A Complete Guide | Madden 23 Scouting and Drafting Guide

This is a Madden 23 Scouting guide and Madden 23 drafting guide all in one. We made sure to go into depth in this Madden 23 scouting and drafting tutorial for each of the positions so you will know what to look out for when you draft. You will also know what to look for when you scout prospects. As always, if you have any questions or comments please let us know in the comments below and we will get back to you.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
00:27 Scouting Assignments
01:51 Region Breakdown
02:56 Scouting
04:16 HBs
11:12 FBs
12:04 TEs
18:35 O-Linemen
24:55 D-Ends
31:39 Linebackers
37:10 Cornerbacks
42:28 Safeties
47:34 Drafting
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[@chasedavis3482]

So I have to comment on this video and give you a definite shout out for how much these videos helped me. I summed my first year rebuilding the Steelers and did my draft and ended with 8 players over a 70 overall and 6/8 had a hidden dev trait. Thank you so much for the help.

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

If you find a gem in a lb pass coverage ive found look for a b or better blockshed along with the a zone it’s game over

[@somethingwittyhere]

I had a relevant ad for my hobbies while watching your videos... Added bonus!

[@justinglen7331]

Looking forward to the 24 breakdowns!!!

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

I also think your best oline man should be your right tackle in madden. Against cpu you get the most pressure off that side unlike real life. I’m at work I can’t wait to go finish my draft

[@K1LLTHEDJ]

Love that u used Texans 🤘🏾

[@MrRVAUGHN]

Love the video man, only thing about it though I can edit n see what ALL the players are.🤔 I didn't like Madden when they did that, I hope they changed it one Day. Thanks 👍

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

I usually don’t draft wr but maybe once every 4 years, almost never draft a hb, almost never draft a dline man unless one falls. All 3 you can find gems in undrafted free agency. I’d look cb qb first round if you need one, oline linebacker te 2-3, then I’m looking depth, best available left no matter what position, or roll players. A big hb to come in and run fb dive, a huge dt to play on goal line, a cover linebacker, a pr kr. If nothing is there I’m stockpiling for next year to move up. Speed and strength always kills. If a day 3 guy is there and he’s first in 40 or bench reps I’ll take a waiver on a guy if no one else is there.

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

Olinemen I don’t usually draft a guy unless he has a in rbk pass block. You can get finesse and power through skill upgrades, but actually getting pass block and run block points are few and far between

[@Tips4Gamers1]

Just depends on what skill upgrade that you are choosing. Some are more geared towards run blocking and others towards pass blocking.

[@bradp3898]

It's interesting that you don't customize the scouts to the class. I usually choose the tier3/national scout based on the strengths, bc I understand strength to basically mean number of players. Is it just because even at 50 percent scouted you generally have enough information? Love your videos - appreciate the time and effort you put in to your work.

[@Tips4Gamers1]

I will when I have time and recommend it but there has been plenty of times that we were not able to. It makes life easier, however, if you understand what you are looking for you will be okay. Take your time and take a chance on the highest probability of success. Thanks for the awesome comment bro!

[@coachscreations6293]

How did you acquire so many 1st round picks??? Love to see a video on how that is accomplished! Thanks for the quality content!

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

Hb, dline, olb look at physicals first. All other positions take a little time go through their skills and add up all of the a-c add in the fully scouted a b or c in the equation. I’ve cracked the code on wr there will be one guy every draft that has 15 he’s the best out of the draft TE will have 2 guys one usually 13 the other 14 and that’s a hit Oline CB Safety 9+ Mlb 13+ (not every draft) but at that point pick the guy with the most. 13+ have 90 percent of the time became defensive rookie of the year. Hb, dline, olb look top physicals then skills. Say olb for instance is top 3-4 in the physicals then check his archetype if he’s power and has A power move he’s the dude If he’s a speed rusher and has an A in finesse he’s the dude Hb is same look at the physicals top speed for elusive and check skills usually atleast c but want a and b for corresponding archetype. Power find the strongest and check the power running skills. Dline is kind of a mix of both theories. Qb just find your guy

