Colts Get Bad News on New WR1 Alec Pierce Ahead of Camp
Summary
The Indianapolis Colts placed their top wide receiver Alec Pierce on the Physically Unable to Perform list due to ankle surgery recovery. Pierce is expected to miss at least part of the upcoming season as he continues to heal from an injury that got worse during last year’s games.Key Facts
- The Colts traded their former leading receiver Michael Pittman Jr. to the Pittsburgh Steelers.
- Alec Pierce received a four-year, $114 million contract extension in March 2026.
- Pierce led the Colts with 1,003 receiving yards and six touchdowns in the 2025 season.
- He had ankle surgery after the 2025 season to fix an injury present since 2024.
- The Colts put Pierce on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list before training camp.
- Recovery time from his surgery is estimated at four to six months.
- If Pierce stays on the PUP list past August 30, he will miss at least the first four games of the 2026 season.
- Quarterback Daniel Jones is also recovering from a torn Achilles, making Pierce’s absence a concern for the team.
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