable spin animations.

Ballcarriers with this ability are effective at recovering from attempted tackles regardless of their current stamina.

Superstar

All Day

Blockers with this ability will allow less frequent shed attempts by their block target

Superstar

Arm Bar

Ballcarriers with this ability have more powerful stiff arm animations and have a larger timing window for landing perfect stiff arms.

Superstar

Backfield Mismatch

Running backs with this ability have better catch in traffic and route running when coming out of the backfield against linebackers and linemen.

Superstar

Energizer

Ballcarriers with this ability will replenish a portion of their stamina upon successfully performing any skill move

Superstar

Mid Out Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes 10-20 yards from the LoS, outside the numbers

Superstar

Nasty Streak

Blockers with this ability will frequently attempt and win impact blocks against linebackers and defensive backs when playing as a lineman or fullback.

Superstar

Reach For It

Ballcarriers with this ability will frequently attempt to gain extra yards while being tackled

Superstar

Recuperation

Players with this ability will recover from the effects of Wear and Tear and fatigue at an increased rate between plays.

Superstar

Screen Protector

Blockers with this ability will dominantly win impact blocks on screen plays

Superstar

Secure Protector

Blockers with this ability reduce a rusher's chances of using a quick block shed move.

Superstar

Steamroller

Ballcarriers with this ability retain more of their forward momentum during tackles while travelling at high speeds.

Superstar

Tank

Ballcarriers with this ability have an increased chance to break hit-stick tackle attempts made on them.

Avoid stumbling when carrying the ball

Ballcarriers with this ability have more powerful truck animations and a larger timing window for perfect trucks.

Blockers with this ability have stronger protection against dominant bull rush moves attempted by defenders

Players with this ability are harder to knock out of The Zone

Players with this ability have a chance to replenish their stamina, once per play, when it is half depleted

Ballcarriers with this ability are effective at recovering from attempted tackles regardless of their current stamina.

X-Factor

Ankle Breaker

Truly devastating receiving threats are the ones that catch and can't be caught. When they enter the zone, they have increased fakeout rates on spin/juke/hurdle after the catch.

X-Factor

Double Me

Aggressive receivers overpower defenders and attack the football. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their success rate on aggressive catches against single coverage.

X-Factor

First One Free

Some players thrive on making defenders look silly. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their fakeout rate on the next juke, spin or hurdle.

X-Factor

Max Security

A surehanded receiver is a quarterback's best friend. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their success rate (and decreases knockout chance) on possession catches.

X-Factor

RAC 'em Up

RAC receivers fight for every possible yard after making a catch. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their success rate on RAC catches against single coverage.

X-Factor

Wrecking Ball

Wrecking Ball runners don't avoid contact. They create it. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their success rate on trucks and stiff arms.

X-Factor

YAC 'Em Up

The best physical receivers don't just come down with the ball, they carry it home. When they enter the zone, they are nearly guaranteed to break their first post-catch tackle.

Superstar

Acrobat

Players with this ability are more likely to succeed at and attempt diving catches and swats.

Superstar

Bruiser

Ballcarriers with this ability have more powerful truck and stiff arm animations and a larger timing window for perfect attempts.

Superstar

Deep In Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes 20+ yards from the LoS, inside the numbers

Superstar

Deep Out Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes 20+ yards from the LoS, outside the numbers

Superstar

Energizer

Ballcarriers with this ability will replenish a portion of their stamina upon successfully performing any skill move

Superstar

Evasive

Ballcarriers with this ability have steerable juke and spin animations.

Superstar

Ironman

Players with this ability avoid any ratings penalties associated with playing outside of their primary position

Superstar

Juke Box

Ballcarriers with this ability have steerable juke animations.

Superstar

Matchup Nightmare

Receivers with this ability make sharper cuts and frequently win contested catches when covered by linebackers and linemen.

