The Indianapolis Colts are optimistic that defensive tackle DeForest Buckner can recover from his neck injury in time to play again this season, per FOX59’s Mike Chappell.

Buckner went down in Week 9 and landed on injured reserve shortly after.

The exact nature of his injury was not disclosed, but neck issues are always cause for concern.

He has been rehabbing at the team’s facility in Indianapolis with the goal of returning this season, though the team has not issued a timeline.

DeForest Buckner (neck) is rehabbing at Colts complex. Shane Steichen very optimistic he returns at some point this season. On IR and must miss 2 more games. — Mike Chappell (@mchappell51) November 21, 2025

Injury interrupted another dominant season for DeForest Buckner

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