Overview
- Pierce underwent a team-decided "clean-up" procedure on a lingering left ankle injury in late March after conservative treatment failed.
- He was given a 4–6 month recovery timeline and has not taken part in OTAs or minicamp while rehabbing and doing film work.
- Colts coach Shane Steichen said he expects Pierce back at some point in training camp and GM Chris Ballard has said the team does not foresee long-term effects.
- Pierce tried a PRP injection and a six- to eight-week rehab after the 2025 season but doctors warned delaying surgery risked a worse injury, prompting the late-March operation.
- Pierce had a breakout 2025 season and signed a multi-year contract in mid-March, so his rehab and possible late arrival to camp shape the Colts' early-season offensive planning and practice reps.