Philip Rivers Declares Second Retirement After Brief Colts Comeback

Veteran QB Philip Rivers, 44, has officially declared his second retirement from professional football, stating he's "back to the sideline" after a "fun, three-week blur" with the Colts. He expressed no regrets about his recent comeback attempt, which saw him return to Indianapolis after initially retiring in 2021. Rivers started three games, keeping the Colts competitive, and became one of the season's stories, drawing admiration for his play and approach. He confirmed he wouldn't be interested in playing for a new team.