Philip Rivers has been named the Indianapolis Colts' starting quarterback for this weekend, marking a return for the 44-year-old who last played five years ago.

The 44-year-old grandfather made a triumphant return to the field for the first time in five years, but it wasn't enough to secure a victory vs. the Seahawks.

Heading into Week 15, the Colts hold the No. 8 spot in the AFC playoff picture. Only seven teams make the playoffs, comprised of the four division winners and three Wild Card teams. Unless Indianapolis comes back to win the division, the Colts will be vying for one of the three coveted at-large spots.

Shane Steichen praises Philip Rivers’ return after five years away as Colts push Seahawks to the final seconds.

The Indianapolis Colts lost to the Seattle Seahawks 18-16 with 44-year old Philip Rivers starting at quarterback.

The Indianapolis Colts visit the Seattle Seahawks in NFL Week 15 action today, Dec. 14, 2025. Inactives, injury report, who's in, who's out.

The Indianapolis Colts face the Seattle Seahawks in a Week 15 showdown on Sunday, Dec. 14, 2025 at Lumen Field in Seattle, Wash.