EA Sports is set to release “College Football 25” after an 11-year hiatus, sparking excitement within the college football video game community. The game’s first gameplay trailer has garnered millions of views on YouTube, with subsequent videos showing gameplay, sights and sounds, and a look at dynasty mode also receiving high engagement. Despite the anticipation, EA Sports faced backlash over its team ratings, with fans taking to social media to debate the top 25 offenses, defenses, places to play, and overall teams in the game.
CBS Sports staff also weighed in on the team ratings, pointing out notable discrepancies. Missouri fans were left disappointed by their team’s exclusion from the top 25 despite having a strong offense, while Tennessee supporters took issue with EA Sports’ rankings of their team. Michigan’s defense was also a point of contention, with some feeling that it was underrated in the game. Similarly, USC’s defensive rating was questioned due to the team’s recent performance on the field.
The hype surrounding Colorado in the game was also discussed, with the Buffaloes’ inclusion in the top 25 surprising some given the team’s roster changes. Despite these controversies, the return of the college football video game has generated significant interest and anticipation among fans. EA Sports’ attention to detail in capturing the essence of college football traditions has been praised, although some fans and experts have expressed reservations about certain aspects of the game’s ratings and rankings.
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