Philip Rivers, 44, Un-Retires From NFL, Signs at Quarterback with Colts Amid Daniel Jones Injury
Former Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers, who retired from the league back in 2021 after 17 seasons, is re-joining the Indianapolis Colts.
After starting quarterback Daniel Jones went down with a season ending achilles tendon tear, the 44-year-old retired quarterback seems to be back in action.
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NFL insider Ian Rapoport confirmed the news, saying he’s signing with their practice squad. This means he’s not currently on the NFL roster. However…he could be pulled up at any moment. Ian shared that he’s being added to the Indiana quarterback room to help support backup QB Riley Leonnard, and, could serve “as a potential option down the road” to start.
The Colts were enjoying a strong season before Daniel‘s injury, but their playoff chances make it so they need to win to stay in.
By the way, NFL players rarely play into their 40s, though some quarterbacks are able to. Tom Brady, for example, retired at age 45 after 23 seasons in the league.
Philip also has a very large family with his wife Tiffany. They have 10 children and one grandchild!