Reaction from a former Colts coach and players, his former teammates on the Chargers, former NFL quarterbacks and even those from outside football.

Sunday was his first time being active since entering the NFL, just six days shy of a complete calendar year since sustaining the injury. He got to take the field for an elite defense, alongside all-pro caliber linemates like Leonard Williams and Byron Murphy, for a team that is in a fight for the top seed in the NFC.

Philip Rivers was emotional as he spoke to reporters about his return to the NFL at 44 years old, telling media he's 'just thankful' for the opportunity on Sunday, Dec. 14.

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

CBS Sports NFL insider Jonathan Jones recently provided some insight into that question, along with what he is hearing. Jonathan Jones says that Indianapolis will "surely want Jones back," but the two sides agreeing to contract terms is going to be the challenge, given Jones' Achilles injury.

Since last playing, Philip Rivers has had another child — he has 10 now — and one of his daughters has given birth.