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DeForest Buckner to 49ers fans: ‘The Faithful will always have a special place in my heart’
Mar 16, 2020 at 2:55 PM
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Defensive tackle DeForest Buckner was a favorite among San Francisco 49ers fans. He will continue his career with the Indianapolis Colts after the Niners traded the 25-year-old for the No. 13 overall pick in next month's draft.
Buckner, always a class act, posted the following goodbye message via Instagram to the team and its fans.
I want to thank the 49ers Organization for taking a chance on me 4 years ago. You've given me the opportunity to live my dream and start my own legacy. It's been one hell of a journey, from 2-14 my rookie year to the Super Bowl this past season. Looking back on everything, I can proudly say that every time I stepped on the field I gave it everything I had. Win or Lose I was always proud to wear the Red and Gold. I've built so many lifelong relationships with coaches, teammates, staff members, and fans in the Bay Area. I just want to thank you all for helping me grow as a man, friend, and teammate. The Faithful will always have a special place in my heart.
Buckner played four seasons with San Francisco, accumulating 263 tackles, 28.5 sacks, 11 passes defensed, and three forced fumbles along the way. He added 2.5 sacks this past postseason on the way to a Super Bowl appearance.
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