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The reason this situation impacts the Rams is due to the fact that the Colts are traveling to the Pacific Northwest for an afternoon showdown with the Seattle Seahawks. The Seahawks are in a dead heat with the Rams for first place in the NFC West as both teams are set to meet next week.
The 44-year-old Rivers, who played 16 years with the San Diego and Los Angeles Chargers, last played in 2020 with the Colts.
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QB Philip Rivers eager to get back in the game with the Colts after coming out of retirement
Philip Rivers wanted one more shot at winning that elusive Super Bowl ring. So the 44-year-old grandfather and Hall of Fame semifinalist is coming out of retirement and rejoining the Indianapolis Colts.
Rivers is obviously one of the most beloved Chargers of all time. The eight-time Pro Bowler spent 16 seasons with the Bolts, throwing for 63,440 yards with 421 touchdowns to 209 interceptions. Rivers actually signed a one day contract this past offseason to retire a Charger. It seems that the opportunity to play once again is too enticing.
Philip Rivers will have the support of his wife, Tiffany Rivers, as he returns to the NFL after retiring in 2021 — even if she is a little " nervous " that he could get hurt.
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