Indianapolis Colts punter Rigoberto Sanchez revealed on Instagram that doctors found a cancerous tumor that will require surgery. Sanchez is expected to undergo the procedure on Tuesday.
Head coach Frank Reich told reporters after Sunday’s loss against the Titans that Sanchez was dealing with a physical issue that required further medical evaluation. It led to the team keeping him from performing his typical kickoff duties.
Sanchez revealed Monday morning that the doctors found the tumor before it spread to the rest of his body.
“Yeah, Rigo (Rigoberto Sanchez) is dealing with a physical issue that we have to get further evaluated,” said Reich after the game. “Rod (Rodrigo Blankenship) did a nice job stepping up. I give Rigo a lot of credit for the way he punted today and for really coming through for us when we needed him the way that he did. Then Rod, when Rigo wasn’t able to kickoff, Rod stepped in there and did a great job.”
It is apparent that the Colts will be without their punter, but that is the least of the worries right now. Getting him healthy after this surgery will be the top priority.
We wish Sanchez a healthy and speedy recovery.
