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Report: Colts DE Samson Ebukam (MCL) out multiple weeks Indianapolis Colts defensive end Samson Ebukam will miss "multiple weeks" with an MCL injury, ESPN reported Monday.Ebukam suffered the knee...

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Shane Steichen affirms what all Colts fans knew about DeForest Buckner The Indianapolis Colts defense hasn't been perfect through seven games, but DeForest Buckner deserves a lot of credit for how good it has be...

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Timely plays by undermanned Colts defense help secure win over Chargers DeForest Buckner had two crucial sacks and Nick Cross snagged his first interception of the season in the 38-24 victory.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • COLTS.COM

DeForest Buckner swallows up Justin Herbert for sack Indianapolis Colts defensive lineman DeForest Buckner sacks Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert for an 8-yard loss.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • NFL.COM

NFL Week 7 Recap: Indianapolis Colts 38, Los Angeles Chargers 24 The Indianapolis Colts moved to a 6-1 start behind their elite offense, racking up 401 yards and 6.9 yards per play. Jonathan Taylor continu...

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • PFF.COM

Week 6 Locker Talk: DeForest Buckner and Jonathan Taylor DeForest Buckner and Jonathan Taylor meet with the media on Thursday as the Colts prepare to face the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday at Lucas O...

OCTOBER 9, 2025 • COLTS.COM

Gets first sack of season Buckner recorded six tackles (two solo) including 1.0 sacks during Sunday's 40-6 win versus the Raiders.

Impact Everything was going right for Indianapolis' defense in Week 5, and Buckner was able to help pile on with his first sack of the year. While his sack numbers have been down, his tackle volume has been up, and he's on pace for a career-best year in that category heading into a Week 6 matchup versus the Cardinals.

OCTOBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT | Colts defense stonewalls Ashton Jeanty to force turnover on downs Colts DT DeForest Buckner and LB Chris Lammons stonewall Las Vegas Raiders RB Ashton Jeanty to force a turnover on downs in Week 5 on Octobe...

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • COLTS.COM

HIGHLIGHT | DeForest Buckner SACKS Geno Smith Indianapolis Colts DT DeForest Buckner dumps Las Vegas Raiders QB Geno Smith for a 6-yard sack in Week 5 on October 5, 2025.

OCTOBER 5, 2025 • COLTS.COM

Colts' DeForest Buckner made sure to capitalize on Penn State, Oregon game by winning bets with Nittany Lion alums | Sporting News Tyler Warren and VP of Communications Chris Conti stayed true to their word.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Inspired by his past and by his children, DeForest Buckner is a dedicated and vocal supporter of Colts' Kicking the Stigma campaign The Colts' Week 5 game against the Las Vegas Raider will be their "Kicking the Stigma" game.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • COLTS.COM

Good to go Week 4 Buckner (back) is active for Sunday's game against the Rams.

Impact A back injury limited Buckner's practice participation this past week, but he has been cleared to play in Sunday's road game. The veteran defensive lineman has registered 14 tackles (nine solo) through the first three games of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

NFL insider reveals DeForest Buckner's game day status in Colts vs. Rams Colts' DT DeForest Buckner is questionable but one NFL insider has revealed his game day status vs. the Rams.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2025 • USATODAY.COM

Questionable to play Sunday Buckner (back) is questionable to play in Sunday's contest versus the Rams.

Impact Buckner has been limited by a back injury at practice throughout the week, sitting out Wednesday and Friday, while logging a limited session Thursday. The defensive lineman said Friday that he expects to play in Sunday's contest against Los Angeles, James Boyd of The Athletic. If he ultimately can't go, Neville Gallimore and Eric Johnson would stand to see an increase in workload at defensive tackle in Week 4.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Limited in Thursday's practice Buckner (back) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact Buckner didn't practice Wednesday due to a back injury that he likely picked up during the Colts' Week 3 win over the Titans. His ability to practice Thursday is a trend in the right direction, and Friday's injury report will provide clarity on his status heading into the Colts' road matchup against the Rams on Sunday. Buckner has 14 tackles (nine solo) through the first three games of the regular season.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back issue Buckner did not practice Wednesday due to a back injury.

Impact Buckner previously managed a back issue in late August that caused him to miss multiple practices, though it's unclear if his current injury is related. The veteran defensive lineman logged a season-low 51 percent of Indianapolis' defensive snaps Week 3 versus Tennessee, but it's not certain that his back was the reason for the reduced snap share. Regardless, Buckner will likely need to practice in some capacity this week in order to suit up against the Rams on Sunday.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Week 3 Locker Talk: DeForest Buckner and Jonathan Taylor DeForest Buckner and Jonathan Taylor meet with the media on Thursday as the Colts prepare for their first AFC South divisional matchup of th...

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025 • COLTS.COM

Week 2 Locker Talk: Jonathan Taylor and DeForest Buckner Jonathan Taylor and DeForest Buckner meet with the media on Thursday at the Colts prepare for their Week 2 matchup against the Denver Bronco...

SEPTEMBER 11, 2025 • COLTS.COM

Three tackles in opener Buckner had three total tackles, a QB hit and hurry in Sunday's win over Miami.

Impact Indy dominated the Dolphins on defense but Buckner surprisingly didn't make major contributions. He was healthy after dealing with a back injury late in the preseason as he played on 32 of the defense's 47 snaps. It likely won't take him long to get his first sack of the season.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DeForest Buckner reveals the Colts teammate poised for a breakout year Indianapolis Colts defensive lineman DeForest Buckner believes one of his teammates is ready for a breakout season, just when Indy needs it...

SEPTEMBER 7, 2025 • HORSESHOEHEROES.COM

Full go for Week 1 Buckner (back) did not appear on the Colts' injury report Wednesday.

Impact Buckner was dealing with a back injury late in the preseason, but he appears to have fully recovered from it and he'll be all set to play in Sunday's contest against the Dolphins. The defensive tackle recorded 61 total tackles (24 solo), including 6.5 sacks, over 12 regular-season contests in 2024.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with back injury Buckner (back) hasn't practiced the past few days, head coach Shane Steichen revealed Thursday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.

Impact Buckner may not play in Saturday's preseason finale against the Bengals after suiting up for this past Saturday's exhibition against the Packers. The starting defensive tackle's availability for the Sept. 7 regular-season opener against the Dolphins doesn't appear to be in jeopardy at this point.

AUGUST 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Past foot issue Buckner (foot) played in Saturday's preseason game against Green Bay.

Impact It was Buckner's first action of the preseason, as he logged nine defensive snaps. Buckner missed practice time earlier in camp but appears to be all systems go as he heads into his age-31 campaign.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

DeForest Buckner sets lofty 2025 goal for Colts defense | Sporting News The Colts defense ranked 29th in the NFL last season.

AUGUST 12, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Misses practice Thursday Buckner (foot) sat out of practice Thursday, Nate Atkins of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact This appears to be a new issue for Buckner, though he did miss five games in 2024 with an ankle injury. The severity of the injury will be worth monitoring, as Buckner is once again expected to serve as Indianapolis' defensive centerpiece. The two-time All-Pro finished last season with 61 tackles (24 solo), including 6.5 sacks, and a pass breakup in 12 games.

AUGUST 1, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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