January 26, 2026

Philip Rivers withdraws from Bills head-coaching search: reports

Former NFL star Philip Rivers reportedly withdrew his name from the Buffalo Bills' head-coaching search on Monday after earning high marks for his interview.

Philip Rivers withdraws from Bills head-coaching search: reports

TL;DR

  • Philip Rivers withdrew his candidacy for the Buffalo Bills head coaching job.
  • Rivers had interviewed for the position and reportedly earned high marks.
  • He briefly returned to the NFL this season as a player for the Indianapolis Colts.
  • The Bills are seeking a replacement for recently fired head coach Sean McDermott.
  • Rivers' return to the field this season reset his Hall of Fame clock.