The Pain of a Season's Pivot: Colts' Injury Fallout and What It Means for Wide Receiver Roles The Indianapolis Colts' injury woes have taken a hit with Alec Pierce, their highly touted wide receiver, out several weeks due to a nagging heel issue.
This latest setback not only dampens the team's high flying offense but also raises questions about the evolution of wide receiver roles in the NFL.
Pierce's injury has prompted the Colts to sign Darius Slayton, a 29 year old free agent with a proven track record of stretching defenses and providing a deep threat.