Experience: 5 College: North Carolina State Height: 77 Weight: 228 Born: 12/8/1981
Year
Tm
Gm
Cmp
Att
Yds
TDs
Int
Sack
Rush
Yds
TDs
Fum
PROJ
SDG
3223
24
13
38
0
2007
SDG
16
277
460
3152
21
15
22
29
33
1
6
2006
SDG
16
284
460
3387
22
9
28
47
53
0
2
2005
SDG
16
12
22
115
0
1
3
1
-1
0
0
2004
SDG
13
5
8
33
1
0
0
5
-5
0
0
SUMMARY
Quarterback Rank: #17 Overall: #91
Rivers actually saw his numbers decline in his second season as full-time starter. But he finished strong with good showings in the playoffs and at the end of the season. Rivers actually played in the AFC Championship game with a torn ACL. He had surgery after the season, but projects to be ready for camp. His knee could be an issue for next season, though. Rivers could be slowed early on because of the injury. Rivers is a hot and cold quarterback ? you just never know what you are going to get with him. He is an accurate passer with a strong arm. He doesn't have great foot speed, but moves around the pocket well and can make plays on the move. The Chargers offense remains one of the best, which is a positive for Rivers.
FANTASY OUTLOOK
Rivers has a lot of potential, but is a bit too streaky to be a legit No. 1 fantasy quarterback. He is worth taking a risk on because of his upside, but expect more of the same from him. He'll have some great games with some stinkers sprinkled in as well.
Jul 21 2008 10:42PM
The Associated Press reports San Diego Chargers QB Philip Rivers (knee) said he is fully recovered from the torn anterior cruciate ligament that required surgery. Rivers said, "I've been going full-go now for over a month. There's nothing I can't do. There are times throughout the day I can't tell which knee I hurt."
Mike Sullivan, of the North County Times, reports San Diego Chargers QB Philip Rivers (knee) is just four-plus months removed from surgery to repair his torn ACL but has been running at full-speed for a month. He has been taking regular doses of snaps with the first-string offense during workouts at the team's offseason coaching sessions. While he is wearing a brace and is a bit more conscious of the injury, Rivers said there are times he forgets anything is wrong. Rivers is ahead of schedule with the recovery but the team is not going to do anything with him that could result in a setback.
Jun 7 2008 03:01PM
Mike Sullivan, of the North County Times, reports San Diego Chargers head coach Norv Turner said offensive coordinator Clarence Shelmon and quarterbacks coach John Ramsdell have been working with QB Philip Rivers (knee) closely. They are focused on the cerebral part of the game, including terms of technique and reviewing every offensive play from last season.
May 16 2008 05:06PM
Forrest Overin, of ChargersFootballXtra.com, reports San Diego Chargers QB Philip Rivers was moving well during the team's offseason workouts. Rivers was able to plant and throw passes with impressive velocity.
May 16 2008 04:51PM
Kevin Acee, of the San Diego Union-Tribune, reports San Diego Chargers QB Philip Rivers has one year left on his contract.
May 6 2008 01:32PM
John Clayton, of ESPN.com, reports San Diego Chargers QB Philip Rivers (knee) is ahead of schedule in his recovery from knee reconstruction surgery. Rivers appears to be on schedule to fully take part in training camp.
