When you are on defense, get your fastest linebacker, go up to the line, and move next to your linemen (be careful not to be on or over it). Use the crowd pump up (X) and while he is waving his arms in the air, hold Down and tap A for a speed burst. When the quarterback hikes the ball, he will instantly move in and you can sack him. Make sure you leave enough time for the quarterback to hike or it will be offsides.

Move the pointer to the center of the defense play selection screen and press A. The CPU will move the pointer to the recommended play.

If the field goal net is not up while your opponent is trying for an extra point, it is a fake.