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Colts actively engaged in Jonathan Taylor trade talks: Five teams reportedly interested in star running back
The Colts have already traded Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner
Why it's #1 Jonathan Taylor (top-50)
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- 3d Matt Maiocco (Bluesky) This interview took place hours before the DeForest Buckner trade, but 49ers GM John Lynch shares his thoughts about the first seven games and how exactly NFL trades go down. To watch: youtu.be/tocfrmhofnQ?...+1
- 3d CBS Sports NFL Headlines Colts actively engaged in Jonathan Taylor trade talks: Five teams reportedly interested in star running back
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We've heard this a lot when talking about the leadership of guys like Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner.
It's not that the Colts haven't had ANY players holding each other accountable; it's that they haven't had ENOUGH of them. · Quoting Stephen Holder: Actually: They just traded two of them.
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- 2d Jake Arthur (X) We've heard this a lot when talking about the leadership of guys like Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner. It's not that the Colts haven't had ANY players holding each other accountable; it's that they haven't had ENOUGH of them. · Quoting Stephen Holder: Actually: They just traded two of them.
- 2d Pro Football Talk Jaguars humiliate Colts in a 42-7 home win
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Pelissero: Colts have received strong trade interest in Quenton Nelson, DeForest Buckner ahead of trade deadline.
No player is expected to be off limits if they decide to sell. · Quoting NFL Daily News: Giants, Vikings could be suitors for Jonathan Taylor if he becomes available for trade, per @jjones9.bsky.social.
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- It looks like no Ashton Dulin (hamstring) or Jaylon Carlies (ribs) again today at #Colts practice. No DeForest Buckner, but he rests on Fridays.
- Colts CB Charvarius Ward Sr. (groin) is practicing again today. No WR Ashton Dulin (ankle) or DT DeForest Buckner, but Buckner rests on Fridays.
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Injuries have hit the 49ers hard along the DL this season, including Alfred Collins and CJ West on IR and Nick Bosa dealing with a calf injury.
Buckner is still getting after the QBs at age 32 and has 4.0 sacks this season. · Quoting Adam Schefter: Trade: Colts are sending three-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and @rapsheet. Now Buckner returns to San Francisco, fortifying the 49ers defensive line.
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- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) Not a single one of DeForest Buckner's fellow D-linemen with Indy this season ranked in the top half of pressures... Buckner was that DL's top threat. With 49ers: Buckner will line up around Nick Bosa, Osa, Gracen Hatlon, Romello Height, Keion, Mykel... You get the idea
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) The 49ers already have the NFL's #1-ranked run defense. But to push the overall unit into the top-5 for good, they need more pass rush without forcing Raheem Morris to blitz. Enter DeForest Buckner, and possibly more.
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) A story about how the Colts’ trades today of DeForest Buckner and Quenton Nelson signal that the franchise’s rebuild is underway, via @HolderStephen+2
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) The 49ers also re-signed Kevin Givens to their practice squad today, cutting Malik Turner (gunner for one game there) to make room. Small move, as Givens is mainly a vet who gives good guidance to young DTs in the locker room. But re-signing Givens does allow for another DeForest Buckner reunion: Givens was a rookie who debuted in the final game of 2019, so he was teammates with Buckner for No. 99's final 4 games with the 49ers. Full circle!
- Oct 27 Matt Maiocco (Bluesky) 49ers midseason trades under GM John Lynch '17: Jimmy Garoppolo '19: Emmanuel Sanders '20: Jordan Willis, *Kiko Alonso '21: Charles Omenihu '22: Christian McCaffrey '23: Chase Young, Randy Gregory '24: Khalil Davis '25: Keion White '26: DeForest Buckner *-never played for 49ers+1
- Oct 27 Stephen Holder (X) From ESPN Research: Teams trading multiple previous 1st team All-Pros in the same season (past 10 years): 2026 Colts: DT DeForest Buckner, G Quenton Nelson 2025 Jets: CB Sauce Gardner, DT Quinnen Williams 2019 Rams: CB Marcus Peters, CB Aqib Talib
- Oct 27 CBS Sports NFL Headlines DeForest Buckner trade grades: 49ers get reunion with three-time Pro Bowler, Colts work toward rebuild+2
- Oct 27 Dan Duggan (X) Least surprising trade of the season. Giants didn’t have a 2027 fourth-rounder to deal. There’s still another Colts DL, Grover Stewart, who could be moved… · Quoting Adam Schefter: Trade: Colts are sending three-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and @rapsheet. Now Buckner returns to San Francisco, fortifying the 49ers defensive line.
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) In 2020, the 49ers traded DeForest Buckner away one month before trading for Trent Williams. So those two stalwarts never got to be teammates — until now
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) John Lynch remains one of the NFL's most aggressive GM when it comes to trades. Just at the D-line position, the 49ers have traded for three high-impact players at fair prices over the last calendar year: Keion White (6th) Osa Odighizuwa (3rd) DeForest Buckner (4th)
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) Next to watch on the trade market... In 2018, the 49ers actually made the strongest offer for Khalil Mack, but the Raiders didn't want to do business with the 49ers so they traded Mack to the Bears. Mack would've become DeForest Buckner's teammate then. Perhaps he'll join him now
- Oct 27 Mike Chappell (X) Official. · Quoting Indianapolis Colts: We have acquired a 2027 fourth-round NFL Draft pick from the @49ers in exchange for DeForest Buckner.
