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Colts need to start contemplating future following playoff elimination

Indianapolis Colts coach Shane Steichen wants to stay focused on the present

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Philip Rivers Happy He Got 3 'Bonus Games' Even if His Colts Return is Over

Philip Rivers knows he may have made the last start of his improbable comeback, and he said he would've signed up to do it all again even af...

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Philip Rivers Happy He Got 3 'Bonus Games' Even if His Colts Return is Over

Could be option to start Week 18 Leonard could be an option to start the Colts' regular-season final next Sunday against the Texans, JJ Stankevitz of the Colts' official site reports.

Impact Coach Shane Steichen said he'll make a decision on the Week 18 starter Tuesday. Indianapolis was officially eliminated from playoff contention Saturday when the Texans defeated the Chargers, but after Philip Rivers went through practice all week as the starter, the 44-year-old veteran got the nod for Sunday's 23-17 loss to the Jaguars. With Indy blowing a 7-1 start to the season and sitting at home for the postseason, the team may use the Week 18 finale to get a look at sixth-round rookie Leonard, who has attempted 33 passes during his first season, completing 18 for 145 scoreless yards and a pair of interceptions. He's rushed just three times for six yards and one touchdown, but that was something he could do in college during his time at Duke and Notre Dame. Leonard had a 184-906-17 rushing line as a senior with the Fighting Irish. As it stands Monday, Leonard should probably be viewed as the favorite to start against Houston next Sunday.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

4 Takeaways From the Jaguars' Win Over the Colts

Philip Rivers & Co. put up a fight, but the Jaguars won their seventh straight game. Here's what we learned about both teams.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

4 Takeaways From the Jaguars' Win Over the Colts

HIGHLIGHT | Johnson Calls Game With Hail Mary Interception S Antonio Johnson intercepts Colts QB Riley Leonard's final pass attempt of the game.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • JAGUARS.COM

Trevor Lawrence runs for 2 scores as Jaguars close in on AFC South title with 23-17 win over Colts

The Jacksonville Jaguars have moved within one victory of their first AFC South title since 2022

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Colts just made their stance on Riley Leonard crystal clear in Week 17 The Indianapolis Colts could have approached Week 17 in a lot of different ways. They oddly chose not to.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Why Colts are starting Philip Rivers, not Riley Leonard after playoff elimination | Sporting News Indy can't make it anymore.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Trevor Lawrence and AFC South-leading Jaguars seek season sweep of skidding Colts

The skidding Jacksonville Jaguars sit atop the AFC South and they're seeking a season sweep of the skidding Indianapolis Colts

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • Associated Press

Colts' late-season collapse puts them on cusp of missing playoffs

Philip Rivers gave the Indianapolis Colts a chance Monday night

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Remaining backup in Week 17 Colts head coach Shane Steichen said that Leonard will remain in a backup role Sunday against the Jaguars while Philip Rivers makes a third straight start at quarterback, James Boy...

Impact The Colts will be eliminated from playoff contention if the Texans beat the Chargers on Saturday, but Steichen confirmed that Rivers will continue to direct the offense regardless of the outcome of that contest. More specifically, Steichen said that it wouldn't be "fair" to ask rookie Leonard to start on 24 hours' notice if Rivers takes first-team reps throughout the week, which he has been doing since signing with the Colts in Week 15. Though the Colts have suffered losses to the playoff-bound squads in the Seahawks and 49ers in Rivers' two starts, the 44-year-old has given Indianapolis some stability under center following Daniel Jones' season-ending Achilles surgery. Rivers won't be part of the Colts' long-term plans, however, so if the team does get eliminated in Week 17, Steichen could entertain the idea of starting Leonard or third-year quarterback Anthony Richardson (orbital) -- if available -- in the regular-season finale against the Texans.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Will the Colts bench Philip Rivers? Why Indianapolis could turn to Riley Leonard following Week 16 loss to 49ers | Sporting News Here's what's known about Indianapolis' plans for its 44-year-old quarterback, and why it may make sense to stop playing Rivers.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

2025 NFL Week 16 Buzz: Patrick Mahomes Begins Rehab; Andy Reid Not Retiring?

We're down to the final three weeks of the 2025 NFL regular season, with each bit of news across the league becoming more and more critical.

