DECEMBER 4 • COLTS.COM
ALEC PIERCE #14 - WIDE RECEIVER - INDIANAPOLIS COLTS
645 YDS •
29 REC •
5 TD
645 YDS
29 REC
5 TD
Bye week stats: Fourth quarter Colts, Alec Pierce's complete season, Zaire Franklin could break his own record again As the Colts settle into their Week 14 bye, here are a few notable developments and things we've learned over the first 13 games of the 2024...
Why NFL's My Cause, My Cleats games mean just a little bit more to Colts WR Alec Pierce The wide receiver has scored a touchdown in all three My Cause, My Cleats games he's played in.
DECEMBER 2 • COLTS.COM
Hauls in late TD Pierce caught two of six targets for 16 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 25-24 win over the Patriots.
Impact The third-year wideout dealt with a foot injury in practice this week, and while he was eventually cleared to play, Pierce appeared headed for a very quiet day until he caught a three-yard TD from Anthony Richardson with just 12 seconds left in the fourth quarter for what seemed to be the tying score. Rather than sending the game to overtime with an extra point though, coach Shane Steichen put the ball in Richardson's hands, and the young QB ran in a two-point conversion for the win. The touchdown was Pierce's fifth of the season after he managed only four across his first two NFL campaigns, and he'll get a bye in Week 14 to let his foot heal further.
DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
HIGHLIGHT: Alec Pierce catches for a 3-yard Touchdown vs. New England Patriots Alec Pierce catches for a 3-yard Touchdown vs. New England Patriots, 12/01/2024
DECEMBER 1 • COLTS.COM
HIGHLIGHT: Anthony Richardson sidearms 13-yard pass to Pierce Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson steps up between New England Patriots defenders and throws a 13-yard sidearm pass to wide...
DECEMBER 1 • COLTS.COM
Colts WR Alec Pierce, Patriots S Jabrill Peppers back for Sunday matchup The Indianapolis Colts will have wide receiver Alec Pierce back on the field as they visit the New England Patriots, who will see the return...
DECEMBER 1 • SACBEE.COM
Active versus New England Pierce (foot) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Patriots.
Impact Following back-to-back 'DNP' listings, Pierce was deemed a full participant in his return to practice Friday before approaching Sunday's contest listed as questionable. With his availability versus New England confirmed, barring any setbacks Pierce should play a key role in the Colts passing offense alongside Michael Pittman and Adonai Mitchell, with fellow wideouts Josh Downs (shoulder) and Ashton Dulin (ankle) both inactive. Though he's been a hit-or-miss fantasy option of late, the absence of Downs could provide Pierce (who overall has compiled a 27/629/4 receiving line on 48 targets through 12 games) with added Week 13 opportunities.
DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Expected to suit up Sunday Pierce (foot), who is questionable for Sunday's Week 13 battle against New England, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact Pierce didn't practice at all Wednesday or Thursday but was able to log a full session Friday. That was a good omen heading into the weekend, and it appears the third-year wideout will be able to play Sunday. Though Pierce has a modest eight catches over his past three games, half of those have gone for at least 20 yards, emphasizing the deep-ball threat he poses for opposing defenses.
DECEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
Alec Pierce injury update: Latest news on Colts wide receiver in Week 13 | Sporting News Here's the latest update on Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce's foot injury entering Week 13.
NOVEMBER 30 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Questionable after full practice Pierce (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Patriots despite practicing without limitations Friday.
Impact Pierce was a full participant in his return to practice Friday after logging DNPs on Wednesday and Thursday, but he still carries an injury designation into Sunday's game against New England. His return Friday was an encouraging development, and Pierce appears more likely than not to suit up as part of a Colts passing game that will be without wide receivers Josh Downs (shoulder) and Ashton Dulin (ankle).
NOVEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE
Not practicing Thursday Pierce (foot) didn't participate in practice Thursday, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Impact Pierce was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's practice estimate, so his absence from Thursday's session puts the focus on what he's able to do Friday in terms of his chances of playing Sunday against the Patriots. With Josh Downs (shoulder) also having logged consecutive 'DNPs,' Michael Pittman and Adonai Mitchell are currently the Colts' top healthy wideout options.
NOVEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
Estimated as DNP on Wednesday Pierce (foot) was listed as DNP on Wednesday's estimated practice report.
Impact The foot issue is new for Pierce, and it's especially notable with Josh Downs (shoulder) and Ashton Dulin (ankle) also listed as DNP on Wednesday's estimation. If none of the three were cleared to play Sunday against New England, Michael Pittman and Adonai Mitchell would be in line for heavy wide receiver usage.
NOVEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE
Only reception goes for 39 yards Pierce had one reception (four targets) for 39 yards in Sunday's 24-6 loss to the Lions.