- Oct 27 Mike Chappell (X) We have acquired a 2027 fourth-round NFL Draft pick from the @49ers in exchange for DeForest Buckner.+1
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) 🏈 49ers surpass Seahawks w/ key moves -Returned All-Pros from injury -Added Osa, impact draft | SEA lost K9 🏈 49ers flex new talent, exposed/beat SEA w/ run-game weakness 🏈 SEA trade for Quenton Nelson 🏈 49ers counter with DeForest Buckner 🏈 SEA @ SF 11/29 · Quoting David Lombardi: 🏈 49ers surpass Seahawks w/ key moves -SF returned All-Pros from injury -SF added Osa, instant-impact draft | SEA lost K9 🏈 49ers flex new talent, exposed SEA run-game weakness, win in PNW 🏈 SEA trade for Quenton Nelson 🏈 49ers counter with ________ 🏈 SEA @ SF 11/29
- Oct 27 Colts Team Site Colts acquire 2027 fourth-round pick in exchange for DT DeForest Buckner in trade with San Francisco 49ers+2
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) More about the Colts making another major move and trading DE DeForest Buckner to the 49ers, via @nwagoner+1
- Oct 27 Mike Garafolo (X) “According to ESPN research, the Niners have a pressure rate of 23% using four or fewer pass rushers, the second-worst mark in the NFL.” Deforest Buckner and his 4 sacks, which lead all #49ers players, will help crank up the pressure for DC Raheem Morris.
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) The 49ers answer the Seahawks’ splash with a trade for DeForest Buckner...
- Oct 27 Matt Lombardo (Bluesky) BREAKING NEWS: The Colts trade DeForest Buckner to the 49ers, and Indianapolis’ fire sale is officially on.
- Oct 27 John Shipley (X) The Colts were never — ever — going to trade DeForest Buckner to the #Jaguars. Let that one go, folks
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) The 49ers' 2020 trade of DeForest Buckner made a lot of sense from a salary-cap perspective — SF was essentially able to retain 3 players for the cost of one. But it hit fans and the franchise hard, especially since the SB hangover year followed. Over a half decade later, Buckner's return might bring satisfying full-circle closure to such a polarizing trade
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) How newly-acquired DT DeForest Buckner figures to look in a 49ers’ uniform+1
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) 49ers' D-line, the 5-man front possibilities are downright intimidating now... DE Nick Bosa DT DeForest Buckner DT Osa Odighizuwa DT/DE Keion White DE Mykel Williams DE Romello Height DT Gracen Halton DE Ogbo Okoronkwo DE Khalid Kareem DT Sebastian Valdez
- Oct 27 Omar Kelly (X) Colts right now · Quoting Ari Meirov: The #Colts are trading 3x Pro Bowl DT DeForest Buckner to the #49ers for a 4th-round pick. Buckner was drafted by the 49ers as a 1st-round pick in 2016 and is now going back to SF.
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) The Seahawks spent a 3rd and a 5th and got Quenton Nelson. The 49ers spent a 3rd and a 4th and got Osa Odighizuwa and DeForest Buckner. .... and this is why I said that trades can only be objectively evaluated in the big picture a couple hours ago
- Oct 27 Eric Branch (X) The last game DeForest Buckner played for the #49ers: Super Bowl LIV on Feb. 2, 2020. Today, the 49ers reunited with the All-Pro DT, making an all-in move in hopes Buckner can help guide them to Super Bowl LXI on Feb. 14, 2027.
- Oct 27 Matt Barrows (Bluesky) Six and a half years later, an admission: Yep, we probably should have kept DeForest Buckner ...
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) The 49ers and DeForest Buckner get their wish: Repost of @gkittle46
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) Had DeForest Buckner signed this off-season with another team, the highest compensatory draft pick that the Colts could have gotten was a 5th being that he is an 11-year NFL veteran. Rather than getting a 2028 5th, the Colts opted today for the 2027 4th.+1
- Oct 27 Jordan Schultz (X) Sources: The #Bears have had interest in trading for defensive help, including interest in DeForest Buckner, who wanted to be back in San Francisco. Chicago is still scouring the defensive market and they’ve been linked to Khalil Mack by rival teams. · Quoting Jordan Schultz: BREAKING: The #Colts are trading 3x Pro Bowl DT DeForest Buckner to the #49ers, per sources.
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (X) The 49ers and DeForest Buckner get their wish: · Quoting George Kittle: DEFOOOOO THE BOYS ARE BACK @DeForestBuckner @JuiceCheck44 @49ers
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (X) Another reminder: As the Colts continue trading players ahead of the NFL’s deadline, it’s worth noting: the New York Jets hold Indianapolis’ 2027 first-round draft pick. · Quoting Adam Schefter: Trade: Colts are sending three-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and @rapsheet. Now Buckner returns to San Francisco, fortifying the 49ers defensive line.
- Oct 27 Jeremy Fowler (X) Buckner desperately wanted to be part of a winner this year, now gets the chance - his original chance. · Quoting Adam Schefter: Trade: Colts are sending three-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and @rapsheet. Now Buckner returns to San Francisco, fortifying the 49ers defensive line.
- Oct 27 Albert Breer (X) From Indy’s perspective, this is a chance to give their next GM capital to build with for players that were probably gone anyway. Remember, they don’t have a first-round pick in 2027. · Quoting Albert Breer: The Colts are trading DT DeForest Buckner to the Niners for San Francisco’s slotted fourth-rounder. Niners give Kris Kocurek another weapon. Colts now have traded two mainstay 30-somethings in contract years, while adding a 3 and a 4 for next year, and a 5 in 2028.
