Free to Play and Crushing It: A Beginner's Guide to NFL Rivals

Being a free-to-play (FTP) player in NFL Rivals can be challenging, but fear not, rookie! This guide will equip you with the strategies and knowledge to dominate the competition without spending a dime.

Mastering the Game:

• Think Strategically: Since you might not have the strongest cards initially, outsmarting your opponents is key.

• Quick Touchdowns: Utilize plays with running backs slipping behind the line of scrimmage for easy yards and potential touchdowns.

• Exploiting Open Receivers: Certain plays can often leave your far-side receiver wide open if the corner falls back.

• Double Points: Always go for two-point conversions to maximize your event scores.

• Lead the Throw: Anticipate your receiver's movement and throw the ball in their direction for a smoother catch.

• Manage the Clock: Run out of bounds strategically to conserve precious seconds on the clock.

• Calling Timeouts: Calling a timeout refreshes your play options, allowing you to switch if you're dealt an unfavorable hand (unless the clock hits zero).

Building Your Team:

• The Base is Crucial (1000-2000 Power): Focus on building a strong foundation with your base team players.

• Gearing Up with Gems: Participate in gem events to amass valuable gems.

• Investing in Base Packs: Spend your gems on 80+ base packs for a higher chance of acquiring better players compared to coin packs.

• Gridiron Standout Gems: If lucky enough to pull a Gridiron Standout card, you can either sell it for a good return or keep it for your team.

• Level Up Wisely: Invest coins in upgrading your base cards to level 4. Save weights and clocks for later, as they'll be crucial for higher-level upgrades.

The Casual Climber (2000-3000 Power):

• Limited Edition (LE) Love: By now, you might have collected some LE cards. Keep the ones that complement your team's strengths.

• Event Efficiency: Participate actively in events to maximize your LE card collection.

• The Marketplace Shuffle: Sell any extra LE cards you don't need to free up resources.

• Primetime Profits:  Consider holding onto cards corresponding to teams with upcoming primetime games, as their value might rise due to increased demand.

• Crafting Deals: Make offers on the marketplace for cards at a lower price than their listed value. You might snag a bargain!

• Flipping for Fun (and Profit): Buy undervalued cards and resell them for a profit. Remember, the marketplace charges a 14% fee per sale.

• Blueprint Bonanza: If you acquire a blueprint and have the resources, fusing it can be a good investment.

• Gems: A Choice to Make: Use your gems strategically - you can invest them in base packs to solidify your base team, or convert them to coins and campaign fuel for further player upgrades.

The PROdigy Zone (3000+ Power):

Congratulations, you've reached the big leagues! Keep flipping cards, acquiring better players, and strategically using your resources to maintain your dominance.

The Mythical Marketplace - A Treasure Trove (Optional):

This section dives into the Mythical Marketplace (mythical.market), a website for buying and selling specific cards.

• Crafting Offers: Utilize the "create an offer" feature to potentially get cards at a lower price, though it might take longer.

• Filter Frenzy: Utilize filters to narrow down your search for specific cards.

• Selling Savvy: Sell cards you don't need, unless you anticipate needing them for future events.

• Price Tracking:  Monitor card prices regularly to ensure you're getting the best deals.

• Instant Sells: If a card has a current offer, you can fulfill it quickly using the "Instant Sell" option.

• Sniping Tips: Look for undervalued cards to buy and resell for profit. Remember, the marketplace takes a 14% cut.

• Discord Deals: Check the sales-tracking channel on the NFL Rivals Discord to see recent card sale prices.

• Taking Your Time: When adding an item to your cart, you have 15 minutes before someone else can purchase it. Use this time to research and make informed decisions.