Superstar

Mid In Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes 10-20 yards from the LoS, inside the numbers

Superstar

Mid Out Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes 10-20 yards from the LoS, outside the numbers

Superstar

Reach For It

Ballcarriers with this ability will frequently attempt to gain extra yards while being tackled

Superstar

Recuperation

Players with this ability will recover from the effects of Wear and Tear and fatigue at an increased rate between plays.

Superstar

Red Zone Threat

When in the red zone, receivers with this ability have a better chance to win contested catches against single coverage.

Superstar

Route Technician

Receivers with this ability have a high success rate when creating separation on the last cut of any route.

Superstar

Runoff Elite

Players with this ability will distract defenders for longer with their runoffs

Superstar

Short In Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes less than 10 yards from the LoS, inside the numbers

Superstar

Short Out Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes less than 10 yards from the LoS, outside the numbers

Superstar

Slot-O-Matic

When lined up in the slot, receivers with this ability make faster cuts and have better hands when catching passes less than 10 yards from the LoS

Superstar

Steamroller

Ballcarriers with this ability retain more of their forward momentum during tackles while travelling at high speeds.

Not all receivers need fancy footwork. When they enter the zone, they have increased success chance on stiff arm and truck attempts following the catch.

After securing a RAC catch, ballcarriers with this ability can quickly shift momentum, change direction, and turn the corner without sacrificing speed.

Players with this ability will frequently win impact blocks against defensive backs.

Players with this ability are harder to knock out of The Zone

Ballcarriers with this ability have an increased chance to break the first tackle attempt on kick returns

Players with this ability have a chance to replenish their stamina, once per play, when it is half depleted

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes less than 10 yards from the LoS.

Ballcarriers with this ability have steerable spin animations.

Ballcarriers with this ability are effective at recovering from attempted tackles regardless of their current stamina.

X-Factor

Double Me

Aggressive receivers overpower defenders and attack the football. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their success rate on aggressive catches against single coverage.

X-Factor

Max Security

A surehanded receiver is a quarterback's best friend. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their success rate (and decreases knockout chance) on possession catches.

X-Factor

RAC 'em Up

RAC receivers fight for every possible yard after making a catch. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their success rate on RAC catches against single coverage.

X-Factor

Wrecking Ball

Wrecking Ball runners don't avoid contact. They create it. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their success rate on trucks and stiff arms.

X-Factor

YAC 'Em Up

The best physical receivers don't just come down with the ball, they carry it home. When they enter the zone, they are nearly guaranteed to break their first post-catch tackle.

Superstar

All Day

Blockers with this ability will allow less frequent shed attempts by their block target

Superstar

Arm Bar

Ballcarriers with this ability have more powerful stiff arm animations and have a larger timing window for landing perfect stiff arms.

Superstar

Bruiser

Ballcarriers with this ability have more powerful truck and stiff arm animations and a larger timing window for perfect attempts.

Superstar

Deep In Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes 20+ yards from the LoS, inside the numbers

Superstar

Deep Out Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes 20+ yards from the LoS, outside the numbers

Superstar

Juke Box

Ballcarriers with this ability have steerable juke animations.

Superstar

Matchup Nightmare

Receivers with this ability make sharper cuts and frequently win contested catches when covered by linebackers and linemen.

Superstar

Mid In Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes 10-20 yards from the LoS, inside the numbers

Superstar

Mid Out Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes 10-20 yards from the LoS, outside the numbers

Superstar

Pass Protector

Blockers with this ability reduce a rusher's chances of using a quick block shed move while pass blocking.

Superstar

Reach For It

Ballcarriers with this ability will frequently attempt to gain extra yards while being tackled

Superstar

Recuperation

Players with this ability will recover from the effects of Wear and Tear and fatigue at an increased rate between plays.

Superstar

Red Zone Threat

When in the red zone, receivers with this ability have a better chance to win contested catches against single coverage.

Superstar

Route Technician

Receivers with this ability have a high success rate when creating separation on the last cut of any route.

Superstar

Run Protector

Blockers with this ability reduce a rusher's chances of using a quick block shed move while run blocking.

