NFL: Colts called Philip Rivers, in Carson Wentz’s absence

The Indianapolis Colts head coach made no secret of contacting former team quarterback, now retired, Philip Rivers.

Frank Reich did indicate, however, that if ever Carson Wentz was unable to leave COVID-19 protocol for Sunday’s game against the Las Vegas Raiders, rookie Sam Ehlinger will be quarterback. .

Wentz was put on the COVID-19 list on Tuesday, but due to the new protocol, the length of absence is no longer a minimum of 10 days, but rather five, which would mean that with negative results, he could be in uniform.

Reich shared that he joined Rivers in the current situation, because despite being 40 years old, he led the Colts to an 11-5 record and a playoff appearance in 2020. Rivers has since taken his retired and coached the high school football team in Alabama.

“You know I’m close to him,” Reich said on Wednesday. We chat throughout the year. I spoke to him recently, he was on vacation with his family. I told him about our situation, but there is nothing to report and no comments to be made in the future on this matter. “

The Colts are fifth in the American Association with a 9-6 record.