NFL free agency is scheduled to begin within a week. Despite their best efforts to negotiate contracts, several teams will lose top talent.
The Indianapolis Colts are one such team. After trying to keep two of your best offensive contributors, you might lose one.
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Alec Pierce is set to become a free agent. He already has suitors, including one team that played in Super Bowl 60.
January 4, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce (14) catches a touchdown pass in the first half against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Image
https://nesn.com/new-england- Patriots/news/insider-alec-pierce-reason-itarians-released-stefon-diggs/da71232d79da388554ca310a According to reports, the New England Patriots are eyeing Pierce to make him an offer that will be hard to refuse. The Colts’ longtime foe recently released Stefon Diggs and chose Pierce as his top replacement.
Pierce was negotiating a new contract with the Colts, but they were unable to reach an agreement. He then tagged Daniel Jones, effectively ending Pierce’s retention coverage.
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Pierce was expected to remain in Indianapolis. Instead, it looks like the Patriots are ready to grab him.
February 8, 2026; Santa Clara, California, USA; New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel runs on the field following the game against the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX at Levi’s Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images
The Patriots were active last free agency, including the signings of Milton Williams and Diggs. With the sour taste of the Super Bowl still lingering, fueling the squad is essential.
Pierce will have a strong market. Will the Patriots offer him enough to override the Colts’ other attempts to keep him?
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