There seems to be a movement starting for today's NFL quarterbacks. Seattle Seahawks star quarterback Russell Wilson recently made headlines after announcing his intentions to play in the league until he is 45 years old. Although Wilson is not the only one who would like to play well into his 40s, not everyone has the same long-term plan. During a recent appearance on the Pro Football Talk PM podcast, Los Angeles Chargers veteran quarterback Philip Rivers was adamant about being one of one of them:

“I don't have a number in mind,” Rivers said. “I can tell you right now it ain't gonna be 45. I have no desire for it to be that long. I hope I help lead my son's high school team to a state championship by the time I'm 45. I don't think I'm gonna have a helmet on when I'm 45.”

Aside from being one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL over the last decade, Rivers is a well-known family man as evidenced by his large household.

However, the 35-year-old gunslinger is still at the top of his game in his 14th season, so it is difficult to project when he may ultimately call it quits. That said, the recent debacle with New York Giants veteran quarterback Eli Manning is a harsh reminder that nothing is ever guaranteed.

Apart from the Giants, teams like the Chargers, Pittsburgh Steelers, and New England Patriots have shown to be content with their veteran players under center. Perhaps it is because finding a potential franchise quarterback has proven to be one of the most difficult tasks in professional sports –just ask the Cleveland Browns.