25 tips to win more games in College Football 25

Offensive Strategy

The read option now requires pressing A or X to keep the ball with your QB. Always plan to hand off but be ready to adjust if the defender crashes.
Use the pass lead function to guide the ball away from defenders, making your passes harder to intercept.
Execute high passes by holding L1 or LB to sail the ball over defenders in tight coverage.
Customize your receiver’s route stems to optimize passing plays based on the defense’s alignment.
After the catch, be prepared to make quick moves to evade defenders and gain extra yards.
Mix up your passing techniques by using lob, touch, and bullet passes depending on the situation.
When scrambling, use the playmaker feature to direct nearby receivers into open space by flicking the right stick.
Avoid predetermining your reads; instead, scan the field and make decisions based on the defense’s coverage.
Vary your ball-carrier moves with jukes, spins, and stiff arms to keep defenders guessing and break more tackles.

Defensive Adjustments

Use the switch stick to instantly control the nearest defender, positioning yourself for interceptions or tackles.
Adjust your zone coverage depths in the play call screen to tailor your defense to different game situations.
Quickly identify the opponent’s user-controlled defender after the snap to avoid throwing into coverage.
When facing crowded defensive lines, especially in shotgun formations, use your blockers effectively to slide around the edge.
Match your defensive formations to the opponent’s personnel, using heavier sets against fewer receivers and nickel or dime packages against multiple receiver sets.
During returns, dive through blockers to disrupt the opponent’s timing and force them to adjust their running path.

Game Management

Practice with the new kicking system to find the most comfortable method and aim for maximum power.
Control the game’s tempo by adjusting your team’s pace—use normal tempo for balanced play, no-huddle to catch the defense off guard, and chew clock to protect a lead.
Utilize laterals to extend plays in critical moments, keeping the ball alive when other options are exhausted.
Set up your favorite plays for quick access during high-pressure situations, reducing the time spent searching through formations.
Use pump fakes to bait defenders, giving you a speed boost around the edge or creating separation for a receiver.
Switch to the all-22 camera angle during kickoffs and punts for a better view of blocking setups and potential lanes for bigger returns.
Master the use of audibles to switch formations and plays on the fly, keeping your opponents guessing and turning potentially bad plays into successful ones.