Philip Rivers' Son Gunner Injured in HSFB Season Opener, 4-Star QB is Committed to NC State

The son of former NFL quarterback Philip Rivers, Gunner, suffered a right knee injury during Saturday's matchup against Battle Ground Academy.

The younger Rivers, who plays quarterback for St. Michael, is a 4-star prospect and is committed to NC State.

Before the injury, he threw a touchdown pass:

The elder Rivers, who coaches St. Michael, said he didn't believe there was any structural damage to his son's knee and initially believed he would give it a go in the second half.

After attempting passes at halftime, however, he was shut down for the day and didn't return to the game.