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WR Alec Pierce, IND (1 Viewer)

Just watched his highlights and nearly every catch was an adventure…deflections, highly contested tight coverage catches, low throws, throw behind him and nearly made them all. I’d love to see him get hit in stride and what he could do with the ball. He looks really good

I don’t know what his YAC was but it probably wasn’t more than 5 yards. it was probably all his first catch that he fumbled.
 
Jacob Gibbs @jagibbs_23
Since Alec Pierce returned in Week 3:

Target per route run rate:
28% -- Alec Pierce
18% -- Michael Pittman

Yards per route run:
3.08 -- Pierce
1.28 -- Pittman

The only player with a higher yard per route run rate than Pierce during that time is Chris Olave (3.39).


Jacob Gibbs @jagibbs_23
Pierce's data comes on a 72-route sample size... way too small to give much weight to.

Something to keep an eye on going forward, though -- even when including Week 1, Pierce has more yardage than Pittman when both players have been on the field.
 
Pierce is one of those guys that just seems he is on the verge of a big game... Seems to be gaining more and more trust with Ryan. Ryan looks to him in clutch situations, and so far Pierce has delivered with great catches in traffic, and seems to be winning a lot of 50/50 balls.

The only knock on him as far as starting him in fantasy is that I have noticed is that the Colts are still treating him like the #3 WR as far as Snap share and that he is out on 2 WR sets, and he is not getting as much action until later in the game.. but I could be wrong. Anyone else have any insight??
 
Pierce is one of those guys that just seems he is on the verge of a big game... Seems to be gaining more and more trust with Ryan. Ryan looks to him in clutch situations, and so far Pierce has delivered with great catches in traffic, and seems to be winning a lot of 50/50 balls.

The only knock on him as far as starting him in fantasy is that I have noticed is that the Colts are still treating him like the #3 WR as far as Snap share and that he is out on 2 WR sets, and he is not getting as much action until later in the game.. but I could be wrong. Anyone else have any insight??
Yes, you are correct in that data and analysis. Now, we are betting on his trending, which has to be up. He looks good and gets the contested catches. The knock was he was a one trick speed pony, deep receiver and Matty Ice not going deep often. Then we see Pierce catching the short ones. So, I'm gambling on his upside.
 
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Pierce is one of those guys that just seems he is on the verge of a big game... Seems to be gaining more and more trust with Ryan. Ryan looks to him in clutch situations, and so far Pierce has delivered with great catches in traffic, and seems to be winning a lot of 50/50 balls.

The only knock on him as far as starting him in fantasy is that I have noticed is that the Colts are still treating him like the #3 WR as far as Snap share and that he is out on 2 WR sets, and he is not getting as much action until later in the game.. but I could be wrong. Anyone else have any insight??
Yes, you are correct in that data and analysis. Now, we are betting on his trending, which has to be up. He looks good and gets the contested catches. The knock was he was a one trick speed pony, deep receiver and Matty Ice not going deep often. Then we see Pierce catching the short ones. So, I'm gambling on his upside.

If Matt Ryan is targeting him 1 out of every 4 times he is running a route, as soon as he starts getting more playing time he could be a monster. You have to believe at some point Ryan is going to be advocating that the guy is in the game more when he looks for him all the time, and especially 3 rec for 39 yards on that final drive against the Broncos. That shows a lot of trust early in his career from the QB. Hopefully, that translates to closer to 60-70 % snap share soon
 
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Pierce is one of those guys that just seems he is on the verge of a big game... Seems to be gaining more and more trust with Ryan. Ryan looks to him in clutch situations, and so far Pierce has delivered with great catches in traffic, and seems to be winning a lot of 50/50 balls.

