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Packers Trade Pitch Targets Colts’ 3-Time Pro Bowler for 4th-Round Pick

Indianapolis' front-office shakeup and Buckner's frustration have sparked a new trade proposal that could help Green Bay's injury-hit defense.

By Shane Shoemaker · Heavy

Published: Wednesday, 21 October 2026 at 12:30 PM

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A trade pitch proposes the Green Bay Packers acquire Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner for a 2027 fourth-round pick.
The proposed deal would be a trade sending the three-time Pro Bowler to Green Bay on an expiring contract.
Colts general manager Chris Ballard was fired following a 2-4 start, sparking speculation about potential veteran departures.

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Bleacher Report's Kristopher Knox proposed a trade pitching the Green Bay Packers to acquire Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner for a 2027 fourth-round draft pick. The pitch follows Indianapolis's decision to fire general manager Chris Ballard after a 2-4 start, which has fueled speculation that the Colts might trade veterans before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.

The 32-year-old three-time Pro Bowler is in the final year of his contract, recording 26 tackles and four sacks through six games. Green Bay could seek defensive tackle reinforcements after losing Javon Hargrave to a season-ending Achilles injury and placing Jonathan Ford on injured reserve.

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Packers Trade Pitch Targets Colts’ 3-Time Pro Bowler for 4th-Round Pick

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