• This league is currently only open to owners of the XBOX version of the game.

• The XBOX Communicator may be used to “trash talk” however if both players do not have Communicator, player without the headset may mute the other user.

• Gamers are encouraged to sign-in to XBOX Live 10 minutes before match up begins. This provides a cushion for lateness.

• All players must notify their opponent that they can not make a scheduled game before the game starts. There are a number of ways to do this (Email, PM, IM, etc.) • If a player does not sign in 15 minutes after the game is scheduled to start, the game will be queued for forfeit status. The "ready" participant should contact league Administration notifying them of the situation. The unavailable gamer must submit a rematch request 48 hours before the league week ends or the game will be considered a forfeit.

• A forfeit will be considered if a player/team reschedules, and then misses the rescheduled game date.

GAME RULES

• Games must comply with the schedules of all competitors.

• Default quarter length is 5 minutes. This is the average game-time for leagues and online gameplay.

• All games are to be played on difficulty All-Pro. Experienced players will be able to post high numbers / Rookies will be able to compete.

• All games are intended to be played in a realistic manner. (Repetitive hail mary’s and running 15+ yards in opposite direction are not allowed)

• Quarterback scrambling is allowed as long as the quarterback's TOTAL rushing yards does not exceed 1/3 of the TOTAL yards of the leading back. The quarterback may not have more than 1/2 the number of rushing attempts of the heading back.

• All plays are acceptable for use within the game. Plays may be used as often as the coach desires. If it works, it works.

• All players must punt/field goal if more than 7 yards are needed on 4th down. Fourth quarter and inside opponent's 30 yard line are exceptions.

• All penalties will be set to the default settings.

• Fatigue will be turned on. Performance equalizer will be turned off. (Turning Performance Equalizer on will eliminate the “Fear factor” of playing the league’s best)

LEAGUE RULES

• No harassing other players via use of headset, menu cycling, or constant pauses is allowed. There is a 5 minute pause timer within the game. Your opponent may or may not accept to wait longer.

• Heated rivalries are what the NFL is all about! You are encouraged to anticipate the next game against your rival!

• Prizes will be awarded to player with best overall season record and the Super bowl winner. These are two independent prizes. One player may be awarded both prizes.

• If a player is repeatedly accused of misconduct, league members will hold a vote to dismiss that player from the league.

• If a player does not complete a week's game, that player may be dismissed from the league. Any participants unable to compete in a week's game must contact League Administration requesting they remain in the league. This must be done before the start of the following game week.

• Absolutely NO QUITTING is allowed. Players are urged to check connectivity, and make all necessary preparations before the game begins. If an emergency comes up, use the XBOX Communicator to inform your opponent that you must exit the game. Note that a "quit" may be assigned to your record.

• This is a 1 on 1 league. If multiplayer play is allowed at the games release, a party of no more than two (2) human players may participate.