Madden 21 Superstar X-Factor: QB

EA began revealing the first bit of info for MUT 21 this morning with their Madden NFL 21 X-Factor reveal starting with the quarterbacks. "X-Factor" is a feature first introduced in Madden 20 that gives unique abilities to some of the NFL's best players. Each team has X-Factor players that can unlock their abilities during the course of a game by achieving specific "Triggers". Below is a breakdown of this year's QB abilities:

 Zone- This is the X-Factor ability that each player gets once unlocked by completing Trigger requirements

Trigger- Achieve this requirement to activate the X-Factor ability

Knockout- Once an X-Factor player enters the zone, this is the requirement for deactivating its effects

Gambler

Zone: Can’t be intercepted by AI defenders

Trigger: Three consecutive completions of 5+ yards

Knockout: Two incompletions

Pro Reads

Zone: Highlights the first open receiver while in the pocket.

Trigger: Three consecutive completions of 5+ yards

Knockout: One sack

Truzz

Zone: Can’t fumble when in the zone.

Trigger: Five 1+ yard runs

Knockout: One tackle for loss

Bazooka

Zone: Max throwing distance increased by 15+ yards (80 yards total) when in the zone.

Trigger: One completed pass of 30+ yards in air

Knockout: One sack

Blitz Radar

Zone: Extra blitzers that are not defensive lineman are highlighted during the play.

Trigger: Three scrambles of 10+ yards

Knockout: Two sacks