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Rivers Says He Will Play for Chargers

Posted Jan 19, 08 12:13 AM CST in Sports 

(Newser) – As far as Philip Rivers is concerned, he is the San Diego Chargers quarterback in Sunday's AFC championship game against the New England Patriots, reports the Associated Press. "The way I felt Monday morning, I didn't think I'd feel as good as I do right now," said Rivers. Coach Norv Turner, however, said Rivers is still doubtful - an official designation in the NFL that means there's only a 25% chance he'll play.

Rivers sprained his right knee in last week's playoff win over the Indianapolis Colts. Earlier yesterday, the San Diego Union-Tribune reported that Rivers' doubtful status was based on a partially torn ACL, as well as the sprained MCL. Billy Volek would play in his place. Meanwhile, star RB LaDainian Tomlinson is probably and TE Antonio Gates is doubtful.

Sources Associated Press, Union-Tribune (San Diego)

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San Diego Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers answers questions regarding the health of his knees and whether or not he will play in the upcoming AFC Championship football game against the New England...   (Associated Press)
San Diego Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers complains to officials as crowd noise increased in first quarter of an NFL football game against the Minnesota Vikings, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2007 in Minneapolis....   (Associated Press)
Minnesota Vikings linebacker E.J. Henderson (56) causes San Diego Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers (17) to fumble the ball during the third quarter of NFL football game action, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2007,...   (Associated Press)
Minnesota Vikings defensive end Brian Robison, left, pressures San Diego Chargers quarterback Phillip Rivers during the third quarter in an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 4, 2007 in Minneapolis. Minnesota...   (Associated Press)
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