The Indianapolis Colts and Andrew Luck seemed like an inevitable pairing all the way back in October when reports first surfaced that Colts owner Jim Irsay was taking in some of Luck’s games first-hand.
It has long been speculated that the Colts would be drafting the top QB prospect since Peyton Manning and only another late season win could have prevented this scenario.
Luck will join a struggling Colts team which was molded to fit Peyton Manning and his style of play…he also has some pretty big shoes to fill.
Luck may never be as good as Peyton Manning overall, but if he can bring them to the playoffs year after year than his tenure as a Colt should be considered a success.
Fantasy Impact:
Andrew Luck – Luck will be a hot dynasty league commodity but may not reach QB1 status until his second year in the league. Reggie Wayne will provide him with an excellent target but with defenses focusing on keeping him in check Luck will have to rely on Austin Collie, Coby Fleener, Donnie Aver...
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Andrew Luck,
Jim Irsay,
Peyton Manning,
Reggie Wayne,
Austin Collie,
Coby Fleener,
Donnie Avery,
Delone Carter,
Donald Brown,
Dwayne Allen,
T.Y. Hilton,
LaVon Brazill
TEAMS: Indianapolis Colts
TEAMS: Indianapolis Colts
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