"Buckner was once again a top-10 interior defender in PFF overall grade (81.7) in 2024," wrote Sikkema. "He also places sixth at the position with 0.85 PFF WAR over the past three seasons.

He also logged an overall grade of 81.9 and 33 stops. Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle DeForest Buckner (99) prepares for the game at MetLife Stadium, Sunday, November 17, 2024, in East Rutherford.

Indianapolis Colts' defensive tackle DeForest Buckner spoke with the media on Tuesday. When discussing the play of the defense during the 2024 season, Buckner was very honest about what took place ...

Oregon defensive end Deforest Buckner culminated a dominant 2015 campaign by claiming the Pac-12 Defensive Player of the Year honor Tuesday night. The Oregon senior, who is projected to go in the ...

In 2024, Buckner earned a 73.9 run defense grade from PFF, while Stewart received a 78.7 run defense grade. Both were in the top 11 defensive linemen in the league out of 219 eligible players.

"Buckner was once again a top-10 interior defender in PFF overall grade (81.7) in 2024," wrote Sikkema. "He also places sixth at the position with 0.85 PFF WAR over the past three seasons.