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Alec Pierce

Alec Pierce

WRIndianapolis Colts IND
Troy Franklin

Troy Franklin

WRDenver Broncos DEN
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πŸ”“ EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Pierce over Franklin

 
 
 
 
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Includes Detailed Projections

Outlook Alec Pierce

Massive Contract Extension and Injury Volatility Create Prime Value Target

Pierce secured a massive four-year, $114 million contract extension this offseason after a breakout 1,029-yard campaign. However, his late-March ankle surgery has sidelined him for offseason workouts, with a recovery timeline of four to six months targeting a late training camp return. Despite the recovery hurdle, his status as the primary outside receiver remains highly secure.

Coming off consecutive highly efficient campaigns, our models project Pierce to catch 59 passes on 97 targets for 965 yards and six touchdowns. He has fully established himself as a premier vertical weapon for this offense, averaging over 21 yards per reception in each of the last two seasons.

His draft market momentum has fluctuated significantly, with his ADP rising into the high-60s before stabilizing around pick 81. This current price tag represents a massive value steal in PPR formats, as the market heavily discounts his elite upside due to temporary injury concerns.


Updated 17 hrs ago

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πŸ”“ EXPERT ANALYSIS

Owners starting Franklin over Pierce

 
 
 
 
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Includes Detailed Projections

Outlook Troy Franklin

Slot Role and Rising Draft Stock Make Denver's Young Receiver an Intriguing Late-Round Bench Stash

Troy Franklin enters his third professional season projected to operate as Denver's primary slot receiver. While he holds a starting slot role, he must compete for targets alongside established options Courtland Sutton and Jaylen Waddle, which could compress his overall volume.

Coming off a strong sophomore campaign where he posted 709 yards and six scores, our models project a conservative baseline of 33 receptions, 383 yards, and three touchdowns on 50 targets. This projection reflects a more crowded passing hierarchy under quarterback Bo Nix.

His draft stock is rising, with his ADP climbing from the 230s in May to 202 in June. At this late-round price in PPR formats, Franklin is an intriguing bench stash who offers a proven ceiling if Denver's offense takes a leap forward.


Updated 17 hrs ago

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Performance Alec Pierce
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Performance Troy Franklin
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Next Up Redzone Touches
Redzone Touches Alec Pierce
REDZONE
WK OPP ATT TAR REC
1 BAL πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
2 @KC πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
3 HOU πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
4 @WAS πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
5 @PIT πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
6 TEN πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
7 @MIN πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
8 @JAC πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
9 DAL πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
10 MIA πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
12 @HOU πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
12 NYG πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
13 BYE πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
14 @PHI πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
15 @TEN πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
16 CIN πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
17 @CLE πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
18 JAC πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“

Redzone data is for premium members only.

Redzone Touches Troy Franklin
REDZONE
WK OPP ATT TAR REC
1 @KC πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
2 JAC πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
3 LAR πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
4 @SF πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
5 @LAC πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
6 SEA πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
7 @ARI πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
8 KC πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
9 @CAR πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
10 BYE πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
11 LV πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
13 @PIT πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
14 MIA πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
15 @NYJ πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
16 @LV πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
17 BUF πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
18 @NE πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
20 LAC πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“
21 πŸ”“ πŸ”“ πŸ”“

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Next Up Own/Start Comparison
OWN/START Alec Pierce
OWN
73%
+2.36 compared to last week
START
18%
+0.59 compared to last week
OWN/START Troy Franklin
OWN
63%
+1.05 compared to last week
START
18%
+0.59 compared to last week
Next Up Consensus Rankings
Expert Consensus Alec Pierce
28th
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Expert Consensus Troy Franklin
Not Ranked
Average Ranking of Fantasy Experts
Next Up Player Breakdowns
Breakdown Alec Pierce

    Overview

  • Experts rank this player at 27th among WR's. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 22nd with 138.90 total points (7.72 avg).
  • Currently 170.4 points behind the leader: Puka Nacua
  • He is putting up slightly better numbers than the experts expected him to.
  • Average points in the past two weeks have dipped quite a bit at 7.7.
  • Receiving Stats

  • Top 50 in receptions and is currently ranked 45th among WR.
  • Top 50 in targets and is currently ranked 44th among WR.
  • Top 20 in reception yards with 1029 and 21.44 YPC and is currently ranked 18th among WR.
  • Top 25 in Rec TDs with 6 and is currently ranked 22nd among WR.
  • Rushing Stats

    Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Receptions: +13, Rec Yards: +262 Rec TDs: EVEN,
  • Known to break out for big gains. If your league has bonus points for long REC TDs then this guy would be great to have.
  • Season Outlook

