Retro Bowl 25 Roster Building

If you want consistent wins, roster building beats “highlight plays”. Use a simple priority system and avoid overpaying early.

Core upgrade order

1. QB: accuracy + arm = fewer turnovers.
2. WR: one reliable target changes your offense.
3. RB/TE: safety valve and short-yardage stability.
4. Defense: add at least one star defender to create stops.

Balance offense and defense

Even a great offense loses if you can’t get a stop. If you’re scoring but still losing, it’s a defense problem.

Don’t waste budget early

• Prioritize impact players over “nice-to-have” upgrades.
• Use the draft to fill depth cheaply.

Continue with: Draft & trading guide

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