His coach described him as a “weapon” and NFL punter Michael Dickson has elevated himself among Australia’s highest-earning sportspeople after signing a monster $25m contract extension, declaring he’s “only half way” into his career.

The Seattle Seahawks have signed punter Michael Dickson to a four-year contract extension, securing him through the 2029 season.

The Seahawks on Tuesday agreed to a new four-year contract extension with Michael Dickson that will again make him the highest-paid punter in NFL history.