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The NFL has seen players retire and change their minds plenty of times. Brett Favre and Tom Brady come to mind. However, the NFL has never seen a player retire for four seasons, then announce their return, sign a contract in the final month of the regular season, and make a start in the same […]

The Indianapolis Colts’ playoff aspirations are hanging by a thread despite an 8-5 record. Starting quarterback Daniel Jones tore his Achilles tendon in the midst of a career renaissance. Backup quarterback Riley Leonard suffered a knee injury after relieving Jones last week vs. the Jacksonville Jaguars, leaving the Colts without a viable signal-caller. Instead of […]

The Indianapolis Colts are completing the story. With Daniel Jones out due to a season-ending Achilles injury, the Colts are officially turning to 44-year-old Philip Rivers for their Week 15 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The Colts made waves by signing Rivers, who has not played in the NFL since 2020, to their practice squad […]

The build-up for a potential historic return to the football field is on the horizon. Longtime San Diego Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers signed with the Indianapolis Colts this week for a chance to start at quarterback. The Colts are hoping that Rivers can keep them on the track to making the playoffs. The Colts battle […]

With Daniel Jones now out for the season, the Indianapolis Colts have a crucial quarterback decision to make. Either Riley Leonard or Philip Rivers will be under center in Week 15. Leonard, while less experienced, was at least Indianapolis’ backup. Rivers may be a future Hall of Famer, but he hasn’t played in the NFL […]

Years ago, the legendary Warren Moon played at 44 with the Kansas City Chiefs, and now, Philip Rivers will do that with the Indianapolis Colts after coming out of retirement. However, Rivers’ comeback worries Moon, who knows what it’s like to go through the rigors of an NFL season at 44 years old. Unlike Moon, […]

Daniel Jones posted a brief, heartfelt message to Colts fans, staff, and the organization on Monday after suffering a torn Achilles that will end his season. “Thank you to my teammates, the coaches, the #Colts organization, and all the fans for the overwhelming support. Tough way to end the season but it has been an […]

The Indianapolis Colts are hoping to end a three-game skid when they take on the Seattle Seahawks in a pivotal Week 15 matchup. The Colts could get a defensive boost Sunday after designating DeForest Buckner for return from the IR. The veteran DT was sidelined for four games with a neck injury. While Buckner could […]

Philip Rivers’ stunning return to the Indianapolis Colts after almost five years away from football has unsurprisingly produced a litany of concerns, but there is one place fans can go if they want some optimism. Madden NFL 26 gave the 44-year-old quarterback a 70 overall rating, per The 33rd Team’s Ari Meirov. Rivers was not […]

After the Indianapolis Colts saw quarterback Daniel Jones suffer a season-ending injury, they got to work to find another QB. Then, in a stunning twist, they brought in 44-year-old Philip Rivers for a workout, and then the Colts signed Rivers to a deal. Rookie Riley Leonard had also been dealing with an injury, although he […]

The Indianapolis Colts have dominated the headlines ever since signing Philip Rivers out of retirement. The 44-year-old quarterback will take over for Daniel Jones, who tore his Achilles during Week 14. One former quarterback is worried about how Rivers will transition back into the NFL life. Former NFL QB Kurt Warner shared some worrisome concerns […]

Without star quarterback Daniel Jones for the remainder of the season, the Indianapolis Colts made waves by signing 44-year-old Philip Rivers to their practice squad ahead of Week 15. However, as intriguing as the move was, many are skeptical about its practicality. The Colts have yet to promote Rivers to their active roster, but they […]

Suddenly, there is life within the Indianapolis Colts organization. The team has lost three games in a row and starting quarterback Daniel Jones went down and out for the season with an Achilles injury in their loss last week to the Jacksonville Jaguars. First place had looked so secure a month ago, but the latest […]

The Indianapolis Colts lost their third straight game in Week 14. The Jacksonville Jaguars surpassed Indianapolis for the division lead with last Sunday’s 36-19 win. Now 8-5, the Colts’ playoff hopes took a serious hit with Daniel Jones’ season-ending Achilles tear against the Jaguars. After the devastating injury, Philip Rivers stepped forward and volunteered to […]

While many are happy for Philip Rivers after he got signed by the Indianapolis Colts, one guy is not feeling it: Cam Newton. The 44-year-old Rivers made a surprising return after the Colts’ quarterback lineup got decimated by injuries. Daniel Jones is out for the season with a torn Achilles, while Anthony Richardson and Riley […]

Sam Ehlinger is staying put in Mile High City after he reportedly chose to stick it with the practice squad of the Denver Broncos instead of returning to the Indianapolis Colts. According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, the Colts were interested in signing Ehlinger after the season-ending Achilles injury to Daniel Jones. The feeling, however, […]

The Indianapolis Colts were dealt a devastating blow in Week 14, losing Daniel Jones to a torn Achilles. The catastrophic injury news threatened Indianapolis’ season. After a promising 8-2 start, the Colts have lost three straight games to fall to 8-5. The Jacksonville Jaguars surpassed Indy for first place in the AFC South with last […]

The Indianapolis Colts found some late-season humor thanks to head coach Shane Steichen, who cracked a hilarious response when asked about coaching 44-year-old Philip Rivers once again. The moment came amid one of the most surprising NFL comeback stories in some time, with the Colts fighting to stay in the AFC playoff race after a […]

The Indianapolis Colts already saw Philip Rivers re-warming up his arm. But Riley Leonard went through throwing sessions too on Wednesday. ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter helped reveal Leonard’s status amid his own ailment. “Colts listed QB Riley Leonard, who has a strained knee ligament, as a full participant in today’s practice. It looks as […]

