H2o Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 OK, I'm 30+ and I still play video games. I admit it. I simulated a season with the updated roster on NCAA 09 which had the updated player ratings of all the prospects for the draft. I then exported and saved the draft class. I put in the Madden game a few days later and simulated a season to get to the draft. This is what happened: Marcus Freeman was a top 5 prospect at OLB, that was a surprise. Stafford and Freeman were top 5 prospects with Sanchez coming in as a 2nd. Laraunitis was the highest rated MLB and just a 1st round prospect. Aaron Curry was rated as a 1st-2nd. Maualuga was rated as a 3rd round prospect and he was one of the highest rated players on NCAA 09. Robert Ayers was the highest rated DE in the draft as a top 10 prospect. Everett Brown was a 1st. Orakpo was a 3rd, Maybin was a 3rd, Barwin was a 3rd, English was a 3rd, and so was Shaughnessy. Crabtree was rated a 1st, but not top 10. Same for DHB, Harvin, Maclin, Nicks, and Britt. Oher was the highest rated OT as a top 10 pick. Monroe and Andre Smith were 1st round prospects also. The rest of the guys filled out in the 2nd and beyond. Luigs came in as the highest rated C prospect along with Unger in the 2nd-3rd rating. Caldwell, Wood, and Mack were all 3rd round prospects. Pettigrew and Cook were rated as 2nd-3rd round prospects with the other "most mentioned" coming in between the 3rd and 6th. Raji, Jerry, Hood, Brace, and the rest of the DT's didn't even show up as prospects until the 2nd-3rd. The corners were pretty much rated the same way they are now with the order being Davis, Jenkins, Butler, Macho Harris(exception), and Alphonso Smith all spreading out over the first 2 rounds. Patrick Chung came out the highest rated S, but was only a 3rd prospect. Herman Johnson and Duke Robinson were the highest rated OG's with the 2nd round prospect label. That's about all I can remember. I just found it pretty funny the way the DE's showed up. Most of the others had higher ratings than Ayers except for Barwin and English. I know, I know, but I found it a little interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanahan's Horseshoe Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 OK, I'm 30+ and I still play video games. I admit it. I simulated a season with the updated roster on NCAA 09 which had the updated player ratings of all the prospects for the draft. I then exported and saved the draft class. I put in the Madden game a few days later and simulated a season to get to the draft. This is what happened: Marcus Freeman was a top 5 prospect at OLB, that was a surprise. Stafford and Freeman were top 5 prospects with Sanchez coming in as a 2nd. Laraunitis was the highest rated MLB and just a 1st round prospect. Aaron Curry was rated as a 1st-2nd. Maualuga was rated as a 3rd round prospect and he was one of the highest rated players on NCAA 09. Robert Ayers was the highest rated DE in the draft as a top 10 prospect. Everett Brown was a 1st. Orakpo was a 3rd, Maybin was a 3rd, Barwin was a 3rd, English was a 3rd, and so was Shaughnessy. Crabtree was rated a 1st, but not top 10. Same for DHB, Harvin, Maclin, Nicks, and Britt. Oher was the highest rated OT as a top 10 pick. Monroe and Andre Smith were 1st round prospects also. The rest of the guys filled out in the 2nd and beyond. Luigs came in as the highest rated C prospect along with Unger in the 2nd-3rd rating. Caldwell, Wood, and Mack were all 3rd round prospects. Pettigrew and Cook were rated as 2nd-3rd round prospects with the other "most mentioned" coming in between the 3rd and 6th. Raji, Jerry, Hood, Brace, and the rest of the DT's didn't even show up as prospects until the 2nd-3rd. The corners were pretty much rated the same way they are now with the order being Davis, Jenkins, Butler, Macho Harris(exception), and Alphonso Smith all spreading out over the first 2 rounds. Patrick Chung came out the highest rated S, but was only a 3rd prospect. Herman Johnson and Duke Robinson were the highest rated OG's with the 2nd round prospect label. That's about all I can remember. I just found it pretty funny the way the DE's showed up. Most of the others had higher ratings than Ayers except for Barwin and English. I know, I know, but I found it a little interesting. I have you rated #1 overall in the "needs to get laid" category. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LeviF Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I have you rated #1 overall in the "needs to get laid" category. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted March 30, 2009 Author Share Posted March 30, 2009 I have you rated #1 overall in the "needs to get laid" category. Married with two kids son. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanahan's Horseshoe Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Married with two kids son. Then that cements your status as the the #1 overall prospect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted March 30, 2009 Author Share Posted March 30, 2009 Then that cements your status as the the #1 overall prospect! OK, if you say so smart guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twolf Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 OK, if you say so smart guy wow he crushed you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NobesBLO13 Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I have you rated #1 overall in the "needs to get laid" category. Quote of the week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 If you're 30+ and playing video games, consider yourself ahead of the curve. By the time people my age (24) are in their 30's, a much higher concentration will still be gaming. By the time people 12 years and younger are in their 30's, video games will be a part of he lives of just about everybody under the age of 60, largely because of how they will have evolved by then. I've