Hi guys-
Sorry if this was posted here, but I could use a little guidance on how performance grades work/how to interpret them.
1. I assume all of the grades except performance are determined before the game and affect the player's performance throughout? Is that correct?
2. Effort and attitude - I'd assume they are based on a mix of personality and morale. Is there any way to improve a player's effort throughout the season? Are the effects of a low effort grade different from the effects of say a low work ethic personality trait?
3. Performance grade and value per snap - what are these actually measuring? What would be a reasonable way to consider value per snap along with other statistical metrics (how is it different from say Y/A for a QB)? Or is it just based on a player's stats?
4. Awareness - how is this different from intelligence? What effect on gameplay?
5 Or all all these ratings just made after the game is over to evaluate performance? If so, why would I use them when I can already see a player's ratings with 100% accuracy?
I would just like some direction on this because right now I see these ratings and know they are being brought over to pro, but I feel like I never have any reason to look at them for decision making or anything else. Would love some insight on how to use them.