Can anyone justify Andrew Luck's decision?

you can't really rise much higher than #1 overall...

 

If Harbaugh had stayed I would've said they'd have a great chance.

 

I guess I am one of those STUPID STUPID people also. The choice to stay in school is his alone. If you only look at the money (or opportunity...however you choose to define it) side of the decision I agree it is not the best decision for him to make. However, I think that there is much more to life than money.

I have read the argument that he can finish school anytime afterwards, which is correct. BUT, there is something to say for getting the degree at a school like Stanford as well. He likely would not be able to do that during his football career (unless he is playing for a west coast team), and after his career finishing his degree would be "education" only (none of the other experiences that comes with college life, due to the difference in age at that time).

Would I do the same thing....hard to say, but I am very proud of my degree, and where it came from. I respect his decision, and will not trash him for making it.

 

Your brain can be taken from you just as quickly as your football career, in the blink of an eye. Ask Terri Schiavo, or any traumatic brain injury victim.Or any Alzheimers patient. it's sad really.

 

The more I've thought about it, they more this theory makes sense. If nothing else, I belive it is a major factor. And if you have the extra year to work with, why not? I think everyone would agree that he has less of a chance of suffering the setback that Locker did this year. Let's just hope the coaching change doesn't hurt an otherwise fantastic player. I wish him "Luck" :wink2:

 

lol the only respectable school in the SEC. And they just so happen to suck at football... wonder why? Playing by the rules in a conference that is notorious for cheating has got to be tough.

 

Yes for finishing college and enjoying life because it becomes ridiculously pressured.

Perhaps it's not a big deal to HIM. Way to make assumptions.

He's a smart guy, he's probably smart enough to invest whatever initial millions he makes and be set for life.
Perhaps he's content with being comfortable in life without being exceedingly rich.

You know, people stay in school and still get drafted #1.

I remember Vince Young went back to school and was reamed for it on this forum.

Good summary of this thread.

Am I wrong?

Probably less than 1% of the world makes 50 million or more. If you made $50 million you wouldn't be talking rubbish on a forum. It's a safe assumption.

 

Elitist much?

And you think the difference earned over that time will make or break the Luck/Leinart family.

You're talking millions, not thousands. It's immaterial if he has 50 million or 80 million. I think the family is going to be ok for awhile.

Yet he'll still have his degree and can make a start on life outside of football.