Just days after signing with the Indianapolis Colts’ practice squad, and after not playing in the NFL for nearly five years, could Phillip Rivers get the start on Sunday in Seattle?
That seems to be the feeling as this week has unfolded.
On Wednesday, head coach Shane Steichen left the door open for Rivers to start this week, mentioning that he could start regardless of Riley Leonard’s availability as he works through a knee injury.
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For what it’s worth, Leonard has been a full participant in both practices so far this week.
Steichen also added that the team will evaluate Rivers throughout the week and make the decision from there.
Helping Rivers hit the ground running will be his familiarity with Steichen’s offense. With the two having worked together for several seasons with the Chargers, there is quite a bit of familiarity.
But knowing the playbook and being able to execute it on the field after being away for so long are two different things. This is, in part, why some NFL executives are skeptical about this signing by the Colts.
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Awaiting the Colts’ offense this week is a Seattle defensive front that ranks third in quarterback pressure rate and is fourth in sacks.
This article originally appeared on Colts Wire: Are signs pointing to Phillip Rivers starting vs. Seahawks in Week 15?