Madden 27 League
Simulation Franchise
The Simulation Franchise is a realistic, NFL-style online league. You own a team for the long haul: manage the salary cap, scout and draft, develop players, negotiate trades that pass a realism review, and compete through weekly advances with power rankings and league stories covering every storyline.
Apply For Simulation FranchiseTeam Building
- Full franchise ownership of your team
- Salary cap management
- Scouting and draft strategy
- Free agency and player development
Realism
- Simulation rule set for every game
- Trade committee realism reviews
- Sim-style play calling standards
- Season-long continuity across years
League Life
- Dedicated Simulation Discord server
- Weekly power rankings
- League stories and media content
- Commissioner-run advances
League rules
- 01 Play calling must follow simulation guidelines: realistic run-pass balance, situational football, and no exploit schemes.
- 02 All trades are submitted for commissioner review and must pass a realism check before processing.
- 03 Salary cap rules are enforced; teams must remain cap compliant through the league year.
- 04 Weekly advances run on the published schedule; unplayed games may be simulated.
- 05 Team owners are expected to stay active in Discord and complete games on time.
Standings
Published once the current season begins. Join the Discord for live league updates in the meantime.
Available Teams
Published once the current season begins. Join the Discord for live league updates in the meantime.
Recent Results
Published once the current season begins. Join the Discord for live league updates in the meantime.
Apply to join
Applications are reviewed by the commissioners. Approved members receive a Discord invitation and team assignment. Submit your application through the contact form and select the franchise application inquiry type, or apply directly in Discord once connected.
Apply For Simulation FranchiseFrequently asked questions
Do I need to be an elite player to join?
No. The Simulation Franchise values realistic play and activity over pure stick skill. Moderate to advanced players who love team building fit best.
How are trades approved?
Trades are submitted in Discord and reviewed for realism by the commissioner team before being processed in the league.
What happens if I miss an advance?
Games left unplayed at the end of an advance window may be simulated. Repeated inactivity can lead to your team being opened to a new owner.