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Andrew Luck and the Path to Walk Away

This story appears in the Sept. 9, 2019, issue of Sports Illustrated. For more great storytelling and in-depth analysis, subscribe to the magazine—and get up to 94% off the cover price. Click here for more.

Which quote best sums up Andrew Luck’s retirement decision to you?

Option 1: “I just honestly want to do what’s best for my health. From what I’ve researched and what I’ve experienced, I don’t think it’s worth the risk.”

Option 2: “I no longer wish to put my body at risk for the sake of entertainment.