The only knock on him as far as starting him in fantasy is that I have noticed is that the Colts are still treating him like the #3 WR as far as Snap share and that he is out on 2 WR sets, and he is not getting as much action until later in the game.. but I could be wrong. Anyone else have any insight??
Yes, you are correct in that data and analysis. Now, we are betting on his trending, which has to be up. He looks good and gets the contested catches. The knock was he was a one trick speed pony, deep receiver and Matty Ice not going deep often. Then we see Pierce catching the short ones. So, I'm gambling on his upside.

If Matt Ryan is targeting him 1 out of every 4 times he is running a route, as soon as he starts getting more playing time he could be a monster. You have to believe at some point Ryan is going to be advocating that the guy is in the game more when he looks for him all the time, and especially 3 rec for 39 yards on that final drive against the Broncos. That shows a lot of trust early in his career from the QB. Hopefully, that translates to closer to 60-70 % snap share soon
We all got our first positive glimpses of Alec Pierce on that drive and so did Arthur Blank and coaches. Yes, more playing time, targets, snap share to be relevant in fantasy.
 
Pierce is one of those guys that just seems he is on the verge of a big game... Seems to be gaining more and more trust with Ryan. Ryan looks to him in clutch situations, and so far Pierce has delivered with great catches in traffic, and seems to be winning a lot of 50/50 balls.

The only knock on him as far as starting him in fantasy is that I have noticed is that the Colts are still treating him like the #3 WR as far as Snap share and that he is out on 2 WR sets, and he is not getting as much action until later in the game.. but I could be wrong. Anyone else have any insight??
Yes, you are correct in that data and analysis. Now, we are betting on his trending, which has to be up. He looks good and gets the contested catches. The knock was he was a one trick speed pony, deep receiver and Matty Ice not going deep often. Then we see Pierce catching the short ones. So, I'm gambling on his upside.

If Matt Ryan is targeting him 1 out of every 4 times he is running a route, as soon as he starts getting more playing time he could be a monster. You have to believe at some point Ryan is going to be advocating that the guy is in the game more when he looks for him all the time, and especially 3 rec for 39 yards on that final drive against the Broncos. That shows a lot of trust early in his career from the QB. Hopefully, that translates to closer to 60-70 % snap share soon
We all got our first positive glimpses of Alec Pierce on that drive and so did Arthur Blank and coaches. Yes, more playing time, targets, snap share to be relevant in fantasy.
What does the Falcons owner have to do with this?
 
Pierce is one of those guys that just seems he is on the verge of a big game... Seems to be gaining more and more trust with Ryan. Ryan looks to him in clutch situations, and so far Pierce has delivered with great catches in traffic, and seems to be winning a lot of 50/50 balls.

The only knock on him as far as starting him in fantasy is that I have noticed is that the Colts are still treating him like the #3 WR as far as Snap share and that he is out on 2 WR sets, and he is not getting as much action until later in the game.. but I could be wrong. Anyone else have any insight??
Yes, you are correct in that data and analysis. Now, we are betting on his trending, which has to be up. He looks good and gets the contested catches. The knock was he was a one trick speed pony, deep receiver and Matty Ice not going deep often. Then we see Pierce catching the short ones. So, I'm gambling on his upside.

If Matt Ryan is targeting him 1 out of every 4 times he is running a route, as soon as he starts getting more playing time he could be a monster. You have to believe at some point Ryan is going to be advocating that the guy is in the game more when he looks for him all the time, and especially 3 rec for 39 yards on that final drive against the Broncos. That shows a lot of trust early in his career from the QB. Hopefully, that translates to closer to 60-70 % snap share soon
We all got our first positive glimpses of Alec Pierce on that drive and so did Arthur Blank and coaches. Yes, more playing time, targets, snap share to be relevant in fantasy.
What does the Falcons owner have to do with this?
Maybe already being signed to an endorsement deal by Home Depot.
 

