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Getting rid of ball quicker part of plan to keep Andrew Luck healthy

ANDERSON, Ind. – So much of quarterback Andrew Luck’s injury problems last season were rightfully centered around the offensive line.

The line will remain the center of the Colts' offensive problems, but Luck can help the cause by delivering the ball quicker to avoid unnecessary hits.

Not every play needs to be deep down the field to his receivers.

“It’s a part of what you can do as a quarterback to limit hits,” Luck said. “Situational awareness and getting rid of the ball quicker. That falls under understanding the playbook.”

Future Hall-of-Fame quarterbacks Tom Brady and the retired Peyton Manning have mastered the art of not holding onto the ball too long.