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Overreactions & Reality Checks for PML

Arod
The Trade Committee is not consistent, nor understanding of any rationale behind a trade
Reality or Overreaction: Reality
I write on behalf of Colts user JCClutch. A dear friend of mine, he was handed the keys to a team that was said to be one of the toughest rebuilds in CFM this cycle. ‘Jc can do it’ exclaimed everyone after teams were announced. ‘JC did an excellent job with the Colts’ shouts another user from a distance. So when it comes to the Marshon Lattimore deal, why is this deal being rejected? He was given control of a team that is in cap h*** for the next few seasons. One of the biggest objectives for any GM taking over the team is to find a way to gain some financial freedom. Now I know JC took this assignment in stride as a testament to his team building skills. It was clear that the Saints needed someone who can handle the situation they were in to start the cycle. I know first hand, the guy took a lot of time before the cycle even started and did multiple simulations and scenarios to find a way to get the Saints out of this mess. He would message me plan after plan after plan of what he was going to do and how he would execute it. He gave me the cap scenario after seasons 1, 2, and 3 based on moving certain players. So when the first order of business is to move a 27 year old CB who is owed 19 fregin million dollars this season, then what is the issue? He has two young, ‘Madden good’ CBs on the depth chart he is looking to develop, he’s obviously put thought behind this, and he wasn’t getting a bad return either. Heck, he even made a storyline via content to build up the potential trade. In all seriousness, I don’t write this because I’m cool with JC, I write it because the trade committee has to do better. If you’re vetoing it on the grounds of the salary penalty (which I doubt they even looked at), then you need to veto the Ramczyk trade because his penalty was just as bad. If you are vetoing it because Lattimore is a superstar player on a team that lacks superstars, then why did we allow the Justin Simmons deal when the Broncos are in a similar situation team wise, and Simmons and Lattimore are not very far off skill wise and age wise. If you want to veto every deal, cool do it, but it needs to be consistent. At this point, the TC are just being straight up aholes who arent exactly doing their due diligence before grading a trade. Make your feedback valuable, allow users to take the next step forward to achieve what both sides are trying to do. Don’t give feedback like ‘I dont like Lattimore being moved”. W** does that even mean? You’re probably same guy in his DMs trying to strike a deal yourself. Consistency, valuable feedback, and understanding why a team may be making a particular deal. Read between the lines, not just the names and picks in front of you.

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Vet is the new ‘Cammy’ of Madden 24 cycle
Overreaction or reality: Overreaction
Uff, as much as I want to believe in the underdog story- because it gives me hope for myself- I just need to see more. He had a ‘shocking’ win against Que week 1. We all pretty much pinned it on the roster of the Cardinals, but hey the Commanders aren’t that much better themselves. Moved onto week 2 and Vet had arguably the best win of his PML career taking down top 3 user DK as they entered the game as 15.5 point underdogs. It was Rocky beating Creed, Petruzelli beating Kimbo Slice, or the Colonist taking down the Red Coats. Nobody expected it, and it was a gentle reminder that the PML is an ‘any given Sunday’ league. Is this sustainable? In my opinion that is an overreaction right now. The roster is not ready for a deep playoff run, and we will have a big question mark over Vet. But if you’re reading this, I’m rooting for you. The everyday man coming out of nowhere and becoming a PML top tier user. Lets go Commanders!

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King Mike
The Browns will win the AFC North
Reality
I like what Mali is doing over there in Cleveland. It is surprising but the consistent game plan and ability to run the ball has done the Browns well. I think if they can continue to get division wins and play their other opponents tough, they will be in contention for the division crown. The Bengals look to be their main opposition, but it’s way too early to tell. The Steelers could turn it around and be a force as well. The Ravens have started poorly as their coach focuses in on finding their identity. Meanwhile, the resilience and adaptability of the Browns’ defense have also been commendable. The coaching staff seems to have an effective and cohesive game plan that is being well executed by the players. As the season progresses, keeping the team’s core players healthy and maintaining the momentum will be critical for the Browns’ potential playoff push. Despite the current uncertainties, the anticipation and excitement for the rest of the season is palpable among the fans and the team alike.

