A committed son joins the chatter: former NFL QB Philip Rivers become serious option for NC State opening amid college football carousel
Rivers enters coaching discussion
Talk about Rivers and the NC State job grew in the days before athletic director Boo Corrigan decided to make a change. Doeren was fired last Saturday, creating the opening in Raleigh.
Rivers, a former NFL quarterback and NC State alumnus, addressed the speculation Friday night in comments to Ben Thomas. He said there was no current development involving the job.
Rivers responds to speculation
Rivers said he understood the chatter but was taking things one day at a time. He also said he was focused on the postseason with his current team. He added that he would not rule out the possibility in the future, but said nothing was imminent.
Son committed to Wolfpack
Rivers’ son Gunner has committed to NC State. He is expected to enroll next year as a freshman quarterback. The coaching opening comes amid discussion of a college football carousel. The article also notes that the College Football Playoff is set to grow from 12 teams to 24 next season.
Key points
- NC State fired head coach Dave Doeren last Saturday.
- Philip Rivers said there was nothing imminent regarding the opening.
- Rivers attended NC State, and his son Gunner is committed to the Wolfpack.
- The College Football Playoff is set to expand from 12 teams to 24 next season.