Overview
- Head coach Shane Steichen said Buckner’s surgery to repair a herniated disk and compressed nerve was successful.
- On Instagram, Buckner quoted James 1:2–4 and wrote, “Next season, I will be complete,” indicating his intent to play in 2026.
- Buckner briefly returned in December, re-aggravated the neck injury against San Francisco, then was placed on injured reserve and had surgery days later.
- He was spotted in a neck brace during locker cleanout as he begins early rehab, which included reported stem‑cell injections in Panama.
- He appeared in 10 games this season during a seven-game team skid after his departure and he has one year remaining on his Colts deal for 2026.