The Indianapolis Colts just hit a major speed bump with wide receiver Alec Pierce landing on the active/physically unable to perform list, and this ain’t no minor tweak, folks. This is a guy who just re-signed for a whopping four years and $114 million, and his ongoing left ankle issues are now casting a shadow over his big deal and the Colts’ upcoming season.
Alec Pierce’s Ankle Nightmare Continues
Talk about a gut punch. Pierce’s journey to get this ankle right has been a long one, dating all the way back to 2024. He even tried a platelet-rich plasma treatment back in January that just didn’t get the job done. So, he went under the knife in March for surgery, and the recovery timeline? A tough four to six months. That means he’s sidelined deep into training camp, still rehabbing while his teammates are grinding. Last season, Pierce was balling out, hitting career highs with 47 receptions, 1,003 yards, and six touchdowns. He earned that massive contract, but now, it feels like the team is waiting to see if they’ll actually get the player they paid for, or if this ankle problem is gonna linger. Being on the PUP list means he can come back as soon as he passes a physical, but that Aug. 30 roster cut-down deadline is looming. Every day he’s not out there is a day he’s not connecting with his QB, not building chemistry. That’s a huge deal for a guy who’s supposed to be a cornerstone of their offense.
CJ Allen and Lincoln Pare Also Sidelined
It’s not just Pierce either. The Colts are dealing with other bumps and bruises already. Linebacker CJ Allen also found himself on the active/PUP list after tweaking a calf in a workout. Good news for Colts fans, though: James Boyd of TheAthletic.com reports that it’s not believed to be a long-term injury. Hopefully, he’ll be back on the field soon and not miss too much time getting ready. In another move, the Colts waived undrafted running back Lincoln Pare with a non-football injury. While Pare wasn’t a big name, any player on the sidelines is a missed opportunity for evaluation, especially this early.
These early injury reports are never what you want to see for any team gearing up for a tough NFL season. For Pierce, the stakes are sky-high after that huge contract, and the Colts need him healthy and on the field to justify that investment and compete. Every passing day is critical. They’re all hoping Pierce can pass his physical well before that Aug. 30 cut-down and get back to being the playmaker they desperately need. This is a crucial stretch for their overall team health and setting the tone for what’s ahead.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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