Alec Pierce’s prolonged absence is killing the Colts

London, October 4 - The Indianapolis Colts are grappling with a significant issue at the wide receiver position. Following the departure of Michael Pittman Jr., the team turned to Alec Pierce as the designated starter. However, Pierce has been conspicuous by his absence from the field. The absence of Pierce has had a profound impact on the team's performance.

Daniel Jones, the quarterback, delivered his least effective outing in that match, with short attempts averaging 3.8 yards per play. Jones was under immense pressure, and his attempts were the shortest in the league, culminating in 19 completions for 143 yards and multiple turnovers. Josh Downs, a versatile and agile player, is needed to fill the void underneath the defense, but no one can match Pierce's ability to break through the defense.

Laquon Treadwell has been the team's primary deep threat, but he may not be the answer to the Colts' deep passing concerns. Pierce's deep threat capability became even more potent after he added more routes and became a more well-rounded receiver last season. This not only provided the deep threat but also opened up the rest of the field by taking defenders away from the line of scrimmage.

Pierce's presence on the outside significantly altered the dynamics of the offense. Another injury, this time to Alec Pierce's ankle, further exacerbates the situation. While it is unclear whether Pierce will be a true number one receiver, his importance to the Colts cannot be overstated. He was responsible for occupying a corner and safety deep while providing an option to gain significant yardage quickly.

The Colts cannot replicate this without Pierce. Although he missed time this year, he remains a vital cog in the team's offensive machinery, and its absence will severely impact the performance of Daniel Jones and the entire offense.