Buckner's Return Boosts Colts' Defense

0:00On April 22nd, Colts' defensive tackle to Forest Buckner is aiming to return for training camp after dealing with a nagging neck injury. The 32-year-old star first got hurt in week 9 last season against the Pittsburgh Steelers came back briefly in week 16 versus the San. Francisco 49ers, but ended up needing surgery and season-ending injured reserve. He pushed through 10 games in 2025, racking up 47 tackles with 30 solo, 9 tackles for loss and 4 sacks. Numbers that kept the Colts front strong until it all went south. Fans in the team see Buckner as a cornerstone, pairing perfectly with Grover Stewart to form one of the league's top interior duos. Without him fully healthy, the defense took a hit, but his leadership and playmaking are irreplaceable. The Colts added depth by grabbing Colby Wooden from the Green Bay Packers and bringing back fourth-year guy Aidae Atabormore, setting up a solid. Rotation? If Buckner hits the field fresh in camp, Liu and Arumo's rebuild defense could lock

1:01down opponents and push this squad deep into the playoffs.