I drafted a football god in NFL 2K5

[@stevedotdec8714]

"Drafting offensive lineman really isn't that fun to be honest, I want some skill positions." Reminds me of every Dingos recruiting class :(

[@videogamefreak221122]

Drewski: is incredibly thin at o line and d line Also drewski: “OooOoH tHis AtH cOUlD pLAy QB”

[@sammerendino2870]

"I'm not gonna draft any O linemen because it's more exciting to draft skill positions." *proceeds to get sacked 89 times*

[@nicksname26]

The colts every year after getting Andrew luck

[@Zach-td5mb]

And the bengals

[@jeremyfletcher7726]

Reminds me of the lions in the early 00's lol

[@iillestrs2153]

It’s crazy because this game was like 20-30$ on release in 04-05. The depth has still been unmatched nearly 20 years later

[@Hoodie412]

Madden literally does the same thing

[@TheChosenMoose01]

@@Hoodie412 Except it doesn't

[@trippen4391]

@@TheChosenMoose01lol

[@Hoodie412]

@TeeJay-ue9pp yea your right because madden 05 was a million times better

[@floatinrocktubetalk3768]

I really hope they get to make a nfl game soon.

[@NTE_]

1 Billion likes and I'll buy the Cleveland Browns and take them to the Super Bowl

[@braydenbecker4773]

KZbin LIKE BOTS: allow me to introduce myself.

[@ScrawnyCFB]

Can I be your assistant GM?

[@FridgeProtector41]

Can I be the head coach or a coordinator

[@cocoman281]

Let me be the fullbacks coach!

[@LixUggo]

can i be your biggest fan?

[@dynamicrockwell3449]

8:41 The last time two Running Backs were taken with the top three picks of the draft was in 1983 with the LA Rams drafting Eric Dickerson and the Seattle Seahawks drafting Curt Warner 2nd and 3rd overall, respectively.

[@dnmoscato92]

Really another player named curt warner? Lol that's funny. I know the other is with A K but still

[@luckyn40]

There is a glitch where the CPU only drafts QBs, HBs, DEs, and LT in the 1st round. One of my favorite glitches because I would always trade for 1st pick of 2nd rnd and get best defensive skill player on the board. I traded for Ed Reed and had 2 star cornerbacks and got almost 50 team picks in one year between secondary and linebackers

[@Twigg4075]

That's not a glitch, just bad programming. One of the few bits in an otherwise perfect game.

[@abarkins]

@@Twigg4075 They didn't make a "perfect game" in 2004. 2k football was incredible and ahead of it's time. But it's flaws are easy to ignore bc Madden is nothing but flaws and is still behind a 17 yr old game. And I'm a 2k stan and desperately wish I had NFL 2k22 on my PS5. Even though I'm sure the developers focusing on microtransactions would have watered down the game by now.

[@Twigg4075]

@@abarkins True. It definitely wasn't perfect. But it's still the best football game ever made.

[@abarkins]

@@Twigg4075 Yep....sadly

[@TrevorHamberger]

You need to play on harder sliders. I have mine set to 5 above zero for human and 3 below 100 for the a.i Edit: I'm dropped down to playing the A.I at one slider away from max. I'm still playing on 5 above zero for humans. Once you go below that human slider the players get too slow to compete.

[@JohnThaDreamer]

Current gen (PS5) Madden graphics + APF2k8 physics + NFL Head Coach 09 overall depth + NFL 2k5 presentation + NCAA 14 = The greatest football game ever created.

[@stephengrigg5988]

How about NBA 2k's graphics? Madden being current doesnt mean it's not hot garbage

[@DanTheManWFE]

NFL 2K25 literally

[@praetorian9823]

The funny thing is, I drafted a 66 speed HB named Ricardo Washington. He’s had 3 seasons where he got over 1500 yards, 2 of which were 18 and 1900 yard seasons. He’s also caused a little over 40 injuries in his 5 seasons with us, no, that is not a joke. Most of them have been severe too. Point is, even slow backs can be monstrously effective in this game, and that’s the beauty of it. Oh, also as a Tip NTE. On the first day of the combine only use one hour and look at a wide variety of players. You can get a general enough picture from it that if they look really good you can give them 2 more hours, or if they look bad, no sweat off of your back. It helps make scouting way less random. Oh, and on a final note, don’t get concerned if you draft a player with a 60-70 overall rating. Progression is very random, and it makes it interesting. I drafted a 69 overall guard named Pena who became a 99 overall player 3 seasons in. Same with a 67 overall MLB I got in the second who’s now 87.

