COMMISIONERS / TRADE COMMITTEE: Stephen Wesko Sir Wheeler
- Each "week" will last a maximum of 3 days. The league will run on a 48 hour advance schedule with a 24hr extension upon request. Unless stated otherwise. The week will be simmed @ 10pm EST. Anything longer than 3 days will be subject to league vote.
ALL Users coming into the League will be required to enter the as a Created Coach. (Not a player, not an existing coach, not a GM)
User v User games
- Games must be scheduled as promptly as possible in order to give each player a sufficient amount of time to fit the game into their schedule.
- If there is a major scheduling conflict, players must update league in a new post and will be delegated from there. Tag Admins.
- If you are found or suspected to be dropping intentionally mid-game is highly frowned upon for any reason. If suspected of doing so you will punished accordingly.
- Finish your game, no excuses. “he cheated, I didn't want to, I was being blown out” are not acceptable reasons.
NO HUDDLE / 4TH DOWN RULES / PLAY CALLING:
This is a simulation style league, please play accordingly. 4th down and no huddles happen at anytime throughout the game, however they are not to be abused or used excessively. Here are some examples:
4th DOWN RULES:
-1st Half; 4th and 3 or less from your opponents 40 or closer.
-Down 19+ from your 40 or closer.
Only once in the first half, and never if up 8+
2nd Half: same as first except;
-Down 19+ Anywhere.
Down 9+ in the 4th.
Down or tied withing 2 minutes, anywhere.
No-Huddle:
If outside two minutes may be ran once per drive. Must bring play clock down to 25 seconds before hiking ball.
Inside two minutes may use and snap ball whenever you like.
Offensive play calling: Only run the same play once every 6 plays. flipping play does not count as a different play. Run plays / screens do not count, however must be out of a different formation.
Some insane blitz you mastered, back-2-back to alter the game. Sure, I can see that. 50% of the time, nah, not gonna work.
ACCELERATED CLOCK / CHEW CLOCK / MILKING CLOCK:
FORBIDDEN unless both opponents agree or LOSING TEAM initiates down 14 or more. No Milking the clock unless inside two minutes at the end of either half.
STREAMING GAMES:
•Streaming games is strongly encouraged, but not required. If you feel someone is abusing the rules, you may want to have some way to prove it. Recording game clips or streaming games is the best way. You can also save your streams.
TRASH TALKING: NO RACE, RELIGIOUS OR APPEARANCE SHOTS. KEEP IT MADDEN AND RESPECTABLE.
once again.... THIS IS A SIMULATION LEAGUE
Consider this when composing your roster and play calling.
EX: don't want to see a running back at QB.
EX: spamming glitch plays
This is a gray area and will be reviewed if brought to attention.
Lost Connections, Lag and De-syncs
LAG - Some games lag and that it is not ideal for game play. Unless the game is exited immediately or at a point that there to be little to no advantage for either party and evidence is provided of the claimed lag the game will have to be played out. We have no grounds to take a lead or win off the board when both players are playing at the same disadvantage. If someone is found to be intentionally lagging it will result in an automatic loss. BY ALL MEANS, COME TO AN AMICABLE AGREEMENT BEFORE REPORTING IS PREFERRED.
If the game is in the 4th quarter with less than 3 minutes left, the player winning by 3 scores (17+) has the option to (a) Request replay (b) Play the CPU or (c) Force win.
User with a lead of 21 or more points halfway through the 3rd Qtr can (a) Request replay (b) Play the CPU or (c) Request force win.
1st half 28+ (a) Request replay (b) Play the CPU or (c) Request force win
Proof OR Suspicion of pulling network cables or disconnecting from game will result in removal from the league.
-losing team has right to appeal.
Auto-Pilot
- If you need to be placed on Auto-pilot, YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for removing yourself off of it. This includes OFFSEASON AND THE DRAFT.
- If you haven't spoken with your opponent moments before the game, please be aware, when you go to challenge the User, that the GREEN LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED next to your opponents name. We do not want people playing someone that is on Auto-pilot when they are not supposed to be. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN SUSPENSION
Suspensions
- If you are suspended, you are only able to practice and make managerial moves to your squad. Bye weeks WILL NOT count towards your suspension.
Trading
- USER-USER trades ONLY
- ALL trades must be reported to the league. Failure to do so will result in loss of the acquired player, and a possible DISCIPLINARY ACTION.
- ALL TRADES MUST BE REVIEWED BEFORE BEING ACCEPTED
Trade committee will work more as an advisory board however some trades may be declined.
- If you are fired from a team, you must sign with a different team.
- Dropping and re-signing a player is absolutely FORBIDDEN. You are allowed to not re-sign a player a pursue him in FA. Be careful while negotiating.
Matchups
- A game may be simulated for the following:
*ON THE SIM DATE…
o User does not play his CPU opponent and is last one to play
o Both coaches have not made an effort to contact one another
Rolling Over to Future Madden's
- Users have first dibs on the team they used in the previous year of Madden (after 3 years, team goes back into pool. 3 madden years, not seasons.
LEAGUE VOTES
These will take place for draft times, unforeseen circumstances and some punishments.
WE TRY TO MAKE THE PLAYING FIELD AS LEVEL AS POSSIBLE. PLEASE KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE FB PAGE FOR THE LATEST ADDITIONS AND EDITING TO THE RULES 12
(2) QBs
(4) RBs, includes FB
(5) WRs
(3) TEs
(7) OL
(8) DL
(7) LBs
(7) DBs
The league will advance 12 hours after the SB. During this time you should sign any player you hadn’t during the regular season. Franchise tag ect. Each week will last a total of 24hours leading up to the draft. A draft will occur based on league vote. If the draft is scheduled for off-season weeks are completed, the remaining weeks will sim hourly leading up to draft. Ask if you need clarification.
-Coach can only own team for 3 madden years, not seasons, and will have to put the team back on the market. They can decide to play for them again, but it must be made available.
OTHER:
-If you are new to the league and have chosen a team. You will have 24 hours to make changes to your roster, and then cap penalties will be cleared.
-if you are fired you must choose a new team. The team you choose, you will inherit their current situation, your cap penalties will not be cleared.
-If you do not play CPU, you will receive force W, injuries will be kept on
YOU ARE ALLOWED UP TO 3 CHANCES TO DEFEAT THE CPU ON ALL-MADDEN. AFTER THAT IT WILL BE A FAIR SIM IF YOU DO NOT COMPLETE THE GAME
-You can not cut and re-sign a player. You are able to not sign a player during the season, and bid during Free Agency.
- for trades, please message committe directly. Trade must be posted to group, but does not need to happen until completion. Your decision.
-Do not sign unrealistic deals. If you’re not sure, look at other contracts around the league. If you still are not sure, it’s most likely a bad idea, but you can consult the trade committee if you like.
Complaining:
- If you have a complaint message Stephen Wesko and Sir Wheeler directly.
-Must have proof or keep it to yourself. picture, twitch xbox record ect.
-no proof, no penalty
Infractions: 1x = 1 game, 2x = 4 game, 3x = 8 game. After that you are gone.
This should eliminate a lot of the confusion about what is legal or not, unfortunately you are gonna have to study now to make sure you are within rules. If you aren't ok with these I suggest giving them a try, it will improve your Madden Game. If you aren't willing to give it a shot, I understand. Retire your coach please.