The Indianapolis Colts trade three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckler back to the San Francisco 49ers for a 2027 fourth‑round pick, confirming their seller status ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline. Buckner, a 2016 seventh‑overall pick who spent his first four seasons in San Francisco, was acquired by Indianapolis in March 2020 for the 13th overall pick and has posted 31 tackles, four sacks and eight QB hits through seven games in 2026. At 32 and entering the final year of his contract, he returns to a 49ers defense hit by injuries, while the Colts add draft capital and open playing time for younger linemen like Adetomiwa Adebawore.
The Golden State Warriors need to move Kristaps Porzingis' contract for a useful player. The Charlotte Hornets may provide that opportunity.
The Indianapolis Colts are trading DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers for a fourth-round pick as their roster shakeup continues.
The San Francisco 49ers have finalized a trade for defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, sending a 2027 fourth‑round pick to the Indianapolis Colts after Seattle’s interest accelerated negotiations. Buckner, who logged three sacks and a league‑best 30% sack conversion rate on pressures in the first four weeks, is expected to shore up the 49ers’ interior line in Raheem Morris’s scheme, freeing players like Sebastian Valdez and Osa Odighizuwa for reduced roles. The team also added Kevin Givens to the practice squad and cut wideout Malik Turner.
The Indianapolis Colts traded star defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and ESPN's Adam Schefter.
The Indianapolis Colts traded star defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers on Tuesday, the team announced.
The 49ers are reportedly trading for Colts DT DeForest Buckner, reuniting with the former first-round pick to bolster their defensive line for a playoff push.
The 49ers announce bye week roster moves, signing veteran defensive lineman Kevin Givens to the practice squad and releasing wide receiver Malik Turner.
In the Week 7 showdown on Oct. 25, 2026, the Atlanta Falcons turned 49ers miscues into a comeback win, highlighted by Michael Penix Jr.'s efficient pass‑first performance and a surge of turnovers. Analysts Kevin Knight and Tre’Shon Diaz break down the defense’s bounce‑back, the improved return game, and key plays—including Jessie Bates III stripping the ball from George Kittle. The podcasters review film, discuss the successful game plan, and invite fans to join their podcast, Discord, and Patreon community.
The Seahawks strengthened their roster by trading for Quenton Nelson. Can the 49ers respond with a move of their own before the NFL trade deadline?
San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Mike Evans (Achilles) wasn't able to play in Week 7 due to an Achilles injury. […]
The Minnesota Vikings sit 6‑0 as the NFL’s only unbeaten team, prompting GM Nolan Teasley to outline a six‑step roster overhaul aimed at a Super Bowl run. The plan includes trading low‑producing WR Jauan Jennings to the 49ers for a better return, adding veteran TE David Njoku to replace injured Josh Oliver, swapping for safety Amani Hooker as a long‑term Harrison Smith successor, and bolstering the defensive line with proven pass‑rusher Moro Ojomo. Each move targets depth, versatility, and veteran leadership to sustain the Vikings’ hot start through February.
Kyle Shanahan says the 49ers, now 6-1, are gearing up as buyers at the trade deadline after a 29-20 loss to Atlanta exposed depth issues at receiver and the defensive line. While injuries have forced the team to scramble for a 48‑man roster, Shanahan stresses the need to balance adding talent with the risk of future cuts once injured players return. With Mike Evans, Deebo Samuel, Demarcus Robinson, and De’Zhaun Stribling set to come back after the bye, the Niners may target a wide receiver, interior lineman, or edge rusher, but any move must fit roster limits before the Nov. 10 deadline.
49ers GM John Lynch says San Francisco "won't hesitate" to make a trade if it helps the team, offering insight into the team's plans before the NFL deadline.
A CBS Sports trade proposal suggests the 49ers could pursue Commanders DT Daron Payne, whose run defense could help address San Francisco's defensive needs.
