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Indianapolis Colts' 2026 training camp and preseason buildup

The Colts navigate a depleted receiving corps and injury concerns during training camp ahead of their preseason opener against the Patriots.

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In this storyline:Alec Pierce Hunter Wohler Josh Downs New England Patriots Indianapolis Colts Chris Ballard Laquon Treadwell

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Aug 11, 2026
Colts receivers Josh Downs and Alec Pierce are sidelined in training camp, with Pierce on the PUP list after ankle surgery.
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Aug 11, 2026
Additional injuries to Laquon Treadwell, CJ Allen, Hunter Wohler and Justin Walley leave the receiving corps depleted ahead of preseason.
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Aug 11, 2026
The Colts travel to face the Patriots in their preseason opener, with roster battles and betting trends framing the matchup.
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Patriots, Colts Hold Joint Practices Ahead of Preseason

The Colts visit the Patriots for a preseason opener highlighted by betting trends showing high-scoring August games under Colts coach Shane Steichen and a favorable Over history for Patriots coach Bill Vrabel, while the week also features joint practices and roster notes such as Hunter Henry’s contract extension and Drake Maye’s impact. Off-field prep includes Gillette Stadium switching to artificial turf, prompting field-availability considerations, and media previews outlining four key storylines for the Week 1 matchup.

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Colts Hopeful Pierce, Downs Return Soon

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Colts receivers Josh Downs and Alec Pierce are sidelined during training camp, with Downs described as not serious and Pierce on the physically unable to perform list after ankle surgery. The team also contends with multiple other injuries, including hamstring issues for Laquon Treadwell, CJ Allen, Hunter Wohler, and Justin Walley, leaving a depleted receiving corps ahead of the preseason against New England.

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