It's an absurd situation, created by the Colts' loss of Daniel Jones to a torn Achilles tendon and additional injuries for backups Riley Leonard and Anthony Richardson. It's something nearly without precedent in the NFL. Even one good start would land Rivers, a grandfather, in NFL lore.

Philip Rivers is back in the NFL after five years in retirement, which means the veteran quarterback has a new EA Madden rating.

Philip Rivers has inspired us all. The longtime Chargers quarterback, potential future Pro Football Hall of Famer and literal grandfather shocked the NFL world this past week by coming out of retirement and signing with the Colts after a five-year absence. But that’s not all. It appears Rivers could start Sunday against the Seahawks at Lumen Field.

The New Jersey Devils' Dougie Hamilton played with Jaromir Jagr. He and Sheldon Keefe discuss the similarities between Jagr and Philip Rivers.

Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirmed that veteran quarterback Philip Rivers is excited upon his return to the NFL following a lengthy absence.

Philip Rivers has just 5 degrees of separation from 1st season in NFL history. Here's how originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. Philip Rivers, at 44 years old, is back in the NFL.

As Philip Rivers returns to the NFL at age 44, the players at a small high school in Alabama can't wait to see their coach in action.

Looking at their schedule, it’s not going to work. They have a tough road with really good defenses. Philip is a sitting duck."

This is a get-right game for the Eagles. Philly has lost three straight games following an 8-2 start, and now will host former Eagles QB Kenny Pickett and the two-win Raiders.

Even at 48 and three years removed from the NFL, Tom Brady is confident that he can have success if he played today.