Colts sign Darius Slayton to replace injured Alec Pierce
4 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 1:12 AM
Last updated Sep 22, 2026
The Indianapolis Colts have signed veteran wide receiver Darius Slayton after Alec Pierce was injured. Pierce is expected to miss several weeks due to a heel injury he aggravated recently. Slayton, who previously spent seven seasons with the New York Giants, reunites with quarterback Daniel Jones, with whom he played from 2019 to 2024. The Colts aim to bolster their receiving corps with Slayton, who brings experience and speed, filling a crucial role while Pierce is sidelined for an uncertain timeframe as he heals.
- •Colts sign Darius Slayton after Alec Pierce's injury.
- •Pierce expected to be out for several weeks.
- •Slayton played seven seasons with the Giants.
- •He has chemistry with quarterback Daniel Jones.
- •Colts aim to sustain offensive performance.
- 1:12 AMYahoo Sports — Darius Slayton agrees to terms with Colts
- 1:11 AMYahoo Sports — Why did Colts sign free agent WR Darius Slayton?
- 1:04 AMYahoo Sports — Colts signing ex-Giants WR Darius Slayton, here's how he fits
- 1:00 AMYahoo Sports — Colts sign Darius Slayton after Alec Pierce injury
"With receiver Alec Pierce expected to miss at least several weeks after aggravating his surgically repaired heel, the Colts need help at the position.
"The Colts are reportedly signing free agent WR Darius Slayton. Here is a look at why that move was made, along with what else you need to know.
"The Colts are adding receiver Darius Slayton, reuniting him with Daniel Jones after six seasons together in New York.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 22, 2026, 1:12 AMDarius Slayton agrees to terms with Colts
With receiver Alec Pierce expected to miss at least several weeks after aggravating his surgically repaired heel, the Colts need help at the position.
- Yahoo SportsSep 22, 2026, 1:11 AMWhy did Colts sign free agent WR Darius Slayton?
The Colts are reportedly signing free agent WR Darius Slayton. Here is a look at why that move was made, along with what else you need to know.
- Yahoo SportsSep 22, 2026, 1:04 AMColts signing ex-Giants WR Darius Slayton, here's how he fits
The Colts are signing Darius Slayton, a productive receiver with the Giants. Here's how he fits the WR depth chart
- Yahoo SportsSep 22, 2026, 1:00 AMColts sign Darius Slayton after Alec Pierce injury
The Colts are adding receiver Darius Slayton, reuniting him with Daniel Jones after six seasons together in New York.
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