Andrew Luck has officially retired. One 20-minute press conference on Saturday night radically changed the NFL landscape for the entire 2019-20 season. Luck’s decision not only shook the Colts organization and fans to their core but also dramatically impacted Super Bowl odds. The Indianapolis Colts are turning to backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett and planning on bringing in another veteran quarterback to the roster.

Luck’s announcement has received mixed reactions. Angry fans called him a quitter. However, some ex-players have applauded Luck for courageously stepping away because his mind and body could no longer endure the perils of the NFL. Fans at Lucas Oil Stadium booed Luck as he walked off the field. The fans’ anger is misdirected. If anyone is to blame for the abrupt end to Luck’s career, it’s Bruce Arians. So don’t hate Andrew Luck for retiring, hate his first offensive coordinator.

Why Bruce Arians Is a Culprit in Andrew Luck’s Retirement

The No Risk It, No Biscuit Philosophy by Offensive Coordinator Arians

Bruce Arians’ aggressive play-calling helped him become one of the most respected coaches in all of the NFL. His offensive scheme centers on deep post routes, fly routes and other routes that take time to develop. Truthfully, Arians’ offense is far from perfect. In 14 seasons, Arians-coached quarterbacks ranked in the bottom half of the NFL in interceptions thrown. Plus waiting for receivers to come open can lead to sacks. In 2012, Luck was sacked 41 times and threw 18 interceptions as a rookie. He was under pressure so much, he ran for an additional 255 yards and five touchdowns thrown on the run.

If you believe NFL rumor mills, Arians’ aggressive play-calling cost him his job with the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Steelers concluded his offensive scheme was putting quarterback Ben Roethlisberger at greater injury risk. So the Steelers decided not to extend Arians’ contract and hired Todd Haley instead.

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