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

If you don’t want to look through the wr. There’s a trick to that. Look at the wr that snuck into 25-32 on mock draft 5. He won’t be on the other 4 mocks. That’s almost an outlier on every position. Look at 25-32 if there’s a guy that snuck into the last 7-8 picks that aren’t on the other 4 mocks then he’s going have hidden dev

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

Your best value ends up being qb,hb,wr, olb, fs, ss, 1st round 2-3 oline mlb sometimes cb dline 3-4 te, oline, dline, cb Day 3 oline, dline If you need qb hb wr olb fs ss get them first round it falls off drastically Te cb always 3-4 or day 3. Oline dline you can find them all the way through. Just drafted a superstar center 75 overall last night 6th round Rg next draft 5th round 74 superstar. Had the most a-c traits at 9 and 10 day 3 guys

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

I usually go skill positions first round, cb te 2-4 and heavy in the trenches 4-7 you can’t go wrong with that

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

Speed rushing dt are usually better imo. They’re big, usually faster, can transition easily to a de in a 3-4 scheme. If I’m playing a 3-4 scheme my de are speed rushing dt.

[@Tips4Gamers1]

It depends on the player and his ratings.

[@bankrollwavvy]

I’m just figuring this out but I think when you in the regional breakdown where it says Strengths Weakness and top prospects that it means that the draft class is strong or weak at certain positions in that region not your scout

[@josephriccobono925]

In Franchise mode I want to be more realistic about player Sub-in/out and rotations. Being a jets fan specifically the Jets Cary 10 D-lineman each week and see the field on any given snap. Do you have any suggestions on realistic auto sub options? I play on the All Madden difficulty level as well.

[@eysj]

I'm the same way and what do is go to formation subs and give the "backup" D lineman their own formations. This way you can keep 2-3 starters in with any backup, and never have to sub in-game. I also use "sub DLine" package when I want them all subbed for a play.

[@mixyman86]

Why do you have to snap through the guys quick when scouting? Is that just so you save time personally or does it have something to do with the game?

[@TMTHY911]

Pick 61 of the 2024 draft... Missed the mark on the trade down. Great video though.

[@codyjohnstone7501]

There’s a scrambling QB in my next draft class and he’s elite and has an A in almost every category. But he has “throw away” and “could use improvement at recognizing pressure”. Is he still worth drafting over a Top 5 Strong Arm QB?

[@noteasyysweep5414]

Ik this is a little late but I would say it depends on how ur playing. If ur playing game by game then the traits don't really matter. If ur simming then they do

[@nejikuchiki_7047]

There is no hire and assign scouts option in Madden 23 on current gen in week 1. I don't know if I'm doing something wrong or I'm missing it, but I've gone over that screen plenty of times. There is no option... Is this a glitch or can somebody help

[@eternalflame9339]

Wish you guys made draft classes

[@Tips4Gamers1]

Yeah, we really want to but it is hard to create the time for it. We would love to make everyone have to really think and we would put players in with low overalls that if worked on properly they could turn into gems. We have thought of a million different ways to spice up draft classes. Thank you for your good comment.

[@motluv]

How do I set up a draft board? I will not be online when my league is drafting

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

Nice that I drafted 3 straight ss and now my game after preseason week 1 year 2 after the game disconnects and sends me back to the draft. Wonderful, how are you guys able to play the game with no problems is what I want to know

[@Tips4Gamers1]

We had that exact same issue with our Texan's rebuild.

[@Tips4Gamers1]

Did you back out of your franchise during the draft? We are just curious.

[@creamabdul-jabbar6722]

Yeah tried it all

[@brettsobek6600]

I watched this took notes and the drafting is nuts. Thank you but this is broken

[@alexisgiroux7449]

Will you do a vid on drafting wr?

[@Tips4Gamers1]

Yes.

[@grantgallawayssports4498]

Let’s go

[@Tips4Gamers1]

We hope this helps!

