Colts sign linebacker Bryce Boettcher to rookie contract
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 3:34 PM
Last updated Jun 3, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts have signed linebacker Bryce Boettcher to a four-year rookie deal. The contract totals $5.169 million, averaging $1.292 million annually, with a signing bonus of $789,036. Boettcher's base salary begins at $885,000 in 2026 and rises to $1.280 million by 2029. His salary cap hits will be prorated over the contract's length. The Colts see Boettcher bolstering their linebacker depth, potentially competing for the WILL linebacker role, and contributing to special teams.
- •Boettcher's contract has a signing bonus of $789,036.
- •Base salary increases from $885,000 in 2026 to $1.280 million in 2029.
- •Salary cap hits are $1.082M in 2026 and increase each year.
- •Boettcher expected to compete at linebacker and contribute on special teams.
- •Colts view Boettcher as a versatile player for MIKE and WILL positions.
- 3:34 PMYahoo Sports — Salary cap hits by year, contract details for Colts Bryce Boettcher
"Colts LB Bryce Boettcher signed his rookie deal and OTC has the cap hits and contract details.
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