Alec Pierce expected to play for Colts in season opener against Baltimore

Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirmed that wide receiver Alec Pierce is expected to play in the team's season opener against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. Pierce missed the majority of training camp while recovering from offseason ankle surgery performed in late March. The receiver, who recorded 1,003 yards on 47 catches during the 2025 season, began participating in full-team drills after being activated on August 27. Steichen noted that Pierce will continue to take practice repetitions this week to prepare for his role in the offense. The team managed his recovery carefully to ensure he returned at full health, opting to hold him out of preseason action. His return is considered significant for the Colts' passing attack, as the staff views him as a primary deep threat capable of stretching opposing secondaries.

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