Went through pregame work but will not play today.
Alec Pierce
Wide receiver for the Indianapolis Colts
Last updated
2026 season
Season projection
IND · WR · WR1
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These are full-season estimates, last updated August 30, 2026. For this week’s matchups and injury status, see Week 2 projections.
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Latest news · 25 reports
Returned to practice for the first time since March ankle and heel surgery and is on track for Week 1.
Was observed limping, but did not confirm an injury.
Positioned as Indianapolis' WR1 heading into the regular season.
Doing individual work away from team drills while ramping up after months sidelined.
Made his first catch of practice.
Activated from the PUP list today and is on track to play in the Sept. 13 season opener.
Will need time to regain football conditioning before returning.
Was the subject of positive injury news from Indianapolis.
Remains on the PUP list, with a change expected later this week.
Expected to return to practice this week if all goes as planned while recovering from an ankle issue.
Won't practice today while dealing with an ankle/heel issue, though he could return later this week.
Not expected to play tonight while recovering from left ankle and heel surgery.
The Colts will determine his availability by Sunday.
Working out; Colts expect him ready for Week 1.
Out today on the PUP list, managing an ankle.
Sidelined with an ankle injury.
Not practicing, on PUP list rehabbing an ankle.
Remains out of practice, continuing recovery from left ankle surgery.
Dealing with an ankle issue; Ballard offered no clarity on severity or timeline.
Had surgery in March with a projected 4-6 month recovery; still within that window as of August.
Rehabbing left ankle surgery, doing individual work with a trainer.
Received a second PRP injection for his ankle; multiple injections are a standard approach to accelerate healing from this type of injury.
Out following left ankle surgery.
Has not practiced all summer, recovering from off-season ankle surgery.