Dec. 23 (UPI) -- Brock Purdy threw a career-high five scores to carry the San Francisco 49ers past the Indianapolis Colts, whose playoff hopes are now dwindling.

Pro Football Hall of Famer Steve Young has watched Philip Rivers play and is wondering if he could do some things on the field at the age of 64.

Steve Young said recently that despite his age and his time away from the game, if he had to get under center for an NFL team like Philip Rivers did, he could.

Philip Rivers sure looked like the Philip Rivers of old for a while – but it wasn’t enough.

Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers spoiled Philip Rivers' return to Indianapolis, as they took down the Colts to remain in contention for the top seed in the NFC.

Before Philip Rivers' first home game with the Colts following his stunning un-retirement at the age of 44, the father of 10 seemingly shared a tender moment with his loved ones.

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Brock Purdy threw a career-high five touchdown passes and Dee Winters returned an interception 74 yards for a score to lead the 49ers to a 48-27 win at Indianapolis.

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