Former NFL quarterback and devout Christian celebrates the arrival of his 10th child, emphasizing the role of faith in his life
Retired NFL Quarterback Philip Rivers Welcomes Tenth Child
Retired NFL quarterback Philip Rivers and his wife are celebrating the miracle of life once again — for a tenth time, actually.
The 8-time pro-bowl pick and his wife Tiffany welcomed baby number ten, a son named Andrew Joseph Rivers, earlier this month.
“It’s awesome. Tiffany is awesome,” Rivers told AL.com. “It doesn’t matter if it’s the first child or the 10th child. It’s an awesome miracle every time. Everyone is home now, and everyone is good.”
Rivers, a practicing Catholic, said both his mother and father come from large families. “We thought we would be the third generation of nine, but we decided to go double digits – or I should say we didn’t decide it. God decided,” the former QB said.
Since retiring from the NFL in 2021, Rivers has taken on the role as a high school football coach, following in the footsteps of his own father. One of Rivers’ sons, Gunner, is just a freshman, but the starting QB at the school, St. Michael Catholic High.
Baby Andrew waited until the team’s off week to be born, Rivers quipped.
“We pulled into Volanta Park about 6 p.m. and Tiff called and said things were picking up,” he recalled, referring to a game. “I’m like, ‘You’ve got to be kidding.’ About 6:50, she called and said everything was good, and we got through the game.”
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“We are thankful and blessed,” he said. “I’m thankful it happened during our off week. I guess [Andrew] knew we had to get past T.R. Miller.”
Rivers is loving coaching high school ball, saying during the interview that he has no plans on leaving for a higher level.
“I think I would have gone right into it had that been what I wanted to do. But really, I’ve longed to coach my boys and these other 15-18 year-old boys since I was 25,” he said. “I’m good right here.”
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Though, playing in the NFL was his “childhood dream,” the QB said in his retirement speech, which notably referenced his Christian faith and God.
“Every year, January 20th is a special and emotional day. It is St. Sebastian’s Feast day, the day I played in the AFC championship without an ACL, and now the day that after 17 seasons, I’m announcing my retirement from the National Football League,” the athlete said at the time. “Thank you, God, for allowing me to live out my childhood dream of playing quarterback in the NFL.”
Rivers spoke openly about his faith during his NFL career. In 2017, for example, he discussed how he made his faith his “own” when he went away to college.
“My faith has always been very important to me,” he said. “When I went to college is really when it became my own. I had to get up out of that dorm room and go to church, go to mass on Sunday. That’s when I took ownership of my faith.”
“I think that the center of our marriage and the foundation of our relationship was on Jesus,” Rivers continued. “That is why it’s worked to this point.”
“I hope that God has used me to touch one of you in your faith journey with Jesus,” he added.
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How does Rivers manage to balance his busy schedule as a high school football coach and raising a large family of ten children?
Interviews, “I love it. I enjoy the relationships and watching them grow and improve. I learn more from them than they learn from me, probably.” He also mentioned how rewarding it is to see his son Gunner thrive as the starting quarterback.
With the addition of baby Andrew, Rivers and his wife now have a bustling household of ten children. When asked about how they manage, Rivers replied, “It’s definitely a busy and chaotic household, but we wouldn’t have it any other way. We have a great support system with our family and friends, and we rely on each other to make it work.”
Rivers’ faith plays a significant role in his life, and he attributes his growing family to God’s plan. ”We never planned on having ten children, but we believe that God has a plan for each and every one of them. It’s a blessing to be able to bring new life into the world and raise them in a loving and nurturing environment.”
Despite his retirement from the NFL, Rivers hasn’t slowed down. He has transitioned into coaching high school football, following in his father’s footsteps. This new chapter in his life allows him to continue his passion for the sport and pass on his knowledge and experience to young athletes. Rivers shared, “Coaching has been a fulfilling experience for me. I love being able to teach the game and mentor these young players. It’s a way for me to stay connected to football and give back to the community.”
With his busy schedule, including coaching and raising a large family, Rivers remains grateful for the opportunities he has been given. He expressed his appreciation for the support from his wife, Tiffany, and their children, stating, “I couldn’t do it without them. They are my biggest cheerleaders and keep me grounded. Family is the most important thing to me, and I am lucky to have such an amazing one.”
As Rivers embarks on this new chapter in his life, he continues to embrace the joys and challenges that come with a growing family. Baby Andrew’s arrival serves as a reminder of the miracles that can occur, and Rivers is grateful for each and every one of his children. With his dedication to his family, faith, and coaching, Philip Rivers exemplifies the values of perseverance, love, and gratitude both on and off the football field.
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