Rivers understands comparison to Romo, doesn't envision TV career

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Philip Rivers is on the back end of his career, and has recently spent time contemplating his place in history.

Rivers is entering his 14th season and a new chapter in his career, working as a key transitory force between the team's move from San Diego to Los Angeles.

Tony Romo recently accepted a position with CBS, joining their broadcast team, and Rivers welcomes the comparison to his contemporary.

"We're not deaf or blind to those comparisons," Rivers said via ESPN's Eric D. Williams. "I've heard that many times over the years. I think from a statistical standpoint yes, and from the standpoint that neither one of us were able to - at least so far on my end - have gotten our teams to a championship.

"But both of us have been a part of a lot of good teams, and a lot of wins. And we both started the same year when we took over the reins. I see the similarities. I've always kind of respected Tony from afar."

Rivers also said it's unlikely that he'd join Romo in the television booth after he wraps up his own career.

"I don't know," Rivers said. "It's so funny because I enjoy talking football and doing all of that. I just don’t think I’ll ever go that route. Again, I'm never going to shut that door because you just don’t know if an opportunity like that ever comes up, but I feel like I need to be on the sidelines somewhere."