Fendler goes through the different challenges inside the Gauntlet mode, new in College Football 25. Learn how to get Gold medals in each event and put up high scores for your friends to try and beat!

POCKET PRESENCE

The goal of Pocket Presence is to evade moving tennis balls while making accurate passes.

To succeed in Pocket Presence and rack the maximum points:

• Don't be afraid to move around the pocket to avoid the tennis ball. Getting hit ends the round.
• Start closer to the back of the pocket. This will give you more time to plan your throw.
• The left stick controls the lead of the football, and the button press controls the trajectory.
• Prioritize bullseyes. They are worth twice as many points as any other target.

SCRAMBLE SURVIVAL

The Scramble Survival drill challenges you to scramble outside the pocket and make a play while staying within the designated areas.

If you want to get the maximum points in Scramble survival

• Note whether the quarterback is right or left-handed. To get into both 500-points bonus zone you want to scramble your quarterback to his offhand side so you can roll to his throwing side for better accuracy when it’s time to pass. 
• Choose a team with a mobile quarterback. Like Alabama and Jalen Milroe
• Take a short step forward before scrambling to buy some time and allow your tackle to engage with the defensive linemen. 

TARGET PASSING

Target Passing is another drill that requires players to practice accuracy and trajectory control.

If you want to get the maximum points in Scramble survival:

• Choose a quarterback with a high rating. This will make it easier to succeed.
• Hitting targets further away from you earns more points. However, missing a target completely will result in no points, so be mindful of the risk/reward ratio
• Start by lining up with the closest target, and then plan your next throw from there.
• Try to line up your throws so they pass through multiple targets. Hitting more than one target is needed to get the highest score.

PASS SKELETON

This drill challenges players to complete passes in a seven-on-seven scrimmage setting, with a multiplier that increases with each consecutive completion.

If you want to get the maximum points in Pass Skeleton: 

• You don't need to score a touchdown on every play.

Build up a high multiplier to maximize your score before you get to the end zone. 

• Throwing with short, condensed windows near the goal line can be difficult, be careful about getting too close without scoring. Take the open passes and wait for opportunities to gain significant yardage and points.

PITCH PARTY

This new mini game is simple and easy to score well on.

If you want to get the maximum points in Pitch Party:

• Spam the L1 or LB pitch button.

RUSHING ATTACK

Rushing attack is a classic drill that requires players to run the ball for a touchdown, using their fullback to lead the way.

If you want to get the maximum points in Rushing Attack:

• Use the left stick to control the path of defenders and help your fullback land their blocks.
• Take advantage of your speed and agility to find open space.
• Avoid relying too heavily on skill moves,  they do not guarantee to break tackles.
• Influence the defense with short stutters and bursts of speed.

BACKFIELD SURVIVAL

This drill challenges players to navigate a field filled with hazards while collecting point boxes.

If you want to get the maximum points in Backfield Survival:

• You need to know that The point boxes appear in the same order every time so plan a path through the field after learning where the point boxes appear. 
• Try to run through the middle stamina circle to avoid running out of energy.
• Be strategic about sprinting, you don't want to run out of stamina.

COVER SKELETON

This is the defensive version of Pass Skeleton, where players must prevent the offense from completing passes. This mini game will be a unique challenge because you will have to rely on other players on your defense to do their job just as you do yours. Your defense will have to match your energy and its great practice for other modes. 

If you want to get the gold in cover skeleton:

• Take away the quarterback's first read as best you can
• Then Consider using the new Switch stick to take away the second threat as well
• Rely on your teammates to make plays. 
• Force the offense in The Tight Windows where you can make more of a difference and just do your job your defense 

DBACK BATTLE

This drill challenges defensive backs to cover receivers and make interceptions.

To succeed Dback Battle :

• Stay in front of the receiver to make it difficult for them to catch the ball.
• Try to snag interceptions for extra points.
• Using a talented defensive back can help mitigate the unpredictable nature of the offensive routes.
• Pressing aggressively at the line can stop the receiver's route before it starts.
• Use L2 or LT to read the receiver's route, then jump to intercept the ball.

CHASE AND TACKLE

This drill focuses on open-field tackling and is great practice for filling gaps in the run game from the linebacker position.

To succeed and get the gold in Chase and Tackle:

• Landing hit sticks earns you bonus points, especially with a high multiplier.
• Be aggressive and decisive when filling the gap, but remember you do have a little room to work with.

TRENCH BATTLE

This drill challenges players to practice pass rush moves with the right stick techniques.

How to get the gold medal in Trench Battle:

• Use the right stick to execute pass rush moves.
• Utilize speed to disengage from blocks.

FIELD GOAL ACCURACY

This drill requires players to kick field goals accurately, accounting for wind direction and intensity. Field goal accuracy drill is necessary for new players but it's also likely to inspire a great rage within you because the new kicking meter is difficult to master.

To get the most out of the Field Goal Accuracy mini game:  

• Take note of the wind direction and intensity.
• Know that lower trajectory kicks are less affected by wind.

PUNT ROULETTE

This drill involves punting the ball and hoping for a favorable result from a spinning wheel that determines the landing spot.

Get the punt close enough to the target area to give you a chance of landing on a favorable spot on the spinning wheel.

COFFIN CORNER

Final drill challenges players to punt the ball inside the opponent's 20-yard line, pinning them deep in their territory.

To master coffin corner: 

• Consider the arc of your punt. Flat punts travel further in a straight line, while high punts have a steeper angle.
• Use a high punt to bury the opposing team deep in their territory.