Former Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Hunter Wohler is officially an NFL player as he signs his rookie contract with the Indianapolis Colts.
Hunter Wohler
Feb 28, 2025; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Wisconsin defensive back Hunter Wohler (DB55) participates in drills during the 2025 NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
Wohler was picked 237th overall although he was projected to be picked earlier given his impressive combine stint.
He is expected to have a different role with the team according to scout Tyler Hughes.
“With how much sub-package we’re in, in the NFL nowadays, that dime linebacker role is nice for him, but that’s not going to limit him to play strong safety or free safety,” he said.
“He has the frame to play all of them.”
Wohler knows what is capable of in defense as he anticipates bigger challenges. He credits his college team for that.
“My freshman year in college, early on in camp and the first couple of weeks of the season, I was lost, to be honest,” the rookie told reporters.
Hunter Wohler, Wisconsin Badgers
Sep 14, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers safety Hunter Wohler (24) during the game against the Alabama Crimson Tide at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
“It was a wake-up call, but having the coaches that I had, it forced me to grow my understanding of the game and my knowledge of defense.”
Wohler has been speaking highly of his time with the Badgers. In a March interview, he said the team are in a great place with Luke Fickell.
Hunter Wohler’s projected salary
Wohler is still fighting for a roster spot in their rookie mini camp. But if he does make it to the final team, he could earn around $4 million in four years with them.
OverTheCap.com estimated his probable earnings in a rookie contract using his position in the draft.
Hunter Wohler, Wisconsin Badgers football
Jul 23, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Wisconsin Badgers defensive back Hunter Wohler speaks to the media during the Big 10 football media day at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-USA TODAY Sports
It said that Wohler could earn $4.3 million in the first four years plus a $131,000 signing bonus.
It will be $840,000 in his first season. He will then see it grow to $1,005,000 the next year and $1,120,000 in by this third season. He could earn around $1.2 million in the final year of his rookie contract.
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