Colby Wadman


Colby Wadman is an American professional football punter for the Birmingham Stallions of the United Football League. He played college football for the UC Davis Aggies.

Early life

Wadman attended and played high school football at Thousand Oaks High School.

College career

Wadman attended and played college football at the University of California, Davis.

Professional career

Oakland Raiders

On March 16, 2018, Wadman signed with the Oakland Raiders. He was waived on May 11.

Denver Broncos

On September 26, 2018, Wadman was signed to the practice squad of the Denver Broncos. He was promoted to the active roster 10 days later, following an injury to Marquette King. In Week 5 of the 2018 season, Wadman made his NFL debut and had eight punts for 329 net yards in the loss to the New York Jets. Overall, in the 2018 season, Wadman finished with 65 punts for 2,905 net yards for a 44.69 average.
On April 23, 2020, Wadman was waived by the Broncos.

San Francisco 49ers

On December 29, 2021, Wadman was signed to the San Francisco 49ers practice squad. He was released five days later.

Birmingham Stallions (first stint)

Wadman was selected by the Birmingham Stallions of the United States Football League in the 33rd round of the 2022 USFL draft. He re-signed with the team on July 20, 2023, but was released from his contract on August 7 to sign with an NFL team.

Washington Commanders

On August 8, 2023, Wadman signed with the Washington Commanders. He was released five days later.

Birmingham Stallions (second stint)

Wadman re-signed with the Stallions on September 25, 2023. He was released on April 30, 2024. He was re-signed on May 20, and again on August 16.