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) The 49ers have now made two major moves to bolster their DT room, adding Osa Odighizuwa from the Cowboys this offseason and DeForest Buckner from the Colts today.+1
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) The 49ers expect to get Nick Bosa back in the near future from his calf injury. When he returns, he’ll reunite with DeForest Buckner, who was his teammate during Bosa’s rookie season in 2019.+1
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) DeForest Buckner was traded from SF to IND in 2020 for the No. 13 overall pick in the Draft. After 6+ seasons with Indianapolis, he’s now headed back to San Francisco.+1
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) Trade: Colts are sending three-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and @rapsheet. Now Buckner returns to San Francisco, fortifying the 49ers defensive line.+2
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) Comp update: 49ers are trading a 2027 fourth-round to the Colts for DeForest Buckner.+1
- Oct 27 Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) DeForest Buckner and Quenton Nelson now will go from being teammates and squaring off against each other in practice to playing against each other for NFC West rivals — Nelson for the Seahawks, Buckner for the 49ers.+1
- Oct 27 Eric Branch (X) #49ers reunite with defensive tackle DeForest Buckner in trade with Colts
- Oct 27 Mike Chappell (X) Not objective on this one. Buck has given his heart, soul and body to the Colts since 2020. He absolutely deserved to be traded to a contender. He's 32 and doesn't have a ton of playing time left. Good for Buck. · Quoting Mike Chappell: Colts sending DeForest Buckner back to San Francisco
- Oct 27 Albert Breer (X) The Colts are trading DT DeForest Buckner to the Niners for San Francisco’s slotted fourth-rounder. Niners give Kris Kocurek another weapon. Colts now have traded two mainstay 30-somethings in contract years, while adding a 3 and a 4 for next year, and a 5 in 2028.
- Oct 27 Jordan Schultz (X) WR-needy teams have called the #Colts on WR Josh Downs, according to several league sources. He’s a name that could be dealt as well. · Quoting Jordan Schultz: BREAKING: The #Colts are trading 3x Pro Bowl DT DeForest Buckner to the #49ers, per sources.
- Oct 27 Pat Leonard (X) Niners get Buckner · Quoting Tom Pelissero: Reunion! The Colts are trading three-time Pro Bowl DL DeForest Buckner to the 49ers for a 2027 fourth-round pick, sources tell @ringer @netflixsports. Buckner came to San Francisco as the No. 7 overall pick in the 2016. A decade later, he’s back.+3
- Oct 27 Mike Chappell (X) Colts sending DeForest Buckner back to San Francisco
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) The 49ers will owe DeForest Buckner $7.64 million for the rest of this season. So it's that + a 4th-round pick as the cost for this reunion. I was literally running these numbers on my calculator when news of the trade broke a few minutes ago
- Oct 27 ESPN NFL News Sources: Colts make second major trade, send DT Buckner to 49ers
- Oct 27 Andrew Krammer (Bluesky) Nelson for a 3rd/5th Buckner for a 4th... Vikings front office known to be looking for reinforcements before deadline but they watch two vets go to other NFC teams · Quoting NFL Daily News: BREAKING NEWS Pelissero: DeForest Buckner to be traded to the 49ers. 49ers get - DeForest Buckner Colts get - 2027 4th-round pick
- Oct 27 Jordan Schultz (X) The #Colts may not be done yet either… · Quoting Jordan Schultz: Sources: The #Colts are also actively shopping DT DeForest Buckner. I expect him to be moved soon if the right offer comes in.
- Oct 27 Daniel Popper (X) Two of the top 4 players on my trade deadline big board — Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner — have now been moved
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) As I was saying... · Quoting David Lombardi: As far an arms race goes, the 49ers can make it a literal one with Seattle by trading for a D-lineman who'll actually face Quenton Nelson in the trenches on Nov. 29. Imagine DeForest Buckner and Quenton Nelson going from being teammates in Indianapolis to clashing with the best teams in football at Levi's a month later
- Oct 27 Matt Maiocco (Bluesky) The 49ers have acquired DL DeForest Buckner in a trade from the Colts, source confirms, pending physical. I don’t have time to check who had it first, but it wasn’t me.+1
- Oct 27 Ian Rapoport (Bluesky) The long-anticipated trade finally happened, with a 2027 4th rounder going to the Colts. · Quoting Ian Rapoport: Trade: The Colts are trading 3-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and Adam Schefter. A reunion!! Now Buckner returns to SF, fortifying their defensive line.
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) Deforest Buckner is headed back home+1
- Oct 27 NFL Daily News (Bluesky) BREAKING NEWS Pelissero: DeForest Buckner to be traded to the 49ers. 49ers get - DeForest Buckner Colts get - 2027 4th-round pick
- Oct 27 Stephen Holder (X) Quoting Adam Schefter: Trade: Colts are sending three-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and @rapsheet. Now Buckner returns to San Francisco, fortifying the 49ers defensive line.+1
- Oct 27 Field Yates (X) Injuries have hit the 49ers hard along the DL this season, including Alfred Collins and CJ West on IR and Nick Bosa dealing with a calf injury. Buckner is still getting after the QBs at age 32 and has 4.0 sacks this season. · Quoting Adam Schefter: Trade: Colts are sending three-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and @rapsheet. Now Buckner returns to San Francisco, fortifying the 49ers defensive line.
