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Alec Pierce: Media Availability, September 26 Wide receiver Alec Pierce chats with the media assessing the Colts' Week 3 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Totals 61 yards in return Pierce (concussion) caught three of five targets for 61 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Chiefs.

Impact Pierce returned after missing Week 2 and immediately stepped into the No. 2 wide receiver role behind Michael Pittman, who returned from a quadriceps injury of his own. The rookie second-round pick will look to solidify his spot as Matt Ryan's second option in the passing game Week 4 against a Titans defense that's tied for the most touchdowns allowed to wide receivers with six this season.

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

HIGHLIGHT | Matt Ryan lasers 17-yard pass to Alec Pierce over middle Indianapolis Colts quarterback Matt Ryan lasers a 17-yard pass to wide receiver Alec Pierce over the middle.

SEPTEMBER 25, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Past concussion, will play Sunday Pierce cleared the concussion protocol Thursday and will be available for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.

Impact Pierce picked up the head injury Week 1, when he played 51 percent of the Colts' offensive snaps but was unable to haul in either of his targets. The rookie second-round pick will miss just one game as a result of the injury, and he'll set his sights on his first reception as a pro this weekend.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colts get WRs Michael Pittman Jr., Alec Pierce back on practice field Indianapolis also got DeForest Buckner back on the practice field after the big defensive tackle missed practice all of last week.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Listed as full practice participant Pierce (concussion) practiced fully Wednesday, Mike Chappell of Fox 59 News Indianapolis reports.

Impact Pierce still has to receive clearance from an independent neurologist before exiting the NFL's concussion protocol, but his full practice to begin the week suggests he's on track to do so ahead of Sunday's game against the Chiefs. Meanwhile, top wideout Michael Pittman (quadriceps) returned to practice Wednesday in a limited capacity, which bodes well for his chances of suiting up this weekend.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

On track to practice Pierce (concussion) is slated to practice Wednesday, Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis reports.

Impact Fellow wideout Michael Pittman (quadriceps) is also set to take the field for the Colts' first Week 3 practice session, with head coach Frank Reich expressing optimism that both players will have a good chance to play Sunday against the Chiefs. After being shut out by Jacksonville in Week 2, the Colts offense can use all the help it can get this weekend, and Pierce's anticipated participation in practice Wednesday offers hope that he's progressing through the NFL's concussion protocol.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Texans' Jalen Pitre fined for hit on Colts' Alec Pierce Texans S Jalen Pitre was fined for the hit that caused Alec Pierce’s concussion.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • USATODAY.COM

Houston safety Jalen Pitre fined $9,045 for hit that knocked Alec Pierce out for Sunday Alec Pierce will miss Sunday's game due to a concussion suffered on a hit by Houston safety Jalen Pitre. Pitre was fined for the hit

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

Colts, Jaguars Injury Report: 2 Starters Out, 3 Questionable The Colts’ Shaquille Leonard and Alec Pierce have been ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Jaguars while Michael Pittman Jr., DeForest B...

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Colts' Alec Pierce, Shaquille Leonard Ruled Out vs. Jaguars Colts linebacker Shaquille Leonard and wide receiver Alec Pierce are out for Sunday’s game against the Jaguars.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Won't play in Week 2 Coach Frank Reich relayed Friday that Pierce (concussion) won't play Sunday against the Jaguars, Stephen Holder of ESPN.com reports.

Impact With Pierce not yet able to pass through the NFL's concussion protocol, the 2022 second-rounder will target a potential return to action in Week 3. In his absence this weekend, Ashton Dulin and Mike Strachan are candidates to log added snaps versus Jacksonville.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Upgrades to limited activity Pierce (concussion) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice.

Impact According to George Bremer of The Anderson Herald Bulletin, Pierce wasn't taking contact Thursday, but his limited activity nonetheless represents a step forward in his advancement through the NFL's five-step concussion protocol after he had been listed as a non-participant Wednesday. The rookie receiver will likely need to upgrade to full participation Friday and receive clearance from an independent neurologist in order to enter Sunday's game in Jacksonville without a designation. If neither Pierce nor Michael Pittman (quadriceps) -- who didn't practice Thursday -- can get the green light to play Week 2, the Colts would likely turn to Ashton Dulin and Mike Strachan to join Parris Campbell in three-receiver sets.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Colts, Jaguars Injury Report: Alec Pierce Enters Concussion Protocol The Colts have some new players that popped up on the injury report ahead of their Week 2 matchup with the Jaguars.

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Jaguars vs. Colts: Alec Pierce Enters Concussion Protocol The Jaguars may see the Colts be down a wide receiver in this Sunday’s home opener.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Colts rookie receiver Alec Pierce is in concussion protocol, status for Sunday unknown Pierce continued to play after taking a vicious hit Sunday and said he felt fine after the game but developed symptoms later

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • INDYSTAR.COM

In concussion protocol Pierce entered the NFL's concussion protocol Wednesday, Zak Keefer of The Athletic reports.

Impact Per Keefer, the rookie second-round pick absorbed a hit to the head on a play down the middle in Sunday's season-opening tie with the Texans. As a result, Pierce, who didn't practice Wednesday, will need to progress through concussion protocol in order to be cleared for this weekend's contest against the Jaguars. If he's out Week 2, Ashton Dulin and Mike Strachan would be candidates to see added snaps behind Michael Pittman and Parris Campbell.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

10 Colts Things We Learned During 2022 Preseason: Matt Ryan's Sense Of Urgency, Alec Pierce's Upside, Stephon Gilmore & Yannick Ngakoue's Impact and More The Colts wrapped up their final preseason practice of 2022 on Thursday and have Friday, Saturday and Sunday off before returning to the Ind...

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022 • COLTS.COM

NFL 2022 rookies available in collectible bobbleheads from FOCO The newest bobbleheads are Lions Aidan Hutchinson, the Colts Alec Pierce, the Jaguars Travon Walker and the Chiefs Skyy Moore.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022 • PENNLIVE.COM

Alec Pierce: Indianapolis Colts Rookie Files From three-star recruit to second-round NFL draft pick, Pierce has placed sports and academics at the forefront to get to where he is today.

AUGUST 30, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Alec Pierce: 2022 Training Camp, August 22 Wide receiver Alec Pierce meets with the media to discuss what he's learned the most from the beginning of training camp until now, building...

AUGUST 23, 2022 • COLTS.COM

Film Room: Alec Pierce Appears Primed and Ready for Regular Season Rookie WR Alec Pierce has looked steady this offseason for the Colts. Is he ready to be a day one starter for the team?

AUGUST 22, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Minimal action Saturday Pierce caught his only target for nine yards in Saturday's 27-26 preseason loss to the Lions.

Impact Most Colts starters played sparingly, if at all, so it's hard to glean too much information from this game. Parris Campbell, who's competing with Pierce for the No. 2 wide receiver role, saw the field briefly but didn't have any passes thrown his way. Meanwhile, Nick Foles connected with Pierce to move the chains on a 3rd-and-9 in Detroit territory on the opening drive. How the rookie out of Cincinnati is used in the Aug. 27 preseason finale against Tampa Bay could provide a better indication of Pierce's role heading into the regular season.

AUGUST 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

NFL odds: Mid-Round receivers that can contend for OROY

Some players drafted after the first round are getting betting action to win Offensive Rookie of the Year.

AUGUST 19, 2022

Postcards From Camp: What Matt Ryan Sees In Alec Pierce, Update On Drew Ogletree The Colts wrapped up joint practices with the Detroit Lions on Thursday. Here's what you need to know from the day's action at Grand Park.

AUGUST 18, 2022 • COLTS.COM