Andrew Luck

So much for those of us that guessed Andrew Luck would leave The Stanford Cardinals early and go pro. He has decided to return to Stanford for his senior year.

Speculation is that this decision could cost him as much as 60 million dollars. He was favored to be the #1 draft pick even over Heisman winner Cam Newton.

ESPN writers report that will the contract negotiations there could be a strike and when the dust settles the NFL might have a ceiling on how much the pros can pay the rookies. Certainly it would be lower than what Andrew Luck and others could earn by coming out this year.

ESPN Sports listed the reasons for Luck's bold decision. I really have to say I admire his reasons. I think the one reason that impressed me most about the character and priorities of kid is he wants to get his degree, he feels that is very important. Sure hope kids in college and down through the high school and junior high ranks listen to him.

Luck's other reasons were he wanted to finish his career with the guys he was recruited with and started his career with at Stanford. Got to admire that kind of loyalty to his teammates and to his school. With out Luck calling the signals next season the Cardinals 2011 season would be in doubt.

His final reason also makes sense. His younger sister is now on campus at Stanford and he wants to be able to spend more time with her. Makes sense as they are both into their adult lives, there will be less time for them together in the future.

This year it seems we have had more marquee players involved in controversy and scandal than I can recall in previous years.

Jeremiah Mosoli kicked off the Oregon Ducks for repeated legal issues, his running back James charged with assault on his girl friend. Cam Newton and his dads selling his services, Even the Bowl season was not exempt from the shenanigans of players when you toss the Ohio State mess into the mix.

Here is Andrew Luck, who should be the instant front runner for the 2011 Heisman award showing principles and character that transcends money. I have become a big fan of Andrew Luck and salute his decision to return to Stanford for his senior year. To me he is the face of what collegiate role models can be.


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