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Reports: Commanders sign K Matt Gay, release Zane Gonzalez

The Washington Commanders are signing Matt Gay to a one-year deal and releasing fellow kicker Zane Gonzalez, multiple outlets reported Tuesday. Gay's contract is worth up to $5 million with $4.35 million guaranteed, the most guaranteed money in NFL history for a kicker on a one-year deal, per NFL Network.

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Commanders To Sign K Matt Gay, Release K Zane Gonzalez

Matt Gay‘s time as a free agent has not lasted long. The veteran kicker has agreed to a deal with the Commanders, per his agents (via Tom Pelissero of NFL Network).

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 29

Former Colts Kicker Signs with Contender

The Indianapolis Colts made a bold statement earlier this offseason by releasing veteran kicker Matt Gay in favor of Spencer Shrader. Gay, 31, spent two years in Indianapolis after signing a four-year, $22.5 million contract in 2023.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 29

Commanders Signing K Matt Gay To One-Year, $4.25M Deal

NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reports the Commanders are signing former Colts K Matt Gay to a one-year deal. Pelissero adds the deal is worth $4.25 million, fully guaranteed, which is the most fully guaranteed money for a kicker on a one-year deal in NFL history. In correspondence, Pelissero mentions the Commanders are releasing K Zane Gonzalez.

Indianapolis Colts News / Indianapolis Colts on SI / April 22

Colts' Chris Ballard Gives Info on Matt Gay Departure

The Indianapolis Colts had changes after signing cornerback Charvarius Ward and safety Camryn Bynum in the early stages of free agency. However, they also saw their roster morph after losing prominent names like center Ryan Kelly, guard Will Fries, defensive end Dayo Odeyingbo, and linebacker E.J.