- Oct 27 Omar Kelly (X) The #Colts are trading 3x Pro Bowl DT DeForest Buckner to the #49ers for a 4th-round pick. Buckner was drafted by the 49ers as a 1st-round pick in 2016 and is now going back to SF.+2
- Oct 27 NFL News Poster (Bluesky) [Pelissero] With the Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner trades, Colts have cleared over $17.7M in cash and salary cap space while adding 2 picks in 2027 (3rd and 4th rounders) and one in 2028 (5th). A significant day in what will be a major rebuild under a new GM in 2027 twitter.com/TomPelissero... · Quoting NFL News Poster: [Pelissero] Colts are trading three-time Pro Bowl DL DeForest Buckner to the 49ers for a 2027 fourth-round pick.
- Oct 27 Rich Cimini (X) The Jets own the Colts’ 2027 first-round pick, which seemingly is improving by the hour. · Quoting Adam Schefter: Trade: Colts are sending three-time Pro-Bowl DT DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers, the team that made him a 2016 first-round pick before dealing him to Indianapolis in 2020, per me and @rapsheet. Now Buckner returns to San Francisco, fortifying the 49ers defensive line.
- Oct 27 Jordan Schultz (X) Sources: The #Colts will receive a 4th-round pick in exchange for DeForest Buckner, per sources. · Quoting Jordan Schultz: BREAKING: The #Colts are trading 3x Pro Bowl DT DeForest Buckner to the #49ers, per sources.
- Oct 27 Erik Lambert (X) Called it · Quoting Jordan Schultz: BREAKING: The #Colts are trading 3x Pro Bowl DT DeForest Buckner to the #49ers, per sources.+1
- Oct 27 Zac Stevens (X) Gotta imagine Jonathan Taylor is REALLY available now. · Quoting Tom Pelissero: Reunion! The Colts are trading three-time Pro Bowl DL DeForest Buckner to the 49ers for a 2027 fourth-round pick, sources tell @ringer @netflixsports. Buckner came to San Francisco as the No. 7 overall pick in the 2016. A decade later, he’s back.
- Oct 27 Albert Breer (X) DT DeForest Buckner's the next obvious Colt to watch. Like Quenton Nelson, he's got a reasonable base salary (Nelson was $16M, Buckner's is $13M), and is in the last year of his deal—which will affect the return a bit. Buckner's 32, but is still a really good player.
- Oct 27 Stephen Holder (X) Important detail here from Adam on the compensatory pick formula as it relates to DeForest Buckner (who I also agree is next). · Quoting Pat McAfee: "I think the players that could be on the move for the Colts are DeForest Buckner, Josh Downs, and Grover Stewart.. DeForest Buckner is the one that I think will be dealt next" ~ @AdamSchefter #PMSLive
- Oct 27 David Lombardi (X) As far an arms race goes, the 49ers can make it a literal one with Seattle by trading for a D-lineman who'll actually face Quenton Nelson in the trenches on Nov. 29. Imagine DeForest Buckner and Quenton Nelson going from being teammates in Indianapolis to clashing with the best teams in football at Levi's a month later
- Oct 27 Stephen Holder (X) "I think the players that could be on the move for the Colts are DeForest Buckner, Josh Downs, and Grover Stewart.. DeForest Buckner is the one that I think will be dealt next" ~ @AdamSchefter #PMSLive
- Oct 27 Jordan Schultz (X) Sources: The #Colts are also actively shopping DT DeForest Buckner. I expect him to be moved soon if the right offer comes in. · Quoting Jordan Schultz: BREAKING: The #Colts are trading 6x All-Pro G Quenton Nelson to the #Seahawks, per sources.
- After offseason neck surgery. This is an All-Pro level start. · Quoting NFL Stats: DeForest Buckner's stats this season: • 24 tackles • 8 QB hits • 4 tackles for loss • 4 sacks • 2 passes defended • 1 fumble recovery #Colts
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DeForest Buckner's been rushing his ass off this year. That's 2.5 sacks now on the season.
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- Defense finally comes up with another big play as Laiatu Latu and Arden Key get to Lamar Jackson for a sack, he fumbles, and it's recovered by DeForest Buckner.
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- . @harrisonrich_: #49ers rookie Gracen Halton loses starting job but gains mentor in DeForest Buckner
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In the latest example of time healing wounds, DeForest Buckner fell to his knees after being traded to the team that broke his heart. #49ers
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- 17h CBS Sports NFL Headlines 2026 NFL trade deadline tracker: Latest deals, grades as Bears land Jeffery Simmons, Colts enter rebuild
- 18h Daniel Popper (X) One week until the trade deadline, and we have refreshed our list of 50 candidates. Trade Deadline Big Board 2.0 is live. Big Board 1.0 had Jeffery Simmons at No. 1, Quenton Nelson at No. 3 and DeForest Buckner at No. 4. Who will be traded next?
- 19h 49ers Team Site Morning Report: 49ers Roster Moves, DL DeForest Buckner Talks Return 🗞️
- 19h Eric Branch (X) In the latest example of time healing wounds, DeForest Buckner fell to his knees after being traded to the team that broke his heart. #49ers
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New/old 49ers D-lineman DeForest Buckner will wear No. 99. There’s no word, yet, on CJ West’s new number.
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- 1d Eric Branch (X) Jilted to joyous: How DeForest Buckner overcame 2020 hurt and pushed for a reunion #49ers+1
- 1d Matt Maiocco (Bluesky) CJ West to DeForest Buckner: “Hey, bro, 99 is yours.” West offered it up and didn’t ask for anything in return. Buckner says he’ll take care of him. To read+1
- 1d Matt Maiocco (Bluesky) CJ West is now No. 90. · Quoting Matt Maiocco: New/old 49ers D-lineman DeForest Buckner will wear No. 99. There’s no word, yet, on CJ West’s new number.+3
- Colts sign DT Kevin Givens off of 49ers practice squad
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Subtle phrasing, bro.