As the Rays chase a World Series title, seven players—Nick Martinez, Cedric Mullins, Gavin Lux, Freddy Peralta, Jorge Mateo, Jake Fraley and Austin Slater—are set to hit unrestricted free agency after the 2026 season. Pitcher Drew Rasmussen and outfielder Taylor Walls each carry club options that could keep them in Tampa Bay for 2027. Peralta, fresh off a breakout year, draws interest from the Angels, Giants and Mets, though he has hinted he’d stay if the Rays meet his value expectations. The article breaks down each contract situation and the roster outlook.
The Golden State Warriors earned their first win of the season against the Denver Nuggets. It provided more than just a mark on their record.
The Denver Nuggets have stumbled out of the gates to a 1-2 record this season, recently getting blasted at home by the winless Golden State Warriors. Nikola Jokic hasn’t been great, at least by his standards, so far this year, and has also spent his postgame press conferences repeatedly calling out fans who have voiced […]
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The San Francisco 49ers enter their bye week at 6‑1, leading the NFC West, with a defense ranked fourth overall, allowing just 299.3 yards and 13 touchdowns. Their pass defense sits at No. 10 (210.3 yards, ten TDs allowed), while the run defense is a top‑five unit, limiting opponents to 89 yards and three rushing TDs per game. Scoring defense is sixth‑best at 19.9 points per game, though third‑down stops (37.9%) lag behind. Key players like Nick Bosa, Fred Warner and Dre Greenlaw are expected back for the Raiders matchup, potentially boosting an already stout unit.
The 49ers are among the teams to watch as the Colts shop veteran defensive tackle DeForest Buckner, who could be traded soon for the right offer.
Nikola Jokic isn’t backing off. If Nuggets fans want to boo their own team, he’d prefer they find something else to do with their evening. Denver’s star center stood by his criticism of the home crowd after Monday’s 134-114 loss to the Warriors, which dropped the Nuggets to 1-2. “I’m sticking to what I said,” […]
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The 49ers' Kyle Juszczyk offered advice to Kaelon Black and Jordan James after costly fumbles against the Falcons, urging the young running backs to move on.
After a 43‑point explosion against Golden State, Devin Booker rattles off a dismal 3‑point night (1‑of‑7) as the Phoenix Suns fall to the Oklahoma City Thunder 105‑84 on Oct. 26, exposing deeper flaws. The loss highlights a hit‑or‑miss franchise star, chronic rebounding woes, and an offense lacking identity, with the Brooks‑Bridges pairing shooting just 5‑of‑20 from three. While Jalen Green posts 20 points and the bench hits 10‑of‑21 from deep, the starters struggle to sync, stall possessions, and rely too heavily on Booker. Despite early‑season optimism about continuity, the Suns appear structurally unbalanced and in need of significant adjustments to avoid repeating a 1‑4 start.
The Colts' trade of All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson has sparked a new round of speculation ahead of the 2026 deadline, focusing on defensive tackle DeForest Buckner. Reported talks link Buckner to the Chicago Bears, who need interior depth behind aging Grady Jarrett; the San Francisco 49ers, who originally drafted him and could use him to replace injured linemen; the Green Bay Packers, looking for a short‑term boost after losing Javon Hargrave; the Houston Texans, eager to improve a struggling defense; and the Las Vegas Raiders, whose line has faltered this season. Buckner’s $26.6 million cap hit and proven pass‑rush ability make him a coveted upgrade for any contender.
Golden State rookie Yaxel Lendeborg has become only the fourth player since the 1985‑86 draft lottery era to tally at least 85 points and 35 rebounds in his first four NBA games, joining Shaquille O’Neal, Patrick Ewing and David Robinson. He finished the stretch with 87 points, 37 rebounds, 19 assists, four steals and two blocks, averaging 21.8 points, 9.3 rebounds and 4.8 assists. Lendeborg’s latest outing featured 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists in a 134‑114 win over Denver, making him the first Warriors rookie since Stephen Curry (2010) with a 30‑10‑5 line. The historic start puts him in elite company early in the 2026‑27 season.