[@user-nm5hm9xg3e]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 🏈 *Learn how to scout and find X factors for a successful Madden draft class.* 00:27 🔄 *Tier 3 scouts can cover multiple positions, providing versatility in player selection.* 01:22 🌍 *Regional breakdowns can be flexible, focusing on strengths rather than weaknesses.* 03:41 🕵️‍♂️ *Scouting efficiency increases during the NFL combine, aiding in player evaluation.* 04:23 🏈 *Understanding player archetypes is crucial for effective scouting and drafting.* 05:45 💡 *Focus on player ratings and physical attributes over player notes for better scouting decisions.* 08:01 📈 *Quick player evaluations are essential, focusing on key attributes for each position.* 11:28 🤔 *Consider positional versatility and draft projections when selecting players.* 12:54 🏈 *Upgrade player archetypes strategically to maximize overall team performance.* 16:21 🏈 *Evaluating players' strengths and weaknesses is crucial in Madden 23 scouting.* 17:03 🧱 *Understanding player archetypes helps in making informed drafting decisions.* 18:56 🎓 *Analyzing draft trends by position can guide draft strategy.* 19:23 💡 *Pay attention to archetypes and player skills rather than just physical attributes.* 20:48 🤔 *Consider the draft round and positional depth when evaluating player potential.* 22:10 💪 *Elite strength and good awareness are desirable traits in offensive linemen.* 25:08 🕵️ *Understanding player archetypes helps in deciphering player potential.* 26:01 🧩 *Analyzing player attributes is like detective work to uncover hidden talent.* 27:39 🔄 *Adjust drafting standards based on projected draft round and player potential.* 31:38 🏈 *Evaluating player archetypes and skills is crucial for linebacker scouting.* 33:26 🌟 *Recognizing player strengths and weaknesses helps in identifying draft prospects.* 33:54 🚩 *Be cautious with pass coverage guys, as their performance may not always match their ratings.* 36:36 💡 *When scouting, prioritize players with high awareness, physicals, and suitable archetypes for their positions.* 38:01 📊 *Assess a player's coverage skills based on their ratings; e.g., high man coverage indicates suitability for man-to-man coverage.* 40:35 🏈 *Evaluate players' coverage abilities based on their ratings and archetype; e.g., high press for slot corners.* 45:28 🛡️ *Look for players with balanced coverage skills and high awareness, especially for safeties.* 50:47 💰 *Utilize trading to maximize draft picks and secure desired players, focusing on quality over quantity.* 51:46 🎯 *Double down on scouting to identify hidden gem players with high potential for later rounds.* Made with HARPA AI

[@skolclippedyou2203]

That punter frank Childress dosnt actually look to bad, A kick acc. And he's a power guy.

[@Grizzxxxx]

I JUST WANT TO KNOW HOW TO SET MY DRAFT CLASS WHEN SO IF I CANT MAKE THE DRAFT

[@ethanmalone6528]

Not sure why but all my players except the regions I scout are at 20% is that normal bc lasts year madden was always at 40%

[@pdraggy]

I like looking at the ACTUAL numbers... I mean your WR could be 15th in his class for speed... but he still runs a 4.4 40! II take notice what the first guy run (4.2?!) and compare it to the second guy (4.35) so... yeah the gap is HUGE the first WR is MUCH faster than the second guy (if his acceleration numbers are about equivalent)... but if the guy can run a deep route you can just point him to the endzone and 8 times out of 10 he'll outrun the CB!). If a WR runs JUST a 4.4 40 and has HIGH cone/ shuttle numbers and agility/ COD you know you got a bieast inside the numbers! Same as guys in the trenches (Oline/ Dline) if you don't bench at least 35x don't even talk to me. Also NEVER get a lineman that's undisciplined. DB/ LB can also be a problem when undisciplined. From my exp when your lineman is undisciplined that leads to 1-3 penalties a game. a offsides penalty not only puts you back 10yds, it also takes away your gains from that play and that can be killer!). I also DON'T even look at F Injury OR stamina. Might be my paranoia - I have no solid evidence, but the best ability is availability- if your skills aren't available due to low stamina or you get injured you're no good to me. That eliminates 60-70% of guys so :).