Had nothing to do with matching the offer.
Buckner wanted San Francisco. · Quoting Pro Football Rumors: The #Bears were not comfortable matching the #49ers' fourth-round offer for DeForest Buckner, so they decided to aim much higher. A Mike Borgonzi discussion with Robert Saleh and ownership sealed the Jeffery Simmons deal for the #Titans
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- 4d Patricia Traina (Bluesky) With Jeffrey Simmons and DeForest Buckner no longer available to trade for, here are two more DTs that the Giants can pivot to i---including one who won't cost them draft assets.
- 5d Erik Lambert (X) Subtle phrasing, bro. Had nothing to do with matching the offer. Buckner wanted San Francisco. · Quoting Pro Football Rumors: The #Bears were not comfortable matching the #49ers' fourth-round offer for DeForest Buckner, so they decided to aim much higher. A Mike Borgonzi discussion with Robert Saleh and ownership sealed the Jeffery Simmons deal for the #Titans
- The #Bears were not comfortable matching the #49ers' fourth-round offer for DeForest Buckner, so they decided to aim much higher. A Mike Borgonzi discussion with Robert Saleh and ownership sealed the Jeffery Simmons deal for the #Titans
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The Bears went hard at DeForest Buckner before he was traded to the 49ers. Now, they land Jeff Simmons, who is playing his best football. · Quoting Ian Rapoport: The Titans are sending Jeff Simmons to the Bears for a massive package to help Tennessee rebuilt. It’s two firsts at least.
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- 5d David Lombardi (X) John Lynch has traded a ton over his decade as the 49ers GM. His latest move, thanks to DeForest Buckner's eminently steady track record, safely lands in the coveted middle sliver
- 5d David Lombardi (X) “The Bears, according to multiple sources, made a push for DeForest Buckner as well, but didn’t feel comfortable with the draft capital Indy wanted.” Were the 49ers able to nab Buckner at a relative discount thanks to Indy doing right by a vet DT who wanted to go home? · Quoting Jordan Schultz: The BTS of how the Jeffery Simmons deal came together, according to multiple league sources. Having checked in with the Titans several times over the last couple weeks, the message was he’s not available. But this is a reminder, as one team said: “Everyone has a price.” The reality is that these two GMs — Mike Borgonzi and Ryan Poles — know each other from their days together in Kansas City. The Bears, according to multiple sources, made a push for DeForest Buckner as well, but didn’t feel comfortable with the draft capital Indy wanted. Instead, they then pivoted to arguably the best DT in football in Simmons, with the feeling that he changes the entire complexion of the defense and…
- 5d Adam Schefter (X) There now have been seven in-season trades. Since 2022, there have been an average of 17 trades per year from Oct. 1 up until the trade deadline. In each of the past two seasons, as it has become trendier to make blockbuster deals, there have been 18 trades from Oct. 1 up until the deadline. This year’s deadline is Tuesday Nov. 10. · Quoting Adam Schefter: NFL trades since Sept 28: 🏈DT Jeffery Simmons to the Bears 🏈DT DeForest Buckner to the 49ers 🏈G Quenton Nelson to the Seahawks 🏈WR Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Texans 🏈C Cam Jurgens to the Ravens 🏈CB Joey Porter Jr. to the Cowboys 🏈QB J.J. McCarthy to the Giants.
- 5d Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) NFL trades since Sept 28: 🏈DT Jeffery Simmons to the Bears 🏈DT DeForest Buckner to the 49ers 🏈G Quenton Nelson to the Seahawks 🏈WR Marvin Harrison Jr. to the Texans 🏈C Cam Jurgens to the Ravens 🏈CB Joey Porter Jr. to the Cowboys 🏈QB J.J. McCarthy to the Giants.+1
- 5d Jake Arthur (X) Indianapolis Colts' Grover Stewart Reacts to DeForest Buckner's Trade+1
- 5d Pro Football Talk 2026 NFL Trade Deadline live updates: Tracker, deals, news, rumors, analysis
- 5d Colts Team Site Colts RB Jonathan Taylor on trade rumors: 'I can't control that'
- 5d Jake Arthur (X) Indianapolis Colts' Jonathan Taylor Addresses Trade Rumors, Reacts to Quenton Nelson/DeForest Buckner Trades
- 5d Jordan Schultz (X) Great footage of college and now Bears’ teammates Jeffery Simmons and Montez Sweat explaining why they’re such n unstoppable duo. 😤 (🎥 @HailStateFB) · Quoting Jordan Schultz: The BTS of how the Jeffery Simmons deal came together, according to multiple league sources. Having checked in with the Titans several times over the last couple weeks, the message was he’s not available. But this is a reminder, as one team said: “Everyone has a price.” The reality is that these two GMs — Mike Borgonzi and Ryan Poles — know each other from their days together in Kansas City. The Bears, according to multiple sources, made a push for DeForest Buckner as well, but didn’t feel comfortable with the draft capital Indy wanted. Instead, they then pivoted to arguably the best DT in football in Simmons, with the feeling that he changes the entire complexion of the defense and makes them a bona fide Super Bowl threat. After hearing from as many as 3 other teams inquiring on…
- 5d Jordan Schultz (X) The BTS of how the Jeffery Simmons deal came together, according to multiple league sources. Having checked in with the Titans several times over the last couple weeks, the message was he’s not available. But this is a reminder, as one team said: “Everyone has a price.” The reality is that these two GMs — Mike Borgonzi and Ryan Poles — know each other from their days together in Kansas City. The Bears, according to multiple sources, made a push for DeForest Buckner as well, but didn’t feel comfortable with the draft capital Indy wanted. Instead, they then pivoted to arguably the best DT in football in Simmons, with the feeling that he changes the entire complexion of the defense and makes them a bona fide Super Bowl threat. After hearing from as many as 3 other teams inquiring on Simmons, the Titans simply felt that Chicago’s offer had reached a price where “we could not say no anymore.” That’s when this thing became serious, and that’s why it happened so quickly. · Quoting…
- 5d Ian Rapoport (Bluesky) The Bears went hard at DeForest Buckner before he was traded to the 49ers. Now, they land Jeff Simmons, who is playing his best football. · Quoting Ian Rapoport: The Titans are sending Jeff Simmons to the Bears for a massive package to help Tennessee rebuilt. It’s two firsts at least.
