Childhood and Education Journey of Andrew Luck in Timeline

An overview of the childhood and early education of Andrew Luck, highlighting the experiences that shaped the journey.

Andrew Luck is a former NFL quarterback and current general manager for Stanford Cardinal. He played seven seasons for the Indianapolis Colts after being drafted first overall in 2012. Luck had a celebrated college career at Stanford, winning multiple awards including the Maxwell and Walter Camp awards in 2011. Considered a top prospect, his NFL career was marked by both high expectations and premature retirement due to injuries.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

September 12, 1989: Andrew Luck's Birth

On September 12, 1989, Andrew Austen Luck was born. He would later become a professional football quarterback and executive.

1996: First Stanford Freshman Starting Quarterback Since Chad Hutchinson

In 1996, Chad Hutchinson became the first Stanford freshman to earn the starting quarterback job, a feat that was repeated by Andrew Luck in 2009.

2008: Attended Stanford University

In 2008, Andrew Luck attended Stanford University on an athletic scholarship.

2008: High School Graduation and Recruitment

In 2008, Andrew Luck graduated as co-valedictorian from Stratford High School. He was a four-star recruit and played in the 2008 U.S. Army All-American Bowl. He chose Stanford over other university offers.

2008: Redshirting Freshman Year

In 2008, Andrew Luck redshirted during his freshman year at Stanford.

2009: Starting Quarterback for Stanford

In 2009, Andrew Luck earned the starting quarterback job at Stanford, leading the Cardinal to victories and a berth in the 2009 Sun Bowl.

2010: Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year

In 2010, Andrew Luck was named the Pac-10 Offensive Player of the Year, was unanimously selected to the All-Pac-10 First Team, led Stanford to a 12-1 record, won the Orange Bowl MVP, and set multiple school records.

January 6, 2011: Decision to Stay at Stanford

On January 6, 2011, Andrew Luck announced that he would remain at Stanford to complete his degree, despite being eligible for the 2011 NFL draft.

2011: Played for Stanford through 2011

Andrew Luck played football for the Stanford Cardinal from 2008 through 2011.

2011: Awards and Records in 2011

In 2011, Andrew Luck won the Maxwell Award and the Walter Camp Player of the Year Award, was the runner-up for the Heisman Trophy, was named First Team All America, Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year, First Team All-Pac-12, set new Stanford records for career touchdown passes and career total offense, became Stanford's all-time leader in wins and winning percentage by a starting quarterback, and broke Pac-12 records for career passing efficiency rating and career completion percentage.

2011: College Awards

In 2011, during his college football career with Stanford, Andrew Luck won the Maxwell Award, the Walter Camp Award, and the Johnny Unitas Golden Arm Award.

June 17, 2012: Luck graduated from Stanford and received Al Masters Award

On June 17, 2012, Andrew Luck graduated from Stanford with a bachelor's degree in architectural design and received the Al Masters Award for athletic performance, leadership, and academic achievement.

2012: Fiesta Bowl Berth

In 2011, Andrew Luck led Stanford to the 2012 Fiesta Bowl against Oklahoma State.

2012: Favorite book was Henri Charrière's Papillon

In 2012, Andrew Luck stated that his favorite book was Henri Charrière's Papillon, revealing his passion for reading.

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2013: Luck appeared on Parks and Recreation

In 2013, Andrew Luck appeared as himself on the comedy series Parks and Recreation, alongside teammates.

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2015: Parody Twitter account

In 2015, the parody Twitter account portraying Luck as Capt. Andrew Luck was created.

March 31, 2019: Luck married Nicole Pechanec

On March 31, 2019, Andrew Luck married his longtime girlfriend, Nicole Pechanec.

June 14, 2019: Luck announced that they were expecting their first child

On June 14, 2019, Andrew Luck announced that he and his wife, Nicole Pechanec, were expecting their first child.

November 2019: Luck's first child Lucy was born

In November 2019, Andrew Luck and his wife Nicole Pechanec welcomed their first child, a daughter named Lucy.

August 2022: Luck re-enrolled at Stanford

In August 2022, Andrew Luck re-enrolled at Stanford as a graduate student, pursuing a master's degree in education.

December 2022: Details About Retirement Decision

In December 2022, an ESPN article revealed that Andrew Luck's retirement was influenced by a desire to save his relationship with his wife, Nicole, due to the friction caused by his career demands.

2022: Luck moved to the Bay Area

In 2022, Andrew Luck moved to the Bay Area when he returned to Stanford after residing in Indianapolis with his family after his retirement.

September 21, 2023: Luck appeared dressed as Capt. Andrew Luck

On September 21, 2023, Andrew Luck appeared dressed as the "Capt. Andrew Luck" persona following a game between the San Francisco 49ers and the New York Giants.