JaLaBar
Thanks for taking the time to share your experience with Franchise Mode and how the practice simulation process is working for you. It sounds like you're looking for a smoother, more hands-off way to manage your team's strategy and weekly training without needing to manually adjust settings each time. Completely understandable. It's been a while since I jumped into Franchise mode but I remember it well with those options.
From what you're describing, it seems like the game might be adjusting offensive/defensive focus and strategy settings in a way that doesn't align with how you want to run your team. That is the way I read this, at least. If practice simulation is behaving differently than in past versions, that’s definitely something worth looking into. The ability to set a strategy, lock it in, and let the game handle the rest is an important feature for those who prefer a more GM-style approach.
I really appreciate you bringing this up, and hopefully, we can find the best way to keep your Franchise experience as smooth as possible!
Thanks!