How to stiff arm in Madden 24: Input & tips

Madden 24 offers players a wide range of skill moves to try to evade defensive lines, such as the stiff arm move. While it is one of the easiest moves to learn, using it at the wrong moment can result in a loss of ball possession, so here’s how to stiff arm in Madden 24.

Having the best offensive players on your Madden 24 team will ensure many points or even numerous opportunities to score touchdowns. However, if you want to increase that advantage, you should know that there are specific moves used to fend off the opposing defense to gain extra yards on your runs.

This is certainly the case when it comes to the stiff arm move. With the ball in the possession of your player and running at full speed, you can execute a stiff arm to fend off the opposing players and reach the end zone with some flair.

If you don’t know how to perform the move, here’s how to stiff arm in Madden 24, including the input commands and some tips you should consider.

Madden 24: How to stiff arm

To perform a stiff arm correctly in Madden 24, all you need to do is press and hold the X button on the PlayStation controller or the A button on Xbox while the ball carrier is running.

Your runner will be ready to execute the stiff arm when an opposing defender comes within range. However, it’s worth noting that the stiff arm is not a guaranteed movement and can also be a double-edged sword for the player executing it.

If the move is successful, the player can gain more yards with the ball in their hand. However, if the stiff arm is not used properly, the runner will be tackled and it could even result in a turnover. To avoid this, players must consider three important factors.

Firstly, the angle at which the opposing defender is approaching to tackle your runner. The most effective angles to execute a stiff arm are from the side or front, where your attacker can use their arms to fend off the defender while running. If the defender is coming from behind, there’s almost nothing the ball carrier can do.

The second detail to consider is the matchup. The stiff arm cannot be effectively executed if the defender is taller or heavier than your runner.

Finally, you should take into account both your player’s and the opposing defender’s ratings. It won’t be the same trying a stiff arm against a defender with a 77 overall rating as against someone like Jalen Ramsey with a 97 overall rating.

That’s all you need to know about how to do a stiff arm in Madden 24. If you want to learn more about the new EA Sports game, we suggest checking out our other related guide.

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