Superstar

Screen Protector

Blockers with this ability will dominantly win impact blocks on screen plays

Superstar

Secure Protector

Blockers with this ability reduce a rusher's chances of using a quick block shed move.

Superstar

Short In Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes less than 10 yards from the LoS, inside the numbers

Superstar

Short Out Elite

Receivers with this ability catch more consistently while catching passes less than 10 yards from the LoS, outside the numbers

Superstar

Slot-O-Matic

When lined up in the slot, receivers with this ability make faster cuts and have better hands when catching passes less than 10 yards from the LoS

Superstar

Steamroller

Ballcarriers with this ability retain more of their forward momentum during tackles while travelling at high speeds.

Superstar

Tank

Ballcarriers with this ability have an increased chance to break hit-stick tackle attempts made on them.

Avoid stumbling when carrying the ball

Ballcarriers with this ability have more powerful truck animations and a larger timing window for perfect trucks.

Not all receivers need fancy footwork. When they enter the zone, they have increased success chance on stiff arm and truck attempts following the catch.

After securing a RAC catch, ballcarriers with this ability can quickly shift momentum, change direction, and turn the corner without sacrificing speed.

Blockers with this ability have stronger protection against dominant bull rush moves attempted by defenders

Players with this ability are harder to knock out of The Zone

Players with this ability have a chance to replenish their stamina, once per play, when it is half depleted

Ballcarriers with this ability have steerable spin animations.

Ballcarriers with this ability are effective at recovering from attempted tackles regardless of their current stamina.

Vanguard players are the reason running backs thank their blocking in the postgame interview. When they enter the zone, they are nearly guaranteed dominant impact block wins.

Superstar

All Day

Blockers with this ability will allow less frequent shed attempts by their block target

Superstar

Edge Protector

Blockers with this ability reduce an edge pass rusher's chances of using a quick block shed move

Superstar

Fool Me Once

Blockers with this ability gain blocker resistance points as a faster rate

Superstar

Nasty Streak

Blockers with this ability will frequently attempt and win impact blocks against linebackers and defensive backs when playing as a lineman or fullback.

Superstar

Natural Talent

Blockers with this ability start every new blocking encounter with built-in resistance

Superstar

Omniscient

Players with this ability can detect user-controlled defenders before the snap; as well as 3rd and 4th down blitzers. Can be bluffed.

Superstar

Pass Protector

Blockers with this ability reduce a rusher's chances of using a quick block shed move while pass blocking.

Superstar

Post Up

Blockers with this ability are almost guaranteed to win any double team block they are engaged in

Superstar

Puller Elite

Blockers with this ability will frequently attempt and win pull blocks

Superstar

Run Protector

Blockers with this ability reduce a rusher's chances of using a quick block shed move while run blocking.

Superstar

Screen Protector

Blockers with this ability will dominantly win impact blocks on screen plays

Superstar

Secure Protector

Blockers with this ability reduce a rusher's chances of using a quick block shed move.

Blockers with this ability defend against swim/club pass rush moves as if they had an additional resistance point

Blockers with this ability have stronger protection against dominant bull rush moves attempted by defenders

Blockers with this ability defend against rip pass rush moves as if they had an additional resistance point

During preplay, players with this ability will highlight any oncoming blitzers on 3rd and 4th downs. Can be bluffed.

Blockers with this ability have an increased number of blocker resistance points.

Blockers with this ability defend against spin pass rush moves as if they had an additional resistance point

X-Factor

Blitz

Effective D-Line captains aren't just examples to follow, they are motivators. When they enter the zone, all opposing blockers have their resistance bars wiped out.

X-Factor

Fearmonger

Some pass rushers intimidate quarterbacks with their sheer presence. When they enter the zone, they can apply significant pressure on quarterbacks even while engaged with blockers.

X-Factor

Momentum Shift

Momentum Shift players demoralize their opponents. When they enter the zone, all on field opponents are knocked out of the zone or lose any progress towards entering the zone.

