Overview
- The Colts signed Philip Rivers at age 44 after a rash of quarterback injuries, and reports indicate he could start Sunday against the Seahawks.
- On his 4th&1 podcast, Newton called Rivers getting the opportunity “a slap in my face” and asked whether Rivers had shown any signs he was available.
- Newton said he has not retired and is training for a potential return, pointing to workout videos he posts on Snapchat.
- He argued that teams may avoid him because of the attention his personality attracts, saying they “don’t want a circus.”
- Newton last played in 2021 during a second stint with the Panthers, while Rivers has not appeared in an NFL game since the 2020 season.