Colts Sign LB Mathis to Extension
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Rob Carr/Getty Images(INDIANAPOLIS) — Linebacker Robert Mathis may be out for the season, but that didn’t stop the Indianapolis Colts from wanting to keep the five-time Pro Bowler around longer.
The 33-year-old Mathis signed a one-year contract extension with the Colts Tuesday that will keep him with the team through the 2016 season.
According to ESPN.com, Mathis can make up to $6 million in 2016.
Mathis was suspended the first four games of this season after violating the NFL’s performance-enhancing drug policy.
During his suspension, Mathis tore his Achilles tendon while working out on his own, causing him to be placed on the season-ending injured reserve.
Last season, Mathis played in all 16 games for the Colts, recording 59 tackles and 10 forced fumbles while leading the NFL in sacks with 19.5.
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