{
  "id": 16488113,
  "title": "NFL Insider Links 49ers to Star DT With Trade Deadline Looming",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/25/nfl-insider-links-49ers-to-star-dt-with-trade-deadline-looming",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-25T15:10:35.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/sports/nfl/nfl-insider-links-49ers-to-star-dt-with-trade-deadline-looming-12616008"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The San Francisco 49ers, who have a perfect 6-0 record this season, are being linked to a star defensive tackle, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The team is rumored to be interested in reuniting with Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner. Buckner played for the 49ers from 2016 to 2019, which means the 49ers would be familiar with his playstyle. With the 49ers defense in need of a boost, it would make sense to bring back a player they know well. Buckner has been a major force in the league, posting 26 sacks in just six games with the Colts this season. If the 49ers were to acquire Buckner, it would be a significant upgrade for their roster.",
  "summary": "The San Francisco 49ers are being linked to Indianapolis Colts star defensive tackle DeForest Buckner ahead of the deadline.",
  "key_points": [
    "San Francisco 49ers linked to DeForest Buckner trade",
    "Buckner previously played for 49ers 2016-2019",
    "Buckner leads league with 26 sacks this season"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}