In Madden 25 there isn't a spectator mode like there is in Madden 16
I have Madden 16 Connected Franchise set up in all 3 modes - Player (HB, QB & WR) Coach (Broncos) & Owner (Broncos). While I would hope that spectator mode doesn't exist in Player & Coach mode, I would hope it's an option in Owner mode as owners aren't supposed to ACTUALLY PLAY games but simply WATCH games & make Owner & Front Office decisions (IE player contract negotiations, price setting on tickets, concessions & merchandise & other owner related things)
But THEN TOO we're talking about a game whereas when I'm playing either as my HB or WR, I'm not only playing the game but also CALLING PLAYS (Something that ONLY the coach & QB should be doing) & SNAPPING THE BALL (Something which only should be done when I'm playing my QB) IN MADDEN 16, I'm NOT counting on a spectator mode while playing CFM as an Owner in Madden 16, so take it FWIW.....
Just my $.02 worth
BP