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Colts Activate Philip Rivers, 44, With Reports He’ll Start at Seattle

The promotion responds to a depleted quarterback room, resetting his Hall of Fame clock by five years.

Overview

  • Indianapolis officially signed Rivers to the 53-man roster Saturday, making him eligible to play Sunday against the Seahawks.
  • Multiple outlets, including NFL Network, report he is expected to start in Week 15 after taking first-team reps in practice.
  • By appearing on the active roster, Rivers’ Hall of Fame eligibility moves to at least five years after his final game.
  • The Colts turned to the eight-time Pro Bowler after Daniel Jones’ torn Achilles, with Riley Leonard limited and Anthony Richardson on injured reserve.
  • Indianapolis enters 8-5 after a recent slide and now faces a road test against one of the NFL’s top defenses in Seattle.