14 is better honestly.
Graphically it may be more pleasing but the gameplay is bad. Very bad. Main reason? AI
Adaptive AI and Rubber-Banding
During close games, the CPU seems to receive unfair stat boosts, such as increased accuracy, faster reactions, and perfect coverage reads. This creates a “scripted” feel, where victories and defeats feel predetermined rather than earned through skill. The adaptive system affects Dynasty mode competitiveness, making long-term planning and recruiting less meaningful. This reduces the satisfaction of building teams strategically over multiple seasons. The CPU often performs perfectly in the fourth quarter regardless of prior game play. Offensive and defensive AI sometimes makes impossible reads, which reduces realism and diminishes the strategic aspect of the game. I play on Heisman. Adjusting Heisman difficulty to rely on realistic CPU strategy rather than behind-the-scenes boosts would be some constructive criticism. I honestly dont know if I will be willing to check for improvements next year.