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Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (99) celebrates a sack against the Pittsburgh Steelers during the second half of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026.

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The 49ers bring back DeForest Buckner in trade with the Colts, AP source says

The 49ers bring back DeForest Buckner in trade with the Colts, AP source says

The San Francisco 49ers are bringing back three-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner after acquiring their former first-round pick in a trade with the Indianapolis Colts. A person familiar with the deal said the 49ers will send a 2027 fourth-round pick to the Colts in the trade. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the trade can’t be finalized until after Buckner passes a physical. This was the second major deal made by Indianapolis with the team also trading All-Pro guard Quenton Nelson to Seattle for a 2027 third-round pick and a 2028 fifth-rounder.