Colts announce re-signing of longtime punter Rigoberto Sanchez to contract extension

TRENDINGFantasy Football Draft KitNFL preseason Week 3 stakesNCAAF: Opening week's bestChampions League drawLLWS scores, scheduleStory byStory byColts announce re-signing of longtime punter Rigoberto Sanchez to contract extension INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 28: Rigoberto Sanchez #8 of the Indianapolis Colts looks on from the field during an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Lucas Oil Stadium on December 28, 2025 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images) | Getty Images Luke SchultheisThu, August 27, 2026 at 8:33 PM UTC·2 min readAbout Our AdsRecommended StoriesColts given 8/10 'panic' rating entering 2026 seasonBleacher Report gave the Colts an 8/10 panic rating entering 2026, citing five straight missed playoffs and pressure on Steichen and Daniel Jones.Colts WireColts activate receiver Alec Pierce from PUP listThe Indianapolis Colts announced they've removed receiver Alec Pierce from the active/physically unable to perform list.The EnquirerAdvertisementAdvertisementColts Take Major Decision on Alec Pierce Just Months After Massive $114 Million DealFor the past 5 months, Indianapolis Colts’ WR Alec Pierce has had to give up his helmet for a front-row observer’s seat as he spent spring practices and training camp standing directly behind the QBs to keep his mind sharp. The frustrating waiting game might’ve started in 2026; however, the onset began with a lingering ankle issue from late 2024.EssentiallySportsColts reportedly make huge Alec Pierce roster move amid injury recoveryThis is some great news for the Colts and Alec Pierce heading into the season.The Sporting NewsColts news: What Alec Pierce is doing in practice after coming off PUP listAlec Pierce got paid handsomely in the offseason. The Indianapolis Colts gave their receiver a four-year, $114 million deal, making him the 13th highest-paid receiver in the NFL based on total contract value. However, ankle surgery in March has had Pierce sidelined during training camp. The Colts just activated their prized possession from the PUP […] The post Colts news: What Alec Pierce is doing in practice after coming off PUP list appeared first on ClutchPoints.ClutchPointsColts Activate Alec Pierce from PUP, Practices for First Time in 2026The Indianapolis Colts have activated wide receiver Alec Pierce from the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list, allowing him to return to practice for the first time in 2026.Roundtable SportsColts activate Alec Pierce off PUP listAlec Pierce is back at practice, giving the Colts a needed boost before their Week 1 opener.SB NationColts' cornerback unit receives top 10 ranking entering 2026 seasonIn ESPN's most recent positional rankings, the Indianapolis Colts cornerback room, led by All-Pro Sauce Gardner, ranked No. 8 in the NFL.Colts WireColts activate top receiver Alec Pierce from physically unable to perform list after ankle surgeryThe Indianapolis Colts activated receiver Alec Pierce from the physically unable to perform list Thursday, two days before their final preseason game against the Detroit Lions. 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Due to injuries, Blackmon led the position in snaps last season despite starting only 11 games. He totaled 64 tackles, two tackles for loss, one sack, two interceptions, and seven pass deflections across 17 […] The post Indianapolis Colts: Move on from CB Who Led Group in Snaps in 2025 appeared first on Gridiron Heroics.Gridiron HeroicsFinal Colts 53-Man Roster Prediction Ahead of Preseason FinaleBefore the Indianapolis Colts conclude their preseason on Saturday, here's a prediction of their 53-man roster for the regular season.Roundtable SportsColts news: Josh Downs shrugs off Keenan Allen’s impact on his targetsJosh Downs is not sweating the addition of Keenan Allen to the Indianapolis Colts’ wide receiver room . Allen, who is coming off a short comeback stint with the Los Angeles Chargers, arrives in Indianapolis on a one-year, $3.32 million contract. 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