I had this posted in the discussion thread but it's not getting any looks and I think this is a relevant point.
Head Hunter Defense
The Headhunter ability gives a bonus to causing fumbles, big hits, and monster hits when this player is traveling at or near full speed.
This skill works best for secondary players who can fly in and make the big hit.
Additional Levels:
Increases bonus to causing fumbles, big hits, and monster hits.
Will we get any more information about this SA before it becomes available. I ask because I have a linebacker that could potentially benefit quite a bit from it though I realize it is intended for secondary players. I guess the relevant question is, what does "at or near full speed" mean? I almost feel like this SA should say something more along the lines of "when the defender has a clean shot on the ball carrier".
For example, on sweep plays LB's are often cutting across the field at or near full speed but I don't really feel like this is an occasion where they are head hunters since the ball carrier is usually moving in a similar direction. However the the ball carrier comes up the middle, a LB is able to plant his feet and unload on the runner it is more of a head hunting situation.
Are there any other thoughts on this topic? Doesn't it seem a little strange to give a bonus to monster hits when the defender is running at top speed but chasing the ball carrier from behind?
Head Hunter Defense
The Headhunter ability gives a bonus to causing fumbles, big hits, and monster hits when this player is traveling at or near full speed.
This skill works best for secondary players who can fly in and make the big hit.
Additional Levels:
Increases bonus to causing fumbles, big hits, and monster hits.
Will we get any more information about this SA before it becomes available. I ask because I have a linebacker that could potentially benefit quite a bit from it though I realize it is intended for secondary players. I guess the relevant question is, what does "at or near full speed" mean? I almost feel like this SA should say something more along the lines of "when the defender has a clean shot on the ball carrier".
For example, on sweep plays LB's are often cutting across the field at or near full speed but I don't really feel like this is an occasion where they are head hunters since the ball carrier is usually moving in a similar direction. However the the ball carrier comes up the middle, a LB is able to plant his feet and unload on the runner it is more of a head hunting situation.
Are there any other thoughts on this topic? Doesn't it seem a little strange to give a bonus to monster hits when the defender is running at top speed but chasing the ball carrier from behind?
