Philip Rivers, a 44-year-old quarterback who retired nearly five years ago, was signed to the main roster by the Indianapolis Colts on Saturday and could start Sunday against Seattle.

The Colts, who have lost two quarterbacks to injury this season, announced the move five days after Rivers worked out for them on his birthday. He was later signed to the practice squad.

Indianapolis (8-5) shares second with Houston in the AFC South, one game behind division-leader Jacksonville and just behind the Texans in the fight for a wildcard playoff berth.

The Colts, who began the season 7-1, have lost three consecutive games and are desperate at the quarterback spot with starter Daniel Jones suffering a torn Achilles tendon last Sunday to end his campaign.

Rookie backup Riley Leonard suffered a k

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