Alec Pierce limited at practice

Indianapolis Colts WR Alec Pierce (heel) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Sept. 9. SOURCE: JJ Stankevitz - Colts.com Why it Matters: Although Pierce is expected to play in the season opener, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him on some sort of a snap count after he missed most of the

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Colts WR Alec Pierce (heel) was a limited participant in practice Wednesday, Sept. 9.

SOURCE: JJ Stankevitz - Colts.com

Why it Matters: Although Pierce is expected to play in the season opener, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him on some sort of a snap count after he missed most of the offseason. He topped 1,000 yards on just 47 receptions last year, but with Pierce relying largely on big plays for his production, it can lead to week-to-week volatility. Consider him a boom-or-bust WR3.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Alec Pierce limited at practice