How to Intercept & User Pick in Madden 24

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Knowing how to intercept in Madden 24 is essential if you want to make it big in the game. Stopping a pass from the opposing team can turn the tide and help you win matches – even championships. With Madden 24 releasing in less than a day (except for those playing in Early Access), players have a few unanswered questions. These questions are often related to the complicated mechanics of this beautiful game. EA Sports has announced an improved gameplay experience on both sides of the field, making it much easier for players than in previous iterations. So, let’s dive into what you need to do to intercept in Madden 24, and how to user pick.

Madden 24: How to Intercept

(Updated on October 7, 2024 – updated links and format)

You can intercept a pass in Madden 24 by pressing and holding the corresponding button depending on the platform on which you play the game:

Playstation – Hold Triangle
Xbox – Hold Y
PC – Hold R

However, this will only get you so far. To make an interception in Madden 24 you will need to combine all your skills into one precise moment. These include anticipation, positioning, and of course, timing.

For this, you will need to control the player on your own. To user switch press the corresponding button:

PlayStation – Press the O button.
Xbox – Press the B button.
PC – Press the middle mouse button or the F key.

Now, once you know how to switch a player in Madden 24, you will need to put your best effort into intercepting the ball:

Position Yourself Right: Stand slightly ahead or beside the receiver.
Time Your Move: Jump or reach for the ball just before it reaches the receiver.
Alternative Moves: If interception in Madden 24 seems tough, try swatting the ball or tackling the receiver.
Swatting the Ball: On PlayStation press Square, on Xbox press X, and on PC press Q.

How to Player Lock in Madden 24 Franchise Mode

There are some other things you can try if you are not sure that you will stop the pass. One of them includes tackling the opposing receiver:

Playstation – Hold X
Xbox – Hold A
PC – Hold E

You are bound to spend some hours practicing this interception mechanic if you want to perform it successfully every time. It is important to user pick and select the nearest player to the opposing receiver. Use different strategies and moves to retrieve the ball in mid-air. Strafing is another defensive gameplay move you can try to get the ball before the rival team does. To perform this action, press and hold the following buttons: