DeForest Buckner aims for Week 1 return from neck injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 5:35 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner discussed his recovery from a neck injury sustained in 2025, characterized as a herniated disc. Buckner returned briefly in Week 16 but was placed on injured reserve and underwent surgery in January. He is determined to be ready for the season opener and is targeting training camp for a potential return to full participation. Buckner has been a key player for the Colts, recording significant statistics over his tenure with the team.
- •Buckner suffered a herniated disc during Week 9 of the 2025 season.
- •He underwent surgery in early January 2026.
- •Buckner is optimistic about returning for training camp.
- •He has recorded 389 total tackles and 43 sacks during his Colts career.
- •The team relies on Buckner's experience as a three-time Pro Bowler.
- 5:35 PMYahoo Sports — Colts' DT DeForest Buckner discusses possible return date from injury
"Indianapolis Colts' DT DeForest Buckner recently discussed the neck injury he's working through and a possible return date.
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