[@austinwilliams7919]

I did the same thing in Madden 16, I drafted 2 secondary players, Abram Lucas, and Ellis Finley.. and they were both 7th rounders, they both reached 90 overall within 2 seasons, and Abram Lucas set the record for ints in a season

[@Hazel-Cross]

i need this game. is it on PC?

[@praetorian9823]

@@Hazel-Cross no, but there’s a PSx… whatever it’s called. A PS2 emulator that you can install onto your computer and emulate the game that way. It’s complicated though, and sadly doesn’t work for the superior Xbox version.

[@Hazel-Cross]

@@praetorian9823 is the xbox game backwards compatible for xbox one?

[@praetorian9823]

@@Hazel-Cross no, but if you have a 360 it’ll work. Also the same apparently with the Series X, though it required strange techno voodoo magic to get that working.

[@samlong8597]

The main issue with this franchise mode is that for some reason only QB, HB, T, and DE’s go in the first round. The first pick in the second round is the most valuable asset in the mode

[@Beastking800]

Yeah, I've noticed that too, infact that's the only bad thing about the game,

[@praetorian9823]

@Nunya Bizness it also has a couple bugs, but in my glorious Packers dynasty, I’ve experienced about a dozen glitches… Over the course of 10 full seasons. Also, keep preseason on, because your rookies won’t progress and get better if you don’t. Trust me, otherwise most of your roster will consist of 60 overall players that you spent high draft capital on. Though it doesn’t matter if you play the games yourself or not. Also, another great thing about this game is that every running back style is viable. I spent my 3rd overall pick on a 66 speed Running Back named Ricardo Washington. Who’s gotten a minimum of 1500 yards in every season he’s started save his very first. Power backs are just as viable as elusive backs, and are honestly more fun. Especially if they somehow also have 93 agility like Ricardo “Muscles” Washington.

[@BronzeBullBalls]

@@Beastking800 Not really... player progression and regression is dumb. All players automatically start falling apart at 28 years old and players are already preprogrammed to be busts - great players (no randomness at all). Players do not get improvements based on how much they play and what they actually accomplish during games - seasons. Huge deal breaker for me.

[@BronzeBullBalls]

@@Beastking800 Madden 05 has the better franchise mode / player progression system, but NFL 2K5 has the better gameplay.

[@stevenrodan5160]

@@BronzeBullBalls Actually not that true. 2K beats Madden by a mile. You have to keep an eye on players potential ratings. If they are low, they wont progress at all. And 28 is pretty normal for players to start not progressing anymore or to start regressing.

[@Joneth_Piptne]

When the next time you draft WR's make sure to grab the ones with hands being graded between 3-5 on the scouting report... guarantee they will be good

[@austenbrainard2864]

I usually go for hands ✋ first.. cause if you can sling it and they grab it.. TOUCHDOWN!🤣💯 Love the lobs.

[@Joneth_Piptne]

@@austenbrainard2864 on life 💯

[@austenbrainard2864]

@@Joneth_PiptneRn I'm trying to get a rb with good hands to develop a Alvin Kamara/DeAndre Swift Type back in my Franchise. Trying to find a dumpoff so I can take less sacks when my reads aren't developing fast.

[@Joneth_Piptne]

@@austenbrainard2864 hmmmm....the crazy thing is usually when they have great hands their speed be anywhere from 66 to 80 speed at the most or they can't hold on to the ball

[@austenbrainard2864]

@@Joneth_Piptne so I'm kinda shit out of luck with that huh?

[@greyinggeek]

The early 2000s, the time that ushered in the Wild Cat formations, and the 5 wide spread College looks. Right before that, everyone wanted 2 backs. A big bruiser and a scatback. It was a weird time for football. ALSTOTT UP THE GUT!

[@agoo7581]

Jesus, I forgot that the chargers had Doug Flutie, Phillip Rivers, and Drew Brees at the same time at one point. That's gotta be the most insane QB lineup in the history of the game.

