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Philip Rivers announced his retirement from the NFL after 17 seasons on Wednesday. The 39-year-old quarterback played the first 16 seasons of his career with the San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers, before a one-year stint with the Indianapolis Colts. The Rivers retirement came at a weird time, likely overshadowed by the inauguration of Joe Biden that […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers has officially decided to conclude his 17-year playing career in the NFL. He took his thoughts in stride and penned a heartfelt message to bid the league and its people goodbye, via ESPN‘s Adam Schefter. Philip Rivers’ statement to ESPN is dadgum tremendous: pic.twitter.com/30KaEFGy0X — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) January 20, […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers is officially concluding an illustrious professional career after 17 seasons in the league. As the news broke, the NFL world’s reactions are slowly trickling into appreciation towards the veteran gunslinger for his contributions to the league and the game of football at large. The Colts organization expressed their gratitude for […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers is set to hang up his cleats and retire from the league after an illustrious 17-year career. Rivers recently concluded the 2020 NFL season with the Colts after bouncing out of the Wild Card Round against the Buffalo Bills in the postseason. “It’s just time,” Rivers told The San Diego Union-Tribune […]

Philip Rivers has some decisions to make with respect to his future. So do the Indianapolis Colts. Rivers, 39, has yet to decide whether he will try to play again in 2021. The Colts will give him time to make that decision, but general manager Chris Ballard revealed the team also needs to take time […]

Philip Rivers may have played his last game for the Indianapolis Colts — or in the NFL for that matter. Saturday’s 27-24 Wildcard round defeat at the hands of the Buffalo Bills could prove to be Rivers’ swansong if he opts to enter free agency, or perhaps even retirement. If you ask Colts head coach […]

The Indianapolis Colts bowed out of the 2020 playoffs early after they lost to the Buffalo Bills, 27-24, on Wild Card Saturday. With their season coming to a close, the spotlight turns to the future of 39-year old quarterback Philip Rivers. Rivers spoke to reporters after the gut-wrenching defeat, and said that he is still […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers has a big decision to make this offseason regarding his future in the NFL. The veteran is facing two options: return to the Colts or retire. The @NFLGameDay Notebook with @MikeGarafolo & @TomPelissero: #Colts QB Philip Rivers will either retire or return to Indy; If Carson Wentz is on the […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers suggested he might look to play again in 2021. Rivers has been rather mum about his future, though he has previously suggested retirement could arrive at any point. However, the veteran signal-caller recently stated he would have a desire to run it back with the Colts next season: “Without speaking […]

Things keep getting worse for the Pittsburgh Steelers. With just over four minutes left in the second quarter, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers hit wide receiver Zach Pascal for a 42-yard touchdown to extend Indy’s first-half lead to 21-7 over the struggling Steelers. Looking spry, the 39-year old Rivers evaded the Pittsburgh pass rush, stepped […]

After going on an 11-game winning streak to start the season, the Pittsburgh Steelers find themselves in a major funk with three straight losses. They look to snap the losing skid in their upcoming game against Philip Rivers and the Indianapolis Colts. The 39-year old has found success in his debut campaign with the Colts […]

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Minkah Fitzpatrick had some comments regarding Philip Rivers’ longevity ahead of the Steelers’ Week 16 matchup with Rivers and the Indianapolis Colts. When asked how hard it was to outsmart a veteran signal-caller like Rivers, the All-Pro free safety pointed to Rivers’ status as one of the more tenured quarterbacks in the […]

Indianapolis quarterback Philip Rivers finished a 12-play, 75-yard scoring drive for the Colts with a five-yard touchdown pass to Zach Pascal. Giving Indy the advantage with under two minutes remaining in regulation, the lead would prove to be just durable enough for the Colts to hold on for the win against the Houston Texans, as […]

Former San Diego and Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is currently in the midst of his first go-round as a member of the Indianapolis Colts. With Rivers leading his  new team to nine wins already this season, Indianapolis would be in the playoffs if the 2020-21 NFL regular season ended today. However, the veteran […]

Philip Rivers has found his groove in recent weeks with the Indianapolis Colts, which has led some to believe he could be back next season. Colts head coach Frank Reich thinks the 39-year-old Rivers has plenty left in the tank: “At the way he’s playing right now … if he wants, he has multiple years […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers will most likely need surgery to repair a plantar plate rupture after the season, as per NFL Network‘s Ian Rapoport. He will reportedly play through the pain and finish the remainder of the team’s campaign in the 2020 NFL season. From @NFLGameDay: #Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa is expected to start […]

The Indianapolis Colts made the big decision to sign veteran star quarterback Philip Rivers to a one-year, $25 million contract in the offseason. It was a move that many thought would be a massive upgrade over Jacoby Brissett, who was the team’s starting quarterback last season. Rivers has been an upgrade, but there are a […]

The Indianapolis Colts could extend their lead in the AFC South on Sunday versus the Tennessee Titans. After a touchdown by Derrick Henry by the Titans, Philip Rivers responded with a touchdown pass to Trey Burton to knot the game back up at seven in the first quarter. Philip Rivers.@TreyBurton8.TOUCHDOWN @Colts! 📺: #TENvsIND on CBS📱: […]

Indianapolis Colts star quarterback Philip Rivers suffered a foot injury on Sunday in a win against the Green Bay Packers, and there was some initial doubt as to whether or not the 38-year-old will be able to take the field against the Tennessee Titans for Week 12. As it turns out, however, Rivers himself is […]

The NFL is gearing up for the final stretch of the 2020 season, which means fantasy football owners must begin looking ahead to the postseason — if you are one of the lucky ones, of course. With only a few weeks left in the fantasy football regular season, plenty of owners out there are fighting […]

