Colts WR Alec Pierce continues recovery for potential 2026 season return
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 7:14 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce remains on a recovery plan for his reinjured left heel after being seen in a press box using a scooter and a heavy cast. Head coach Shane Steichen stated that Pierce will not undergo surgery and is focused on rehabilitation. Pierce, placed on injured reserve, is expected to miss at least three games, with hopes for a midseason return. While he contributed only 5 receptions for 72 yards in the first two games, his absence affects the team's offensive dynamics, prompting some adjustments as they adapt without his deep-threat capabilities.
- •Alec Pierce is recovering from a reinjured left heel.
- •No surgery is planned, focusing on rest and rehab.
- •Pierce has been placed on injured reserve, missing at least the next three games.
- •Colts are adapting their offensive strategy without Pierce's deep-threat capabilities.
- •His absence is felt in the team's passing game performance statistics.
- 7:14 PMYahoo Sports — No change on plans for Colts WR Alec Pierce’s means for recovery, but still hopeful for season return
"The status quo hasn’t changed regarding Alec Piece’s means for recovery of his reinjured heel.
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