Chris Ballard confirms Alec Pierce did not receive second PRP injection

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 2:39 PM

Last updated Aug 11, 2026

Chris Ballard confirms Alec Pierce did not receive second PRP injection

Summary

Colts General Manager Chris Ballard clarified on August 11 that receiver Alec Pierce did not have a second platelet-rich plasma injection for his ankle recovery, contradicting earlier reports. Ballard stated that Pierce had his first PRP injection in January and underwent surgery in March. He emphasized that there is no second injection, and Pierce is expected to be available for the start of the regular season. Pierce was present at joint practice with the Patriots on Tuesday, working with a trainer.

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•Alec Pierce did not receive a second PRP injection, per Chris Ballard.
•Pierce had an initial PRP injection in January and surgery in March.
•He is expected to be ready for the regular season.
•Pierce attended joint practice with the Patriots on August 11.

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2:39 PMYahoo Sports — Chris Ballard: Alec Pierce did not receive second PRP injection

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Colts General Manager Chris Ballard said on Tuesday that receiver Alec Pierce did not, in fact, have a second platelet-rich plasma injection to speed up the healing of his ankle, according to multiple reporters.
— Yahoo Sports

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