On Monday evening, the Los Angeles Chargers confirmed that quarterback Philip Rivers had entered the NFL’s concussion protocol. The Buffalo Bills travel to Los Angeles this Sunday in what is considered a must-win game to keep their playoff hopes alive.
The news came as a surprise as Rivers self-reported his condition to the team on Monday, as reported on Chargers.com. No specific play is noted for the concussion, which apparently occurred during Sunday’s 20-17 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Rivers is one of the most durable and dependable quarterbacks in the NFL, having started 185 consecutive games dating back to 2006.