Social media users have been sharing alarming reports alleging that former NFL quarterback Philip Rivers and his daughter Caroline Rivers were involved in a deadly plane crash in Louisville, Kentucky. However, authorities and verified news outlets have confirmed that no such incident occurred, and the story circulating online is entirely false.
The claim originated from a website known for publishing fabricated celebrity death stories. The article falsely linked Rivers and NFL veteran Patrick Peterson to a supposed UPS cargo plane crash near a Kentucky truck stop. Louisville Metro Police and the Federal Aviation Administration both confirmed that no such crash or emergency involving a UPS MD-11 cargo aircraft took place.
As of Wednesday afternoon, Philip Rivers is alive and well, and no member of the Rivers family has been reported injured or involved in any accident.
The Los Angeles Chargers and the NFL have not issued any statements regarding the claim — a strong indication that it holds no credibility.
This hoax follows a pattern of fake death stories that exploit well-known athletes and public figures to drive web traffic. Officials and media watchdogs are urging readers to verify information through credible outlets before sharing.
Fans are encouraged to follow updates directly from official team pages, reliable news organizations, or verified social media accounts of public figures.