X-Factor

Reinforcement

The game's top defenders excel in all situations. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their chance of defeating run blocks, and disrupting catches via tackles.

X-Factor

Relentless

The most tenacious defenders beat their blocks by sheer force of will. When they enter the zone, their rush move attempts are free.

X-Factor

Unstoppable Force

Elite pass rushers are a mix of strength, speed, and tenacity. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their win rate and block shed speed against one-on-one pass blocks.

Superstar

B.O.G.O.

Defenders with this ability are granted a free pass rush move once per play after spending stamina to perform one

Superstar

Demoralizer

Defenders with this ability will clear a ballcarrier's progress towards entering the zone with a hit-stick tackle.

Superstar

Edge Threat

Defenders with this ability use faster, more dominant pass rush moves while rushing from the edge of the defense.

Superstar

Edge Threat Elite

Defenders with this ability use faster, more dominant pass rush moves and apply significant QB pressure while rushing from the edge of the defense.

Superstar

El Toro

Defenders with this ability have a chance to receive dominant bull rush wins when their stamina is full. This consumes additional stamina.

Superstar

Extra Credit

Pass rushers with this ability pay a reduced stamina cost for each move they attempt

Superstar

Goal Line Stuff

Defenders with this ability use faster run shed moves for a better chance at shedding blocks within 5 yards of the goal line.

Superstar

Inside Stuff

Defenders with this ability use faster run shed moves for a better chance at shedding blocks against inside run plays.

Superstar

Instant Rebate

Defenders with this ability are refunded stamina when they successfully shed blocks

Superstar

Mid Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in any mid-field zone coverage, less than 20 yards from the LoS inside the numbers and 10-20 outside.

Superstar

No Outsiders

Defenders with this ability use faster run shed moves for a better chance at shedding blocks against outside zone plays.

Superstar

Outmatched

Defenders with this ability are highly likely to force catch knockouts against running backs.

Superstar

Reach Elite

Defenders with this ability can reach out of engaged blocks to tackle or sack nearby ballcarriers.

Superstar

Recuperation

Players with this ability will recover from the effects of Wear and Tear and fatigue at an increased rate between plays.

Superstar

Run Stopper

Defenders with this ability do not need to spend a point on shed attempts during a run play

Superstar

Secure Tackler

Defenders with this ability have an increased success rate when using conservative or diving tackles.

Superstar

Strip Specialist

Defenders with this ability can still tackle effectively while trying to strip the football.

Superstar

Swim Club

Defenders with this ability will ignore one bar of blocker resistance when attempting swim/club pass rush moves

Superstar

Under Pressure

Defenders with this ability can apply pressure to the quarterback from a greater distance.

Superstar

Unfakeable

Defenders with this ability are rarely faked out by ballcarrier moves (and cannot be faked out when user-controlled).

Superstar

Unpredictable

Defenders with this ability are less likely to increase their blocker's resistance bars when performing shed wins

Pass rushers with this ability will heal some of their fatigue after sacking the QB

Defenders with this ability will repair the fatigue of all defensive linemen on any 3rd or 4th down

Pass rushers with this ability must spend twice as much stamina to perform a move but are granted dominant wins.

Defenders with this ability do not need to spend stamina on shed attempts during a run play

Defenders with this ability will start 3rd or 4th down with increased fatigue replenishment

Defenders with this ability will win pass blocks when they correctly use the Guess Play adjustment to predict a pass. Incorrect guesses will result in a loss.

Players with this ability are harder to knock out of The Zone

Defenders with this ability will ignore one bar of blocker resistance when attempting rip pass rush moves

Defenders with this ability will dominantly win run blocks when they correctly use the Guess Play adjustment to predict a run. Incorrect guesses will result in a loss.

Run Stuffers can singlehandedly disrupt an offense. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their win rate and block shed speed against one-on-one run blocks.

Defenders with this ability will ignore one bar of blocker resistance when attempting spin pass rush moves

Defenders with this ability will frequently prevent additional yardage gains while tackling

X-Factor

Momentum Shift

Momentum Shift players demoralize their opponents. When they enter the zone, all on field opponents are knocked out of the zone or lose any progress towards entering the zone.