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The Eagles and the Raiders are the most surprising 0 – 2 teams
Reality or Overreaction: Reality
With the Raiders and the Eagles both being winless in their first two games, we have to wonder what is going on in Vegas and Philly. Vegas came into the season ranked #2 in the unified rankings only to drop out of the top 20. Philly’s team is literally the best on the game, and they have yet to live up to the hype. Could these two coaches be the most disappointing two weeks into the season? I would say yes. This start is a significant shock, and it’s sparking discussions about potential changes in strategies, team lineup, and even questions about leadership for both teams. The subsequent games will be crucial for the Raiders and the Eagles as they need to make a robust comeback to prove their critics wrong and uplift the morale of their dedicated fans. Moreover, the players themselves must be feeling the pressure, and it’s essential for them to stay focused and up their game to turn the tide in their favor.

Bubba
Reality or Overreaction: Reality
Chargers will win AFC West
Codes has started hot going 2-0 with Chargers, and the offense has been nothing short of electric. The Chargers have notched a league high 48 ppg thru 2 weeks, and do not look like they will be slowing down. Justin Herbert and No.1 target Keenan Allen have a favorable matchup going into Minnesota who rank 31 against the pass. With KC struggling to move the ball through the air, I think this is the year The chargers could steal the division and make a deep playoff push.

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Reality or Overreaction: Overreaction
Eagles defense is still Super Bowl Caliber
The Eagles have started the season 0-2, play two mediocre offenses in the Patriots and Vikings. Through those two weeks the Eagles are ranked 30 in ppg, 28 in pass def, 31 in rush def, and dead last in total defense. Many predicted this team to reload on defense with rookie additions of Jalen Carter, and Nakobe Dean. But it looks to be the opposite. There’s no denying this defense has taken a huge step back, and the road ahead is no easier. This team needs a wake up call soon or they may miss out on the playoffs completely.

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Hypemike
The Trade Committee should be revealed at the end of every cycle.
Reality or Overreaction: Reality
The Trade Committee is arguably the most hated group of men in virtual history. They have had some of the biggest disputes we have ever seen. The most storied rivalry of them all was the Arod vs TC feud. It came to the point where Arod was ready to meet up with any member in the d*** committee to solve their issues. We have seen other members call out the Committee and were really upset about things. JC is d*** near ready to curse out the TC cause they won’t let him clear up cap room. I think it would make season 5 more exciting with a TC reveal at the end of the cycle. Why not? Let’s do it.

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The Raiders are finished.
Reality or Overreaction: Overreaction
KingMike is off to a slow start and many are saying that his cycle may be finished. If there is one thing I know about KingMike it is that he will adapt. He either will make a run at the end of this season or start competing in season 2 or 3 for sure. I think he may try to get his QB for the future and once he does that I think the AFC will be in trouble.

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Tbandit
Vet will finish over .500
Reality or Overreaction: Overreaction
First off, I owe Vet a huge apology, we did a floor and ceiling article where I had his Ceeling at 2-15 and through 2 games he’s already met that. I thought without a competent qb he’d be by far the worst team in pml but he’s came out swinging, beating 2 coaches that are in the top 10 for most coaches so that’s pretty yimpressive if you ask me. Let’s pump the brakes on a positive record though he still has his entire division left and you add on games with the Nfc West and Afc East… It’s gonna be tough sledding for Vet but if he can pull this off in season 1? He might be the new Cammy for this cycle but I highly doubt it.
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The Nfc West will send 3
Reality or Overreaction: Reality
Coming into season 1 everybody expected it to be a fight between the Seahawaks and the 49ers with the Rams and Cards fighting for the #1 pick in the draft but i’ve been sadly mistaken. Cook has come out the gate looking like he did last cycle with an underwhelming Rams squad but out the gate he’spulled off 2 divisional upsets against heavy hitters that were favored to win his division. At this point after 2 weeks I’m all in on Cook but the only thing stopping them from sending 3 is Ceo having a late season collapse that we all know he’s good for, with that niners team I see him pulling it out though. That 49ers team is built for his playstyle so through season 1 and 2 before the teams catch up there should be no reason why he’s not consistently in the playoffs.

