Though he struggled on the field last season, the Colts’ QB surpassed all expectations with his new contract
There was a common belief among agents and NFL executives that Andrew Luck—despite his subpar, injury-riddled season a year ago—would become the league’s highest-paid player in several important categories. Indeed, there may have been more expectations with this contract than any negotiated for a player who wasn’t a free agent, perhaps ever. Let’s examine.
The Colts’ Benevolent History
Under the stewardship of owner Jim Irsay, the Colts have never been shy about rewarding premium players with premium contracts.