The recently vacated NC State head coaching job has generated a lot of buzz, with one name rising to the top of the list.

Dec 22, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Philip Rivers (17) looks on in the second quarter of the game against the San Francisco 49ers at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images | IMAGN IMAGES via Reuters Connect

We recently unveiled our list of five potential candidates for NC State's head coaching position.

However, former Wolfpack great Philip Rivers is someone most State fans would welcome back to Raleigh with open arms.

We take a look at what a potential hiring of Philip Rivers means for the NC State program

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