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With tons of quarterback movement occurring throughout this past offseason, one that has been incredibly unique for a variety of different reasons, the 2020 campaign should be one of the more interesting go-rounds in recent years. Whether it is former New England Patriots signal-caller Tom Brady heading to Tampa Bay, former Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam […]

At 38 years old, Philip Rivers threw 20 interceptions in 2019—or, one per every $1.25 million the Indianapolis Colts are paying him to be their starter for the 2020 season. Rivers threw 23 touchdowns in 2019, posting 4,615 yards with a 66.0 completion percentage (88.5 QB rating). The head-scratching interceptions (and eight fumbles) plagued the […]

Players throughout the league continue to weigh their options with the risks involved in playing the 2020 NFL season amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. For Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers, the decision was made once he decided to keep his career going. Rivers’ illustrious stint with the Los Angeles Chargers came to an end with […]

The Indianapolis Colts made a huge move this offseason with the signing of veteran quarterback Philip Rivers to a one-year $25 million deal. Rivers is set to take over the reigns as the team’s main playmaker in their bid to bounce back from a rather disappointing 2019. Now, Colts general manager Chris Ballard has nothing […]

Indianapolis Colts fans finally have their first glimpse of what veteran quarterback Philip Rivers will look like in the team’s traditional blue home uniforms. Adam Schefter of ESPN tweeted out some images from Rivers’ first photo shoot. Philip Rivers in his new uniform, via @Colts. pic.twitter.com/IcWatFN7gi — Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) August 1, 2020 The Colts […]

Philip Rivers, similar to other players that joined new teams this offseason, has had to get accustomed to the way the Indianapolis Colts conduct their franchise. Chris Ballard, the general manager of the Colts, spoke about Rivers’ drive to ‘buy in’ and win (per Jim Ayello in the Indianapolis Star). “He has a tremendous internal […]

Jack Doyle is going to be catching passes from Philip Rivers in the upcoming season with the Indianapolis Colts. But the veteran tight end still remembers not being a huge fan of Rivers at one point. During a video interview with Larra Overton of the team’s official website, Doyle admitted that he couldn’t stand Rivers […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have undergone a lot of changes since its foundation in 1960. A relocation, a new stadium, and a new set of jerseys later, the franchise has yet to firmly stamp its presence on the books of NFL greats. Despite the absence of a Super Bowl trophy, the team still has many […]

Longtime Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is currently gearing up for what will ultimately become his first go-round as a member of the Indianapolis Colts. However, even after well over a decade atop the highest level, it is quite clear that Rivers fully understands that he is now preparing for a season like no […]

Could the NFL’s biggest game of the year, Super Bowl LV, be impacted by COVID-19? The first hurdle for the league is to get the season underway to begin with, which is uncertain at the moment. Under the assumption the season does get off the ground and is able to battle through the season with […]

Since their inception in 1960, the Los Angeles (and formerly San Diego) Chargers have been unable to win a Super Bowl, but boasted some of the NFL’s all-time greatest players. So many, in fact, that that Hall of Fame quarterback Dan Fouts and revolutionary head coach Don Coryell didn’t make this list, even though they […]

For the first time in his NFL career, Philip Rivers will not be entering a season with the Chargers. Los Angeles parted ways with the veteran quarterback earlier this offseason, leading to Rivers inking a deal with the Indianapolis Colts to begin a new chapter. While Rivers struggled in 2019, one thing remained the same: […]

The Indianapolis Colts were supposed to be Super Bowl contenders going into 2019, but Andrew Luck’s sudden retirement weeks ahead of the season started threw a wrench into those plans Under Jacoby Brissett’s direction, the Colts went 7-9 and missed the playoffs. In Brissett’s defense, Indianapolis’ offense was ravaged by injuries, but apparently, the Colts […]

The Indianapolis Colts have had a huge offseason this year with general manager Chris Ballard making it very clear that he will not accept mediocrity. Right off the bat when free agency opened up, the Colts made a blockbuster trade to acquire DeForest Buckner from the San Francisco 49ers in exchange for the No. 13 […]

Philip Rivers, the new Indianapolis Colts quarterback, is already making his presence felt in preparation for the team’s return to the Lucas Oil Stadium later this year. He has been conducting player-only workouts and is helping get the Colts back in form as he prepares what will be the first season away from the Los […]

The Indianapolis Colts have a new sheriff in town and that’s quarterback Philip Rivers. After a disappointing 7-9 campaign which followed after a solid 11-5 playoff season in 2018, the Colts are ready to contend again. Needless to say, they’re relying on the grizzled old veteran quarterback to make them contenders again. As Indianapolis looks […]

The Indianapolis Colts made a pretty big splash this offseason when they signed veteran free-agent quarterback Philip Rivers. For a long time, Rivers has been one of the best quarterbacks in the entire NFL. Sure, he is at the end of his career, and coming off one of the worst seasons he has ever had, […]

The Los Angeles Chargers have had a lot of success dating back to their days when they were the San Diego Chargers. In the 1970’s and ’80s, there were some good teams, but a lot of the big success for the Chargers came after they brought in Philip Rivers to be their franchise quarterback. The […]

Phillip Rivers and Tom Brady both joined new teams this offseason with the hope they can win a title before they hang up their cleats. The Indianapolis Colts and Tampa Bay Buccaneers both have talented teams with the belief that the missing piece is the quarterback. So what quarterback is going to find the most […]

