02-23-2022, 03:06 PM
(02-23-2022, 02:48 PM)Shake n Blake Wrote: Didn't Luck play recklessly and have issues with sliding? He ran a good bit, averaging 3.9 rushes per game. For comparison, Joey B runs 3.0 times per game, almost 25% less. Doesn't sound like much, but that's 15+ more hits per season. Down field...where LBs and safeties can hit him like any other player. Combine that with issues with sliding and it wasn't a good combo.
Even then, it's not like Luck was always hurt. He only missed significant time in 2 of his 7 seasons. He retired after playing a full 16 game schedule. I just don't think his heart was in it, and it's possible he retired due to CTE concerns or a lack of love for the game.
Anyways...no one is saying a good line "guarantees" an injury free career. It just greatly improves the odds. Less sacks/hits = less opportunity for a hit that takes out Joe's knees.
EDIT: Yikes...I didn't realize my sig was that gigantic on PC. Looks fine on my phone.
Playing hurt is still being hurt.
https://coltswire.usatoday.com/2019/08/24/indianapolis-colts-andrew-luck-injury-history/
Burrow didn't miss significant time with his injured finger and MCL sprain this year. Doesn't mean it didn't happen and doesn't mean it doesn't add up over time.
____________________________________________________________
