DeForest Buckner is absolutely fed up with the Indianapolis Colts. The man poured out his frustration after last week’s brutal loss to the previously-winless Titans, flat out saying, “I’m sick and tired of the same song and dance every year.” Talk about a gut punch from one of your best players.
The Frustration Is Real, And It’s Getting Louder
Buckner doubled down on that frustration after Sunday’s loss to the still-undefeated Vikings, repeating, “I’m frustrated.” You can practically hear the steam coming out of his ears. This isn’t just a bad loss, this is a deep-seated anger at the team’s struggles, which have them sitting at a dismal 2-5. When a veteran leader starts dropping lines like “sick and tired of the same song and dance,” you know things are spiraling. It’s a statement that tells you everything you need to know about the locker room vibe right now.
Contract Year Drama: Trade Deadline Looms Large
Here’s where it gets even spicier: Buckner is in the final year of his contract. That November 10 trade deadline? It’s coming fast, and his name is officially in the mix. The 49ers, who originally traded him to the Colts back in 2020, are even being floated as a potential landing spot. Financially, he earned a cool $10 million roster bonus back in March, and he’s got a $13 million base salary, with $7.94 million still owed to him over the next 11 weeks. The Colts have a massive decision coming up. They’re staring down games against the Jaguars and the Cowboys before that deadline hits. Do they wait until after Week 8 or 9, hoping for a miracle turn-around, or do they just bite the bullet and accept an offer if one’s on the table now? This next couple of weeks could redefine that franchise.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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