[@kalstonii]

Steve young behind joe montana

[@jojijoestar7233]

@@kalstoniiSteelers fumbled Len Dawson

[@MisterFridayOMG]

Please continue this series. It's about the nastagolia of it all. Love that ESPN interface.

[@JSchaffer214]

These NFL 2k games were so much fun! I haven't even played many football games since they've stopped making them. To this day, I have a hard time getting into the Madden games after playing these 2k games so much back in the day.

[@suspence5832]

I would rather watch this be a Franchise series compared to Madden's. Their so much to do as far as player and team development

[@dnmoscato92]

Yeah madden is fucking shit

[@Hoodie412]

It’s literally more to do in madden.. must haven’t played since 99

[@eduardopena5893]

@@Hoodie412 I guess you haven't played a Madden prior to 2015, because they are missing over 80 features that used to be in the older games. Current gen Madden has less to do than ESPN 2K5.

[@DeeTheToyHunter]

You can't just throw and throw in this game....you have to mix up the play calling...the A.I. will adapt to you

[@Wyoming_Cowboy]

This was by far my favorite NFL game of all time. I remember my dad buying it for me because it was cheaper than madden lol

[@Browns2433]

This game is all about timing. Its not like others where you can scramble around every play. You have to let the QB go through their drops so they have better accuracy. Only QBs with good scrambling attributes can move and throw on the run well. Also, you need to hold down X to charge your moves and sprints to make them more effective and then rapidly tap X to sprint.

[@ParisStephan330]

please continue this series/franchise as long as possible. this is great and it's nice to see you playing something you seem to enjoy! 🔥

[@arytonpreacher6276]

Now this is the series I’ve been waiting for!!!

[@taylorfowler1250]

Did he do a series on the franchise?

[@ChampionOrBust]

Bruh. 21:13 had me dying. Made explosive plays then gets hurt. 😭😂

[@jackpendleton1628]

This is not a game where you want to wait on RB's in the draft. You have to remember this was back when LT was winning MVP. The draft logic is borked so but the late rounds there won't be any RB's left. It's better to trade for one anyway.

[@ShakeItLittleTina]

6:52 Josh Jefferson is a monster, he’s been a shutdown corner for like 6 years in my franchise

[@jonlavezza2364]

Former WKU Hilltoppers legend

[@joeyteter9383]

I want more and more 2K5. I know it may not be pretty to look at for some people, but I adore this game. All the way down to it’s magnificent animations

[@MagicalWoodchip]

In two videos of you playing 2k5 I’ve seen more missed field goals by the cpu than any madden in the last 5 years

[@videogamefreak221122]

For real they never fucking miss. Same deal in ncaa 14

[@harrycallahan5018]

@@videogamefreak221122 They miss in ncaa 14, if anything they try to kick it from distances they won't make it from too much, and I play on heisman.

[@videogamefreak221122]

@@harrycallahan5018 for me on all-American, and cfbr with standard sliders, they never miss anything shorter than 52, and punt in some questionable situations. Idk lol

[@harrycallahan5018]

@@videogamefreak221122 Mine usually miss out deep like that, at angles, or bad weather. I've looked into the revamped but how would I go about getting it?

[@videogamefreak221122]

@@harrycallahan5018 I personally play it on pc, on a ps3 emulator, but it can also be installed on Xbox 360 and the PS3 console itself. Check out the discord, or if you want a pc install guide I can drop a link

[@davidharrison3717]

Hell yeah! I’m currently in season 8 of my browns franchise in 2k5! I love this!

[@seanw143]

please do not let this series die this series is already fantastic

[@basicaccount36]

HELL YEAH BABY, thanks drewski think this series will be awesome

[@ColtonSteiner]

"and Kellen WInslow had like 3 drops" - Dude dropped his entire life down the toilet too

[@sweatbot5000]

Yeah, he was a mess. Cleveland definitely attracts crazy.

[@ColtonSteiner]

@@sweatbot5000 Wish I could say you were wrong but sadly that seems to be the case

[@sweatbot5000]

@@ColtonSteiner Born and raised here. But man can it get weird - from athletes to politicians to DeJesus and them. Idk why, but this city makes does weird shit to people 😂

[@sweatbot5000]

Bruh, same. Weirdly enough, I grew up on 30th n Central, then moved to Berea when I was 8. From there to Warrensviile, then out to Cleveland Heights. It doesn't matter which side of the Cuyahoga, you're bound to find some crazy. When they found DeJesus, me and my gf were at the justice center on some petty crime lol. And across from my cell in the hole was Sowell. To make it weirder, this is when they started looking into the bribes and shit from Jimmy DiMora. I love you, Cleveland. But you can't even make this shit up, it's like watching Goodfellas with a dash of Stranger Things.

