Philip Rivers Joins Colts Practice Squad Amid Injury Crisis at Age 44
Philip Rivers, 44, has joined the Indianapolis Colts and was placed on the team's practice squad as the team faces a quarterback injuries crisis. Rivers has not played since 2020 but has been studying the playbook and preparing to be game-ready for a potential return in Sunday’s must-win AFC South matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. Shawne Merriman, a former Chargers teammate of Rivers, noted that Rivers' strengths lie in his competitiveness and football knowledge rather than his athleticism. Merriman cautioned that live game experience is irreplaceable, suggesting that while Rivers may look good in practice, he could struggle without recent real-game reps. Merriman was not surprised by Rivers' decision to consider a return, referencing past discussions during Antonio Gates’ Hall of Fame induction as part of the context.
