While there’s plenty of external frustration with the decision, inside the building, the Colts aren’t flinching. Defensive captain DeForest Buckner recently spoke on the decision, saying whoever was named then starter would receive unwavering support.

Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (99) works through drills Monday, July 28, 2025, during training camp held at Grand Park in Westfield. / Mykal McEldowney/IndyStar / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images

Indianapolis Colts' defensive tackle DeForest Buckner has been sidelined for the last few practices. On Thursday, it was reported that Buckner is working through a back injury. ESPN's Stephen Holder would report that the sense is that Buckner will be back "soon," meaning before Week 1, as he put it.

On Thursday, ESPN’s Stephen Holder reported that head coach Shane Steichen said Buckner is dealing with a back injury. Holder believes Buckner will be back “soon” and be ready in time for Indy’s season opener Sept. 7 against the Dolphins.

Colts must trade for Bengals’ Trey Hendrickson before Week 1 of 2025 season to boost pass rush and playoff hopes.

Buckner may not play in Saturday's preseason finale against the Bengals after suiting up for this past Saturday's exhibition against the Packers. The starting defensive tackle's availability for the Sept. 7 regular-season opener against the Dolphins doesn't appear to be in jeopardy at this point.

On Tuesday, ESPN released its list of Top 10 Defensive Tackles in the NFL and DeForest Buckner ranks No. 8 in the entire league. That’s good news since they did give up a first-round pick for ...

Texans should trade for Colts’ DeForest Buckner before Week 1 of 2025 season to strengthen defensive front and boost Super Bowl chances.

Oregon defensive end Deforest Buckner culminated a dominant 2015 campaign by claiming the Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year honor Tuesday night. The Oregon senior, who is projected to go in the ...

Quenton Nelson admitted it's frustrating to constantly be searching for answers at quarterback, but DeForest Buckner is preaching resilience.