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#8 Punter

Rigoberto Sanchez

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Indianapolis Colts
Height / Weight
6'0" / 195 lbs
Born
September 08, 1994 (31)
College
NFL Draft
2017: Undrafted
NFL Career
10th Season
SEASON STATS 2025
PUNTS
44
AVG
48.8
-0.9
LNG
59
-6.0
IN20
22
PLAYER INFO
Full Name: Rigoberto Sanchez

Background and Early Career

Rigoberto Sanchez was born on September 8, 1994, in Chico, California. Standing at 6 feet tall and weighing 195 pounds, Sanchez began his football journey at Hamilton Union High School before playing college football at the University of Hawaii. His impressive performance as a punter and kicker caught the attention of NFL scouts, leading to his entry into professional football.

Playing Style and Strengths

Sanchez is known for his strong leg and precision, making him a reliable punter for the Indianapolis Colts (10-7). His ability to place punts inside the 20-yard line is a testament to his accuracy and control. Sanchez's hang time and directional kicking are key components of his game, often giving his team a strategic advantage in field position.

Notable Achievements

Since joining the NFL, Rigoberto Sanchez has become a cornerstone of the Colts' special teams unit. Notably, he was named the AFC Special Teams Player of the Week in 2019 after a standout performance against the Kansas City Chiefs (14-2). His consistency and poise under pressure have made him one of the league's top punters.

Career stats
Season
Team
PUNTS
AVG
LNG
YDS
TB
TB%
IN20
IN20%
2025
44 48.8 59 2,146 3 6.82 22 50.00
2024
68 49.7 65 3,382 4 5.88 27 39.71
2023
68 48.2 69 3,281 0 0.00 21 30.88
2021
59 44.5 79 2,627 1 1.69 24 40.68
2020
42 46.2 60 1,940 4 9.52 18 42.86
2019
59 44.4 60 2,619 1 1.69 22 37.29
2018
57 46.1 63 2,629 5 8.77 24 42.11
2017
84 44.8 61 3,764 3 3.57 28 33.33

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