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No more quick fixes - Colts must secure long-term successor to Philip Rivers
The Colts have to get their replacement at QB right to take advantage of the prime years for Darius Leonard and Quenton Nelson.

Jeff Saturday: Pros And Cons Of Colts Moving Quenton Nelson To Left Tackle | 93.5 & 107.5 The Fan
Jeff Saturday: Pros And Cons Of Colts Moving Quenton Nelson To Left Tackle

Philip Rivers’ retirement sharpens Colts’ pursuit of QB of the future | Fox 59
INDIANAPOLIS – Philip Rivers’ decision to retire after 17 Hall of Fame-caliber seasons doesn’t alter the Indianapolis Colts’ overriding offseason objective. And that’s finding a long-term answer at quarterback. Rivers announcement, though, certainly adds a degree of urgency to that objective. No longer might he, even at 39, offer yet another one-year bridge to whomever […]

7 Quarterback Questions Colts Must Answer With Philip Rivers Retiring | 93.5 & 107.5 The Fan
7 Quarterback Questions Colts Must Answer With Philip Rivers Retiring

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers announced his retirement from the NFL after 17 season; read a statement from Rivers as he thanks all those who made an impact on his career.
Philip Rivers, who just wrapped up his first season as the Indianapolis Colts’ quarterback after spending the first 16 years of his illustrious career with the San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers, announced his retirement from the NFL today.

Colts news: Quarterback Philip Rivers retires
Philip Rivers finishes his career after one season with the Colts. He is fifth in NFL history in passing yards and touchdowns

Philip Rivers Retires From NFL After Playing 17 Seasons | 93.5 & 107.5 The Fan
Philip Rivers Retires From NFL After Playing 17 Seasons

The greatest Colts win ever
The game, The Drive, The Comeback: The story behind the biggest win in the Indianapolis Colts' 33-year history

Detroit Lions' Matthew Stafford appears to be in Brad Holmes' plans
Brad Holmes called Matthew Stafford a "great player' and said he does not view the Detroit Lions as being in a rebuilding situation

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Will Malik Hooker, Marlon Mack, Anthony Walker be Colts? – The Athletic
Will Colts' strong drafts force them to part with beloved veterans Malik Hooker, Marlon Mack and Anthony Walker?

Ranking the Colts' potential quarterback scenarios for 2021 – The Athletic
Ranking the Colts' potential quarterback scenarios for 2021: Matt Stafford, Carson Wentz, Sam Darnold, Jimmy Garoppolo, Dak Prescott.

With Philip Rivers retiring, Colts don't have time to wait – The Athletic
Rivers wasn’t just a Hall-of-Fame-caliber QB — he was a generational leader, a coach on the field, fiery and sharp.

As Philip Rivers walks away, it's time to admit I was wrong – The Athletic
After watching Rivers up close, I clearly see so many of the qualities I never appreciated from afar.

Phillip Rivers' NFL career in 30 stories – The Athletic
"When he’s on your side, it’s awesome. ... When he's not? You probably hate him."

Philip Rivers retires, so Colts need a quarterback, as usual
Philip Rivers retired the way he played, with class, giving the Colts time to find a quarterback to plug into roster ready to compete for Super Bowls.

Philip Rivers' remarkable NFL career will end with Indianapolis Colts
Philip Rivers to Gregg Doyel: 'That was the early N.C. State days. You’re going to be there at the beginning – and the end.'

Philip Rivers retirement: Who will be the next Colts quarterback?
From internal candidates to free agents, the trade market and the draft, these are the Colts options at quarterback now that Philip Rivers is retired.

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