Alec Pierce expected to miss several weeks rehabbing heel injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 12:36 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
Alec Pierce is anticipated to miss multiple weeks as he rehabilitates an aggravated heel injury. The Colts wide receiver, who previously had surgery on the injury, is likely to go on injured reserve. While the goal is to rehabilitate without undergoing another surgery, this remains uncertain. His absence will impact the Colts' offense, requiring increased contributions from teammates like Josh Downs and Keenan Allen. Pierce had a breakout 2025 season, finishing with over 1,000 receiving yards.
- •Pierce will attempt to rehab instead of immediate surgery.
- •Indianapolis plans to place him on injured reserve.
- •He previously had surgery due to similar issues earlier this year.
- •Pierce had over 1,000 receiving yards last season.
- •Colts will rely more on other receivers during his recovery.
- 12:36 AMYahoo Sports — Alec Pierce expected to head to IR, will attempt rehab before considering surgery
"Alec Pierce is expected to miss several weeks as he rehabs his heel injury, with a midseason return still possible.
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