Philip Rivers bore the brunt of criticism in Los Angeles last season as the Chargers finished just 5-11 on the year. The veteran threw 20 interceptions and also fumbled eight times, while his touchdown percentage plummeted. But as Rivers gets set to take over under center for the Indianapolis Colts, he feels he is just […]

With things starting to slowly return to the status quo amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, several teams will be looking to their veteran leaders to lead them in the coming weeks. While Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers will be playing his first season with the team in 2020, Rivers is a 16-year NFL veteran and […]

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers threw 20 interceptions last season with the Los Angeles Chargers; however, Colts coaches aren’t concerned. In a recent interview with 107.5 The Fan, Colts quarterback coach Marcus Brady explained why he doesn’t think Rivers’ 2019 interceptions are a big concern. “We went back and watched every single interception,” Brady told […]

The Indianapolis Colts signed Philip Rivers nearly two months ago and he’s already making an impression on his new teammates. As he prepares to enter his first season with the Colts, Rivers is already exerting his presence in team meetings. While speaking to ESPN’s Mike Wells, T.Y. Hilton highlighted how Rivers has handled himself so […]

The Indianapolis Colts upgraded at the quarterback position by signing Philip Rivers in free agency. While speaking to the local media, Frank Reich made some strong comments about Indianapolis’ decision to sign Rivers. Reich: “The further we get into this process with Philip, the more I’m convinced this was the right move for us.” Reiterates […]

The bond between center and quarterback is something that takes ample time to manifest when it comes to developing a feel of their cadence. Unfortunately, the restrictions placed in response to the coronavirus pandemic have prevented Indianapolis Colts center Ryan Kelly from getting properly acquainted with quarterback Philip Rivers. According to Stephen Holder of The […]

For the Chargers franchise, many coaches, players, and results have left a memorable imprint in both San Diego and Los Angeles. With their new jersey combinations touching on both the present and historical aspects of their franchise, they are able to combine everything many fans know and love about them. Players like LaDainian Tomlinson, Antonio […]

Phillip Rivers only signed a one-year deal with the Indianapolis Colts, but coach Frank Reich believes that he could play multiple seasons for the team. Talking to reporters on a conference call, Reich discussed Rivers’ future with the team. Via Zak Keefer of The Athletic: “I can just tell you I really believe it’s Philip […]

Earlier this offseason, the Indianapolis Colts decided to sign Philip Rivers in hopes he could bring some stability at quarterback. Just a couple of months after signing with the Colts, T.Y. Hilton is already seeing Rivers’ leadership qualities. “I mean he’s already taken control of meetings. So he’s asking questions, knowing the terminology,” Hilton said […]

Former Los Angeles Chargers veteran quarterback Philip Rivers departed his longtime franchise in free agency this spring, signing with the Indianapolis Colts in a surprising move. Rivers, at 38 years old, will see a new organization for the first time in 16 years. Why did Rivers agree with a deal with the Colts, though? It […]

The Indianapolis Colts got their man in free agency, signing quarterback Philip Rivers. However, the Colts had a contingency plan if Rivers didn’t agree to join the club. Their backup option was Andy Dalton. According to Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports, Indianapolis was prepared to swing a trade with the Cincinnati Bengals to acquire Dalton […]

All eyes will be on the young signal-callers in the 2020 NFL season, but it is the veterans that will be creating history. In Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season, Tom Brady and Philip Rivers are going to make NFL history when they make starts for their new teams. Over the history of the […]

Philip Rivers’ post-NFL, post-Indianapolis Colts career is set. On Friday, St. Michael Catholic High School announced that Rivers will take over as head coach of its football program as soon as the veteran quarterback decides to conclude his remarkable professional career. “It’s a special day for me and my family really. I will probably get […]

Kansas City Chiefs star safety Tyrann Mathieu will no longer have the opportunity to play against Philip Rivers twice a year. Rivers–the longtime quarterback for the Los Angeles Chargers–signed with the Indianapolis Colts in free agency, moving from the AFC West to the AFC South. Mathieu explained he will miss Rivers’ trash talk. The All-Pro […]

The NFL offseason has been a little different while dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic, but Indianapolis Colts tight end Jack Doyle is still trying to find a way to get comfortable with Philip Rivers. The Colts are still having virtual meetings, but Doyle and Rivers have also been texting back and forth. Doyle spoke about […]

Indianapolis Colts coach Frank Reich thinks that quarterback Philip Rivers is going to find a lot of success in Indy because of the team’s running game and offensive line. Reich worked with Rivers with the Chargers before, so he has a pretty good understanding of what he brings to the table. Reich participated in a […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are beginning life after Philip Rivers in 2020, having multiple options on their roster to replace him. Following the decision to move on from Rivers, Hunter Henry is anxious to see how having a more mobile quarterback can open up the Chargers’ offense. “I’m not going to downplay Philip at all,” […]

The 2020-21 NFL season should be one for the record books. For starters, the offseason has already been one full of suspense and surprises. The Tom Brady era is over with the New England Patriots. Philip Rivers and the Los Angeles Chargers have finally parted ways and the Carolina Panthers gave Cam Newton the boot […]

As the NFL Draft looks to continue to be on schedule for April 23-25, trades become common news ticker fodder before and during the draft. Some teams like to be very careful with the moves that they make with their allotment of draft capital, and others love to move around the board and jump at […]

Some wondered if the Indianapolis Colts were a potential free-agent destination for Tom Brady. On Tuesday, Colts head coach Frank Reich acknowledged that the club did take a look at Brady, but ultimately determined that Philip Rivers was a better “fit,” according to Stephen Holder of The Athletic. It would certainly be interesting to hear […]