PREMIER MADDEN LEAGUE

Immersion System Help

What is the immersion system?

The Immersion System is unique to Premier Madden League. It has an RPG-style organizational structure where you take on the responsibilities and choices of personas within your team. Consider it "owner mode on steroids." You will have the opportunity to control the decision-making at all levels of your organization.



How does it work?

TLDR: Complete a form twice a day

Each persona will have different day-to-day tasks available to them. You will select a task to complete for a persona. There is a daily cap of just two tasks.

Some tasks are only limited to the number of weeks in a season. These tasks are indicated by a highlight and do not count toward the daily limit of two immersion tasks. These include the following: user score, scouting reports, film review, webmaster, underdog, and draft kings.

Webmaster is only limited to the number of notable performances in any given week.

Specialist tasks are "level 3" only tasks which grant you an opportunity to make a one time specific change regarding your roster.



What is the benefit?

TLDR: Content points, draft insight, and dev upgrades

Each task has its own levels and rewards. The rewards for each task are listed below. Some of these tasks are part of the player dynamics system. The player dynamics system is described in more detail below.



What are the levels?

TLDR: Reach level 3 by performing a task 60 times

The number of times you've completed a task determines your level for that task. Scouting reports, for example, are scaled at 3x per task due to the limited number of in-game weeks.

  • Level 0: Task performed the first 19 times
  • Level 1: Task performed 20 times
  • Level 2: Task performed 40 times
  • Level 3: Task performed 60 times or more

Levels are "dynamic" because the memory of completed tasks degrades over time. It is critical to continue performing the task from which you wish to continue benefiting from.



What are player dynamics?

TLDR: Focus, Trust, and Wellness are requirements for attribute requests

You have full control over determining your roster's dynamics. Each player has a focus, trust, and wellness measurement that will determine their ability to develop through attribute requests. Focus, Trust, and Wellness are gained by performing different tasks within the immersion system, which are detailed below.


  • Focus: Focus is gained through position group meetings. Position groups are eligible for an attribute request after three such meetings within a 28-day period. Head coaches and position group coaches conduct the meetings.

  • Trust: The entire team receives a trust boost when you complete a press conference. After at least 3 press conferences, your attribute requests will start showing up in the #upgrades channel more consistently. Trust is gained through completing the Head Coach task "Press Conference". It is best to complete at least six press conferences per season to maximize trust.

  • Wellness: Wellness determines how frequently you are able to submit attribute requests for a player or position group. Wellness is gained through the Training Staff or completing a one-on-one with a player and coach. Select a player for a wellness boost six times over a 75-day period to maximize his wellness. Players with low wellness can only receive 1 attribute request per 48 hours. Players with good wellness can receive 1 attribute request per 24 hours.



Owner

Owner: GM Chemistry

TLDR: Content points for high OVR

The team owner uses the overall rating of the team to evaluate the success of a general manager. Starting with Level 1, with a top-5 OVR team rating, performing the Owner task "Meet with GM" may result in content points being rewarded after each task completion.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points

Owner: HC Chemistry

TLDR: Content points for winning streaks

Consistent success is often the major obligation that an owner will delegate to the head coach. When performing the Owner task "Meet with HC" while on a winning streak, content points could be earned each time.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points

Local Market Focus

TLDR: Content points for winning at home

A winning record at home is very important to the team owner. You will earn content points every time you complete the Owner task "Local Market Focus" while playing at least three home games this season and having a winning percentage of more than 500 at home.