X-Factor

Reinforcement

The game's top defenders excel in all situations. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their chance of defeating run blocks, and disrupting catches via tackles.

X-Factor

Shutdown

Shutdown defenders have the talent to erase receivers from the game. When they enter the zone, their coverage is tighter and interceptions are more frequent on contested catches.

Superstar

B.O.G.O.

Defenders with this ability are granted a free pass rush move once per play after spending stamina to perform one

Superstar

Deflator

Defenders with this ability will cause increased fatigue penalties when tackling a ballcarrier with a non-conservative tackle.

Superstar

Demoralizer

Defenders with this ability will clear a ballcarrier's progress towards entering the zone with a hit-stick tackle.

Superstar

Enforcer

Defenders with this ability allow fewer broken tackles when hit-sticking ballcarriers - regardless of the runner's size or power.

Superstar

Flat Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in any flat zone coverage, less than 10 yards from the LoS and outside the hash marks.

Superstar

Form Tackler

Defenders with this ability have a larger timing window for landing Perfect Hit Sticks

Superstar

Inside Stuff

Defenders with this ability use faster run shed moves for a better chance at shedding blocks against inside run plays.

Superstar

Lumberjack

Defenders with this ability allow fewer broken tackles and cause more fumbles when cut-sticking ballcarriers.

Superstar

Mid Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in any mid-field zone coverage, less than 20 yards from the LoS inside the numbers and 10-20 outside.

Superstar

No Outsiders

Defenders with this ability use faster run shed moves for a better chance at shedding blocks against outside zone plays.

Superstar

Out My Way

Defenders with this ability will frequently attempt and win impact blocks against receivers, tight ends, and running backs.

Superstar

Outmatched

Defenders with this ability are highly likely to force catch knockouts against running backs.

Superstar

Pick Artist

Defenders with this ability have higher chance to catch uncontested interceptions, and they have unlimited stamina on the return (until using a special move or breaking a tackle).

Superstar

Reach Elite

Defenders with this ability can reach out of engaged blocks to tackle or sack nearby ballcarriers.

Superstar

Reach For It

Ballcarriers with this ability will frequently attempt to gain extra yards while being tackled

Superstar

Recuperation

Players with this ability will recover from the effects of Wear and Tear and fatigue at an increased rate between plays.

Superstar

Run Stopper

Defenders with this ability do not need to spend a point on shed attempts during a run play

Superstar

Secure Tackler

Defenders with this ability have an increased success rate when using conservative or diving tackles.

Superstar

Short Route KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch tackle knockouts in man-to-man versus short routes less than 10 yards from LoS

Superstar

Strip Specialist

Defenders with this ability can still tackle effectively while trying to strip the football.

Superstar

Tip Drill

Players with this ability have an increased chance to catch passes that have been tipped into the air.

Superstar

Under Pressure

Defenders with this ability can apply pressure to the quarterback from a greater distance.

Superstar

Unfakeable

Defenders with this ability are rarely faked out by ballcarrier moves (and cannot be faked out when user-controlled).

Pass rushers with this ability will heal some of their fatigue after sacking the QB

There are tacklers and then there are these guys. When they enter the zone any successful hit-stick made while running towards the line of scrimmage will result in a fumble.

Locker room pep talks go a long way. Players with this ability can easily enter the Zone in the 2nd half.

Defenders with this ability will cause heavy fatigue penalties when tackling a ballcarrier with a hit-stick tackle.

Defenders with this ability have a greater chance at forcing fumbles when landing Perfect Hit Sticks.

Defenders with this ability will have full vision of plays the offense has run a scaling number of times each quarter, via coach cam.

Defenders with this ability can make jumping, 180-degree interceptions while lurking in a zone in the middle of the field.

Defenders with this ability force more catch tackle knockouts in man-to-man versus medium routes, 10-20 yards from the LoS.

