The Indianapolis Colts (7-1) will visit the Pittsburgh Steelers (4-3) in Week 9. 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 9?
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 9?
At this point, don’t we have to take anyone attached to this Colts offense seriously?
Alec Pierce hasn’t scored this season and hasn’t proven himself to be a consistent target earner during his 3.5 years as a pro, but 18.1 yards per catch (21.4 this season) doesn’t happen by accident.
If your weekly roster runs out a certain way, playing Pierce as your flex makes all the sense in the world. He has a 40+ yard catch in half of his games this season and has shown the ability to be oddly efficient at times.
If you have a strong team that holds advantages over your opponent all over the place, there’s no point in taking on the risk that comes with a profile like this.
The craziest stat I stumbled across when deep diving this profile: 31 of his 32 targets this season have either come less than 20 yards downfield (21) or more than 35 yards (10).
It’s nice to see some balance, but that one bomb attempt per game is essentially what you’re betting on, and there are worse weeks to place that wager (PIT: 27th in YPA and yards per completion on long throws this season).
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 9
Pierce is projected to score 11.2 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Pierce to have 3 receptions for 58 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 9 Weather Impact: Colts at Steelers
The forecast for kickoff is 46 degrees Fahrenheit with 2 mph winds. Precipitation could lead to turnovers and affect the passing game.