Keenan Allen and DeForest Buckner set to play in Colts preseason finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:56 PM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Wide receiver Keenan Allen and defensive tackle DeForest Buckner are expected to participate in the Indianapolis Colts' preseason finale against the Detroit Lions on Saturday. Head coach Shane Steichen confirmed that many starters, including Allen and Buckner, will be on the field for a limited number of plays, likely around 8-12. Allen, recently signed to enhance the wide receiver group, has quickly become a favored target in practice, while Buckner aims to be fully effective after recovering from a neck injury that required surgery. Both players are crucial for the Colts as they prepare for the regular season.
- •Keenan Allen and DeForest Buckner will play in the preseason finale.
- •They are expected to be on the field for 8-12 snaps.
- •Allen was signed recently and is becoming a key target.
- •Buckner is returning from a neck injury requiring surgery.
- •The Colts face the Detroit Lions on Saturday.
- 5:56 PMYahoo Sports — Keenan Allen, DeForest Buckner to play in Colts preseason finale
"WR Keenan Allen and DT DeForest Buckner are among those who will play in the Colts' preseason finale.
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