Even though the Steelers already defeated the Colts this year, there's one implication of Philip Rivers' return that makes Pittsburgh's current quarterback smile.

Philip Rivers is the oldest player in the NFL at 44 years old after it was confirmed that the Indianapolis Colts activated him to the roster to face the Seattle Seahawks. It is a historic decision, as he sacrificed his potential induction into the Hall of Fame in the coming months.

In 2025, Philip Rivers returned to the NFL on a practice squad contract after retiring in 2021, adding to his $240 million career salary. Meanwhile, A

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers discussed the Indianapolis Colts' recent signing of fellow veteran Philip Rivers on Thursday.

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is no longer the oldest player in the NFL at 42. That honor now belongs to 44-year-old QB Phillip Rivers who came out of a four-year retirement to return to the Indianapolis Colts after not playing a game since January of 2021.

The Steelers' veteran quarterback enthusiastically welcomed 44-year-old Philip Rivers back to the NFL upon learning of his un-retirement.

Philip Rivers has made an NFL comeback at the age of 44, and that has Aaron Rodgers happy for at least one reason. Rivers had retired after the 2020