- 5d David Lombardi (X) I wrote about how DeForest Buckner’s return could turn the 49ers’ biggest weakness into a strength… with a lot of data
- 5d 49ers Team Site Morning Report: Welcome Back, DeForest Buckner 🗞️
- 5d Matt Barrows (Bluesky) 49ers mailbag: With DeForest Buckner in, who’s the odd man out on the D-line?
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To make room for DeForest Buckner, the 49ers cut CB Jack Jones. He was pulled late in Sunday's game for rookie Ephesians Prysock. The team also has Nate Hobbs on IR. Kyle Shanahan said Hobbs was "getting close" to returning when asked about him Oct. 5.
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- 6d Matt Barrows (Bluesky) To make room for DeForest Buckner, the 49ers cut CB Jack Jones. He was pulled late in Sunday's game for rookie Ephesians Prysock. The team also has Nate Hobbs on IR. Kyle Shanahan said Hobbs was "getting close" to returning when asked about him Oct. 5.+1
- 6d Adam Schefter (mirror, Bluesky) 49ers announced they officially have acquired DL DeForest Buckner from the Colts in exchange for the team’s 2027 fourth-round pick. In order to make room on the roster, the 49ers released CB Jack Jones.+1
- 6d Aaron Wilson (X) #49ers released Jack Jones after DeForest Buckner trade+4
- 6d Colts Team Site After trading DeForest Buckner, Quenton Nelson, Colts focus on controllable present, not uncontrollable future
- 6d Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' Adetomiwa Adebawore Reacts to DeForest Buckner Trade, Opportunity Ahead+1
- 6d Matt Lombardo (Bluesky) NEW at Between The Hashmarks: 🏈 Exec on Quenton Nelson’s Seahawks fit 🏈 NFL Coaches suggest DeForest Buckner is 49ers’ missing piece 🏈 Top trade candidates and best fits to watch. Check it out and subscribe!
- 6d Jake Arthur (X) Indianapolis Colts' Cam Bynum Reacts to DeForest Buckner/Quenton Nelson Trades+3
- 6d Pro Football Talk If Jonathan Taylor is available in trade, the Colts could hold him out of action on Sunday
- 6d Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' Sauce Gardner Addresses DeForest Buckner/Quenton Nelson Trades+5
- 6d Jeremy Fowler (X) Something to consider with Colts: They develop OL well and DT Adetomiwa Adebawore an ascending talent. Helps offset the losses of Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner, at least a little bit. Losing skill players a different story. Colts already thin in the passing game. But if the floodgates for the rebuild are open…
- 6d Pro Football Talk Report: Colts WR Josh Downs requests a trade
- 6d Pro Football Talk Liam Coen: Colts traded away two good players right before we play them, can't deny that
- 6d Jake Arthur (X) #Colts HC Shane Steichen opened up his presser, acknowledging the Quenton Nelson/DeForest Buckner trades: "I have the ultimate respect for those two guys.. They are the definition of the standard in what you want in a football player."
- 6d Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' Adetomiwa Adebawore Set for Breakout After DeForest Buckner Trade?+1
- 6d Matt Barrows (Bluesky) 49ers +/-: Adding DeForest Buckner ought to help Osa Odighizuwa, whose 345 snaps ranks 4th among DTs. (It also ought to help Buckner (353) who ranks 3rd.) TK and I discuss Tuesday's big trade ... youtu.be/8U1ht4mA08I?...
- 6d CBS Sports NFL Headlines Jonathan Taylor's wife speaks out on Colts trade rumors: 'My mind is spiraling'
- 6d The Leap As two potential trade targets come off the board, where can the Packers turn to bolster the roster?
- 6d David Lombardi (X) The Colts will be picking up about half of DeForest Buckner’s remaining 2026 salary, meaning the 49ers will only be on the hook for about $4 million · Quoting David Lombardi: The 49ers will owe DeForest Buckner $7.64 million for the rest of this season. So it's that + a 4th-round pick as the cost for this reunion. I was literally running these numbers on my calculator when news of the trade broke a few minutes ago
- 6d Rich Cimini (X) 👀 · Quoting Stephen Holder: From ESPN Research: Teams trading multiple previous 1st team All-Pros in the same season (past 10 years): 2026 Colts: DT DeForest Buckner, G Quenton Nelson 2025 Jets: CB Sauce Gardner, DT Quinnen Williams 2019 Rams: CB Marcus Peters, CB Aqib Talib
- DeForest Buckner: Headed back to San Francisco
- ⚠️ Schultz: 49ers, Bears have been connected to several defensive players in potential trades. Names include: Josh Sweat, Khalil Mack, DeForest Buckner among others.