Simmed/Super Simmed my way through six post-2009 seasons now, but made FA signings and trades that weren't necessarily fantastical, but definitely some bold moves. Since my squad has made it to the Super Bowl or the AFC Championship in 4 of those 6 years, I usually draft LATE in the first round, which makes first rounders easy to part with in trades. I haven't added T.O. to any of the rosters yet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanahan's Horseshoe Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 If you're 30+ and playing video games, consider yourself ahead of the curve. By the time people my age (24) are in their 30's, a much higher concentration will still be gaming. By the time people 12 years and younger are in their 30's, video games will be a part of he lives of just about everybody under the age of 60, largely because of how they will have evolved by then. I've Simmed/Super Simmed my way through six post-2009 seasons now, but made FA signings and trades that weren't necessarily fantastical, but definitely some bold moves. Since my squad has made it to the Super Bowl or the AFC Championship in 4 of those 6 years, I usually draft LATE in the first round, which makes first rounders easy to part with in trades. I haven't added T.O. to any of the rosters yet. Check that H20, you may have competition. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2020 Our Year For Sure Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Check that H20, you may have competition. Please try to keep up. Gaming has already shed the whole 'geeky' stigma. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hazed and Amuzed Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Please try to keep up. Gaming has already shed the whole 'geeky' stigma. Yeah man, I'm not a gamer myself but at 31 I know plenty around my age that are. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrDawkinstein Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Please try to keep up. Gaming has already shed the whole 'geeky' stigma. only gamers say this Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPicc2114 Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Ya I thought by now I wouldnt be playing video games anymore, but here we are in 09 and I Still like to play em. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 only gamers say this You mean just how only people who frequent message boards defend message boards? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanahan's Horseshoe Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Please try to keep up. Gaming has already shed the whole 'geeky' stigma. I get it, I play a little. That being said, I'm not going to write up a Madden draft prospectus and post it online. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1billsfan Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I get it, I play a little. That being said, I'm not going to write up a Madden draft prospectus and post it online. I love this post. It's a reminder to everyone that over half of the first rounders we are all discussing and arguing over are going to be busts in the vein that they'll become average to below average NFLers that should have been never been ranked as first rounders. It's like we're arguing over funny money. It's so weird when a DE prospect like Maybin is being considered as a top fifteen pick when the guy weighed 230 lbs a few months ago. Especially after OU's Gholston flamed out so badly for the Jets. So in conclusion, I agree with the Madden game and think that Ayers is the much better prospect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I'm well over 30 and still play video games, and yes I get laid. I also target shoot, scuba dive, weight lift, and read extensively. In addition I collect lead soldiers and paint my own. I used to play Avalon Hill games but lately I've drifted away from that. What's my point? Bite me if you don't like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May Day 10 Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Im 30 and play video games. On My Madden I played 1 season, drafted, played another season, drafted, then I finished my NCAA 09 season. I uploaded the seniors into Madden, so in my 3rd Madden season which is 2010, I am scouting the current draft class, which I already played on NCAA. My XBox football universe is like the Lost version. All sorts of time paradox. The draft class actually came out pretty realistically. NCAA 09 destroys Madden btw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shanahan's Horseshoe Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I'm well over 30 and still play video games, and yes I get laid. I also target shoot, scuba dive, weight lift, and read extensively. In addition I collect lead soldiers and paint my own. I used to play Avalon Hill games but lately I've drifted away from that. What's my point? Bite me if you don't like it. You are truly the Da Vinci of TBD! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrags Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 nice pic today dib. Eve Lawrence is hot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nervous Guy Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 If you're 30+ and playing video games, consider yourself ahead of the curve. Then I'm way ahead of the curve, I'll be 50 this year and still love to play video games... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Then I'm way ahead of the curve, I'll be 50 this year and still love to play video games... Still!? Correct me if I'm wrong, but you were 15 when the home-version of Pong was released. Brother, you got in at the ground floor! I love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayFinkle Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I'm in my 30s and I play video games. No shame in it. Of course I am buying a house next month, so I suspect my free time will significantly decrease in the immediate future. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nervous Guy Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Still!? Correct me if I'm wrong, but you were 15 when the home-version of Pong was released. Brother, you got in at the ground floor! I love it! yeah...that sounds about right...also spent a lot of high times at the arcade at the Como Mall... My son's (16ish) friends are always surprised when they first meet me that I play on the 360. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 For those who are married how does your wife feel about you playing Madden still? Does she understand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I'm thinking about convincing my fiance that its a great idea to buy a PS3 because its also a blue-ray DVD player lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
