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Defense

MaddenUniversity.com Strategies - Defense

Master defensive strategies to dominate your opponents in Madden NFL. Learn how to shut down offenses, create turnovers, and adjust your defensive schemes to counter any play. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, our tips and guides will help you elevate your defensive game to the next level.

Game On the Line:  Adjust Your Defense Like a Madden Pro

Game On the Line: Adjust Your Defense Like a Madden Pro

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Written by: TNT713
Category: Defense

Are you tired of getting caught off guard on crucial fourth downs in Madden NFL? Mastering defensive adjustments can be the key to turning the tide in those high-pressure moments. Discover how to navigate the defensive adjustment menus with speed and precision, and elevate our game to the next level!

Last Updated: October 23, 2025

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Descrambling Quarterbacks Overview

Descrambling Quarterbacks Overview

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Written by: TNT713
Category: Defense

Facing a scrambling quarterback in Madden NFL? Discover effective strategies to contain their mobility and limit their impact on the game. Master these techniques to improve your defensive gameplay and keep the quarterback in check!

Last Updated: October 23, 2025

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High-Pressure Madden Defense: Unleashing the 46 Bear - Safety Fire

High-Pressure Madden Defense: Unleashing the 46 Bear - Safety Fire

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Written by: DaMasta
Category: Pass D

$25 Tip of the Month Contest WinnerNeed a high pressure A-Gap pressure defense in Madden NFL?  Crush the competition with the 46 Bear - Safety Fire blitz.  In this $25 Tip of the Month Contest Winning submission, "DaMasta" breaks down how to set up, execute, and turn up the heat on any offense.  Whether you're preserving a lead or snatching victory from the jaws of defeat, make this blitz your secret weapon and unleash your defensive potential!

Last Updated: October 23, 2025

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Stop the Run: Alignment Strategies

Stop the Run: Alignment Strategies

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Written by: TNT713
Category: Rush D

Struggling to shut down your opponent’s running game? Discover the essential techniques and defensive alignments needed to dominate the line of scrimmage. From selecting the perfect play to positioning your defenders strategically, learn how to effectively stop the run and turn the tide of the game in your favor. Get ready to elevate your Madden NFL defense to the next level!

Last Updated: October 23, 2025

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Stop the Run: User Controlled Linebackers

Stop the Run: User Controlled Linebackers

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Written by: TNT713
Category: Rush D

Want to step up your run defense in Madden NFL? Discover how manually controlling a linebacker can transform your defensive strategy. Learn the essential tips for filling gaps, pursuing the ball carrier, and making game-changing tackles. Ready to dominate the line of scrimmage?

Last Updated: October 23, 2025

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Stop the Run: Block-Shedding Techniques

Stop the Run: Block-Shedding Techniques

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Written by: TNT713
Category: Rush D

Want to shut down our Madden opponent's running game without switching defenders?  Just because we get blocked doesn't mean we're out of the play.  We must master block shedding techniques to make impactful plays in the run game. This guide outlines how to outmaneuver offensive linemen without switching defenders so we can dominate, even when we take on a blocker!

Last Updated: October 23, 2025

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Stop the Run: Maintaining Gap Integrity

Stop the Run: Maintaining Gap Integrity

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Written by: TNT713
Category: Rush D

Struggling to stop the run in Madden NFL? Learn how to master the art of filling running lanes and improve your defensive game. Discover essential tips for maintaining gap integrity and making key tackles to shut down your opponents’ running game!

Last Updated: October 23, 2025

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  1. Stop the Run: Blitzes and Stunts
  2. Stop the Run: The Power of Pursuit
  3. Stop the Run: The Power of Pre-Snap Adjustments
  4. Stop the Run: User-Controlled Tackling
  5. Stop the Run: Shut Down Run Plays
  6. Pass Defense: Reading the Quarterback
  7. Pass Defense: Coaching Adjustments for Safeties in Madden NFL 26
  8. Stop the Run: Series
  9. Descrambling Quarterbacks: Stopping the Dual Threat
  10. Descrambling Quarterbacks: Series

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