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Alec Pierce's Brother Commits to Purdue, Increasing Likelihood of Colts Re-Signing
Alec Pierce's younger brother Caden Pierce has committed to play basketball at Purdue University, located just a couple hours from Indianapolis.
Published on Feb. 15, 2026
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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce is set to become a free agent this offseason, but a recent development may increase the likelihood of him re-signing with the team. Pierce's younger brother, Caden Pierce, has committed to play basketball at Purdue University, which is located just a couple hours from Indianapolis. This proximity would make it easier for the Pierce family to attend both Alec's Colts games and Caden's Purdue games, potentially influencing Alec's decision to stay in Indianapolis.
Why it matters
Retaining Alec Pierce is a top priority for the Colts this offseason, as he is coming off the best year of his career. His brother Caden's decision to play at nearby Purdue could make it more appealing for Alec to remain with the Colts, as it would allow the family to more easily support both brothers' athletic pursuits.
The details
Alec Pierce, the Colts' second-round draft pick in 2022, is coming off a breakout season in which he recorded his first 1,000-yard receiving campaign. As he enters free agency, the Colts are eager to keep him in Indianapolis. Alec's younger brother, Caden Pierce, was recently named the 2023-2024 Ivy League Player of the Year while playing at Princeton. Caden has now decided to use his final year of collegiate eligibility to play at Purdue University, located just a couple hours from the Colts' home in Indianapolis. This proximity would make it easier for the Pierce family to attend both Alec's Colts games and Caden's Purdue games, potentially influencing Alec's decision to re-sign with the Colts.
- Alec Pierce is set to become a free agent when the new NFL year begins.
- Caden Pierce has committed to play basketball at Purdue University for the 2023-2024 season.
The players
Alec Pierce
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver who is set to become a free agent this offseason.
Caden Pierce
Alec Pierce's younger brother, who has committed to play basketball at Purdue University for the 2023-2024 season.
Purdue University
The college basketball program that Alec Pierce's brother Caden has committed to, located just a couple hours from Indianapolis.
What’s next
The Colts will look to re-sign Alec Pierce before the start of free agency, and Caden Pierce will begin his final year of collegiate eligibility at Purdue University in the 2023-2024 season.
The takeaway
Alec Pierce's brother Caden's decision to play at nearby Purdue University could be a key factor in Alec's potential decision to re-sign with the Indianapolis Colts, as it would allow the Pierce family to more easily support both brothers' athletic pursuits.
