Indianapolis, IN, August 11, 2026 —

Indianapolis Colts General Manager Chris Ballard has refuted a recent report stating that wide receiver Alec Pierce received a second platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection for his ankle. Ballard addressed the misinformation directly before the team’s joint practice session with the New England Patriots, which took place in Foxboro, Massachusetts.

The clarification from Ballard aims to correct the public record regarding Pierce’s injury status and subsequent treatment. The specific details of the prior report, including the source or timeline of the incorrect information, were not provided. Ballard’s statement serves as the official word from the team’s front office concerning the player’s medical situation.

Alec Pierce’s health has been a point of attention for the Colts as they prepare for upcoming team activities. The nature of the ankle issue and the treatments he has undergone are significant for the team’s roster and strategic planning. While PRP injections are a recognized medical procedure used to promote healing, the confirmation that Pierce has not undergone a second such treatment indicates a different course or status for his recovery than was previously suggested.

The team is currently engaged in joint practices, a common element of NFL training camps where teams scrimmage against each other to simulate game conditions and evaluate players in a different competitive environment. These practices often provide opportunities for players to test their readiness and for teams to identify any lingering concerns.

Ballard’s proactive clarification underscores the importance of accurate player information within the organization and for its fanbase. The specific outcome or impact of this debunked report on team or player morale was not detailed.



Story summarized from the original created by Mike Chappell on fox59.com, see more information here.

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