Impact Pierce finished as the Colts' second-leading receiver in a game where quarterback Anthony Richardson completed just 11 pass attempts. The 24-year-old Pierce did set a new career high in receiving yards (629) despite his one-catch performance. Pierce has performed well overall given the murky QB situation in Indianapolis, keeping him in the conversation for deeper formats against the Patriots next Sunday.
NOVEMBER 24 • ROTOWIRE
HIGHLIGHT: Can't-Miss Play: Anthony Richardson's 40-yard DIME drops to Alec Pierce Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson's 40-yard DIME drops to wide receiver Alec Pierce against the Detroit Lions.
NOVEMBER 24 • COLTS.COM
Long catch aids game-winning drive Pierce caught three of four targets for 74 yards in Sunday's 28-27 win over the Jets.
Impact The majority of Pierce's yardage came on a 39-yard catch on the last Colts possession, which set up Anthony Richardson's game-winning rushing touchdown in the final minute. Pierce's ability to make big gains down the field has been his calling card all season, as he came into Sunday's game leading all qualified receivers with 22.4 yards per catch. He needs just three receiving yards in Week 12 against the Lions to match his career high of 593 from his rookie season in 2022.
NOVEMBER 17 • ROTOWIRE
HIGHLIGHT: Anthony Richardson pinpoints Alec Pierce for 19-yard gain Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson pinpoints wide receiver Alec Pierce for 19-yard gain.
NOVEMBER 17 • COLTS.COM
HIGHLIGHT: Anthony Richardson dials up a deep pass to Alec Pierce for 39-yard gain in fourth quarter Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson dials up a deep pass to wide receiver Alec Pierce for 39-yard gain in fourth quarter.
NOVEMBER 17 • COLTS.COM
Catches late TD in loss Pierce secured four of seven targets for 81 yards and a touchdown in the Colts' 30-20 loss to the Bills on Sunday.
Impact Pierce recorded a team-high yardage total and checked in second in targets, an extension of a resurgent season for the third-year pro. Pierce also tallied his career-high fourth touchdown of the campaign on a 10-yard pass from Joe Flacco with two seconds remaining, a score that still carried plenty of meaning for fantasy managers. Pierce benefited from the absence of Michael Pittman (back) in Sunday's game, but he should continue in a solid complementary role at minimum even if Pittman returns for a Week 11 road matchup against the Jets.
NOVEMBER 11 • ROTOWIRE
HIGHLIGHT: Alec Pierce makes spinning 'Toe Drag Swag' catch for 23 yards Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce makes a spinning "Toe Drag Swag" catch for 23 yards against the Buffalo Bills.
NOVEMBER 10 • COLTS.COM
HIGHLIGHT: Alec Pierce makes a nifty high-point snag for an INDY TD Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce makes a nifty high-point snag for a Colts touchdown against the Buffalo Bills.
NOVEMBER 10 • COLTS.COM
HIGHLIGHT: Joe Flacco slings 32-yard dime across field to Alec Pierce Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco slings a 32-yard dime across field to wide receiver Alec Pierce against the Buffalo Bills.
NOVEMBER 10 • COLTS.COM
HIGHLIGHT: Joe Flacco flicks pass to Alec Pierce for a 16-yard gain Indianapolis Colts quarterback Joe Flacco flicks pass to wide receiver Alec Pierce for a 16-yard gain against the Buffalo Bills.
NOVEMBER 10 • COLTS.COM
Makes three catches in loss Pierce caught all three of his targets for 41 yards in Sunday's 21-13 loss to the Vikings.
Impact Pierce's 41 receiving yards were second on the team behind Josh Downs' 60, while no teammate had more than 22. After posting 368 receiving yards and three touchdowns on 17 targets through Week 5, Pierce has cooled off with only 67 yards and no touchdowns on 16 targets over the last four games. Getting back on track won't be easy in Week 10 against a Bills defense that tends to limit the big downfield plays on which Pierce thrives.
NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
Just one reception in loss Pierce had one reception for 15 yards on four targets in Sunday's loss at Houston.
Impact Pierce was able to get open deep several times but quarterback Anthony Richardson struggled to make accurate passes to make a connection. Pierce remains one of Anthony Richardson's favorite targets but is going to be a boom-or-bust option for fantasy purposes each week as is he's mostly a deep threat in the offense.
OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
Just one reception in loss Pierce had one reception for 15 yards on four targets in Sunday's loss at Houston.
Impact Pierce was able to get open deep several times but quarterback Anthony Richardson struggled to make accurate passes to make a connection. Pierce remains one of Anthony Richardson's favorite targets but is going to be a boom-or-bust option for fantasy purposes each week as is he's mostly a deep threat in the offense.
OCTOBER 28 • ROTOWIRE
