Indianapolis Colts' head coach Shane Steichen confirmed on Monday that Phillip Rivers will start in next week's game against the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night football. This announcement by Steichen doesn't come as a surprise. In Rivers' return to action against Seattle, he provided needed stability at the quarterback position.

You never know what might happen in an NFL season. And in many respects, Week 15 was microcosm for the entire 2025 campaign—because it was madness.

Though his Hall of Fame candidacy now has to wait, Rivers unlocked some important health benefits with his return.

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - DECEMBER 14: Philip Rivers #17 of the Indianapolis Colts and Sam Darnold #14 of the Seattle Seahawks meet on the field following the Seahawks 18-16 win at Lumen Field on December 14, 2025 in Seattle, Washington. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

The NFL playoff picture in Week 15 begins with an NFC South divisional game on Thursday night.

Preview the Indianapolis Colts' NFL Week 15 matchup with the Seahawks and find out who is on the injury report.