Chris Ballard: Alec Pierce did not receive second PRP injection
Key Points:
- Colts GM Chris Ballard clarified that receiver Alec Pierce did not receive a second platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection for his ankle, correcting earlier reports.
- Pierce had one PRP injection in January to address soreness and underwent surgery in March, with no additional injections since.
- The Colts expect Pierce to be ready for the start of the regular season, and he was seen practicing with a trainer during a joint session with the Patriots.
- Pierce recently signed a four-year, $114 million contract extension with the Colts and recorded 47 receptions for 1,003 yards and six touchdowns in the 2025 season.