The event or deadline described in this report has passed. This article remains available as archived coverage; check the organizer for current dates and availability.
Colts say DeForest Buckner cleared from neck injury, set to play Week 1 vs. Ravens
On Sept. 10, 2026 the Indianapolis Colts announced defensive tackle DeForest Buckner had been cleared to practice and was expected to play in the team’s Sept. 13, 2026 season opener against the Baltimore Ravens after rehabbing a herniated neck disc and surgery.
On Sept. 10, 2026 the Indianapolis Colts announced defensive tackle DeForest Buckner had been cleared to participate in practice and was expected to play in the team’s Sept. 13, 2026 season opener against the Baltimore Ravens. The club and Buckner described his activity as ramping up through training camp and the preseason after a multi-month recovery.
The article traces Buckner’s injury timeline: he first felt neck trouble during the Nov. 2, 2025 game at Pittsburgh, lost strength by Nov. 5, 2025 and was placed on injured reserve. After a brief return in Week 16 he re-aggravated the injury, was moved to season-ending injured reserve the day after Christmas 2025, underwent surgery five days later, and was cleared to join training camp on July 27, 2026.
BusinessIndy examines this development and its implications for Indiana businesses and communities using the linked sources.
Related coverage
- Colts kicker Spencer Shrader delivers late game-winning FGs despite groin injury; Indianapolis team moves to 1-2
- Colts’ 19–17 win over Texans sparks celebration for Lucas Oil Stadium tailgating community
- Indianapolis Motor Speedway notes death of Gordon Johncock, two-time Indy 500 winner, at 90