[@isaiahrozywilliams]

The gameplay is so good, it was hella fun seeing the new qbs pros and cons

[@MikeSparksMusic]

Thank you for playing this legendary game Drew! Kelly Holcomb was the backup QB and William Green was the RB.

[@sweatbot5000]

2:20 You mean Kevin Holcomb 🤣 Naw, but seriously it is cool seeing the old Madden games revisited, especially with my cursed Brownies

[@SOFTDRINKTV]

The recap is supposed to be a video not a slideshow, there's a way to enable that in PCSX2

[@michaelcasares6909]

Dope you watch other madden/football channels. Excited for the new Serasota Seman

[@maxg1836]

i cant figure out how to do this.

[@deedeemerry1295]

@@maxg1836 the guide is on youtube somewhere. full halftime and recap highlights work on ps2 and pcsx2. just need the hdd. on pcsx2, you simulate the hdd

[@redskinsDC2594]

You totally killed the vibe at the end man :( you made this seem like it’s gonna be a series. No point of drafting rookies and not letting them develop

[@jasonpdsi]

Please tell that to Kyle Shanahan. Thanks.

[@sweatbot5000]

@@jasonpdsi please tell that to any Browns staff, GM or owner before 2019. God the past quarter century has been painful here in Cleveland

[@ravex24]

@@jasonpdsi You mean the guy that is basically redshirting his Rookies to try and develop them before he throws them out on the field?

[@JSchaffer214]

@@ravex24 Very few actually know what development means anymore. They think development means spring camp. People's patience is practically nonexistent these days and honestly, the product on the field is suffering for it. If everyone would focus more on real development, I'm willing to bet the games would be even more fun to watch with a smaller gap between the best and the worst.

[@getoffofdeez]

He killed the vibe when he made the Patrick mahome's comment like Patrick throws interceptions more than anybody else

[@Cool-Spot]

Man the animations in this game are still great. Graphics aren't terrible either. Hard to believe this game was only $20 when it came out. Imagine if it was still being made, Madden would have to make effort.

[@SomethingWithZ]

7:26 2003 NFL divisional round, panthers vs giants. Jason Sehorn misses a tackle on Steve smith, who runs it in for a game winning touchdown in the 2nd overtime. It was the last snap Jason ever played in the NFL.

[@ScrawnyCFB]

Add 'Sal' to the infamous Browns QB jersey immediately!

[@sweatbot5000]

Oof

[@RichardRitenour0522]

Been playing football games since 10 Yard Fight IMHO this is THE best ever made, hope you you are doing a series on this, you rock Drewski!

[@Ochocino85]

This is why 2K needs to make NFL games again look at the details compared to the bums at EA

[@GulagPapi]

Nah. The people who put the love and care into this game are LONG gone from 2k, and whatevers left of them is at sega. A 2k football game today would likely just be madden but with 2k engine graphics and even more pay wall shit than EA😢😢😢. 2k5 was SOOOOOO ahead of its time, that its actually insane and saddly we will never get back to this level of quality again

[@austinforshey6675]

Do more of this please. There are literally no franchise mode videos for 2k5 that are this entertaining

[@Jerbear1022]

I was so afraid when you thought that QB was 44 overall. Bust of a lifetime right there.

[@AK.CC1]

Finally I really wanted a madden franchise but not madden 22 cuz that games pretty terrible. I loved the 2018 Colts franchise, Dirty Sanchez for Life!!!

[@JacobG093]

This has to be my favorite football game ever to be honest. It's the first game I played a franchise mode with and ever since I have loved management type games. Even just the sound effects as you're scrolling through things is addicting somehow lol.

[@BetleyIsland36]

You've probably already played through a lot of this series so this may not help, but running is way more effective in this game than passing because of the funky throwing animations, so getting a good RB is definitely worth it if you can

[@jereme2799]

theres a way to update your 2k5 roster to a modern one :) would be a cool series

[@anthonyhann6746]

Definitely make this a long series bro!!