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

2025 NFL Week 16 Buzz: Patrick Mahomes Begins Rehab; Andy Reid Not Retiring?

NFL Confidential: Scouts, Execs, Coaches Amazed by Philip Rivers' Play in Return

One NFL coach thought Philip Rivers' return was "very impressive," while an exec said they thought it was "amazing" he could operate the Col...

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

NFL Confidential: Scouts, Execs, Coaches Amazed by Philip Rivers' Play in Return

49ers look to lock up playoff spot as Rivers tries to keep the Colts in the playoff discussion

The Indianapolis Colts and San Francisco 49ers understand the stakes Monday night

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

Anthony Richardson cleared to practice, but Colts plan to keep Philip Rivers as starting quarterback

The Indianapolis Colts have cleared quarterback Anthony Richardson to start practicing but will continue to keep Philip Rivers as the starter

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • Associated Press

"He can't go and can play that well": Jason Kelce sheds doubt about Colts' rookie Riley Leonard after Philip Rivers' comeback game Former Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce has reacted to Philip Rivers’ return from retirement for the Indianapolis Colts and its implic...

DECEMBER 17, 2025 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM

Sound Smart: 6 Observations from Sunday's Week 15 Slate

Did the Bills expose the Patriots? Do the Broncos get enough respect? Will the Chiefs rise again? Here's what you need to know from Week 15.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Sound Smart: 6 Observations from Sunday's Week 15 Slate

How Philip Rivers' Return Happened: 'I Wonder if Shane Steichen is Going to Call?'

Philip Rivers told Jay Glazer how his return to the NFL went down, why he returned and that he still hasn't met some of his Colts teammates.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

How Philip Rivers' Return Happened: 'I Wonder if Shane Steichen is Going to Call?'

Why Philip Rivers' surprise Colts reunion could mean everything to Riley Leonard With Philip Rivers back with the Indianapolis Colts, Riley Leonard is reuniting with a mentor who helped shape his development.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

How old is Philip Rivers? Comparing Colts QB's age to Riley Leonard, Shane Steichen and more | Sporting News The veteran quarterback and grandfather came out of retirement after five years away from football.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Colts activate 44-year-old QB Philip Rivers, making him eligible to play Sunday against Seahawks

The Indianapolis Colts have promoted 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers to the active roster, making him eligible to play — and perhaps start — in Sunday’s crucial game at Seatt...

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • Associated Press

Backup for Rivers in Week 15 Leonard will operate as the Colts' backup quarterback behind Philip Rivers against the Seahawks on Sunday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact Leonard appeared poised to take on starting duties for the rest of the season after Daniel Jones tore his Achilles during the Colts' Week 14 loss to the Jaguars. However, Indianapolis opted to sign Rivers to the practice squad Wednesday, and after he and Leonard split first-team reps during Week 15 prep, the Colts have opted to go with the 44-year-old quarterback who hasn't seen regular-season play since 2020. How Rivers plays Sunday will likely determine who remains at the helm for the Colts for the rest of the 2025 campaign.

DECEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

No injury designation, starter TBD Leonard (knee) doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Seahawks after practicing fully this week.

Impact While Leonard is healthy enough to be available this weekend, the Colts have yet to reveal their Week 15 starting QB plans, with veteran newcomer Philip Rivers also a candidate to get the nod, per JJ Stankevitz of the team's official site. On that subject, coach Shane Steichen noted Friday afternoon, "we're going to work through that right now. We literally just got off the practice field, but (Rivers) had a good week of work, and we'll have those discussions here in the next couple hours." In any case, in order for Rivers to be in uniform Sunday, the Colts will either need to elevate him to their active roster from the practice squad, or sign him to the 53-man roster by Saturday afternoon's transaction deadline.

DECEMBER 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Seahawks' stout defense preparing for Colts' 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers

The Seahawks have a defense that is firing on all cylinders, having yielded only nine points over its last two games, both lopsided wins for Seattle

DECEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

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