Alec Pierce caught 3-of-7 targets for 45 yards and a touchdown in the Colts' Week 6 win against the Jaguars.​

"Pierce's seven targets were good for a meager 12 percent target share after the rookie's Week 5 breakout against the Broncos. Matt Ryan, dicing up a horrendous Jacksonville secondary, looked to Piece in the clutch and hit him for a 28-yard game-winning score with 17 seconds remaining in the game. Strangely, Pierce was out-targeted by Parris Campbell on the day as Ryan checked down to his short and intermediate pass catchers throughout the contest. Pierce should be a volatile WR4 option in Week 7 against the Titans."


You'd have to think at some point the Colts are going to say this guy has helped us win 2 games in a row... maybe he should be a starter??
 
I get an AJ Green vibe from him. Glides like a deer. Quick and fast with great ball awareness and hands. Impressive stuff out of a rookie. Nothing really like Cooper Kupp who is a quick slot guy in a big man's body, with speed, and may just be the best route runner in football. Really, there isn't a thing he can't do. I realize the Rams have nice schemes for him, but the way he sets up defenders against, single, double and even triple coverage is a thing of beauty. Justin Jefferson is no slouch, obviously, but I have no idea how Cooper is so effective against every defense, every game. But back to Pierce, I love him. He's going to be a bigtime star in the league as long as Indy's next QB can connect with him on intermediate to deep routes. He will only develop and get better with Reggie Wayne mentoring him. I couldn't think of a better WR to get him acclimated to the league and make him an all around threat.
 
He’s my BYE week crush. Maybe a Sutton replacement AT WR3 if Russ can’t feed Sutton enough going forward.
With C Kupp on a bye I'm eyeing Pierce or B Cooks, C Samuel, or drop Samuel for R Bateman who was dropped. Tough call, but Pierce is sure a new fun one to watch.
 

Alec Pierce caught 3-of-4 targets for 37 yards in the Colts' Week 7 loss to the Titans.


Pierce hit 80 yards in back-to-back games a few weeks ago but has been a secondary option in the passing attack over the past two games. With Ryan throwing the ball at an absurd rate, Pierce's 11 targets in Weeks 6 and 7 only account for an 11 percent target share. He can be left on the bench in most fantasy leagues.

- NBCSportsEDGE
 
Alec Pierce caught 1-of-2 targets for 23 yards in the Colts' Week 9 loss to the Patriots.

Pierce's one reception was enough to lead the Colts in receiving yards. Sam Ehlinger was harassed throughout the game and no Colts pass catchers were able to provide fantasy value. Pierce will be a dart throw play against the Raiders in Week 10.

- NBCSportsEDGE
 

Alec Pierce caught 4-of-8 targets for 86 yards and a touchdown in the Colts' Week 13 loss to the Cowboys.​

Pierce's first grab went for a game-high 45 yards late in the first quarter which set up a 14-yard touchdown pass to Ashton Dulin for the team's first touchdown of the game. He would go on to lead the team in both targets and yardage through the air on a night that saw all Colts pass-catchers struggle to generate separation against an aggressive Cowboys secondary. Pierce has shown flashes in his rookie campaign but will need to see more consistent volume before fantasy managers can feel comfortable inserting him into lineups during the fantasy playoffs. The Colts head to their Week 14 bye nearing playoff elimination, which could provide Pierce with additional opportunities down the stretch.
Dec 4, 2022, 11:53 PM ET
 

Alec Pierce caught 4-of-8 targets for 86 yards and a touchdown in the Colts' Week 13 loss to the Cowboys.​

Pierce's first grab went for a game-high 45 yards late in the first quarter which set up a 14-yard touchdown pass to Ashton Dulin for the team's first touchdown of the game. He would go on to lead the team in both targets and yardage through the air on a night that saw all Colts pass-catchers struggle to generate separation against an aggressive Cowboys secondary. Pierce has shown flashes in his rookie campaign but will need to see more consistent volume before fantasy managers can feel comfortable inserting him into lineups during the fantasy playoffs. The Colts head to their Week 14 bye nearing playoff elimination, which could provide Pierce with additional opportunities down the stretch.
Dec 4, 2022, 11:53 PM ET

Heard that Jeff Saturday is evaluating everyone and making sure that the best 11 are on the field during their bye week. Is this finally when we are going to see him take the jump into an every down role?
 
