Madden NFL 20 Update: Patch Notes Include Unblocked Defenders Fix And More

EA released a very small update for Madden NFL 20 on PS4, Xbox One, and PC this week that fixes some minor gameplay concerns, as well as improving the game's general stability. We've got the full patch notes below, and they include a fix for a particularly annoying scenario.

The patch fixes two issues that fans have noted. For one, defenders won't be able to go into the backfield unblocked in defensive formations like Nickel 2-4-5 Odd anymore. For another, you won't be able to use the "Nasty Streak" Superstar ability on out-of-position players, either. That ability was added in the August 2019 title update, and some fans have complained that it's overpowered ever since.

The previous update for the game added new formations and plays from Super Bowl 54, including the Jet Chip Wasp. Like this most recent update, it also improved stability for Franchise mode. Football fans may have to put all their attention into Madden at the moment, as the XFL reportedly recently shut down after less than one season.

Full patch notes below:

Franchise Updates:

• General stability improvements

Gameplay Updates:

• Fixed an issue allowing defenders into the backfield unblocked with defensive formations such as Nickel 2-4-5 Odd
• Fixed an additional issue allowing the ‘Nasty Streak’ Superstar ability to be used on players out of position