Nick Wagoner, ESPN NFL reporter, notes that 49ers general manager John Lynch acquired defensive tackle De Forest Buckner from the Colts, the first of what could be several deadline moves. The 6-1 Niners, unable to consistently rush the passer and dealing with defensive line injuries, reunited with Buckner, a 2016 seventh-overall pick Lynch previously called the "toughest thing" he had done. The trade sent a 2027 fourth-round pick to Indianapolis.
Upon the announcement, tight end George Kittle, fullback Kyle Juszczyk and wideout Deebo Samuel Sr. celebrated on social media. Veteran offensive tackle Trent Williams, 38, acknowledged the team's urgency, stating veterans wouldn't mind "swinging for the fences." Williams added that players value proven products over draft capital gamble. With the bye week to evaluate the roster, a key question remains: will the 49ers make even more big moves before the Nov. 10 trade deadline?.
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