Andrew Luck is heading into the 2017 NFL season looking to prove his critics wrong. Despite the big numbers he has put up early on in his career, he has struggled with injuries and turnovers. Those two glaring problems have enabled the media to talk down his overall talent.

While the Indianapolis Colts may not be viewed as a favorite to represent the AFC in Super Bowl 52, they should be competitive within the conference. That being said, the Colts will only go as far as their franchise quarterback can take them.

Last season with the Colts, Luck ended up playing in 15 regular season games. It was a huge step in the right direction from the seven games that he played during the 2015 season. He completed 63.5 percent of his pass attempts for 4,240 yards, 31 touchdowns, and 13 interceptions.

Those numbers show a big step in the right direction with one of Luck’s major issues. Turnovers have haunted him, but 13 interceptions was a good sign for the Colts after they watched him throw 12 in just seven games last season. If Luck can continue on the track he has been on over the last couple years, he will take yet another step forward this season.

At just 27 years of age, Luck should not be receiving the harsh criticism that he has been. He is a young quarterback who has shown signs of being a superstar. By the end of the 2017 NFL season, he could be ranked among the top active quarterbacks in the league.

All of that being said, what bold predictions can be made for Andrew Luck heading into the 2017 season?

"A rising tide raises all the boats.”@HarrisonNFL makes his case for an MVP season from Andrew Luck in 2017:https://t.co/vMi5F5rooG pic.twitter.com/JHrC7ASNDH — Andrew Walker (@AWalkerColts) July 9, 2017

Andrew Luck Will Only Throw 10 Interceptions

If Luck is able to play a full season and only throw 10 interceptions, the Colts will love the progress that they see. He has forced the issue often throughout his first four years, but that will not be the case this season. Luck will only throw 10 interceptions at the most this coming year.

Indianapolis Will Have a Top-Five Aerial Attack

There are a lot of prolific aerial attacks throughout the NFL. Being one of the top five isn’t easy, but Luck will lead the Colts to that level. Having weapons like T.Y. Hilton, Kamar Aiken, Donte Moncrief, and Jack Doyle may not be viewed as an elite receiving corps, but Luck will still find a way to put up massive numbers.

Luck Will Lead the Colts to the AFC South Title

After losing the AFC South to the Houston Texans last season, the Colts will be out for revenge. Luck will be looking to prove that the Colts are still the best team in the division with him leading the way. Indianapolis may not make a huge playoff run, but the AFC South will be theirs once again.

Andrew Luck Will Be a Legitimate MVP Candidate

Last, but certainly not least, Luck will end up in the MVP conversation at the end of the season. The Colts will finally see their quarterback viewed as one of the best in the league. After all of the criticism, Luck will be able to hear his name mentioned among the NFL’s elite.

Do you think Andrew Luck is a legitimate MVP candidate this season? Are there other predictions that you would make for his upcoming season? Let us know your thoughts in the comment box below!

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