The best defenders are capable of dismantling an offense like they knew the playcall the whole time. When they enter the zone, they can see offensive play art via the coach cam.

Players with this ability are harder to knock out of The Zone

Run Stuffers can singlehandedly disrupt an offense. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their win rate and block shed speed against one-on-one run blocks.

When Selfless players are making plays their teammates are motivated to perform better. When they enter the zone, all on field teammates enter the zone as well.

Defenders with this ability will frequently prevent additional yardage gains while tackling

Zone Hawk defenders lock down a part of the field. When they enter the zone, this ability increases the rate of interceptions while in zone coverage.

X-Factor

Bottleneck

Bottleneck defenders realize that the best way to stop a route is to act early. When they enter the zone, they are highly likely to dominantly win any man press encounter.

X-Factor

Momentum Shift

Momentum Shift players demoralize their opponents. When they enter the zone, all on field opponents are knocked out of the zone or lose any progress towards entering the zone.

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Reinforcement

The game's top defenders excel in all situations. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their chance of defeating run blocks, and disrupting catches via tackles.

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Shutdown

Shutdown defenders have the talent to erase receivers from the game. When they enter the zone, their coverage is tighter and interceptions are more frequent on contested catches.

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Acrobat

Players with this ability are more likely to succeed at and attempt diving catches and swats.

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Bench Press

Defenders with this ability apply bonus fatigue to their man coverage target after a successful press win

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Deep Out Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in deep zone coverage, 20+ yards from the LoS and outside the hash marks.

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Flat Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in any flat zone coverage, less than 10 yards from the LoS and outside the hash marks.

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Inside Shade

Defenders with this ability generally react much faster to receiver cut moves when in man coverage and inside the numbers

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Ironman

Players with this ability avoid any ratings penalties associated with playing outside of their primary position

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Mid Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in any mid-field zone coverage, less than 20 yards from the LoS inside the numbers and 10-20 outside.

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On The Ball

Players with this ability are much less likely to be fooled by WR runoffs

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One Step Ahead

Defenders with this ability generally react much faster to receiver cut moves when in man coverage

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Outside Shade

Defenders with this ability generally react much faster to receiver cut moves when in man coverage and outside the numbers

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Pick Artist

Defenders with this ability have higher chance to catch uncontested interceptions, and they have unlimited stamina on the return (until using a special move or breaking a tackle).

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Recuperation

Players with this ability will recover from the effects of Wear and Tear and fatigue at an increased rate between plays.

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Secure Tackler

Defenders with this ability have an increased success rate when using conservative or diving tackles.

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Short Route KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch tackle knockouts in man-to-man versus short routes less than 10 yards from LoS

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Strip Specialist

Defenders with this ability can still tackle effectively while trying to strip the football.

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Tip Drill

Players with this ability have an increased chance to catch passes that have been tipped into the air.

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Unfakeable

Defenders with this ability are rarely faked out by ballcarrier moves (and cannot be faked out when user-controlled).

Defenders with this ability apply bonus fatigue to their target after a successful zone chuck

Defenders with this ability force more catch tackle knockouts in man-to-man versus medium routes, 10-20 yards from the LoS.

Players with this ability are harder to knock out of The Zone

Ballcarriers with this ability have an increased chance to break the first tackle attempt on kick returns

When Selfless players are making plays their teammates are motivated to perform better. When they enter the zone, all on field teammates enter the zone as well.

The most physical coverage defenders prevent catches from happening even when their target has hands on the ball. When they enter the zone, they are nearly guaranteed knockouts.

Zone Hawk defenders lock down a part of the field. When they enter the zone, this ability increases the rate of interceptions while in zone coverage.

X-Factor

Momentum Shift

Momentum Shift players demoralize their opponents. When they enter the zone, all on field opponents are knocked out of the zone or lose any progress towards entering the zone.

X-Factor

Reinforcement

The game's top defenders excel in all situations. When they enter the zone, this ability increases their chance of defeating run blocks, and disrupting catches via tackles.

