All ball carrier moves in College Football 26 and how to perform them

All ball carrier moves in College Football 26 and how to perform them

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Which trick are you pulling off first?

College Football 26 offers different ways for you to breach the opposition’s defense, and mastering the concepts will allow you to score more touchdowns to snatch more wins.

EA Sports has made a few tweaks from College Football 25, and so far, I have loved them. The ball control you get to enjoy in this year’s game is certainly more. Set’s quickly check out all the options available in your offensive arsenal that you can perform with an athlete carrying the ball.

When it comes to ball carrier moves, it’s essential to understand that all tricks have situational requirements. This is the first important aspect to keep in mind.

Ballcarrier controls in College Football 26
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A spin is the easiest way to beat your opponents. Perform it by pressing the B/Circle button on your Xbox/PlayStation controller. You’ll also need to control the LS in the direction you want to exit after performing the move. You can also spin either way, so always try to spin away from opponents.

You can master the move by observing the defenders, as it’s best to perform the move as they’re trying to charge in for a tackle, and have already committed.

A stiff arm can be pulled off with the help of the A/X button on your Xbox/PlayStation controller. Just like the spin, you’ll have to wait for the defender to close in on a tackle. A stiff arm allows you to reduce the impact of an incoming tackle and enables your carrier to retain balance during their sprint.

Trucking might seem similar to pulling a stiff arm, but it’s a lot more complex. It’s performed by flicking the RS forward as the defender is trying to charge into a tackle. If timed correctly, your ball carrier will knock the defender over and continue his run. You’ll also need a player with a high Trucking stat to perform the move successfully.

Juking is like a side step, where you move the RS to either your left or right, based on where you want your player to move. It has to be performed before the defender has moved into a tackle charge for a better chance of success.

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The Hesi Juke is a more advanced form of the basic Juke, and it’s performed by dragging the RS down while moving with the ball. Unlike the standard Juke, it causes your ball carrier to slant backwards, and it best succeeds if you’re about to get tackled from the side. So, in simple terms, perform the standard Juke when you’re being tackled from the front, and the Hesi variation for tackles from the side.

You can jump over an incoming defender with the help of Hurdle by jumping over him. To do so, press the Y/Triangle button on your Xbox/PlayStation controller. It’s a slightly complex move that only works if the defender doesn’t have a second teammate closing in.

There are three additional moves you can perform with the ball carrier. These aren’t concepts associated directly with beating the incoming tackles.

  • Tap the X/Square button with your QB (while giving up on the LS button) to stop running and slide to the ground with the ball.
  • Hold the X/Square button when you’re close to the touchline to make an aerial dive and gain a few extra yards. Do remember that a defender can cut your dive attempt in the air, resulting in a successful tackle.
  • While being tackled to the ground, press and hold the RS to fall a few yards in front. Those additional yards can make a difference in your eventual attempt at a touchdown.

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