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Originally Posted by RchW
On the bold I agree but that's only half the story. If you are looking for realism then some players will gain weight and lose condition during the off season. Some players may get a late start in their off-season program due to playing through injuries. Some may become parents (not saying that should be modeled  ). Bottom line is that any off season that results in only player improvements would be completely unrealistic. |
I agree. I think that that stat increase and decrease should happen. A particular prospect may have natural talent but no work ethic. He comes in overweight and cannot perform, causing him to have a rough season. On the other hand, a player comes into a new league for his first year, has a strong work ethic, goes and works on his strength and speed all off season comes in a much better prepared player, resulting in a better season.