The Indianapolis Colts are looking to make a rally against the Green Bay Packers as they head into the fourth quarter on Sunday. Philip Rivers was able to drill a pass to tight end Jack Doyle late in the third to bring the score to 28-23 in favor of the Packers. Rivers to Doyle!@Colts pull […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers had high praise for Green Bay Packers star Aaron Rodgers ahead of the Week 11 matchup between the two teams. Rivers marveled at Rodgers’ stunning efficiency as a passer and his general ball security throughout his career given some of the throws A-Rod tends to make: “The number that stands […]

On Thursday, Indianapolis Colts star quarterback Philip Rivers achieved a tremendous personal accolade, as he passed the great Dan Marino in all-time passing yards. Rivers has now moved into fifth place on the prestigious list, and unsurprisingly, the 38-year-old was overjoyed with the accomplishment. Rivers expressed how important this moment was for him, especially considering […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers reached a historic milestone Thursday night, passing former Dolphins great Dan Marino for the fifth most passing yards in NFL history. Philip Rivers has passed Dan Marino for 5th most passing yards in NFL history ‼️ pic.twitter.com/rPnFy7ertG — SportsCenter (@SportsCenter) November 13, 2020 Playing in his 16th season, Rivers joined […]

The 2020 NFL regular season is already past the midway point with Week 10 now rapidly approaching. With Thursday Night Football only a day away and the Indianapolis Colts and Tennessee Titans kicking things off from Nashville, Week 10 could be a pivotal week both for the NFL and for fantasy football owners throughout the […]

As part of a recent session with members of the media, Washington Football Team head coach Ron Rivera explained why Alex Smith reminds him of Philip Rivers. Ron Rivera says Alex Smith reminds him about Philip Rivers. Says when he was with the Chargers for four seasons, he'd pull in around 5, and Rivers would […]

Indianapolis Colts Philip Rivers vocally expressed his disappointment when an incomplete pass he threw was changed to an interception by instant replay in their Week 9 encounter against the Baltimore Ravens: “It’s gotten so jacked up about how the catch rule is,” Rivers said. “Nobody that’s played any amount of football or been around the […]

Philip Rivers has produced some highlights in his career, but he added to his lowlights against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. Following a fumble by Jonathan Taylor, Chuck Clark recovered it and hurdled Rivers en route to a 65-yard touchdown by the Ravens. Marcus Peters knocks it loose 😤 Chuck Clark picks it up for […]

This weekend’s slate of NFL games features some of the best matchups of the season. One of the top marquee matchups will feature a pair of AFC contenders going at it, as the Baltimore Ravens take on the Indianapolis Colts. The Colts jumped into a tie with the Titans for the top spot in the AFC […]

A better Indianapolis Colts squad has emerged midway through the 2020 NFL season. Colts head coach Frank Reich and his men currently hold a 5-2 record to place second in the AFC South division as they head to Week 9 proceedings. Their performance as of late has given Philip Rivers and company a newfound hope […]

The Indianapolis Colts came up with a huge 41-21 victory against the Detroit Lions on Sunday. After the game, Colts star QB Philip Rivers was asked about his team’s recent roll, but being the extreme competitor that he is, the 38-year-old veteran admitted they are currently far from satisfied. After leading his team to victory […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers led from the forefront of his team in their uphill battle in a Week 6 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. After falling behind by 21 points, the Colts needed to mount the largest regular-season comeback in franchise history to run away with the 31-27 victory. The long-time veteran spoke on […]

Things looked bleak for the Indianapolis Colts as they fell down early to the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. However, after facing a 21-0 deficit, it ended up being a 14-yard touchdown reception by Jack Doyle from Philip Rivers that helped the Colts win the game. Jack Doyle makes an incredible catch for a @Colts touchdown! […]

Last week the Indianapolis Colts saw their three-game winning streak come to an end at the hands of the Cleveland Browns. Now they have a chance to get back to their winning ways against another AFC North team – the Cincinnati Bengals. The Colts come into the game as favorites. They are 3-2 on the year, […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers had an awful game against the Cleveland Browns in Week 5, prompting some fans of the team to call for head coach Frank Reich to bench him for Jacoby Brissett. However, Reich said he’s sticking with Rivers for the Colts’ Week 6 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. “Philip is playing […]

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman will likely be out until Week 8 due to a compartment leg syndrome in his calf, NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports. Rapoport said Pittman underwent successful surgery on Sunday night and is expected to be ready to play after the team’s bye week, lining him up to return on […]

The Indianapolis Colts defense has been spectacular against New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold. They’ve gotten two pick-sixes against Darnold so far in the game. The first interception was thrown to cornerback Xavier Rhodes, who caught the pick around the 45 yard line in the first quarter. 🚧 RHODES CLOSED 🚧@XavierRhodes29_ | @Colts | #ForTheShoe […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers has made history with his 400th touchdown pass in the second quarter against the New York Jets (via NFL on Twitter). Philip Rivers throws the 400th touchdown of his career!@Colts | #ForTheShoe 📺: #NYJvsIND on CBS📱: NFL app // Yahoo Sports app: https://t.co/9RobDGGsOD pic.twitter.com/p3IyAqstNT — NFL (@NFL) September 27, 2020 Rivers […]

After some uncharacteristic miscues through the first two weeks, Indianapolis Colts wide receiver T.Y. Hilton got some constructive criticism that hit particularly close to home. Even though Hilton doesn’t make a ton of mistakes, his beloved grandmother is still going to call him out — and encourage him — when he does. Hilton dropped two […]