49ers players react to blockbuster DeForest Buckner trade
49ers players Kyle Juszczyk, George Kittle, and Deebo Samuel react to DeForest Buckner's return to San Francisco after a blockbuster trade with the Colts.
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49ers players Kyle Juszczyk, George Kittle, and Deebo Samuel react to DeForest Buckner's return to San Francisco after a blockbuster trade with the Colts.
The San Francisco 49ers announced additional roster moves Tuesday after reacquiring three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts ahead of the NFL trade deadline. San Francisco signed defensive lineman Kevin Givens to its practice squad and released wide receiver Malik Turner from the practice squad as the organization continued adjusting its […] The post 49ers announce roster moves after monster DeForest Buckner trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Chicago Bears missed an opportunity to add a two-time All-Pro defensive tackle as the San Francisco 49ers landed DeForest Buckner.
49ers 49ers released WR Malik Turner from the practice squad. 49ers signed DT Kevin Givens to the practice squad. Bears Bears released DB Nick McCloud. Bears signed RB Zavier Scott from the practice squad. Bengals Bengals placed TE Erick All on injured reserve. Bengals placed TE Josh Kattus on the practice squad injured list. Bengals […] The post NFL Transactions: Tuesday 10/27 appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Let the defensive linemen bidding wars begin.
The 49ers are bringing back DeForest Buckner, adding yet another familiar name to a season with plenty of reunions already.
The San Francisco 49ers have reportedly agreed to a trade for DT DeForest Bucker, bringing back their former first-round pick.
The Philadelphia Eagles, now 2‑5 and amid the longest losing streak of the Nick Sirianni era, are grappling with a cascade of injuries to stars like Saquon Barkley, DeVonta Smith, and Jalen Carter. The article argues the team’s medical and conditioning staff, exemplified by questionable handling of Jalen Hurts’ injury, may be jeopardizing player health for short‑term wins. It also compares Philadelphia’s plight to the 49ers’ chronic injury issues under Kyle Shanahan’s contact‑heavy practices, calling for the NFLPA and the league to set uniform standards for medical care, practice structure, and player safety.
Defensive lineman DeForest Buckner returns to the San Francisco 49ers as the Indianapolis Colts trade him for a 2027 fourth‑round pick, according to Tom Pelissero. The 32‑year‑old three‑time Pro Bowler and former All‑Pro, who started his career with the 49ers before joining Indianapolis in 2020, has amassed 101 tackles for loss and 75.5 sacks. The move follows the Colts’ recent roster clear‑out—including Quenton Nelson’s deal to Seattle—as they stockpile draft capital. San Francisco hopes Buckner will shore up its struggling interior line while awaiting Nick Bosa’s return.
The San Francisco 49ers have bolstered their defense by trading for former First‑Team All‑Pro defensive tackle DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts, giving up a 2027 fourth‑round pick. Buckner, a three‑time Pro Bowler who logged four sacks this season, returns to the team where he began his career (2016‑19) and will pair with a revived defensive line as Nick Bosa recovers from a calf injury. The move comes as the 49ers sit 6‑1 atop the NFC West, while the Seahawks (4‑3) and Rams (3‑4) trail. George Kittle even praised the trade on X, underscoring the excitement around the acquisition ahead of the Nov. 10 deadline.
After trading Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks to begin the great Indianapolis Colts fire sale, interim general manager Ed Dodds sent another one of his star players to the NFC West, reuniting DeForest Buckner with the San Francisco 49ers for a fourth-round pick. Taking to social media to announce the deal, ESPN’s Adam Schefter […] The post 49ers reunite with DeForest Buckner in Colts trade to match Seahawks’ Quenton Nelson deal appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Indianapolis Colts accelerate their rebuild, trading veteran defensive end DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers for a 2027 fourth‑round pick. This move follows a Tuesday swap that sent All‑Pro guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks for draft capital. Buckner, a former 49ers player who joined Indianapolis in 2020 and earned two Pro Bowl nods, has missed 12 games in the past two seasons after turning 30. The deals underscore new GM Ed Dodds' aggressive fire‑sale strategy, sending two over‑30 starters to NFC‑West rivals.
The San Francisco 49ers took their first loss in Week 7, and the rest of the NFC West made them pay.
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.
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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.