- DeForest Buckner is "frustrated" with the Colts
- DeForest Buckner is (understandably) done. Asked for reaction to the Colts’ third straight loss, he said, “I don’t know. How ‘bout you guess. I’m frustrated.”
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One team that could decide to make a run at Colts DT DeForest Buckner is the San Francisco 49ers, a team the star defensive tackle played for from 2016 through 2019, according to league sources. · Quoting Adam Schefter: Sources: Colts face big decisions on star players as the NFL trade deadline looms, via @RapSheet and me.
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- Oct 25 NFL News Poster (Bluesky) [Schefter] One team that could decide to make a run at Colts DT DeForest Buckner is the San Francisco 49ers, a team the star defensive tackle played for from 2016 through 2019, according to league sources.+2
- Oct 25 Matt Maiocco (Bluesky) Rooting interest for the 49ers? The Colts play the Vikings at 10 a.m. If Colts owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon and interim GM Ed Dodds believe they have no hope, such Colts as DT DeForest Buckner and LG Quentin Nelson will be available as the NFL trading deadline of Nov. 10 approaches.+1
- Oct 25 ESPN NFL News Sources: Colts face big decisions on star players as trade deadline looms
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Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Addresses Trade Speculation, Chris Ballard's Firing
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- Oct 22 Mike Chappell (X) Colts’ DeForest Buckner: My main things are winning and being able to compete for a Super Bowl+1
- Oct 22 CBS Sports NFL Headlines DeForest Buckner landing spots: Where Colts Pro Bowl DT could go in wake of Chris Ballard's firing
- Oct 22 Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Addresses Trade Speculation, Chris Ballard's Firing+1
- Oct 22 Pro Football Talk DeForest Buckner on trade rumors: I'm just focused on the Vikings
- Oct 22 Mike Chappell (X) Buck is avoiding speculation about possible trade. But he emphasized he wants to play 'winning football. . . . I have no regrets coming to Indy.' · Quoting Mike Chappell: Colts DeForest Buckner.
- Oct 22 Jake Arthur (X) #Colts DT DeForest Buckner was asked if he wants to still be with the Colts in his situation, and he said, "Right now, I'm just focused on the Vikings."
- As fun as a bold move would be, I think he'll be hunting for a quality bargain. Look for players who likely require a 4th or 5th rounder. Khalil Mack, DeForest Buckner, and Zach Sieler are ones I'd watch. · Quoting Joe Tusio: @ErikLambert1 Who do you think is the most likely trade target for Poles?
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Deforest Buckner would cost the 49ers about $8 million if acquired this week, with over $700,000 coming off that price tag each subsequent week before the trade deadline
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- Oct 19 Mike Chappell (X) Nothing should be off the table. · Quoting Mike Chappell: The next few weeks should be interesting. NFL trade deadline Nov. 10. Colts prob deciding whether rebuild includes trading current assets. DeForest Buckner, Quenton Nelson, Josh Downs and Grover Stewart in final year of contracts. Some team might like to acquire Jonathan Taylor.
- Oct 19 Mike Chappell (X) The next few weeks should be interesting. NFL trade deadline Nov. 10. Colts prob deciding whether rebuild includes trading current assets. DeForest Buckner, Quenton Nelson, Josh Downs and Grover Stewart in final year of contracts. Some team might like to acquire Jonathan Taylor.
- Oct 19 Matt Maiocco (Bluesky) The Colts should move DeForest Buckner before the NFL trading deadline, and the 49ers should have keen interest in making that happen. To read+1
- Oct 19 David Lombardi (X) Deforest Buckner would cost the 49ers about $8 million if acquired this week, with over $700,000 coming off that price tag each subsequent week before the trade deadline
- Oct 19 David Lombardi (X) DeForest Buckner back to the 49ers just got a whole lot more possible · Quoting Adam Schefter: Colts relieved Chris Ballard of his duties as General Manager.
- Oct 19 Albert Breer (X) It'll be interesting to see if pricey Colts veterans like DeForest Buckner and Jonathan Taylor now become available for trade. Remember, Miami moved guys after firing GM Chris Grier before the deadline last year.
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The Colts suffer an embarrassing home loss to the Titans. Could Indy be sellers at the NFL trading deadline? Hmmm ... DeForest Buckner is in the final year of his contract.
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- Oct 18 Mike Chappell (X) Deforest Buckner kept some thoughts to himself, but the Colts best defensive player isn’t happy. “Yeah, I’m pissed off, too. I’m sick and tired of the same song and dance every . . . every year.” The booing? “Yeah, they’re upset. We lost to the Tennessee Titans, who were 0-5. And now they’re 1-5.’’ · Quoting Mike Chappell: Boo birds come to roost at Lucas Oil as Colts lose to winless Titans
- Oct 18 David Lombardi (X) Good results today for anyone hoping for a 49ers trade: 🏈 Tampa (Vita Vea, A’Shawn Robinson) lost and is 1-5 🏈 Chargers (Khalil Mack) lost and are 0-6 🏈 Colts (DeForest Buckner) lost to the Titans of all teams and are 2-4
- Oct 18 Erik Lambert (X) Chris, can I interest you in a 5th round pick??? · Quoting Ari Meirov: A very pissed off #Colts DT DeForest Buckner after losing to the #Titans: "I'm sick and tired of the same song and dance every year." (📽️ @WISHNews8)
- Oct 18 rivers mccown (Bluesky) Oh it's _bad_ bad. · Quoting ProFootballTalk: Colts' DeForest Buckner: "I'm sick and tired of the same song and dance every year."+1
- Oct 18 Jake Arthur (X) Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner 'Pissed Off,' Tired of 'Same Old Song and Dance'+1
- Oct 18 NFL News Poster (Bluesky) [Holder] Colts DT DeForest Buckner very clearly biting his tongue after today’s loss to the Titans. Oddly, I don’t see this kind of anger from other guys, which is notable.+1
- Oct 18 Erik Lambert (X) A very pissed off #Colts DT DeForest Buckner after losing to the #Titans: "I'm sick and tired of the same song and dance every year." (📽️ @WISHNews8)
- Oct 18 Matt Maiocco (Bluesky) The Colts suffer an embarrassing home loss to the Titans. Could Indy be sellers at the NFL trading deadline? Hmmm ... DeForest Buckner is in the final year of his contract.+1
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Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner On Defensive Frustrations
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- Oct 15 Mike Chappell (X) DeForest Buckner's stats this season: • 24 tackles • 8 QB hits • 4 tackles for loss • 4 sacks • 2 passes defended • 1 fumble recovery #Colts
- Oct 15 Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner On Defensive Frustrations+1
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Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Previews Pittsburgh Steelers
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- Oct 8 Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Previews Pittsburgh Steelers+1
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DeForest Buckner, beast.
