Jayden Daniels dazzles in Washington’s 27-24 win over the San Francisco 49ers, prompting headlines that he’s playing his best football yet. The Commanders also add former SEC defensive star Kyle Kennard to the practice squad, while rookie Antonio Williams is slated for a larger receiving role after Terry McLaurin’s season‑ending injury. Coach Dan Quinn notes defensive lineman Kinlaw’s slow knee recovery and hints at a possible stop‑gap signing like Larry Ogunjobi. With the Eagles on a five‑game skid and a crucial Sunday matchup looming, Washington seeks momentum to secure a must‑win.
The 49ers added DeForest Buckner for a bargain price, but can he fix their defensive flaws and help San Francisco make a Super Bowl run?
The 49ers reacquired DeForest Buckner from the Colts for a 2027 fourth-round pick. See how the All-Pro upgrades San Francisco's pass rush at a bargain price.
Former Jets linebacker Bart Scott urges head coach Aaron Glenn to skip a first‑round QB gamble in 2027 and instead sign San Francisco 49ers backup Mac Jones on a modest $40 million deal. Scott argues the 2025 season showed Jones’s 69.6% completion rate, 2,151 yards, 13 TDs and six interceptions over 11 games, making him a low‑cost, Pro‑Bowl‑caliber option. With the Jets now 2‑5 after a 28‑25 loss to Miami and Glenn’s record at 5‑20, Scott says the franchise could preserve its valuable first‑round pick for other needs while still fixing the QB spot.
The Chicago Bears are front‑and‑center in early‑season trade chatter as the market heats up, yet Halas Hall has confirmed no moves so far. Sources link the Bears to potential deals involving former Colts players Quentin Nelson and DeForest Buckner, but nothing is official. Meanwhile, DE Montez Sweat wraps a two‑game suspension after the Patriots win, calling it a career blemish, and RB Kyle Monangai remains sidelined with turf toe. The article also notes the 49ers acquiring Buckner and updates on other NFL storylines, highlighting the Bears' rising power‑ranking position.
The 2026 NFL offensive line rankings have been updated after Week 7, with the Detroit Lions retaining the top spot. The San Francisco 49ers and Pittsburgh Steelers round out the top three, while injuries and lineup changes affect units throughout the league.
The 49ers acquire veteran DE DeForest Buckner from the Colts, giving San Francisco a seasoned edge rusher as they sit 6-1 and head into a bye week. Buckner, who posted three sacks and a league‑best 30% pressure‑to‑sack conversion in the first four weeks, brings mentorship for the young D‑line corps and fits the 5‑technique scheme alongside Nick Bosa. The trade nets the Colts a 2027 fourth‑round pick, while the 49ers eye further moves on players like Maxx Crosby or Khalil Mack. The article also notes defensive communication issues and Brock Purdy’s delayed passing rhythm, underscoring the team’s push for depth ahead of the playoffs.
DeForest Buckner is returning to the San Francisco 49ers after the Indianapolis Colts traded the veteran defensive tackle in exchange for a 2027 fourth-round draft pick. Not only is 49ers tight end George Kittle excited about Buckner’s arrival, but former NFL star Richard Sherman also praised the move, describing it as a steal for San […]
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49ers 49ers DE Nick Bosa hoped to return from a calf strain by Week 6 but still hasn’t. Niners HC Kyle Shanahan said Bosa was too optimistic and ended up sore ahead of Week 7. ”I just think he was a little too optimistic, especially for Bosa because he’s pretty accurate,” Shanahan said, via NinersWire.com. […]
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The 49ers landed DeForest Buckner, but could John Lynch make another move? An insider expects San Francisco to explore defensive line upgrades before Nov. 10.