Alec Pierce was held without a catch on three targets in Thursday’s preseason finale against the Eagles.
The Colts’ starters played a big chunk of the game in Philly, but Pierce wasn’t the recipient on any of Anthony Richardson’s six completions. Frustrating, though the duo has seemed to have good chemistry in practice. The best fit for Richardson’s impressive deep ball in what is probably going to be a run-based offense, Pierce is a decent bet to build on last season’s 41/593/2 line even though Indy’s passing volume is likely to be unimpressive.
 
Alec Pierce was held without a catch on three targets in Thursday’s preseason finale against the Eagles.
The Colts’ starters played a big chunk of the game in Philly, but Pierce wasn’t the recipient on any of Anthony Richardson’s six completions. Frustrating, though the duo has seemed to have good chemistry in practice. The best fit for Richardson’s impressive deep ball in what is probably going to be a run-based offense, Pierce is a decent bet to build on last season’s 41/593/2 line even though Indy’s passing volume is likely to be unimpressive.
This is somewhat misleading in that A Pierce drew a PI flag on a clear 20+ yard gain. The DB grabbed him to draw the flag as Pierce had separation.
I want to give credit to AR for a nice throw too!
 
Alec Pierce caught 1-of-3 targets for five yards in the Colts’ Week 1 loss against the Jaguars.

Pierce was a distant fourth target even though the Colts turned to a pass-heavy game plan after falling behind by multiple scores in the second half. Pierce profiles as a boom-bust fantasy option who was always going to be better for best ball purposes. He can remain on waiver wires in Week 2.

- Rotoworld
 
I don't know what to do with this guy in Dynasty. Too valuable to drop, but no way I can start him. He's just eating up a roster spot showing enough to keep me interested, but also remaining unstartable.
 
I am still a big believer.
I’m not a “believer” as much as I’m not giving up hope and keeping a spot in the end of my (short-ish) bench for him as long as I can.

it’s just one game afterall and he hasn’t done much so far in almost 2 years.
holding.
 
Just picked him up in dynasty as he was dropped. I’ve watched every game he’s played as a Colt, and he’s had so many targets where he ‘just misses’ a big play. Despite that, the Colts have stuck with him and maybe he will turn in to a more reliable option. I don’t know if he’s just a hair too slow, or if he needs to clean up his routes, or get stronger, but if he ever improves ever so slightly, like 3rd year receiver sometimes do, he could reward those that have been patient.
 
Drafted him 2.02 as rookie. Figured it would take some time for decent armed QB to get his value. Rubber arm Matty Ice Ryan was well past his serviceable value to see Pierce as a deep threat for Colts.
AR has a strong arm but needs time to develop accuracy so it has potential.
I figured 3rd year was the deciding time for dynasty decisions but it has started to show promise. There were several “close” targets and multiple PI (>8 IIRC) that would show his value to the offense
 
Anyone have an opinion on his low production this year? I liked him coming out but his numbers have been awful all season, although he seems to be on the field all game.
 
Anyone have an opinion on his low production this year? I liked him coming out but his numbers have been awful all season, although he seems to be on the field all game.
I’d love to hear from some analytic guys on this. I was pretty high on him coming and he flashed before this year. I’d have to guess he might be the lowest targeted wr per snap in nfl history. He’s certainly the lowest ff points per snap this year… not sure why he would get so much run and no targets. This has to be on coaching.
 
I have to think getting AR’s ability to push the ball down the field will be a plus for Pierce for next year. I am still perplexed about his underwhelming numbers but liked him enough as a prospect to hang on to see if he can make a jump next year.
 
He was on the waiver wire in one of my dynasty leagues. I picked him up and dropped him. I'm just not that excited for his future. He has some talent, but really, how much?
 

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