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Back to EpisodesColts Extend Pierce, Need Defensive Boost
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The Indianapolis Colts have secured wide receiver Alec Pierce with a $144 million extension, keeping their top passing threat amidst a challenging free agency period. After a promising 8-2 start last season, fueled by Jonathan Taylor and Daniel Jones, the team collapsed following Jones Achilles injury, finishing 8-9. Fans are relieved to retain Pierce, but concerns arise from a defense that struggled to generate pressure and lost key players like Braden Smith, Zaire Franklin, and edge rushers Kwity Paye and Samson Ebukam. The Colts have extended Jones and added pass rushers, but still need a top edge rusher to complement DeForest Buckner and avoid another offense-heavy season.
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