With the 2021 NFL campaign about to kick off, Judy Battista identifies 56 things to watch en route to Super Bowl LVI. What can we expect from the first 17-game regular season? Which showdowns will be must-see TV?

Roughly seven months after announcing his retirement following 17 pro seasons, Philip Rivers said he hasn't closed the door on a comeback late in the 2021 season. 

Can Frank Reich help Carson Wentz regain his MVP-caliber form? And will the Colts find postseason success? Adam Rank explores the state of the franchise ahead of the 2021 season.

Trevor Lawrence chose to wear No. 16 at Clemson because of aspirations to become the next Peyton Manning, but scouts agree that Andrew Luck -- the last generational quarterback to enter the draft -- is a more accurate comparison

NFL.com editors evaluated every quarterback who started a game (including the playoffs) during the 2020 NFL season to create a complete ranking from 1 to 59. Did winning Super Bowl LV give Tom Brady enough juice to knock MVP Aaron Rodgers from the top spot?

Will Lamar Jackson's Ravens or Josh Allen's Bills make it to Super Bowl LVI? Gregg Rosenthal zeroes in on what each AFC team must do to replace the Chiefs atop the conference in 2021.

In this edition of the Scout's Notebook, Bucky Brooks explores a potential rift between Jared Goff and Sean McVay. Plus, who'll replace Philip Rivers as Colts QB? And can Dwayne Haskins get his career back on track in Pittsburgh?

With Philip Rivers retiring, Jim Trotter considers the quarterback's outsized personality -- and inconsistent performance in big moments.

Philip Rivers, who was drafted in 2004, left his mark in more ways than one on the league and the many players with whom he played in San Diego, Los Angeles and Indianapolis and against whom he sparred.

Philip Rivers is calling it quits after 17 seasons in the pros. The Indianapolis Colts quarterback told The San Diego Union-Tribune's Kevin Acee on Tuesday night that he is retiring.

The NFL's first ever Super Wild Card Weekend was true to its name: super and wild. Who were the biggest winners? The unequivocal losers? Adam Schein provides the answers in this edition of the Schein Nine.

The Bills enjoyed a reversal of postseason fortunes on Saturday, but did the win over the Colts also highlight some concerns for the AFC East champs? Judy Battista examines a long-awaited moment in Buffalo.

Following a heartbreaking playoff loss to the Bills, Colts QB Philip Rivers made no announcements on his future, though returning to Indianapolis or to coach high school football in Alabama were options he offered up. 

NFL.com editors rank the 14 starting quarterbacks in the playoffs based on who they trust most. Is MVP front-runner Aaron Rodgers the most dependable passer in the 2020 postseason?

The Super Wild Card Weekend kicks off with an AFC showdown between quarterback Philip Rivers and the No. 7 seed Indianapolis Colts and QB Josh Allen and the host No. 2 seed Buffalo Bills. 

Bucky Brooks grades each coach-QB combo in the 2020 NFL playoffs. Where do Pete Carroll and Russell Wilson rank? Plus, a look at QB prospect Justin Fields.

Philip Rivers admitted this week that Sunday could be the end of his playing career if the Colts are walled out of the postseason. If Rivers doesn't return to Indy, Carson Wentz could be traded out of Philadelphia.

The final chapters of the Indianapolis Colts' 2020 season are not yet written, but veteran receiver T.Y. Hilton is already hoping he and Philip Rivers get a chance to pen a sequel in 2021.

Was Aaron Rodgers' Week 16 performance enough to oust Patrick Mahomes from No. 1? How far did Kyler Murray fall after struggling last Sunday? NFL.com editors evaluate the QB rankings heading into the final week of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Adam Rank breaks down which quarterbacks you should start and which ones you should sit for Week 17 of the 2020 NFL fantasy football season.

Will Ryan Tannehill outplay Aaron Rodgers on Sunday night? Can Philip Rivers and the Colts hand Pittsburgh its fourth straight loss? NFL Network analysts make bold predictions for Week 16 of the 2020 NFL season.

Is Jalen Hurts already a top-20 quarterback? Has Mitch Trubisky truly turned a corner in his NFL career? NFL.com editors assess the QB hierarchy heading into Week 16 of the 2020 NFL season.

Adam Rank breaks down which quarterbacks you should start and which ones you should sit for Week 16 of the 2020 NFL fantasy football season.

Will Carson Wentz be playing for someone other than the Eagles in 2021? Gregg Rosenthal eyes available names and needy teams in the upcoming QB market.

Who are the true Super Bowl contenders? With the 2020 NFL regular season winding down, Adam Schein ranks the nine teams most likely to hoist the Lombardi Trophy on the evening of Feb. 7 in Tampa, Florida.

NFL Network's Mike Garafolo says that the idea of recently retired quarterback Philip Rivers re-joining the Indianapolis Colts 'is being explored' right now with the news that Colts quarterback Carson Wentz has been on the reserve/COVID-19 list.

Ahead of their Week 9 matchup, watch highlights from the Indianapolis Colts dominant win over the New York Jets in Week 3 of the 2020 season.

Relive the top moments from every team's top quarterback play from the 2020 NFL season.

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler compares playing with quarterbacks Philip Rivers and Justin Herbert.

Former NFL safety Antoine Bethea joins the "Huddle & Flow" podcast to talk about QB Philip Rivers' career.

Check out the best mic'd up moments throughout the former quarterback Philip Rivers' career.

Check out the 10 greatest moments from Philip Rivers' spectacular career.

NFL Network's DeAngelo Hall shares what it was like to play against quarterback Philip Rivers.

Former Los Angeles Chargers tight end Antonio Gates recalls his favorite quarterback Philip Rivers memory.

NFL Network's Kurt Warner discusses playing against Colts quarterback Philip Rivers.

NFL Network's LaDainian Tomlinson shares fondest memories of playing with quarterback Philip Rivers.

Philip Rivers continues a coaching tradition that was passed down to him by his father, who coached his high school football team, by leading his sons' football team, something he'd like to continue to pursue after his playing career is done.

The "Good Morning Football" crew discusses Philip Rivers' character and career after 17 seasons in the NFL.

NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports Indianapolis Colts and former Los Angeles Chargers QB Philip Rivers has announced his retirement after 17 seasons in the NFL.

The "Good Morning Football" crew reacts to Indianapolis Colts QB Philip Rivers' decision to retire.

Check out the Top 5 longest throws (by air distance) from Super Wild Card Weekend, according to Next Gen Stats.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers emotional as he ponders retirement.

Watch some of Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers' best throws from his 2-touchdown game against the Buffalo Bills on Super Wild Card Weekend.

Watch highlights from the Super Wild Card Weekend matchup between the Indianapolis Colts and the Buffalo Bills.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers' fourth-down pass beats outstretched defender to sliding wide receiver Zach Pascal.

Doyle rules! Indianapolis Colts tight end Jack Doyle hauls in open 27-yard touchdown and two-point grab.

Indianapolis Colts' mesh call frees up wide receiver Zach Pascal for untouched touchdown catch.

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers hits wide receiver T.Y. Hilton on free play for 23-yard pickup.

Rapoport: Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers' decision on future could come in weeks after playoffs.

PFF's George Chahrouri previews key players ahead of Super Wild Card Weekend.