[@scb083]

One thing I remember about this game when it comes to players when you draft them they seem to develop a lot after the preseason if they was good player

[@lmfsilva3000]

The thing about 2K5 vs Madden is that speed is not everything about a running back, remember drafting a power back in the lower rounds for depth, but he was so strong I always got him subbed in for

[@Neckrollios18]

28:24 "Lookin like Pat Maholmes"

[@brycestallcup293]

Hey, NTE.! This would make for a terrific series. Love your videos, and hope you’re doing well, man. Keep up the phenomenal work, sir.

[@austinkogut8975]

Please keep the series going!!!!! I'm excited to see the future of this franchise!!!!!

[@pdofosho]

Dude I loved the video I could honestly hear you be happy playing it and that's what makes me love your videos when I can tell you're having fun

[@DampFrijoles]

That's hilarious that Davis is the head coach. He's coaching at FIU now and it was announced today that he won't be coming back next season. Strange coincidence.

[@drewsmotherinlaw7365]

I used to have NCAA 2K3 on the GameCube, and I can’t even tell you how much watching this game makes me want it back...

[@ecentes107]

This game was WAY ahead of its time. So sad that it was the best NFL game to this date 2

[@nickelbus7596]

Madden woulda went da way of NBA Live had dey not bought the exclusive license lol

[@SchulzEricT]

Madden 06

[@Rastafarianinja]

21:15 a rollercoaster of emotions, and he even got taken out by his own guy lol

[@joeandassociatesinc2650]

Fun fact: Shanahan signed this entire bust of a Dline the next season and they were dominate. Also, when i played this, Marcus Stroud and Jim Henderson, the giants in Jax, yielded instant results. Playing as both, i was able to get 40 sacks a piece in 1 season

[@RemnantPriest]

“We got a kicker in the top 19, we got two of them! This big board is wild!” That took me out 😂😂😂😂

[@calebc4077]

You're the 🐐 for this Drewski, I hope you know that. This game is legendary.

[@TheAnarchitect]

That starting running back would be Adimchinobe Echemandu, and you just unlocked a memory for me. Lol the Browns drafted him back when I was a kid and I always remembered him just because his name was so interesting

[@chaddangler2046]

Just a tip also let your QB finish his drop back and his passes will be more accurate. You're like in a hurry to run as soon as you snap the ball, and like you said he's a 30 speed, you're running into sacks. lol

[@Haybud]

Your thoughts on the halftime show getting old is the reason EA tells us they don’t make a detailed show anymore. They feel we will just skip it anyway to get back to the game. We let them get away with terrible presentation every year.

[@jacob4189]

To be fair we’d skip the half time show in real life as well if we could.

[@Haybud]

@@jacob4189 ya know, I never really thought of it like that. HAH!

[@DevontaTravis]

When NTE said "Bruh" at 5:00 I believe every true gamer felt that

[@skylersorenson1479]

Whenever I’ve had a rough day I can always count on this guy to make it just a little bit better. Thank you Not The Expert!

[@Chogram]

"Drafting offensive lineman really isn't that fun to be honest, I want some skill positions." -> Proceeds to get sacked 457 times in his first game.

[@Dante.]

So nostalgic. I played 2k4 soooooo much. Loved it!

[@alexanderson3906]

I like how you signed Joe Andruzzi and the Browns in real life signed him.

[@tacomcdoom]

Really hope it gets to 20k likes. It's one of the best football games once you get used to the different feel of it.

[@GrumpyPete78]

I recently dug this game and my PS2 out of storage and started playing again. Started a franchise mode and during the draft I saw a TE rated 42 named "Leroy Jenkins". You're goddamn right I drafted him while yelling "LEEEEROOOOOY JEEEENKIIIIINS!!!!!" alone in my living room.

[@warlordofbritannia]

I think Drew confused Isaac Kennedy with the baseball pitcher Ian Kennedy lol

[@benpayne9188]

It’s crazy to me how incredible this game looks and plays in 2021. This series is so much funner to watch than any Madden series.

[@cmd31220]

Remember what they took from us. NFL2k5 is better than anything made in at least the last 10 years

[@ncfldtw2422]

When the game was made, running backs were dominating the land, so that's why you see so many running backs.

