Alec Pierce may return to Colts practice later this week
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 3:39 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Indianapolis Colts receiver Alec Pierce could return to practice later this week, according to head coach Shane Steichen. Pierce has been sidelined due to offseason ankle surgery but is not expected to remain on the physically unable to perform list. Steichen indicated that the team anticipates having him available for the early part of the season, potentially even Week 1. Additionally, cornerback Charvarius Ward is expected to return to practice today after dealing with a back issue.
- •Pierce underwent offseason ankle surgery.
- •Steichen confirmed Pierce may practice later this week.
- •The Colts have no plans to keep Pierce on the PUP list.
- •Pierce signed a four-year, $114 million deal in March.
- •Charvarius Ward returns to practice after a back issue.
- 3:39 PMYahoo Sports — Alec Pierce may return to practice this week
"There is some positive news on the injury front for the Colts.
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