River's Deal

Shortly after the New York Giants lock down quarterback Eli Manning, the San Diego Chargers think it is a good idea as well. Their quarterback Phillip Rivers has thrown for over 10,000 yards in the last three seasons. Coming off the best year of his career where he led the NFL in quarterback passer ratings at 105, and touchdowns with 34, Rivers receives a six year contract extension worth 92 million and 38 million guaranteed. It's a good thing that General Manager A.J. Smith listened to Team President Dan Spanos when he said, "Phillip has proven that he has all the necessary qualities to be a successful quarterback in the NFL." Rivers, now 27 was in the final year of his 40.5 million dollar rookie contract since 2004, and would have been an unrestricted free agent this up-coming spring. But now with the extension, all minds are on football and winning the Superbowl!