By Doug Radcliffe
Design by Marty Smith

EA Sports brings one of the most exciting elements of college football to NCAA Football 2005: home field advantage. Get the crowd on your side with stadium pulse, disrupt the visiting squad’s audibles, and rattle their big stars. This NCAA Football 2005 game guide offers team breakdowns, offensive and defensive guides, and online strategies for PlayStation 2 and Xbox Live.

This GameSpot NCAA Football 2005 game guide includes:

• Team Stats: Look here for stats for all I-A, I-AA, and historic teams. Also includes a rundown of the 25 toughest places to play!
• The Top 25: This section offers analysis and key player statistics for the top 25 teams in NCAA Football 2005.
• Dynasty Mode: Check this section for tips on recruiting in dynasty mode.
• Offensive Gameplan: This section provides tips for running effective pass, run, and option plays. Includes tips on the new match-up stick, home field advantage, and compiles the best offensive players in the game.
• Defensive Gameplan: Manage a strong defense with these tips on formations, match-ups, and player control.
• Online Strategies: Conquer the competition online with these strategies specific to PlayStation 2 and Xbox Live play.
• Cheat Codes: This section reveals NCAA Football 2005 pennant cheat codes.

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