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- Your LOCKED Indianapolis Colts Player of the Game: DeForest Buckner! Buck looked unblockable for much of the Colts' win over the Washington Commanders, racking up 4 tackles (1 for loss), 3 QB hits, and 1 PBU.
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I don't think I've ever been more wrong about a player than I was about Colts DT DeForest Buckner entering this season. I had no expectations coming off neck surgery.
Instead, he's an absolute menace.
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- Oct 4 Stephen Holder (X) Quoting Stephen Holder: I don't think I've ever been more wrong about a player than I was about Colts DT DeForest Buckner entering this season. I had no expectations coming off neck surgery. Instead, he's an absolute menace.
- Oct 4 Stephen Holder (X) I don't think I've ever been more wrong about a player than I was about Colts DT DeForest Buckner entering this season. I had no expectations coming off neck surgery. Instead, he's an absolute menace.
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Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Previews Washington Commanders in London
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- Oct 2 Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' Marion Hobby Talks DeForest Buckner, Laiatu Latu, George Gumbs Jr.+1
- Oct 2 Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Previews Washington Commanders in London+1
- Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner/Adetomiwa Adebawore Combo Has Been Difference-Making
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5 Colts Things: Josh Downs' chemistry with Daniel Jones shines, DeForest Buckner dominates, Cowboys-Ravens game shows importance of Rigoberto Sanchez's kickoffs
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- Sep 28 Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' Adetomiwa Adebawore Has Leaned On DeForest Buckner In His Development+1
- Sep 28 Stephen Holder (X) Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner said he was marveling at DT DeForest Buckner's performance on Sunday, so much so "I was just looking in the backfield" during some plays. But he quickly admitted, "as a cornerback, you shouldn't be doing that." lol
- Sep 28 Colts Team Site 5 Colts Things: Josh Downs' chemistry with Daniel Jones shines, DeForest Buckner dominates, Cowboys-Ravens game shows importance of Rigoberto Sanchez's kickoffs
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Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Reacts to Gritty Team Win Over Houston Texans
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- Sep 27 Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Reacts to Gritty Team Win Over Houston Texans+1
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Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner: 'We've Got to Tackle Better'
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- Sep 24 Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner: 'We've Got to Tackle Better'+1
- #Texans coach DeMeco Ryans on #Colts last ranked defense: 'Very aggressive, it's another big week for us up front. We have to make sure we're controlling the line of scrimmage' DeForest Buckner, big point of emphasis
- DeForest Buckner: Colts didn't play up to our standards, whatsoever
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Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner On Changes Defense Needs to Make
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- Sep 17 Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner On Changes Defense Needs to Make+1
- Check out the snap counts from the #Colts' Week 1 loss to the #Ravens to see how much (or how little) everyone played. -Jonathan Taylor continues to dominate backfield -CJ Allen active, but did not play -DeForest Buckner back to full workload
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Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Reacts to 41-23 Loss to Baltimore Ravens
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- Sep 13 Jake Arthur (Bluesky) Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Reacts to 41-23 Loss to Baltimore Ravens+1
- #Colts DT DeForest Buckner sitting out today, but he normally has Fridays off for vet rest days.
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Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Gives Perspective As Season Starters vs. Baltimore Ravens
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- Sep 10 Mike Chappell (X) Colts’ DeForest Buckner: I feel like myself all over again
- Sep 10 Colts Team Site 'You've never quit anything in your life'
- Sep 10 Jake Arthur (X) Indianapolis Colts' DeForest Buckner Gives Perspective As Season Starters vs. Baltimore Ravens
- Colts captains for 2026: DeForest Buckner, Quenton Nelson, Cam Bynum, Jonathan Taylor, Daniel Jones
- Keenan Allen, DeForest Buckner, Sauce Gardner get in and out of Colts' preseason finale with important plays ahead of 2026 regular season
- Colts-Lions preview: Keenan Allen, DeForest Buckner among starters in line to play in preseason finale
- Colts WR Keenan Allen WILL get some snaps in Saturday’s preseason finale, Shane Steichen says. Steichen said Allen wants to play. DeForest Buckner will also play, though it might be extremely limited.
- Training Camp Notebook: DeForest Buckner continuing to make steady progress with eye on Colts' Week 1 opener
- The encouraging trend for Colts' offense, Laiatu Latu keeps flashing, DeForest Buckner trending in right direction & more from first 2 weeks of training camp
- Training Camp Notebook: DeForest Buckner's neck 'responding well' to early workload