Gamer Points
Accomplish the indicated task to unlock the corresponding number of Gamer Points (1,000 total possible points):
Activate RS card: 10 points
Complete 30 years of franchise mode: 400 points
Complete an offline game: 30 points
Enter the History Book: 10 points
Get four sacks in one game: 100 points
Get a first down: 20 points
Pass for 350 yards: 100 points
Rush for 200 yards: 100 points
Score a touchdown: 30 points
Win a franchise mode game: 100 points
Win the Super Bowl: 100 points
Create Low Paid All-Star Quarter Back
Create a punter or kicker with all his attributes at maximum, including passing. You can sign him for a low salary because he is a kicker. Then, set him as the starting quarterback on the depth charts when the season begins. You will now have the best kicker/punter and QB in the league. You may also maximize all passing attributes and move the kicking attributes down to sign him at an even lower price; however this is only recommended if you rarely kick.
Onside kicks
This trick works with any kicker. When you are kicking off, select “Onside Kick” when the return team is switching formation. When they are set, take the power bar all the way to the top, but do not select it. Bring it all the way down so that the power is at 31. Next, make your accuracy 97 to 99. The ball will hit the ground and go up straight up in the air every time. Have one of your players that is close to the ball sprint toward it. This makes all your players follow, and you will usually get it.
Easy sacks
Be a defensive lineman and back up a few feet. When the play starts, immediately run forward and Hitsick an offensive lineman. He will fall down and your player will still be running fast towards the quarterback to sack him.
Easy touchdowns
Take the best wide receiver on your team and put him in the tightend position. Audible his route so he does a fly (straight) route. Since he has such a low overall rating, they may just have a line backer on him or he might not even be covered. Throw it to him and he will easily be able to burn the defense.