Offense
The Bears’ playbook has seen some big changes in Madden NFL 16 and is now a balanced playbook with plenty of chances for big plays downfield. Run-first players will need an all-around HB, while pass-first players should aim for a big receiving target.
Key Formation
Singleback Tight Flex is the optimal formation to start out in, especially if you get a balanced TE who can run-block and hit the seam. If you can’t block your opponent’s pass rush, drop back to shotgun.
Key Player
QB with 95+ Throw Power
Formations
- Singleback: Ace, Ace Close, Ace Pair Twins, Doubles, Y-Trips Bear, Tight Flex
- I-Form: Pro, Flex Twins, Tight
- Strong: Pro, Tight Pair
- Weak: Twins Flex
- Pistol: Ace, Slot Wing, Y-Trips
- Gun: Split Offset, Doubles Wk, Y-Trips Wk, Trio, Bunch Wk, Snugs Flip, Dice Y-Flex, Trey Open, Empty Trey, 5WR Trio
OFFENSIVE Draft Targets
- HB (SPD, TRK, CTH)
- WR (6’3”+ RTE, SPC)
- QB (THP, DAC, PAC)
Defense
The Bears have changed over to a 3-4 playbook and will really benefit from pass-rushing defensive ends who won’t need to drop into zone too often. No matter what, you will still want a solid MLB who is built for zone coverage.
Key Formation
The Bears’ Nickel 2-4-5 Prowl is a great defensive formation that can really give the offense headaches. Start with the Cover 2 Drop and see if all the commotion before the snap doesn’t throw your opponent off for a while!
Key Player
MLB with 85+ Play Recognition
Formations
- 3-4: Odd, Under, Over, Even, Bear
- Nickel: 2-4-5 Even, 2-4-5 Dbl A Gap, 2-4-5 Prowl, 3-3-5 Wide
- Big Dime: 2-3-6 Even, 2-3-6 Will
- Quarter: 1-3-7, 3 Deep
DEFENSIVE Draft Targets
- MLB (PRC, ZCV, SPD)
- DE (STR, BSH, PMV)
- CB (MCV, ZCV, PRS)