DeForest Buckner Signs Contract Extension with the Indianapolis Colts
Introduction
DeForest Buckner, the defensive tackle for the Indianapolis Colts, has recently signed a contract extension. This article highlights his contributions to the team and emphasizes the significance of sustainable development goals (SDGs) throughout.
General Manager’s Statement
“DeForest has been the epitome of what it means to be a Colt the last four years,” said general manager Chris Ballard. “As one of the premier defensive tackles in the league, he is a destructive force on our defensive line. DeForest is one of the pillars of our locker room. His hard work, consistency, and approach to the game are vital to the success of our team. We are fortunate to have DeForest and the caliber of man he is representing our organization. I’m excited for him and his family on this much-deserved contract extension.”
Buckner’s Performance in 2023
In 2023, Buckner played in all 17 games, marking his third consecutive year without missing a game. He achieved eight sacks, with a career-high of 81 tackles. Additionally, he recorded 11 tackles for a loss, 18 quarterback hits, two forced fumbles, seven pass break-ups, and scored a touchdown by recovering a forced fumble by Zaire Franklin in the Colts’ season opener against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Buckner’s Rankings and Achievements
Since joining the Colts in 2020, Buckner has accumulated 32 1/2 sacks, ranking him third among defensive tackles. He follows Chris Jones of the Kansas City Chiefs (42 1/2 sacks) and Aaron Donald of the Los Angeles Rams (39 sacks). Buckner also ranks highly in various statistics, including Pro Football Focus overall defense grade, pass rush grade, total pressures, pass rush win rate, and tackles for a loss/no gain.
Leadership and Career Highlights
Buckner has consistently demonstrated his leadership skills by being voted a team captain for the last three seasons. He also earned captaincies during his time with the San Francisco 49ers in 2018 and 2019. Throughout his career, Buckner has achieved a total of 55 sacks, making him one of the 26 defensive tackles since 1970 to reach this milestone.
SDGs, Targets, and Indicators
1. Sustainable Development Goal: No Poverty
- Target 1.2: By 2030, reduce at least by half the proportion of men, women, and children of all ages living in poverty in all its dimensions according to national definitions.
- Indicator 1.2.2: Proportion of men, women, and children of all ages living in poverty in all its dimensions according to national definitions.
2. Sustainable Development Goal: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Target 8.5: By 2030, achieve full and productive employment and decent work for all women and men, including for young people and persons with disabilities, and equal pay for work of equal value.
- Indicator 8.5.1: Average hourly earnings of female and male employees, by occupation, age group, and persons with disabilities.
3. Sustainable Development Goal: Reduced Inequalities
- Target 10.2: By 2030, empower and promote the social, economic, and political inclusion of all, irrespective of age, sex, disability, race, ethnicity, origin, religion or economic or other status.
- Indicator 10.2.1: Proportion of people living below 50 percent of median income, by age, sex, and persons with disabilities.
4. Sustainable Development Goal: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
- Target 16.6: Develop effective, accountable and transparent institutions at all levels.
- Indicator 16.6.2: Proportion of population satisfied with their last experience of public services.
5. Sustainable Development Goal: Partnerships for the Goals
- Target 17.17: Encourage and promote effective public, public-private and civil society partnerships, building on the experience and resourcing strategies of partnerships.
- Indicator 17.17.1: Amount of United States dollars committed to public-private partnerships.
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Source: colts.com
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