The Indianapolis Colts officially have Philip Rivers on the roster, and the next step is figuring out when he will be on the field to play his first game since 2021. When talking to reporters on his first day back, Rivers was asked if he would start against the Seattle Seahawks. “I’m preparing like that. […]

After Daniel Jones sustained a season-ending injury, the Indianapolis Colts signed Philip Rivers to a contract to play for them, especially with Anthony Richardson also injured. Now, check out Rivers throwing his first pass in the Colts’ practice, as he prepares to face the Seattle Seahawks. #Colts QB Philip Rivers slinging some intermediate throws. pic.twitter.com/k8ToZFteTb […]

Philip Rivers returned to the NFL on Wednesday for the first time since the 2020 season, and the longtime quarterback wasted no time bringing humor back to the Indianapolis Colts’ facility. During his introductory press conference, the 44-year-old acknowledged that he may not look exactly as he did when he last suited up. When asked […]

Recently, the Indianapolis Colts shocked the NFL landscape when they signed their former quarterback, Philip Rivers, to the practice squad at the age of 44. The news comes in the wake of Daniel Jones’ devastating Achilles injury that he suffered last week against the Jacksonville Jaguars, and opens the door for Rivers to become one […]

Recently, the Indianapolis Colts sent shockwaves throughout the NFL world when they announced that they would be signing retired NFL quarterback Philip Rivers to their practice squad. Rivers last appeared in the NFL with the Colts during the 2020-21 season and had since hung up the cleats, but now is rejoining the team in the […]

Recently, the Indianapolis Colts shook up the NFL world when it was announced that they would be bringing quarterback Philip Rivers out of retirement to join their practice squad. The news comes in the wake of the Daniel Jones injury, which will sideline him for the rest of the season, and at a time when […]

The Indianapolis Colts shocked the NFL world on Tuesday. Indianapolis signed 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers out of retirement to replace Daniel Jones for the rest of the 2025 season. Now Colts fans are excited to see Rivers back under center as soon as possible. But will Rivers actually be ready to play in Week 15 […]

The Indianapolis Colts may have pulled one of the most surprising moves of the year, signing Philip Rivers to their practice squad in hopes of him possibly helping the team down the stretch of the season. With Daniel Jones out for the season with an Achilles injury, they needed to sign a quarterback, and they […]

Uncertainty surrounding NFL rumors about J.J. McCarthy has Minnesota facing some uncomfortable quarterback questions, and Daniel Jones keeps popping up in the rumor mill as a possible safety net. With McCarthy concussed, struggling, and Max Brosmer set for his first NFL start, this season is already starting to feel like an extended audition for everyone […]

In one of the most unexpected storylines of the NFL season, longtime Chargers field general Philip Rivers is officially back in the league. The 44-year-old signed to the Indianapolis Colts’ practice squad on Tuesday after a Monday workout, marking his first NFL involvement since leading the Colts to the postseason during the 2020 campaign. Since […]

Can you believe it’s already Week 15? Neither can I. Each week in the NFL brings massive playoff implications and marquee matchups in a year where it seems like anybody can win any given game, and that was no different this week. Most notably, the Texans put the Chiefs even further behind in the AFC […]

While most 44-year-olds are too busy tending to their aching knees and complaining about hearing “6-7” 6,767 times a day, Philip Rivers is making a comeback with the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts have signed Rivers to their practice squad on Tuesday following the season-ending Achilles injury to Daniel Jones. The move raised not a few […]

With Daniel Jones suffering a season-ending Achilles injury, the Indianapolis Colts needed to find an answer at quarterback. They made the shocking decision to sign veteran Philip Rivers. Rivers hasn’t played in the NFL since 2020, ironically as a member of the Colts. Back then, Frank Reich was his head coach. As the quarterback prepares […]

Dan Orlovsky is not as enthused with Philip Rivers’ return as some fans are. While the ESPN analyst respected someone he deemed a future Hall of Famer, he added that the Indianapolis Colts would be best suited starting Riley Leonard at quarterback in Week 15. Leonard, a sixth-round rookie, came in for relief of Daniel […]

The Indianapolis Colts were desperate to add a new quarterback before Week 15. Daniel Jones went down with an Achilles injury on Sunday, and Riley Leonard is not at full health either. That caused the Colts to kick the tires on veteran Philip Rivers and sign the 44-year-old quarterback on Tuesday. Rivers will come out […]

On Tuesday, it was announced that Philip Rivers would be coming out of retirement to join the Indianapolis Colts‘ practice squad, more than four years after he retired from the NFL. The Colts are currently in a bit of a quarterback crisis, with Daniel Jones having recently suffered a torn ACL and backup Riley Leonard […]

Philip Rivers is back. The Indianapolis Colts officially signed Rivers to the practice squad on Tuesday after it was reported that he would come and try out for the team on Monday. Daniel Jones tore his Achilles in the loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday and will miss the rest of the season. The […]

With the Colts working out Philip Rivers after the injury to quarterback Daniel Jones, the team made it official on Tuesday that the 44-year-old will come out of retirement, according to Tom Pelissero. As fans wondered what happened in the Colts’ workout of Rivers, it apparently went well to the point of signing the former […]

The Indianapolis Colts cannot stay healthy at the quarterback position. Daniel Jones suffered a torn Achilles on Sunday, which will end his 2025 season. To make matters worse, both backups Anthony Richardson and Riley Leonard are banged up too. Could that lead to a reunion with veteran Philip Rivers? The Colts had the 44-year-old quarterback […]

The Indianapolis Colts are in a dire situation. They were already in trouble before Week 14 with quarterback Daniel Jones dealing with a fractured fibula. Now, the situation has gone from bad to worst-case scenario, as Jones suffered a season-ending Achilles tear during their loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. With Anthony Richardson still out with […]