Alec Pierce: I love Indy, but I’ve earned the right to explore free agency
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Key Points:
- The Colts placed the transition tag on quarterback Daniel Jones after failing to reach long-term deals with him and receiver Alec Pierce before free agency began.
- Alec Pierce, ranked No. 7 on PFT’s top 100 free agents list, is set to enter the open market next week and has expressed openness to exploring free agency.
- Pierce praised the Colts organization but emphasized his intention to make the best career and family decision by exploring opportunities beyond Indianapolis.
- At 25 years old, Pierce has led the league in yards per reception for the past two seasons and recorded 47 catches for 1,003 yards and six touchdowns in 2025.
