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Gunner Rivers, Son of Philip Rivers, Commits to NC State Football
Gunner Rivers, a top-50 national recruit, committed to NC State where his father is a legend; he threw 2,813 yards and 44 touchdowns last season, coach Doeren offered early in 2024.
- Gunner Rivers committed to NC State on Monday, February 23, 2026, announcing his pledge via his high school's social post and choosing the Wolfpack over Auburn, Boston College, Miami, and South Carolina.
- Dave Doeren, NC State head coach, offered Rivers a scholarship in May 2024, and Rivers visited campus after the 42-19 win over North Carolina, maintaining ties nearly a year before National Signing Day.
- 247Sports ranks Gunner Rivers as a four-star recruit, the 42nd prospect and sixth-best QB in 2027; he is listed at 6-foot-3.5 and 205 pounds and threw for 2,813 yards with 44 TDs as a junior.
- Rivers won't suit up until 2027 but could contend for the starting job as a true freshman, while CJ Bailey’s possible NFL departure might open immediate opportunities.
- The elder Rivers, an eight-time Pro Bowler, returned to start for the Colts in 2025, highlighting the timing of Gunner Rivers' commitment to NC State.
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Gunner Rivers’ Commitment Brings Massive Impact to NC State Drowning in Eight-Figure Debt
For an NC State program staring down an eight-figure debt, a legendary family name is providing a lifeline that goes far beyond the gridiron. Fairhope St. Michael Catholic’s four-star quarterback, Gunner Rivers, committed to the Wolfpack, following in his father, former NFL star Philip Rivers’, footsteps. His commitment brings a massive opportunity for NC State, as it’s helping them attract top players from the 2027 class. This marks one of the …
QB Gunner Rivers, Philip’s son, commits to NC State
Quarterback Gunner Rivers, a highly regarded prospect in the high school Class of 2027, will follow the path of his father, Philip, and play for North Carolina State.A consensus four-star prospect, Gunner Rivers is ranked by Rivals as the No. 12 quarterback in his class and by ESPN as the No. 11 pocket passer. Both sites have him among the 150 best prospects in the Class of 2027.Gunner Rivers is entering his senior season at St. Michael Catholic…
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