Colts Get Good News on $114 Million Man Alec Pierce

The Indianapolis Colts have received positive news regarding their wide receiver Alec Pierce, who signed a lucrative four-year contract last offseason for $114 million. Despite Pierce having his ankle injury treated from the previous season and missing most of the offseason, reports indicate that he is expected to return to practice for the Colts ahead of the third and final week of the preseason, according to Stephen Holder of ESPN and coach Shane Steichen.

This development is significant for the team, as it suggests that Pierce is on the path to recovery and could be ready to contribute to the team's offense before the season opener on September 13th. Although Pierce may not be fully healed at the beginning of the season, his return to practice ahead of the third preseason game is a promising sign, especially given that he had already accumulated 1,003 yards and six touchdowns in 47 receptions during the previous season.

His absence due to injury left a gap in the Colts' receiving corps, and with Michael Pittman traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Pierce's potential return could significantly bolster the team's offensive capabilities. While there remains some uncertainty about Pierce's readiness for Week 1, the news of his anticipated return represents a strong first step in his comeback to the Colts roster.