Philip Rivers is currently with the Indianapolis Colts but has not been officially named the starter for this week’s game. The Colts have said the decision will depend on how practice goes and on Riley Leonard’s health status.

Current QB decision

Reports indicate the Colts view Rivers as a serious candidate to start against the Seahawks, especially after signing him and giving him a full practice week. However, head coach Shane Steichen has publicly kept the decision open, saying they will “see how the week goes” before naming a starter.

Factors affecting if he starts

Riley Leonard is recovering from a PCL injury and is expected to practice this week, and his progress will heavily influence whether Rivers starts. The team is also in a playoff push with Daniel Jones out for the season and Anthony Richardson on injured reserve, which increases the pressure to choose whichever quarterback looks most ready to win now, whether that is Rivers or Leonard.

Best interpretation right now

Given Rivers’ familiarity with Shane Steichen’s offense and the adjusted practice schedule to get him more work, several reports describe it as “possible” or that he has a real “chance” to start as soon as this Sunday. As of the latest updates, though, the situation is still officially “wait-and- see,” so it cannot be said with certainty yet that he will start.