[@Rudipu]

You need to emulate a hard drive on the PS2 to get video highlights in the weekly recap/halftime show. Doesn't take long to set up and is totally worth it! Love the video

[@jakej435]

Really hope you keep this series going! Love it

[@WebstarGaming]

4:11 that sounds about right 😂😂

[@GMoney-vt7ev]

I love that you can see the players college stats that’s cool asf madden needs that fr and the ratings seems to matter with consistency and leadership stuff that’s should be in todays game

[@29SnowMan29]

In 2004 the game was different, everybody lined up in the I and RBs had 25 carries a game QBs didn’t throw it 50 times a game like now a days that’s why RBs are taken sooner

[@kingredskin4318]

I Remember playing this in early 2000s, the details in off season was the most important part of game you get to be owner,GM, and head coach of your team it was a look behind the scenes

[@benkelly7499]

Why are even the animations in this game better than any modern madden

[@Merricat_likesu]

Another thing I do love about this games franchise is people retire randomly as opposed to Madden where to this day players retire after the same season every time

[@bmdproductions7578]

This games physics are better than today’s maddens

[@Khunter42]

William green is an iconic browns player from this era. Not any good but iconic nonetheless.

[@rickjamesrickjames1]

Complete franchise mode with current roster? That's a series I'd watch, and would be cool to see the players you drafted develop. Also the more time you're with the game, you'll probably get more familiar and comfortable with the game. The game has a lot of systems, but I'd honestly just mess with stuff you're comfortable with and then take advice from comments from time to time. Would love to see a full franchise playthrough dude 💪

[@jay1932]

Probably my most played game of all time. It was just so much fun to play . Nostalgic watching this, nice one.

[@30ought6ix]

I got this on my ROG Ally. These folks made this game with passion and it shows. No supersim and I’ve had a ball playing this in 2024. If they pulled all this off on a PS2, there is no excuse for these present day developers

[@THEDisneyNerd]

Great to see my school southern miss helping out drewski!!! To the top!

[@zachsyoutubeshorts4630]

Drewski I know you probably won’t see this since I didn’t comment until like a week after but I really hope you keep up this series if you like it. And I’ve seen a lot of positive comments and I like it as well I am a big fan and I have been for a long time keep up the great work.

[@jameskirkland3369]

Always entertaining, definitely my favorite videogame content creator. I struggle watching the losses though! Legit, probably could've won if he would just punt sometimes; it would change the mindset when play calling

[@elitenw77gg]

Hi Drew love your vids always make me laugh

[@kratosrules33]

dont give up on the goat of football games

[@LattesAndLagersEdmonton]

I am already emotionally invested in Sal's development and career!

[@eduardocornejo2903]

It feels weird not seeing AJ80 in a Texans jersey in this video game. But glad I get to see him in your videos!

[@ReedPronschinske]

5:41 Steve Heiden is literally from my hometown of 2,000 people. He is the only player in school history to make it to the NFL

[@leobornlakw]

Bro, this video randomly popped back under a video and when I say the biggest smile came across my face. Good to be back b.o.d

[@whac1c]

I ain't gonna lie, the gameplay is 1000 times better than Madden. Like don't get me wrong, the madden videos that get put out are good and all, but this is brilliant.

[@thisguy161]

Definitely not the expert at reading names in this episode haha

[@darkreyule]

Drewski hyping Mason as he gets injured is the most Drewski thing in this video.

[@broncos435]

nah, the bonehead playcalls were the most drewski thing lmaooo

[@jb11890]

Being a life long Browns fan I can say you traded away my painful memories before you played a single game. Wish you were running the real team in 04

[@dancarcione5345]

If you watched NFL prior to the mid 2000s you would know RB's used to be all over the 1st round. Prime example Cadillac Williams and Ronnie Brown draft.

[@rodneymorin6778]

So this may be a helpful tip. To sprint in this game you have to tap whatever the “x” button is. If you hold the “x” button down until the circle is red your spin or juke move is more powerful. Hopefully this helps!

[@chickenbobgaming3004]

10:21 i remember playing madden 25, and had a kicker projected for the first overall pick, he was then drafted as the seventh pick

[@zeed7407]

Better have never missed a kick ever

[@brucewayne8920]

Tries to trade Jeff Garcia for future hall of famer LT “yeah they aren’t going to want that” 😂