The Indianapolis Colts announced a contract extension on Tuesday with left tackle Bernhard Raimann.
Terms were not disclosed, but NFL Network reported it was a four-year, $100 million deal with $60 million guaranteed.
“Bernhard has worked extremely hard, and this contract extension is a testament to his character, dedication and persistence,” general manager Chris Ballard said. “He exemplifies each of our team’s four pillars and is a leader in our locker room. I’m excited for him and his family on this well-deserved contract extension.”
Raimann is happy the contract extension was completed and that he can squarely focus on football.
“It’s just been great work with my agent and the Colts organization,” he said. “… We’ve always wanted to be here. It’s such a blessing to be here. We’re just excited to be with the Colts for four more years.”
Raimann, 27, has started 40 of his 45 games since joining the Colts as a third-round pick (No. 77 overall) in 2022.
He is one of four tackles with top-10 pass- and run-blocking grades from Pro Football Focus over the past two seasons, along with Jordan Mailata (Philadelphia Eagles), Trent Williams (San Francisco 49ers) and Terron Armstead (Miami Dolphins).
Raimann’s unique football journey includes growing up in Austria and starting his collegiate career as a tight end at Central Michigan.
With a $25 million average annual value, Raimann’s salary is tied for fifth among NFL left tackles with Laremy Tunsil of the Washington Commanders.
–Field Level Media
