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Indianapolis Colts trade DeForest Buckner to San Francisco 49ers

Outlets confirm that Indianapolis traded defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to San Francisco for a future draft pick, returning him to his previous team.

Reviewed by Emmanuel Nyame
Oct 27, 2026 · 3 sources · 1 min read
DeForest Buckner & Taylor Heinicke Commanders-Colts 2022
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At a glance

  • Indianapolis sent defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to San Francisco in a trade.123
  • The Colts acquired a 2027 fourth-round draft pick in the transaction.13
  • The deal brings Buckner back to his former NFL franchise.123

The Indianapolis Colts traded defensive tackle DeForest Buckner to the San Francisco 49ers.123

The transaction reunites Buckner with his former team.123

In exchange for the defensive tackle, Indianapolis received a fourth-round pick in the 2027 draft.13

Where sources agree

  • Colts trade DeForest Buckner to 49ers3 of 3
  • Buckner rejoins his former team3 of 3
  • Trade involves a 2027 fourth-round pick2 of 3

Who covered this

3 National

Sources

  1. 1ESPNColts make second major trade, send DT Buckner back to 49ers ↗
  2. 2Yahoo SportsWhy DeForest Buckner trade is so crucial for 49ers’ success ↗
  3. 3CBS SportsDeForest Buckner trade: Colts send DT to 49ers in exchange for 2027 fourth-round pick ↗

Based on reporting from these reputable newsrooms and reviewed by Orbit’s editors. A fact appears only when at least two sources report it. Orbit is not affiliated with these publishers.

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