How to hard cut in Madden 24: Inputs & tips

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Nick Chubb Cleveland Browns Madden 24

If you’re looking for an effective way to change your running direction in Madden 24, you shouldn’t miss trying out hard cuts. This movement could disrupt the opposing defense and put your runner in front of the end zone. Here’s how to hard cut in Madden 24, including some extra tips and the input commands.

Madden 24 players have a significant array of moves that will assist them in both offense and defense situations, such as sliding to gain extra yards or using the hit stick tackle to bring the opposing runner to a halt.

However, one of the mechanics that will give you great results when attacking is undoubtedly the hard cut. With this move, you can change your run direction and break through the opponent’s zone defense toward the end zone.

If you don’t know how to execute this movement, here’s all you need to know about how to hard cut in Madden 24, including the input commands and some tips to consider.

Madden 24: How to hard cut

To do a hard cut in Madden 24, you need to hold L2 on PlayStation or LB on Xbox controllers, and while running, you can change direction using the left stick, whether you want to perform a hard cut to the left or the right.

Marvin Jones Jr. celebrating in Madden 24
The proper use of hard cuts can make you score many touchdowns in Madden 24.

This move, when used swiftly and accurately, will help you shake off the coverage of an incoming defender, as well as maneuver toward the end zone.

To execute a hard cut most effectively, you should always keep an eye on your opponents. If you attempt a hard cut while being closely defended, you won’t be able to execute it correctly. Depending on the stats of both the defender and your runner, the play could even result in a fumble.

So now you know how to hard cut in Madden 24. For more about the new EA Sports game, we suggest to check out our other related guides.

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