Philip Rivers’ first NFL game in five years was the adventure we all expected it to be.

Someone made a hilarious edit of every pass attempt from Philip Rivers in his highly anticipated return to the NFL on Sunday.

One day after the Indianapolis Colts lost Daniel Jones for the season with a torn Achilles, news broke that they were working out Philip Rivers in a desperate move. Rivers, 44, signed a contract and was named the starter for Week 15 against the Seattle Seahawks.

Rivers hadn’t played an NFL snap in nearly five years. With 10 kids and a grandchild, nobody really knew what to expect of Rivers. But the eight-time Pro Bowler gave his team a chance to win, throwing for 120 yards, a touchdown and one interception in a close 18-16 loss.

Justin Penik of the “Talkin’ Giants” podcast had some fun with the highlights of Rivers’ first NFL game as a grandfather. Penik made a video of every Rivers pass attempt, cutting off each clip right after he released the ball:

Rivers has always had a unique throwing motion. But it worked during his run with the San Diego/Los Angeles Chargers. And it worked for the Colts in 2020, when he led them to an 11-win season and playoff appearance.

Philip Rivers’ Return Is A Story Like No Other

Philip Rivers (Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images)
When Tom Brady came out of retirement in 2022, he had been inactive for 40 days. Brett Favre changed his mind over and over again before actually calling it quits in 2011. But Rivers coming back at the age of 44, five years after his last snap? It’s a story you really can’t make up.

Regardless of how Rivers finishes this season, he’s already a winner. Thanks to an agreement the league made with the NFLPA back in 2006, Philip Rivers and his 10 children are eligible for up to five years of health insurance coverage from the NFL.

ESPN’s computer model gives the Colts just a 12 percent chance of making the playoffs. What a story it would be if Rivers got them back in.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.