Philip Rivers Set to Become NC State Head Coach Following NFL Career

Former 17-year NFL veteran quarterback Philip Rivers is set to be named head coach at his alma mater, NC State, replacing Dave Doeren. Rivers, 44, played 16 seasons with the Chargers and one full season with the Colts before briefly re-signing with Indianapolis in late 2025. He transitions to college coaching after managing St. Michael Catholic High School in Alabama.