A former Los Angeles Chargers teammate of Philip Rivers has expressed hope that his son will have the opportunity to play for North Carolina State University as he prepares to return to a head coaching role.
The unnamed former teammate, who played alongside Rivers during their time with the Chargers, is reportedly targeting a head coaching position and sees NC State as a potential destination for his son's collegiate career.
Rivers, who played for the Chargers from 2004 to 2019 before a season with the Indianapolis Colts, has not publicly commented on the matter. The former teammate's identity and specific coaching role have not been disclosed.
The news was reported by EssentiallySports on November 9, 2026.