  • Level 1 = 1 - 3 content points
  • Level 2 = 1 - 5 content points
  • Level 3 = 1 - 10 content points

Organization Focus

TLDR: Content points for multiple Level 3 personas

The Owner task "Organization Meeting" is a modifier. You will receive content points each time the task is performed while having a Level 3 task for all of the following personas: GM, Head Coach, Coordinators, Media, and Fans.

  • Level 1 = 1 - 3 content points
  • Level 2 = 1 - 5 content points
  • Level 3 = 1 - 10 content points


General Manager

GM: HC Chemistry

TLDR: Content points for high % scheme fit

When the General Manager is able to build a roster that fits the coach's scheme well, the GM and Head Coach will have good chemistry. When performing the GM task "Meet with HC" while having a top-5 scheme fit rank, content points are sometimes awarded after each task completion.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points

GM: College Scouting Chemistry

TLDR: See preseason DDT points for upcoming draft

Meet with the college scouting director to discuss draft prospects and gauge their rate of development. The GM task "Meet with Director of College Scouting" will return a table of prospects and their DDT points at the start of the college season.

  • Level 1 = 3 random prospects
  • Level 2 = 12 random prospects
  • Level 3 = 24 random prospects

GM: Pro Scouting Chemistry

TLDR: Possible Dev Upgrade for Scheme Fit FA

Your pro scouting director may occasionally recommend a perfect fit who they believe can immediately help the team. When you complete the GM task "Meet with Senior Pro Scout," you may receive a free agent signing recommendation as well as an immediate dev upgrade request.

  • Level 1 = Low chance of star dev
  • Level 2 = Better chance of star dev
  • Level 3 = Best chance of star dev; low chance of superstar dev

Finances

TLDR: Content points for good cost-benefit ranking

Your team's cost-benefit score is the average of your team's power ranking, inverse roster overall ranking, and cap availability ranking. It's an indicator to see who is doing more with less. After reaching Level 1, performing the GM task "Financial Department Meeting" while having a top 8 cost benefit ranking will result in content points.

  • Level 1 = 1 - 3 content points
  • Level 2 = 1 - 5 content points
  • Level 3 = 1 - 10 content points


Operations

Operations: HPI

TLDR: Increase Amount of players for attribute requests submitted at once

Submitting attribute requests one at a time is inefficient, but having the ability to submit many at once improves the process significantly. Complete the Operations task "Health, Performance, and Innovation" on a regular basis to increase the number of attribute requests you can submit at once.

  • Level 1 = 3 attribute request players at once
  • Level 2 = 5 attribute request players at once
  • Level 3 = 10 attribute request players at once

Head Coach

User Score

TLDR: Content points for consistently submitting sim scores

Submitting user scores is critical when attempting to establish a consistent level of gameplay across the league. Consistent sim score submission will result in content point bonuses.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points

Quick Scout

TLDR: Trigger breakout story for consistent quick scouting reports

Madden provides a play call analysis of your opponent each in-game week. Providing your opponents' play call report ahead of each game can sometimes result in a breakout story for your team.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points

Film Review

TLDR: Content Points for Consistent Film Reviews

Each week, providing in-depth film reviews of your opponent can add up to a lot of points. Doing film reviews on a regular basis will earn you more content points.

  • Level 1 = 1 additional content point
  • Level 2 = 2 additional content points
  • Level 3 = 3 additional content points

Propose Change

TLDR: Submit rule change

Instead of focusing on your team, use one of the two available tasks each day to help the league. Submit a rule proposal that will be voted on and discussed throughout the season in preparation for the next offseason rule voting period.

  • No bonus

Press Conference

TLDR: Earn Team Tust for Attribute Requests

Earn the trust of your team by answering at least three questions during a Press Conference. Your team's trust rating will determine whether or not your attribute requests are granted.


