Gracen Halton loses starting role as 49ers acquire DeForest Buckner
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 11:42 PM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026

San Francisco 49ers rookie defensive tackle Gracen Halton lost his starting position following the acquisition of DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts. Despite his disappointment, Halton expressed excitement about learning from the veteran player he admired while in college. Buckner, a three-time Pro Bowler, aims to mentor younger players and elevate the team's defensive line. Halton, who made a significant impact in earlier games, is eager to learn from Buckner and integrate him into the team's culture.
- •Halton impressed in early games, including a touchdown in Week 5.
- •Halton initially filled in due to injuries among starters.
- •Buckner intends to mentor Halton and other young players.
- •Halton has looked up to Buckner since his college days.
- 11:42 PMYahoo Sports — 49ers rookie Gracen Halton loses starting job but gains mentor in DeForest Buckner
"After learning that he was being supplanted by DeForest Buckner, San Francisco 49ers rookie Gracen Halton felt disappointed. But the prevailing feeling, he said Monday, was excitement.
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