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 .25 million via the extension, including million in guaranteed money, according to ESPN.
Hekker will earn .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
