Shane Steichen optimistic about Alec Pierce's return to practice
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 4:20 PM
Last updated Aug 25, 2026
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen provided an encouraging update on wide receiver Alec Pierce as he recovers from ankle surgery. Pierce remains on the Physically Unable to Perform list but Steichen expressed hope that he could begin practicing as soon as this week. The Colts are preparing for their Week 1 home matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, with Pierce's return potentially crucial for their offensive performance. If not ready, Ashton Dulin is set to take on the starting role in his absence.
- •Alec Pierce is recovering from offseason ankle surgery.
- •He is currently on the Physically Unable to Perform list.
- •Shane Steichen hopes Pierce can practice this week.
- •Pierce had a breakout season with over 1,000 receiving yards last year.
- •If unavailable, Ashton Dulin will start as his backup.
- 4:20 PMYahoo Sports — Colts' Shane Steichen shares promising update on Alec Pierce's injury recovery
"Here's what we know about Alec Pierce's status for the Colts.
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