The Indianapolis Colts signed Philip Rivers earlier this offseason in hopes that he could lead them to a winning record and back to the postseason. Following the addition of Rivers, Frank Reich shared what Jacoby Brissett's role could look like in 2020.

Despite having the starting job taken from him, Reich exclaimed in a video on the team's official YouTube page that Brissett has handled everything like a pro:

“Just like you guys know he would … I mean, he's a pro. He wants to do what's right for the team. And he knows. He and I have had multiple conversations about that. Jacoby doesn't need me to tell him what to do. He knows what to do. I'm his friend and I'm his coach, and I've been in his position to some degree. Do I try to lend an encouraging voice every now and then? Yeah, but he's doing it the right way. We need him to be who he is this year for us to get where we want to go. Whether that means he ends up playing some games or playing a number of plays or even if he's just there to support Philip and this team, Jacoby will be a big part of our success.”

Last season, Brissett started 15 games for the Colts due to the sudden retirement of Andrew Luck in the preseason. However, after an inconsistent year under center, Indianapolis replaced Brissett with Rivers.

Seeing that he's had previous experience with Reich, Rivers is expected to thrive with the Colts. On the other hand, it remains to be seen what Brissett's role with the team will be next season. Regardless of what that role entails, Reich has noticed an instant connection between Rivers and Brissett.

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“Jacoby's been a complete pro. Those two, it's like they've been together for a while. They're both from N.C. State. Both went to N.C. State, I don't know, they both play quarterback, there's a brotherhood between quarterbacks.”

Sometimes when a quarterback is replaced as the starter, they'll be openly disappointed in the team's decision. While he would prefer to start, Brissett is willing to do anything he can to help the Colts win football games.