Philip Rivers’ Son, Gunner Rivers, Announces His Official College Commitment

This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.

Philip Rivers’ son, Gunner, has made a final decision on his college football future. The former Los Angeles Chargers quarterback coached Gunner in high school. He posted a solid junior season, going 208 of 290 for 2,813 yards and 44 touchdowns. He only threw five interceptions.

Gunner led St. Michael Catholic in Fairhope, Ala., to a 13-1 record and an appearance in the state title game under the leadership of his father. Rivers returned to the NFL to replace Daniel Jones on the Indianapolis Colts. He played three games, going 58 of 92 for 544 yards and four touchdowns with three interceptions.

With Philip Rivers officially retired, his son will start writing his story in college football. Gunner had multiple options to continue his football journey: Auburn, Georgia, Miami and Boston College had him on their radar.

Philip Rivers’ Son To Play For His Father’s Alma Mater

Despite being a sought-after prospect, Gunner Rivers made a final decision on his college football journey. He will play for his father’s alma mater, North Carolina State.

Gunner, the eldest Rivers son and fourth-oldest of the retired quarterback’s 12-child clan, has tallied 10,200 yards and 111 touchdowns during his high school career.

Gunner ranks as the nation’s No. 117 overall prospect and No. 12 quarterback, per Rivals. He will join Clinch County three-star safety Kamarion Johnson, Raleigh (N.C.) Cardinal Gibbons three-star tight end Griffin Cockerham and Southeast Raleigh three-star running back Christian Freeman on the Wolfpack.

Head coach Dave Doeren is on track to have a solid recruitment class to compete in the ACC.