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The setback comes after reports indicated that Pierce aggravated the injury earlier this week. While the team is currently prioritizing a rehabilitation approach, medical professionals have not ruled out the possibility of surgery. The necessity of a surgical procedure will be determined by how well the heel responds to the current recovery plan over the coming weeks.
Ongoing Injury Struggles and Roster Adjustments
This development is particularly concerning as the injury affects the same heel that required surgery back in March. Pierce’s recovery from that initial operation was more protracted than the team originally anticipated, causing him to miss the entirety of training camp and delaying his return to practice until last month. The receiver, who signed a four-year, $114 million contract during the offseason, was projected to be a primary focal point of the Colts' offensive strategy this year.
The loss of Pierce further depletes a wide receiver corps that was already managing the absence of veteran backup Ashton Dulin, who is currently dealing with an ankle injury. In response to the thinning depth chart, the Indianapolis front office moved quickly to bolster the position by signing veteran receiver
Coach Steichen confirmed that Slayton is scheduled to participate in practice on Wednesday. While the team is managing expectations, the coaching staff has not ruled out the possibility of Slayton making his debut for the Colts as early as this Sunday’s matchup against the Houston Texans. The team will continue to monitor the progress of both their injured players and their new additions as they navigate the upcoming stretch of the season.
