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Madden NFL 25
Near Formation and When to Use
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Near is an Offensive Formation that can be chosen before the scrimmage in Madden NFL 25. Learn when to use the Near formation, what Sets are available, and what teams' playbooks use this formation.
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When to Use Near Formation
High Risk Running Plays Close to the Scrimmage
The Near formation positions the Halfback closer to the Tight End. This accepts the risk of getting caught in the scrimmage in exchange for a potentially swift break through the Defensive Line that would be difficult for the Defense to catch.
Sets Under Near Formation
All Sets and Plays That Use Near Formation
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| Play | Set |
|---|---|
| Z Spot | Close |
| HB Inside | Close |
| FB Dive | Close |
| PA Strong Flow | Close |
| Post Drag | Close |
| Spacing | Close |
| FB Dive | Y Left Slot |
| HB Inside | Y Left Slot |
| Rollout Smash | Y Left Slot |
| Curl Flat | Y Left Slot |
| Smash | Y Left Slot |
| Flanker Drive | Y Left Slot |
| PA Read Special | Y Left Slot |
| Texas | Y Left Slot |
| FB Dive Weak | Y Left Slot |
| 0 1 Trap | Y Left Slot |
| Post Drag | Y Left Slot |
| Slants | Y Left Slot |
| TE Corner | Jumbo |
| HB Inside | Jumbo |
| PA Strong Flow | Jumbo |
| TE Hitch Out | Jumbo |
| FB Dive Weak | Jumbo |
| FB Dive | Jumbo |
| Double Comeback | Pro |
| FB Dive Strong | Pro |
| Z Spot | Pro |
| Flanker Hook | Pro |
| Slants | Pro |
| 0 1 Trap | Pro |
| Texas | Pro |
| PA Strong Flow | Pro |
| Quick Outs | Pro |
| HB Inside | Pro |
| Spacing | Pro |
| FL Drive | Pro |
| Smash | Close Flex |
| HB Inside | Close Flex |
| Spot | Close Flex |
| Mtn Stick | Close Flex |
| FB Dive | Close Flex |
| PA Read Special | Close Flex |
| FB Dive Weak | Close Flex |
| Shallow Cross | Close Flex |
| Post Drag | Close Flex |
| Curl Flat | Close Flex |
| Mtn Stick N Nod | Close Flex |
| HB Angle | Close Flex |
Playbooks Using Near Formation
Teams with Playbooks That Use Near Formation
| This formation is currently not being used by any team. |
Related Guides
All Team Playbooks
Offensive Formations
| Far | Full House | Goal Line (Offense) |
| Shotgun | Near | I Form |
| Singleback | Pistol | Power I |
| Strong I | Weak I | Wildcat |
Defensive Formations
| 46 | 3-4 | 3-3-5 |
| 4-3 | 4-4 | 5-2 |
| Big Nickel | Dime | Goal Line (Defense) |
| Dollar | Nickel | Prevent |
| Quarter | - | - |
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