Sunday was his first time being active since entering the NFL, just six days shy of a complete calendar year since sustaining the injury. He got to take the field for an elite defense, alongside all-pro caliber linemates like Leonard Williams and Byron Murphy, for a team that is in a fight for the top seed in the NFC.

The Indianapolis Colts visit the Seattle Seahawks in NFL Week 15 action: Live updates, score, highlights, Philip Rivers stats.

A 44-year-old Philip Rivers almost pulled off an upset for the Indianapolis Colts in Sunday's loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

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

The Indianapolis Colts host the San Francisco 49ers on " Monday Night Football " in NFL Week 16 action. Both teams are watching injuries in the wake of Week 15 games.

The Indianapolis Colts competed, fought, and clawed to pull off the improbable against the Seattle Seahawks, but ultimately fell short, 18-16. After signing Philip Rivers to lead the squad, many believed this would be a disaster - I was essentially one of those people.