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Rivers' brief comeback to end as Colts opt to start Leonard at QB against Houston
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Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Nick Mullens (14) talks with Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers (17) following an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 28, 2025, in Indianapolis. - photo by AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster
Philip Rivers' brief comeback is over — and apparently so is his career. Again. The 44-year-old quarterback who came out of retirement to try and lead the Indianapolis Colts back to the playoffs three weeks ago will not start Sunday's game against the Houston Texans and has likely taken the final snaps of his 18-year NFL career.