DeForest Buckner returns to practice after neck surgery recovery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 6:46 PM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner is rejoining his teammates at training camp following neck surgery received after a herniated disc. Buckner, who missed much of the previous season, marked the start of training camp with a limited role, participating in individual drills but sitting out most 11-on-11 reps. He expressed that while his recovery felt "weird," he is pleased to be cleared for action and is gradually increasing his practice reps. Buckner aims to be ready for game action in Week 1 of the upcoming season.
- •Buckner underwent neck surgery after a herniated disc.
- •He missed seven of the last eight games last season.
- •He plans to participate fully as training camp progresses.
- •Buckner expressed satisfaction with his current progress.
- •He aims for a Week 1 return to in-game action.
- 6:46 PMYahoo Sports — Colts DT DeForest Buckner calls recovery from next injury 'weird'
"Colts veteran DT DeForest Buckner said the start of training camp has been "weird" as he's forced to sit most of the 11-on-11 reps in return from neck surgery
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