You've spent hours grinding in College Football 25, or maybe you just jumped straight into the league. Either way, you’re standing in a dimly lit room in Indianapolis. The scouts are staring. The clock is ticking. This is the Madden 25 Superstar Combine interview, and honestly, it’s where a lot of high-potential careers go to die.
One wrong answer about a 1970s defensive nickname and suddenly the scouts think you’re a bust. It's kinda brutal.
In Madden 25, the interview isn't just flavor text. It’s a 10-question gauntlet of NFL trivia and logic that directly dictates where you land on draft night. Get a perfect score? You're looking at a Top 10—maybe even the #1 overall—selection. Bomb it? You’ll be lucky to hear your name before the third round.
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The Secret to Nailing the Madden 25 Interview Answers
The interview portion consists of a random pool of questions. You only get a few seconds to answer each one, so you can't exactly sit there Googling on your phone while the timer bleeds out.
Basically, the game tests two things: your knowledge of NFL history and your understanding of the actual rules of football. If you don't know who the "America's Team" is or how many players need to be on the line of scrimmage, you're gonna have a bad time.
Below is the definitive list of questions you’ll likely face. I’ve broken them down so you can find the info fast.
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NFL History and Legend Trivia
- Which NFL owner famously said, "Just win, baby?" Al Davis.
- Who did John Madden share the announce booth with for eight Super Bowls? Pat Summerall.
- What Pittsburgh Steeler running back caught the "Immaculate Reception"? Franco Harris.
- Which Hall of Fame running back is the Man of the Year award named after? Walter Payton.
- What city did the Colts play in before moving to Indianapolis? Baltimore.
- Which team famously sang "The Super Bowl Shuffle"? Chicago Bears.
- "Orange Crush" was the nickname for which team's defense in the 70s? Denver Broncos.
- Which NFL legend retired after the 2023 season? Aaron Donald.
- What is the name of the team John Madden put together each year? All-Madden.
- Who is the NFL's all-time leader in receptions, yards, and touchdowns? Jerry Rice.
- Which city did Peyton Manning famously use as an audible? Omaha.
Madden Cover History
EA loves its own history. You will get asked about who was on the cover of what year.
- Who beat out Michael Vick for the Madden 12 cover? Peyton Hillis.
- Which Seahawks "Legion of Boom" member was on the Madden 15 cover? Richard Sherman.
- Who beat out Adrian Peterson for the Madden 25 (2013) cover? Barry Sanders.
- In 2000, who was the first player to appear on the cover alone? Eddie George.
- Lamar Jackson was on Madden 21. Who is the only other Raven to be on the cover? Ray Lewis.
- Which teammates were on the cover in consecutive years? Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski.
Rules, Formations, and X's & O's
- How many seconds are on the NFL play clock? 40 seconds.
- How many defensive backs are on the field in a Nickel defense? 5.
- How many defensive backs are on the field in a Dime defense? 6.
- What yard line does a team attempt a 2-point conversion from? 2-yard line.
- At least how many offensive players must be on the line of scrimmage? 7.
- What does RPO stand for? Run Pass Option.
- What formation is it when a QB takes a knee to end the game? Victory Formation.
- How many timeouts does a team get per half? 3.
- What color flag does a coach throw to challenge a play? Red.
- What is the maximum number of challenges a team can have in a game? 3.
Why the Interview Actually Matters for Your Draft Stock
You might think the 40-yard dash is the end-all-be-all. It isn't.
I've seen players run a 4.31 (which is blazing, obviously) but answer five questions wrong and slide into the second round. The game treats the interview as a "mental" attribute check. If you want that #1 overall pick—specifically if you're trying to go to the Chicago Bears in the default rosters—you basically need a 10/10.
It's also about the "personality" questions that pop up occasionally.
When a team asks about your leadership style, don't be a jerk. Madden 25 rewards the "Humble Leader" archetype. If you start acting like a "Selfish Star" in the interviews, certain teams will simply cross you off their board. You might still get drafted high, but it won't be by the teams that actually need a franchise savior.
Does College Performance Help?
Sorta. If you imported your player from College Football 25, your stats and Heisman trophies give you a higher starting "buzz." But the Combine is a "what have you done for me lately" event.
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If you fail the interview, the scouts forget about your three national championships pretty quickly.
Tips for Surviving the Clock
The timer is the real enemy here. You have about 10-15 seconds per question.
- Read the keywords first. Don't read the whole sentence if you're fast. If you see "Orange Crush," just look for "Broncos."
- Watch the math questions. Sometimes they throw a curveball like "Touchdown + PAT + Field Goal = ?" Just remember: 6 + 1 + 3 = 10. Simple, but easy to mess up when the red bar is shrinking.
- If you're on PC or Console, don't pause. Sometimes pausing the game doesn't actually stop the interview timer, or it can glitch the sequence. Just commit to the bit.
Moving Toward Draft Day
Once the interview is over, you’ll get a grade. Anything less than an "A" is going to hurt your chances of being a top-three pick. If you really care about going #1, and you realize you missed more than two questions, you might want to consider restarting the Superstar journey before the game autosaves.
It’s a bit of a "cheese" move, sure, but being drafted by the team you actually want to play for makes the 15-season grind a lot more bearable.
After the interview, your next focus should be the position-specific drills. For QBs, the target practice is huge. For WRs, it’s all about the route running. Combine a 10/10 interview with a "Gold" medal in your drills, and you’ll be holding up that jersey on stage in no time.
Check your "Draft Stock" meter in the Superstar menu immediately after the Combine ends. If it says "Top 5 Maverick," you’ve nailed it. If it says "Late Rounder," you might want to check if you accidentally said the Jets play in New York (they play in New Jersey, by the way).
Next Steps for Your Superstar:
- Head to the "League" tab to check which teams have the highest interest after your interview.
- Spend your initial Skill Points on physical attributes like Speed or Acceleration, as these are harder to level up later than technical skills.
- Focus on the weekly side activities to keep your "Hype" levels up before the first preseason game.