Introduction

They say the college years are the best of your life. Short of starting an adult fraternity, there isn't really any way to relive the glory days. Thankfully, modern gaming technology has deemed it fit to provide us with NCAA Football 07. It's time to break out the funnel; you're going back to class.

It doesn't matter how you spent your formative years. This time through you'll be the big man on campus. Not everyone is blessed with the athletic prowess of Vince Young or the football knowledge of Charlie Weis. That's why IGN Guides is here. We'll get you on the right path towards a national championship.

Look inside the guide for:

• Basics: Starter info.
• Offense: How to score touchdowns and maintain possession of the ball. We'll give you a crash-course in formations and play calling.
• Defense: Read here to learn how to stuff the run and avoid getting burned on the deep pass. Formations, tips, and play calling are covered inside.
• Dynasty: Maintaining a national powerhouse can be quite a task. Taking your no-name school to a national championship can be even tougher. Read here for help.
• Top 25 Teams: An overview of the best schools and tips to take advantage of their impact players.
• Secrets: Achievement points and pennant codes. Cheaters always win.

Foos-ball? Buncha overgrown monsters man-handlin' each other... Guide by: Erik Brudvig With info from: Chris Carle