ESPN's Stephen Holder says that his time in the Indianapolis Colts' building this week has left him "more convinced" that 44-year-old Philip Rivers will be the team's starting quarterback for Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday. Holder adds that it's pretty clear that Indy is prepping Rivers to start after he came out of retirement this week to join the team. Rookie Riley Leonard (knee) has practiced in full for two straight days despite suffering a sprained PCL in Sunday's loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, but it looks like he'll be the backup to Rivers if he's active this weekend. Daniel Jones suffered a season-ending torn Achilles tendon in Week 14, putting the Colts in this situation. Rivers is an eight-time Pro Bowler, but he has not played an NFL game since 2020. Consider him a desperation QB option in superflex leagues in a very difficult matchup on the road in Seattle.
Dec 11, 2025 5:07 PM EST
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers has a "very real chance" of starting versus the Seattle Seahawks in Week 15 after a crazy turn of events for the Colts in Week 14, where we see Daniel Jones (Achilles) and Riley Leonard (knee) both get injured, leaving the Colts with no options at the quarterback position. Additionally, Anthony Richardson (eye) is on Injured Reserve. Jones is out for the year, and Leonard appears to be in danger of missing Week 15, although nothing is confirmed. Regardless, that leaves a 44-year-old man Rivers signing with the practice squad earlier this week after a successful workout with the organization on Monday, and according to NFL Insider Ian Rapaport, Rivers has a "real chance" at starting on Sunday. Rivers' final season was in 2020, where he threw for 4,169 passing yards with 24 touchdowns and 11 interceptions. Ultimately, fantasy managers need to stay away from this situation, as most Week 15 managers are in the fantasy playoffs, and he won't even be a decent QB2 start in superflex leagues.
Dec 10, 2025 9:15 AM EST
Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers has a "very real chance" of starting versus the Seattle Seahawks in Week 15. The 44-year-old signed with the team's practice squad earlier this week after a successful workout with the organization on Monday. With Daniel Jones (Achilles) out for the year, Rivers appears to have a legitimate chance at taking snaps this upcoming weekend. Rivers hasn't played in the NFL since the 2020 season with the Colts. He threw for 4,169 passing yards with 24 touchdowns and 11 interceptions during that season while leading Indy to the playoffs. Rookie quarterback Riley Leonard (knee) would be the next man up, but he suffered a Grade 1 PCL sprain in Week 14. With his availability up in the air, Rivers and Brett Rypien are the only healthy options on the Colts' roster. Rivers is probably the preferred choice given his experience in head coach Shane Steichen's offensive scheme. This is a strange situation, but the Colts are desperate for a QB with the injuries piling up under center. Rivers would be a desperation QB2 play in superflex leagues if he makes the start.
Dec 9, 2025 7:47 PM EST
Though Rivers previously announced his retirement from the NFL after one season with the Colts, he hasn't completely ruled out a return down the road, ESPN.com reports.
Aug 4, 2021 1:31 PM EST
Rivers has decided to retire after a 17-year career, the San Diego Union-Tribune reports. "It's just time," said Rivers.
Jan 20, 2021 6:08 AM EST
Colts GM Chris Ballard plans to speak with Rivers in February, Stephen Holder of The Athletic reports.
Jan 14, 2021 12:25 PM EST
Rivers completed 27 of 46 passes for 309 yards and two touchdowns in Saturday's 27-24 wild-card round loss to the Bills. He also threw a two-point conversion and rushed once for minus-1 yard.
Jan 9, 2021 1:56 PM EST
Rivers (toe) was listed as a full participant on Wednesday's practice estimate.
Jan 6, 2021 1:34 PM EST
Rivers (toe) was listed as a non-participant on Tuesday's practice estimate.
Jan 5, 2021 1:26 PM EST
Rivers completed 17 of 27 passes for 164 yards with one touchdown and one interception in the Colts' 28-14 win over the Jaguars on Sunday. He also netted minus-2 yards on two rushes.
Jan 3, 2021 5:15 PM EST
Rivers (toe) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Dec 31, 2020 1:40 PM EST
Rivers (toe) didn't practice Wednesday.
Dec 30, 2020 12:49 PM EST
Rivers completed 22 of 35 pass attempts for 270 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Sunday's 28-24 loss to the Steelers.
Dec 27, 2020 3:36 PM EST
Rivers (toe) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.
Dec 24, 2020 11:37 AM EST
Rivers (toe) was rested at Wednesday's practice, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.
Dec 23, 2020 1:33 PM EST
Rivers completed 22 of 28 pass attempts for 228 yards and two touchdowns in Week 15 against the Texans.
Dec 20, 2020 5:52 PM EST
Rivers (toe) practiced fully Thursday.
Dec 17, 2020 1:04 PM EST
Rivers (toe) didn't practice Wednesday.
Dec 16, 2020 12:54 PM EST
Rivers completed 19 of 28 pass attempts for 244 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 44-27 win over the Raiders.
Dec 13, 2020 5:15 PM EST
Rivers does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Raiders.
Dec 11, 2020 12:55 PM EST
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