HC: OC Chemistry

TLDR: Content Points for top 10 offensive total yards rank and offensive scheme fit

Having a great offense while having a roster that matches your head coach's and offensive coordinator's scheme is a sign of great chemistry between the two. Meeting with the offensive coordinator while having a top 10 offense in total yards and a top 10 offensive scheme fit rank may result in content points.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points

HC: DC Chemistry

TLDR: Content Points for top 10 defensive total yards rank and defensive scheme fit

Having a great defense while having a roster that matches your head coach's and defensive coordinator's scheme is an indication of great chemistry between coach and coordinator. Meeting with the defensive coordinator while having a top 10 defense in total yards and a top 10 defensive scheme fit rank may result in content points.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points


Coordinators

OC: Pass Focus

TLDR: Content points for top ranked pass offense

While having a top-ranked pass offense, performing the Coordinator task "OC Pass Heavy Practice" could result in content points each time the task is completed.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points

OC: Run Focus

TLDR: Content points for top ranked run offense

While having a top-ranked run offense, performing the Coordinator task "OC Run Heavy Practice" could result in content points each time the task is completed.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points

DC: Pass Focus

TLDR: Content points for top ranked pass defense

Performing the Coordinator task "DC Pass Defense Practice" while having a top ranked pass defense could result in content points each time the task is performed.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points

DC: Run Focus

TLDR: Content points for top ranked run defense

Performing the Coordinator task "DC Run Defense Practice" while having a top ranked run defense could result in content points each time the task is performed.

  • Level 1 = 1 possible content point
  • Level 2 = 3 possible content points
  • Level 3 = 5 possible content points


Position Coaches

Position Group Meeting

TLDR: Increase focus for position groups

Meetings of specific position groups help them focus and progress. If a player has a low focus rating, their name will not appear on the attribute request form. Hold at least three position group meetings per month to give your players the opportunity to grow through attribute requests.



College Scouting

Draft Board

TLDR: See recommended draft range for prospects

Yes, if a player is completely scouted, the game will tell you the ideal draft range, but this is only based on their overall rating. You can determine the true ideal range for 1-3 prospects based on important positional characteristics and physicals by completing the "Draft Board Meeting" college scouting task.

  • Level 1 = 1 Prospect
  • Level 2 = 2 Prospects
  • Level 3 = 3 Prospects

RAS Rankings

TLDR: See true physical rankings for prospects

Why wait until the combine to find out where prospects rank physically? RAS is an abbreviation for Relative Athletic Scores. When the College Scouting task "Relative Athletic Score Rankings" is completed, the RAS rankings for 1 to 3 prospects are returned.

  • Level 1 = 1 Prospect
  • Level 2 = 2 Prospects
  • Level 3 = 3 Prospects

Top Prospects

TLDR: See the top prospects at each position

Knowing who the top prospects are at each position will allow you to target specific needs in the draft. When you complete the College Scouting task "Top Prospects by Position," you'll get a list of the top prospects at each position.

  • Level 1 = 1 of top 5 Prospects at each position
  • Level 2 = 3 of top 5 Prospects at each position
  • Level 3 = 5 of top 5 Prospects at each position


Pro Scouting

Veteran FA

TLDR: FA Signing with an instant attribute boost

Pro scouts may occasionally recommend a veteran who they believe will immediately benefit the team. When performing the Pro Scouting task "Veteran Addition," a veteran FA who is a scheme fit will sometimes be recommended. Signing the recommended FA will also grant you an instant attribute boost, which you can choose and send to the upgrades channel.

  • Level 1 = 5 attribute points
  • Level 2 = 10 attribute points
  • Level 3 = 20 attribute points

Practice Squad

TLDR: Practice Squad elevation with an instant attribute boost.

