Okay, so I’ve been grinding on Madden 23 lately, trying to figure out the best defensive settings. It’s been a journey, let me tell you. I started off just messing around, you know, trying different formations and playbooks, seeing what stuck.
First thing I did was hop into practice mode. I figured, why not experiment without the pressure of a real game, right? I spent hours just running different plays, getting a feel for the different formations.
One thing that became pretty clear early on was that the opponent’s formation tells you a lot. Like, as soon as they pick their play, you can see their offensive formation, which is huge. It lets you adjust your defense accordingly.
I stumbled upon this play called SS Blitz 3. Oh man, this one’s a game-changer. It’s seriously one of the most OP defensive plays in the game. I started using it in almost every situation, and it was locking down offenses left and right. It is so good in this game.
Now, when it comes to teams, I’ve played with a bunch, but some definitely stand out on defense. I noticed that teams like the San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, and Pittsburgh Steelers were always tough to play against. They’ve got some serious defensive powerhouses.
After experimenting with different formations, I found that the 4-6 Normal is a beast. It’s so versatile. You can stop the run, shut down the pass, and even get creative with things like Cross Manning. It’s like the Swiss Army knife of defensive formations. I loved this one.
But the real MVP for me has been the Dollar 3-2 formation. This thing is insane. I’ve been using it in Ultimate Team, online head-to-head, and even in my franchise mode, and it’s been dominant. I grabbed the New York Giants and Miami Dolphins defensive ebook, and let me tell you, those plays are money. In my opinion, those are the best playbooks in this game.
Here’s a breakdown of what I found to be the most effective settings:
- Formation: Dollar 3-2
- Play: SS Blitz 3
- Teams to try: San Francisco 49ers, Dallas Cowboys, Pittsburgh Steelers
- Playbooks: New York Giants, Miami Dolphins
So, yeah, that’s been my experience diving deep into Madden 23’s defensive settings. It’s been a lot of trial and error, but I feel like I’ve finally cracked the code. At least it works best for me. Give these settings a try, and let me know what you think! Hope this helps you guys out!