[@ericjsmith12]

Question! I’m scouting CB’s and I 100% scouted a guy that doesn’t have the greatest physicals (speed, agility decent-solid) and only the acceleration is great-elite). Man is a C, Zone is a D, but his awareness, play rec and kick return are an A. He’s a 6’3”, 22 year old staff recommended focus player and his talent is top 5 even though his projection is round 1-2. What do you think?

[@LukaDoncicFitnessOfficiaI]

If a cb with c man and d zone is top 5 the class is probably a bust

[@brainsabouttobust]

You sound like Billy Riggins from Friday Night Lights.

[@Tips4Gamers1]

Just more fast, handsome, and smooth lol just kidding. I have never watched that show before so hopefully he is a cool dude. Thanks for commenting!

[@brainsabouttobust]

@@Tips4Gamers1 Texas forever my friend. Good tips too!

[@caseymonson6691]

Best draft video ever

[@minasparker1421]

I think that name at like 15:45 is probably pronounced "Broffton"

[@nickygembe1098]

I know this is gonna seem random, but can you upload this random class to madden share??!! I see alot of talent here that could help alot

[@Tips4Gamers1]

Wish we could but we cannot unfortunately man. It was Auto generated and we never saved it.

[@Tips4Gamers1]

If you come across one you believe is a great draft class you will have to go in and export it in order to import it.

[@nickygembe1098]

Dang! I understand. That was honestly the best class I've ever seen. Found a really freaky DT in mine.

[@Tips4Gamers1]

Yeah, sorry big dawg. This was a pretty solid draft class besides the offensive line, defensive line, and linebackers. The linebackers in this class were cheeks for the most part.

[@mrk5tonio654]

Does ANYONE have A List on rating tier list ? That’s all I need lol

[@alliewilcox8622]

So I’m assuming I never really look at scheme fit per position?

[@Tips4Gamers1]

We do, but at the end of the day, if there is a really good player that is of a different scheme we will usually make an exception.

[@orangeviperau9960]

I drafted LG x-factor, so rare

[@Tips4Gamers1]

Yeah, thank the Madden gods for they shined down glory upon you. You just might be the chosen one bro.

[@orangeviperau9960]

@@Tips4Gamers1 maybe a glitch

[@zzxx4566]

Are you a receiver of some sort Trench hog big hog molly lol😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@timtoney9646]

I know it’s irrelevant but those profile are PS2 era texture and quality.

[@akillercat64]

Wish online drafts actually worked and didn't bug

[@Appdawgz]

From what I’ve seen in my personal franchise the glitch is almost all the way ironed out

[@NorrisJonesYT]

Algorithm

[@ArchibaldEdits]

I refuse to play in any league that allows team managers to change WRs to TEs - so cheesy.

[@Tips4Gamers1]

Some people do it because it makes the league much more challenging.

[@rjrasta2348]

In my league they got a 6’9 TE high throwing him all day

[@devinhodges1077]

Where’s the Wr guide?

[@Tips4Gamers1]

That is coming up this week.

[@charleslebrasseur8870]

This vid is more or less a joke...You got 6******* 1st round picks and how much 2nd Round? even picking the first on the list each pick randomly, anybody would do a good draft with 12 picks in the first 2 rounds... Completely unrealistic.

[@deanc818]

Should be 1/3 as long, and much more concisely communicated. Instead, it’s unnecessarily long, relentlessly rambling, highly self-indulgent brain dump. Clickbait title, probably more helpful to franchise newbies than to veterans. 2 cents: if you continue making vids, cleaning up your communication style might deliver more value in less time (=more respectful of viewers’ time) and get more widely shared. GL.

[@Tips4Gamers1]

We appreciate the feedback. However, your feedback could have been 1/3 as long, less spaces after each sentence, and words that make better sense while still trying to make yourself look smart. Unfortunately, we cannot please everyone and we needed to provide multiple examples for people to understand what to look for. This video is for more than just beginners because we break down exactly how to understand every aspect of the draft and how to perfect it. Lastly, the title was not clickbait by any means and we hope you have a good day. Make sure to check out our other videos if you want to perfect your craft in Madden. Just make sure that you understand that it takes time to get to a professional level. Nothing done quickly is worth doing at all.

[@pussydestroyer87]

CAWD!