X-Factor

Shutdown

Shutdown defenders have the talent to erase receivers from the game. When they enter the zone, their coverage is tighter and interceptions are more frequent on contested catches.

Superstar

Acrobat

Players with this ability are more likely to succeed at and attempt diving catches and swats.

Superstar

Bench Press

Defenders with this ability apply bonus fatigue to their man coverage target after a successful press win

Superstar

Deep In Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in deep zone coverage, 20+ yards from the LoS and inside the numbers.

Superstar

Deep Out Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in deep zone coverage, 20+ yards from the LoS and outside the hash marks.

Superstar

Deflator

Defenders with this ability will cause increased fatigue penalties when tackling a ballcarrier with a non-conservative tackle.

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Flat Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in any flat zone coverage, less than 10 yards from the LoS and outside the hash marks.

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Form Tackler

Defenders with this ability have a larger timing window for landing Perfect Hit Sticks

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Lumberjack

Defenders with this ability allow fewer broken tackles and cause more fumbles when cut-sticking ballcarriers.

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Mid Zone KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch knockouts and react quicker in any mid-field zone coverage, less than 20 yards from the LoS inside the numbers and 10-20 outside.

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No Outsiders

Defenders with this ability use faster run shed moves for a better chance at shedding blocks against outside zone plays.

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Out My Way

Defenders with this ability will frequently attempt and win impact blocks against receivers, tight ends, and running backs.

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Outmatched

Defenders with this ability are highly likely to force catch knockouts against running backs.

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Pick Artist

Defenders with this ability have higher chance to catch uncontested interceptions, and they have unlimited stamina on the return (until using a special move or breaking a tackle).

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Reach Elite

Defenders with this ability can reach out of engaged blocks to tackle or sack nearby ballcarriers.

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Recuperation

Players with this ability will recover from the effects of Wear and Tear and fatigue at an increased rate between plays.

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Secure Tackler

Defenders with this ability have an increased success rate when using conservative or diving tackles.

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Short Route KO

Defenders with this ability force more catch tackle knockouts in man-to-man versus short routes less than 10 yards from LoS

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Strip Specialist

Defenders with this ability can still tackle effectively while trying to strip the football.

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Tackle Supreme

Defenders with this ability have better conservative/dive tackling, are rarely faked out by ballcarrier moves, and cannot be faked out when user-controlled.

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Tip Drill

Players with this ability have an increased chance to catch passes that have been tipped into the air.

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Unfakeable

Defenders with this ability are rarely faked out by ballcarrier moves (and cannot be faked out when user-controlled).

Defenders with this ability have a greater chance at forcing fumbles when landing Perfect Hit Sticks.

Defenders with this ability will have full vision of plays the offense has run a scaling number of times each quarter, via coach cam.

Defenders with this ability can make jumping, 180-degree interceptions while lurking in a zone in the middle of the field.

Defenders with this ability force more catch tackle knockouts in man-to-man versus medium routes, 10-20 yards from the LoS.

Players with this ability are harder to knock out of The Zone

When Selfless players are making plays their teammates are motivated to perform better. When they enter the zone, all on field teammates enter the zone as well.

Defenders with this ability will frequently prevent additional yardage gains while tackling

The most physical coverage defenders prevent catches from happening even when their target has hands on the ball. When they enter the zone, they are nearly guaranteed knockouts.

Zone Hawk defenders lock down a part of the field. When they enter the zone, this ability increases the rate of interceptions while in zone coverage.

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Zen Kicker

Kickers with this ability experience a slower kicking meter for better power and accuracy on kicks over 45 yards.

Locker room pep talks go a long way. Players with this ability can easily enter the Zone in the 2nd half.

Kickers with this ability are immune to the 'Ice the Kicker' effect that occurs when the opponent calls timeouts in critical situations.

Kickers with this ability experience a slower kicking meter for better power and accuracy on kicks up to 45 yards.

Kickers with this ability can see the entirety of the kicking arc