DEFOREST BUCKNER NEWS

Interior brawlers ready to set tone in Rams-Colts clash

Indianapolis Colts guard Quenton Nelson is set to square off against Los Angeles Rams defensive tackle Aaron Donald in a matchup of the NFL's best interior brawlers

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Records sack in season opener Buckner had six total tackles, a sack and two QB hits in Sunday's loss to Seattle.

Impact Buckner was his usual disruptive self despite the rest of the defense's struggles. After missing time with a foot injury in training camp, he was fully healthy Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

49ers defense to get big boost from healthy Nick Bosa

The San Francisco 49ers defense had a different feel once star edge rusher Nick Bosa returned to practice

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colts looking to end opening-game woes against Seahawks

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay gave his players a succinct message the first day of training camp

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Reich urges vaccinations in wake of Colts' COVID-19 absences

Coach Frank Reich is still pushing for the Indianapolis Colts to get fully vaccinated — especially now with three starters landing on the reserve/COVID-19 list

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

'Top 100 Players of 2021': DeForest Buckner ' No. 27 Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner has been voted as the No. 27 player in the NFL on the "Top 100 Players of 2021" ranking...

AUGUST 22, 2021 • NFL.COM

Back at practice Tuesday Buckner (foot) is practicing Tuesday, George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin reports.

Impact Buckner missed over a week of practice due to a minor foot injury, but he will have plenty of time to ramp up his activity before Week 1. If the Colts don't have any lingering concerns about an injury aggravation, Buckner could be available for Saturday's exhibition matchup against the Vikings.

AUGUST 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ballard, Reich extensions give Indy more pieces for future

The Indianapolis Colts have signed coach Frank Reich and general manager Chris Ballard to contract extensions through  the 2026 season

AUGUST 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colts' DeForest Buckner (foot) trending in right direction Colts HC Frank Reich said DeForest Buckner is trending in the right direction.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • USATODAY.COM

Misses practice with foot injury Buckner missed practice Sunday after suffering a minor foot injury on Saturday, the Indianapolis Star reports. "We will still take it day-by-day, but things are trending in the rig...

Impact The injury sounds minor, but watch Buckner's progress. His health is key to the Indy defense since he posted 9.5 sacks and had 58 tackles in his first year with the Colts last season.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

DeForest Buckner believes Colts can be 'No. 1 defense' in NFL DeForest Buckner believes the Colts defense can achieve greatness in 2021 in the form of being the top defense in the league if it plays at...

JULY 28, 2021 • NFL.COM

Moore's big entrance masks abnormalities as Colts open camp

Indianapolis Colts safety Kenny Moore II came to training camp in the second seat of an IndyCar

JULY 27, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

49ers sign middle linebacker Fred Warner to 5-year extension

All-Pro middle linebacker Fred Warner has signed a five-year extension with the San Francisco 49ers taking him through the 2026 season

JULY 22, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

AP Source: 49ers sign LB Fred Warner to $95M extension

The San Francisco 49ers have agreed on a five-year contract extension with Fred Warner that makes him the highest-paid off-ball linebacker in the NFL

JULY 21, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colts DeForest Buckner talks Carson Wentz, vaccination and more on the Rich Eisen Show Indianapolis Colts All-Pro defensive lineman DeForest Buckner discusses the challenges of team building during the pandemic.

JUNE 29, 2021 • INDYSTAR.COM

Colts: DeForest Buckner disrespected in USA Today's defensive tackle ranking After an incredible 2020 campaign, Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner earned All-Pro honors for the first time in his care...

JUNE 23, 2021 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Grading the 2021 NFL Draft: AFC South report cards

Rob Rang breaks down the drafts of the AFC South teams, and the Jaguars aren't the only squad coming out with high marks.

MAY 6, 2021

Colts look to shore up offensive, defensive lines in draft

Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay and general manager Chris Ballard see the glaring holes

APRIL 23, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

DeForest Buckner: Why Darius Leonard is the best LB in the NFL Indianapolis Colts DT DeForest Buckner joins

FEBRUARY 9, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

DeForest Buckner recaps 2020 season after moving to a new team Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner recaps 2020 season after moving to a new team.

FEBRUARY 4, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

DeForest Buckner Named Polynesian Pro Football Player Of The Year The Polynesian Football Hall of Fame announced today that Indianapolis Colts Defensive Lineman, DeForest Buckner has been selected as the 20...

JANUARY 21, 2021 • COLTS.COM

49ers promote DeMeco Ryans to DC, Mike McDaniel to OC

The San Francisco 49ers have promoted linebackers coach DeMeco Ryans to defensive coordinator and run game coordinator Mike McDaniel to offensive coordinator to fill openings on th...

JANUARY 18, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colts' early end serves as motivation for better run in 2021

Coach Frank Reich never anticipated going home so soon

JANUARY 11, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Colts' comeback bid falls short in 27-24 loss to Bills

Colts coach Frank Reich was unable to manufacture another comeback in Buffalo as Indianapolis fell short in a 27-24 loss to the Bills in a wild-card playoff game

JANUARY 10, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Bills beat Colts 27-24 for 1st playoff win in 25 years

Josh Allen threw two touchdown passes and scored another rushing and Micah Hyde batted down Philip Rivers last-second desperation pass in Buffalo's 27-24 win over the Indianapolis...

JANUARY 9, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS