Indianapolis Colts extend punter Rigoberto Sanchez through the 2028 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 4:47 PM
Last updated Aug 31, 2026

The Indianapolis Colts signed punter Rigoberto Sanchez to a contract extension on August 31, 2026. This agreement adds two years to his existing deal, ensuring he remains with the team through the 2028 season. The extension carries $7.0 million in new money, with $2.5 million fully guaranteed and $3.5 million in total guarantees. Sanchez receives a fully guaranteed $2.5 million base salary for the 2026 season. The contract also includes a potential $1 million in per-game roster bonuses for the 2027 season. By average annual value, his $3.5 million salary ranks as the fifth-highest among NFL punters.
- •Rigoberto Sanchez signed a two-year contract extension with the Indianapolis Colts.
- •The extension runs through the 2028 season.
- •The deal includes $3.5 million in total guarantees.
- •His $3.5 million average annual salary is tied for fifth-most among NFL punters.
- 4:47 PMYahoo Sports — Contract details for Colts Rigoberto Sanchez after extension
"After the Colts signed P Rigoberto Sanchez to a contract extension, here are the contract details per OTC.
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