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Colts Lock in CJ Allen: $9.128M Rookie Contract

Indianapolis Colts News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

Published
May 12, 2026
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CJ Allen, the Indianapolis Colts second-round linebacker pick, has signed a four-year rookie contract worth $9.128 million, with $7.63 million guaranteed. His signing bonus of $3.099 million will be spread over the deal for cap purposes. Allens base salary starts at $885,000 in 2026, with guarantees covering the first three seasons. Cap hits will increase…

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CJ Allen, the Indianapolis Colts second-round linebacker pick, has signed a four-year rookie contract worth $9.128 million, with $7.63 million guaranteed. His signing bonus of $3.099 million will be spread over the deal for cap purposes. Allens base salary starts at $885,000 in 2026, with guarantees covering the first three seasons. Cap hits will increase, starting at $1.659 million in 2026. Coaches expect him to start as a rookie, potentially wearing the green dot for play-calling. Allen, a fir

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