The Indianapolis Colts will host the Houston Texans in Week 13. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Alec Pierce.
Is Alec Pierce Playing in Week 13?
Pierce is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Colts’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Pierce in Week 13?
Pierce has an end zone target in consecutive games and a 26+ yard grab in six straight, but as the Daniel Jones profile trends down, Pierce’s ceiling/floor combination is at risk of cratering.
Even with Indianapolis Jones playing above his baseline for much of this season, this was the fourth time Pierce failed to reach three receptions. This is a nightmare matchup for the ceiling case (fourth fewest YPA on deep passes), and if the ceiling is a reach, the floor is far too low to trust.
I’ve got Pierce pegged as a leverage play in DFS on the main slate and nothing more. If he hits, great, but I don’t want my season-long team riding on a profile like this against the Texans, unless I’m down big entering the weekend.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Pierce’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 13
Pierce is projected to score 11.5 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Pierce to have 3 receptions for 60 yards and 0.3 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 13 Weather Impact: Texans at Colts
Since the Colts play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 13 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.