The Indianapolis Colts activate wide receiver Alec Pierce off the physically unable to perform (PUP) list and place him on track to rejoin team activities as the club prepares for its Week 1 home game against the Baltimore Ravens on Sept. 13.

Multiple outlets report that Pierce’s return is progressing, with The Athletic and Yahoo Sports both indicating he rejoins practice after being taken off the PUP list. Yardbarker describes the move as a clear statement of his goal to play, while also tying the timeline to the season opener.

The news coverage centers on Pierce’s availability and practice status, reflecting the Colts’ need to bolster their receiving group for the opener. The Winnipeg Free Press also frames the broader receiving corps by noting the Colts expect WR Keenan Allen to play in the season opener and expressing hope that Alec Pierce returns, aligning with the activation reported by other outlets.