This is similar to the Veteran FA enhancement. Performing the Pro Scouting task "Practice Squad Elevation" will occasionally recommend a practice squad elevation for a scheme fit player. Elevating a scheme fit practice squad player will also grant you an immediate attribute request boost, which you can choose and send to the upgrades channel.

  • Level 1 = 3 attribute points
  • Level 2 = 5 attribute points
  • Level 3 = 10 attribute points

Trade Evaluation

TLDR: See recommended trade values

The most common type of realistic trade is a player for pick trade. When you complete the Pro Scouting task "Trade Evaluation," you will receive a simple trade value that the trade committee will use as a guideline to evaluate each trade.

  • Level 1 = 1 player's trade value
  • Level 2 = 2 player's trade value
  • Level 3 = 3 player's trade value


Specialist

Cap Fixer

TLDR: Clear Cap Penalty

Sometimes things spiral out of control or you inherit a team with a significant cap penalty. Perform this Specialist task 60 times to earn the opportunity to clear the cap penalty once.

  • 60/60 = Request a cap penalty clear

QB Guru

TLDR: Change throwing motion for rookie

Bring in a specialist to improve a young quarterback's throwing motion. Perform this Specialist task 60 times to earn the chance to change the throwing motion for a rookie quarterback under 70 overall.

  • 60/60 = Request a throwing motion change (<70 OVR rookie)

1YR Extension

TLDR: Extend a player's contract by 1 year

Kick the can down the road by extending a player's contract by 5 million dollars and one year. (Only players who are not on rookie contracts are eligible.)

  • 60/60 = Request a 1YR extension (+2.5mil salary/+2.5mil bonus)*

Vet Pay Cut

TLDR: Free up cap space by decreasing a vet's salary

Sometimes a veteran gets the feeling that this is the year, and they want to help the team by foregoing some of their salary in order to acquire a player who will help the team win the championship. Perform this Specialist task 60 times to be able to designate a veteran pay cut.

  • 60/60 = Request a pay cut for veteran
  • ➥ -5mil (+20mil cap hit)
  • ➥ -4mil (15mil cap hit)
  • ➥ -3mil (10mil cap hit)
  • ➥ -2mil (5mil cap hit)

XF Game

TLDR: any player to x-factor for 1 game

Wilt's 100-point performance. Jordan's flu game. Adrian Peterson's record-breaking performance. Every legend has a game that will go down in history as one of the greatest single-game performances of all time. Perform this Specialist task 60 times to allow one of your players to become a legend by making them an X-Factor for one game.

  • 60/60 = Request XF for any player for 1 game


Training Staff

Player Wellness

TLDR: Increase Player Wellness for specific player and position group

Choose a player for whom you want to improve their wellness by giving them a rest day or special training. The position group of the chosen player will also see a wellness improvement. If a player's wellness rating is low, they will be limited to one attribute request every 48 hours. For players you want to develop more quickly, a good rule of thumb is to give them and their backup at least three wellness days each season.



Media

Webmaster

TLDR: Earn content points by compiling highlights

Each PML game typically features one or two standout performances. You can showcase these performances to the world and gain a decent amount of content points by completing the Media task "Webmaster."

  • Level 1 = 1 additional content point
  • Level 2 = 2 additional content points
  • Level 3 = 3 additional content points


Fans

Draft Kings

TLDR: Bonus Content Points For Consistent Lineups

Submit your weekly fantasy lineups in the Draft Kings fashion. Five content points are awarded to the week's top lineup. You will receive instant bonus content points for each lineup you submit if you submit line ups on a regular basis.

  • Level 1 = 1 additional content point
  • Level 2 = 2 additional content points
  • Level 3 = 3 additional content points

Underdog

TLDR: Bonus Content Points for Consistent Pick'ems

You can win up to 40 content points each week by submitting underdog style pick'ems. Pick'ems that are consistently submitted will receive instant bonus content points for each submission.

  • Level 1 = 1 additional content point
  • Level 2 = 2 additional content points
  • Level 3 = 3 additional content points