May Day 10 Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 For those who are married how does your wife feel about you playing Madden still? Does she understand? I live with my girlfriend. We are basically living the married life for all intents and purposes. She really has no problem with me playing video games. She understands and usually goes into the bedroom to watch TV and/or read/cruise the internet while I am playing. Every once in awhile, I find a game she enjoys and she will play too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nervous Guy Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 For those who are married how does your wife feel about you playing Madden still? Does she understand? I've been married for almost 22 years...she doesn't understand but that doesn't matter, it gives her an easy out on gift giving occassions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Big Cat Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 For those who are married how does your wife feel about you playing Madden still? Does she understand? Probably the same way wives feel about guys who like model airplanes/train sets/weekly poker games/beer league softball/MESSAGE BOARDS--at the end of the day, they're all boyish things to do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I've been married for almost 22 years...she doesn't understand but that doesn't matter, it gives her an easy out on gift giving occassions. I am 46, and still play video games, but wouldn't consider myself a gamer. Ane the above point is so on target. First Christmas morning I spent at my future in-laws house, wife to be gives me a PlayStation. Holy scmoley. mother in law was real impressed with a 34 yr old getting excited about getting a video game. Course that was followed by the Sega "Dreamcast" and then the 360 and lastly the WII all on Christmas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peace Frog Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 For those who are married how does your wife feel about you playing Madden still? Does she understand? I'm over 40, have been married almost 10 years, and still like to play games. If my wife gives me any grief about it, I just smack her right in the eye and tell her "Go fix me a turkey pot pie!" Then, I apologize to her later and buy her something nice. Works every time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peace Frog Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 I'm well over 30 and still play video games, and yes I get laid. I also target shoot, scuba dive, weight lift, and read extensively. In addition I collect lead soldiers and paint my own. I used to play Avalon Hill games but lately I've drifted away from that. What's my point? Bite me if you don't like it. Avalon Hill, eh? Try this link: Titan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H2o Posted March 30, 2009 Author Share Posted March 30, 2009 For those who are married how does your wife feel about you playing Madden still? Does she understand? When we first got married I played alot. Now, with 3 year old and a 1 1/2 year old boys, I don't have time like I used to. They definitely consume most of that. The wife is very happy about that. My 3 year old was given the PS2. Right at about the age of 2 he actually learned how to play. I came home from work and he was playing "Crash Bandicoot" all by himself and I mean actually moving the guy around completing his objectives. It was amazing to me. Now he plays games on average of about 4-6 hours a day. He wouldn't be happy if he didn't have it. I have my XBox 360 to play when I get time in the evening, when everyone is asleep, if I choose to play. I don't play but maybe once or twice a week. I have other things that take up my time. Speding time with my wife and children, reading, prayer, chruch functions/activities, and music take up most of my time. Oh yeah, and the internet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dib Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 yeah...that sounds about right...also spent a lot of high times at the arcade at the Como Mall... Ever play Star Castle at the Como mall? Maybe it was the Thruway Mall, my memory decieves me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nervous Guy Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Ever play Star Castle at the Como mall? Maybe it was the Thruway Mall, my memory decieves me. not sure if I remember that one...spent alot of time on Breakout and foosball. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beerball Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 In addition I collect lead soldiers and paint my own. your own what? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted March 30, 2009 Share Posted March 30, 2009 Still!? Correct me if I'm wrong, but you were 15 when the home-version of Pong was released. Brother, you got in at the ground floor! I love it! Atari 2600 rocked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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