'He's part of our DNA': NC State names former Wolfpack quarterback Philip Rivers as head coach
NC State University has appointed former star quarterback Philip Rivers as its new head football coach. Rivers signed a five-year contract to lead the program following the firing of long-time coach Dave Doeren.
Why it matters
The hiring of a legendary former player as head coach is a significant cultural move for a major collegiate athletic program aiming to revitalize its team identity.
RALEIGH — NC State has turned to one of the program’s best and most beloved players to lead its football team.
NC State officially named former quarterback Philip Rivers as its head coach Friday after his contract was approved by the university’s Board of Trustees.
Rivers will be officially introduced at a news conference Monday afternoon. He signed a five-year deal starting at $3.25 million annually with yearly escalators of $200,000, according to the contract obtained by WRAL.
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