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49ers Reacquire DeForest Buckner, Clear Roster Spot for Return

The move addresses interior pass-rush shortfalls and signals San Francisco will keep pursuing receiver and line help before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.

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Cornerback Jack Jones, shown breaking up a pass during a game against the Broncos on Oct. 4, had a rough outing for the 49ers on Sunday in Atlanta. On Wednesday, he was released by the team.
With the Los Angeles Chargers sporting an 0-6 record, wide receiver Quentin Johnston (1) could be available on the trade market. 
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (2) has requested a trade and might be a with the 49ers.

Overview

  • The 49ers traded a 2027 fourth-round pick to the Indianapolis Colts to bring defensive tackle DeForest Buckner back to San Francisco, a deal reported and confirmed late Tuesday.
  • To open a 53-man roster spot for Buckner the team released cornerback Jack Jones after his difficult outing in the Week 7 loss to the Atlanta Falcons.
  • San Francisco signed veteran defensive lineman Kevin Givens to the practice squad and released wide receiver Malik Turner from the practice squad as part of Tuesday’s roster adjustments.
  • The Buckner addition plugs an interior pass-rush need created by injuries and a low pressure total in the Falcons game and should pair with returning pieces such as Nick Bosa to improve the front seven.
  • Colts roster moves and reported player trade requests have created a seller market the 49ers are watching, and coach Kyle Shanahan and GM John Lynch said they remain likely buyers with receiver and edge help identified as top targets.