Rams sign P Hekker to extension
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The Los Angeles Rams and punter Johnny Hekker agreed on a one-year contract extension through the 2023 season, ESPN reported Saturday. Hekker will receive $4.25 million via the extension, including $3 million in guaranteed money, according to ESPN.
Hekker will earn $3.25 million in base salary this season. Hekker, a four-time Pro Bowl selection, has a 47.0 career average in 112 games over seven seasons. The average is second all-time behind Shane Lechler (47.6 from 2000-17).
The 29-year-old Hekker averaged 46.3 yards on 43 punts last season. The Rams often use the former high school quarterback on fake punts. He's 11-of-19 passing for 156 yards and one touchdown during his NFL career.
The Rams open the season Sunday at the Carolina Panthers. --Field Level Media
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