Madden 22 has been out for some time now, and yet players have failed to grasp basic maneuvers like sliding. Learning to slide in Madden 22 is perhaps the easiest way to get a touchdown.

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Regardless of the debate about whether Madden 22 is any better than its predecessors, this guide will solely focus on teaching players how to slide in Madden 22 with ease. To master the game, players must master basic mechanics like sliding.

How To QB Slide In Madden 22

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No matter the strategy being implemented, it is imperative to slide to protect the quarterback from being taken out to the dryers. It is worth noting the sliding mechanic is a bit different in Madden 22 than in other NFL games, and it can also be used with players from other positions, albeit with different animations.

To execute a sliding maneuver no matter the player being controlled, follow these steps

  • On the Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S, after moving past the line of scrimmage, press X. The sliding mechanic will work whether the player is running or not.
  • On the PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5, move past the line of scrimmage and tap Square.
  • On the PC, the default input for sliding in Madden 22 is E on the keyboard.

How To Dive In Madden 22

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There are numerous awesome things to do in Madden 22, but to execute a dive, the input is the same as sliding. However, to dive, the player will need to hold the respective button on the following platforms to perform a dive:

  • Press and hold X to dive on an Xbox One or Xbox Series X/S.
  • Press and hold Square to dive on a PlayStation 4 or PlayStation 5.
  • Press and hold E on the keyboard to dive on the PC.

When To Slide In Madden 22

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Sliding in Madden 22 may be simple but knowing when to execute it requires extensive practice.

As a general rule, the player should execute a quarterback slide when a defender is closing in for the attack. Pay close attention to the defender and identify the right moment to slide. Do not let the defender get too close; if they do, execute a slide to stay out of harm’s way.

The right time to execute a slide would be when the defender is 5-10 yards away.

Tips To Consider While Sliding Or Diving In Madden 22

Here are some Madden tips to consider while sliding or diving:

  • The player will know when a quarterback has moved past the line of scrimmage when the receiver icon disappears.
  • If a quarterback runs laterally and has not moved past the line of scrimmage, pressing X, Square, or E will execute a lob pass. Please note a lob pass can be intercepted.
  • Pressing X, Square, or E with another player with the ball will cause them to fall with their back toward the defender. This strategy is a great way to protect the ball.
  • Practice sliding or diving before a real game because diving accidentally can cause the player to fumble.

Sliding Issues In Madden 22

Players have reported sliding issues in Madden 22, where a single tap of the X, Square, or E button causes the quarterback to fumble. This issue can be resolved by double tapping the X, Square, or E buttons instead.

Madden 2022 is available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and PC.

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