Philip Rivers' NC State Contract Announced, Initial Details Revealed After Accepting HC Job

Former star quarterback Philip Rivers is returning to his alma mater in a new role.

NC State announced on Friday that it has hired Rivers as its next head coach on a five-year deal. He will be formally introduced in his new position at a private event on Monday.

This article will be updated soon to provide more information and analysis.

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