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Colts activate WR Alec Pierce from PUP list ahead of practice

9 sources • 2 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:12 PM

Last updated Aug 27, 2026

Colts activate WR Alec Pierce from PUP list ahead of practice

Summary

The Indianapolis Colts activated wide receiver Alec Pierce from the physically unable to perform list on August 27, 2026. Pierce is set to practice for the first time this offseason after undergoing ankle surgery in March. His absence during training camp has been felt, as his deep-threat capability is crucial for the Colts' offense. The team signed Pierce to a four-year, $114 million contract in the spring, highlighting his value following the trade of Michael Pittman Jr. Pierce’s return is seen as a key development as the Colts prepare for the regular season.

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Status Watch

•Alec Pierce activated from PUP list on August 27, 2026.
•Pierce missed training camp due to ankle surgery in March.
•He signed a four-year, $114 million contract this spring.
•Colts traded Michael Pittman Jr. to accommodate Pierce's contract.
•Pierce is expected to practice ahead of the regular season.

Latest Updates

6:35 PMYahoo Sports — Colts activate top receiver Alec Pierce from physically unable to perform list after ankle surgery
5:12 PMYahoo Sports — Colts WR Alec Pierce activated from PUP list
3:50 PMESPN — Source: Colts activating No. 1 WR Pierce off PUP
3:39 PMYahoo Sports — Colts remove Alec Pierce from active/physically unable to perform list
2:40 PMYahoo Sports — Colts WR Alec Pierce activated from PUP list, set to practice for first time this offseason
2:32 PMYahoo Sports — Colts activate Alec Pierce off PUP list
2:31 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Colts WR Alec Pierce coming off PUP, available to practice

What they're saying

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The Indianapolis Colts activated receiver Alec Pierce from the physically unable to perform list Thursday, two days before their final preseason game against the Detroit Lions. Pierce had surgery on his left ankle in March after signing a four-year contract extension worth $114 million. “We talked with the doctors, and I think we determined surgery was the smartest play for the long term,” Pierce said then.
— Yahoo Sports

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A month after he was placed on physically unable to perform list, Colts WR Alec Pierce was activated Thursday. He'll practice for the first time this offseason
— Yahoo Sports