The San Francisco 49ers have already addressed their defensive line by bringing DeForest Buckner back to the Bay Area. However, general manager John Lynch should not consider his work finished. If the 49ers want to turn their 6-1 start into a Super Bowl run, their next priority should be adding another proven wide receiver to […]
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Another week, another missed kick for San Francisco 49ers kicker Eddy Pineiro. The veteran missed his seventh kick of the season in as many weeks when he pulled
The San Francisco 49ers agreed to acquire DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts for a 2027 fourth-round pick Tuesday, buying immediate defensive help while Indianapolis turns another veteran into draft capital. The deal remains pending a physical. The Buckner trade favors the 49ers because the acquisition cost fits the opportunity. The Colts get a reasonable […]
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The New York Giants enter their Week 8 bye atop the NFC East with a 4‑2‑1 record, sitting as the conference’s third seed behind the Vikings and 49ers. Their lead rests on razor‑thin margins—a +2 point differential (163‑161) and three wins by a touchdown or less, including overtime victories over the Titans, Washington and Houston. Backup quarterback J.J. McCarthy, thrust into the starter role after Jaxson Dart’s injury, has posted efficient starts but yet to face a comeback scenario. Defensively, the Giants rank 18th in points allowed, rely on takeaways, and are hit by key injuries to Brian Burns, Tremaine Edmunds and Jevon Holland. After the bye they face the Eagles and Commanders in back‑to‑back division games; winning both could cement a two‑game cushion, while a split would expose the fragility of their slim point differential. Coach John Harbaugh stresses the first‑place spot is an opportunity, not a guarantee, and the next two weeks will test if it’s earned.
San Francisco still has moves to make after bringing back DeForest Buckner ahead of the NFL trade deadline.
The 49ers beat the Bears to DeForest Buckner. Why Josh Sweat, with 57 career sacks and a deal through 2028, should be Chicago's next call at the deadline.
The Indianapolis Colts announce a full‑scale fire sale, trading left guard Quenton Nelson to the Seattle Seahawks and defensive tackle DeForest Buckler to the San Francisco 49ers on October 27, 2026. Both moves return draft capital and cash, signaling a dramatic shift after the disastrous Sauce Gardner trade and the departure of GM Chris Ballard. Owner Carlie Irsay‑Gordon’s front office is effectively dismantling the team’s former trench‑warrior core, with rumors that more veterans—potentially Jonathan Taylor, Josh Downs or Grover Stewart—could follow. The article paints the trades as an admission of structural failure and a plunge into a long rebuilding phase for the Colts.
A random‑pick feature leads this post to revisit the Packers‑Panthers showdown of Jan. 12, 1997 – the NFC Championship that sent Green Bay to the Super Bowl. The 1996 Packers, 13‑0, rode Brett Favre’s MVP season (3,899 yards, 39 TDs) and a 35‑14 win over the 49ers, while the second‑year Panthers, 12‑4, stunned Dallas in the divisional round. Key plays included Sam Mills’ interception, Antonio Freeman’s TD, and Chris Jacke’s three field goals as Green Bay built a 30‑13 victory. The win propelled the Packers to their first Super Bowl since 1967, highlighted by Desmond Howard’s 99‑yard kickoff return and MVP award. The teams meet again Thursday night at Lambeau Field.
The San Francisco 49ers needed help on the defensive line, and the Indianapolis Colts’ fire sale gave them an opportunity to address that problem. By trading for DeForest Buckner, San Francisco is bringing back a familiar face who can help improve its pass rush as the team deals with injuries. According to NFL Network’s Mike […]
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The Indianapolis Colts are clearing out salary and stocking up on draft picks after a 2-5 start to the 2026 season.
The Colts are sending two of their most decorated players to teams in the Cardinals' division.
The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back a familiar face, and George Kittle could not be happier. After the Indianapolis Colts traded DeForest Buckner back to San Francisco on Tuesday, the veteran tight end took to social media to celebrate the reunion with his former teammate. “DEFOOOOO THE BOYS ARE BACK,” Kittle posted on X, […]
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49ers GM John Lynch pulled off a big move by landing DeForest Buckner in a trade. Now he has to say yes to two more big moves.
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 […]
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