  • REC: 59, REC YDS: 965, REC TDS: 6
Breakdown Troy Franklin

    Overview

  • Experts don't even rank him among WR's. Either he is on a bye week or is just plain bad. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 38th with 112.10 total points (5.90 avg).
  • Currently 197.2 points behind the leader: Puka Nacua
  • Average points in the past two weeks have dipped quite a bit at 5.9.
  • Receiving Stats

  • Top 35 in receptions and is currently ranked 26th among WR.
  • Top 35 in targets and is currently ranked 28th among WR.
  • Top 15 in red zone targets and is currently ranked 14th among WR.
  • Top 6 in red zone receptions and is currently ranked 4th among WR.
  • Top 50 in reception yards with 709 and 10.91 YPC and is currently ranked 38th among WR.
  • Top 35 in Rec TDs with 6 and is currently ranked 29th among WR.
  • Rushing Stats

  • Top 25 in rush attempts with 5 (0.29 per game) and is currently ranked 30th among WR.
  • Top 50 in rush yards with 12 (0.71 per game) and is currently ranked 47th among WR.
  • Bonus Qualities

  • Played in 3 more games this year than last year.
  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Receptions: +39, Rec Yards: +458 Rec TDs: +4,
  • Unfortunately two players have the same exact name and his rating may not be entirely accurate at this point. We are working on fixing situations like this!
  • Season Outlook

  • REC: 33, REC YDS: 383, REC TDS: 3
Next Up Health Check
Injury Alec Pierce

No Injury Reported

Injury Troy Franklin

No Injury Reported

Next Up Matchup Comparison
Matchups Alec Pierce

Week 1
Indianapolis Colts VS Baltimore Ravens

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
23.41383.2920113024.18
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts don"t even rank him among DST's. Either he is on a bye week or is just plain bad. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 20th with 93.00 total points (5.47 avg).
  • Currently 134 points behind the leader: Seahawks DST
  • Average points in the past two weeks have dipped quite a bit at 5.5.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 10 in rush defense with 1891 (111.24 per game) and is currently ranked 10th among DST.
  • Ranked 29th in pass defense with 4625 (272.06 per game).
  • Top 18 in points against with 23.41 per game and currently ranked 18th among DST.
  • Currently ranked 23rd in Total TDs with 2 (0.12 per game) among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: +70.61, Turnovers: +1 Sacks: -26, INTs: EVEN, TDs: +1, Points Allowed: +2.15,

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 44, INT: 13, TDS: 2, PA/G: 24.9, YDS/G: 376.8
Matchups Troy Franklin

Week 1
Denver Broncos @ Kansas City Chiefs

PA/G YDS/G TO INT SACK TDs FSP
19.29325.8214103503.76
Compare to same point last season

Overview

  • Experts don"t even rank him among DST's. Either he is on a bye week or is just plain bad. Based on his stats from the past 30 days, he is currently ranked 21st with 90.00 total points (5.29 avg).
  • Currently 137 points behind the leader: Seahawks DST
  • Average points in the past two weeks have dipped quite a bit at 5.3.

Defensive Stats

  • Top 8 in total yards against with 325.82 per game and is currently ranked 7th among DST.
  • Top 8 in rush defense with 1871 (110.06 per game) and is currently ranked 8th among DST.
  • Top 8 in pass defense with 3668 (215.76 per game) and is currently ranked 8th among DST.
  • Top 6 in points against with 19.29 per game and currently ranked 6th among DST.
  • Currently ranked 32nd in Total TDs with 0 (0.00 per game) among DST.

Bonus Qualities

  • At this point in the season his numbers compared to last years: Total Yards Against: +71.09, Turnovers: -14 Sacks: -20, INTs: -6, TDs: -2, Points Allowed: +2.79,

Season Outlook

  • SACK: 42, INT: 12, TDS: 2, PA/G: 20.5, YDS/G: 320.4
Next Up Ratings Comparison
Rating Alec Pierce
18.27
FantasySP Player Rating
Rating Troy Franklin
8.03
FantasySP Player Rating
Next Up Career Comparison
Career Alec Pierce
RECEIVING RUSH
YEAR TEAM GP TGTS REC YD AVG TD ATT YD AVG TD
2022 IND 16 77 41 593 14.5 2 0 0 0 0
2023 IND 16 65 32 514 16.1 2 0 0 0 0
2024 IND 16 69 37 824 22.3 7 0 0 0 0
2025 IND 16 86 48 1029 21.4 6 0 0 0 0
3-YEAR AVG 16 73 39 789 20.2 5 0 0 0 0
Totals 65 297 158 2960 18.7 17 0 0 0 0
Career Troy Franklin
RECEIVING RUSH
YEAR TEAM GP TGTS REC YD AVG TD ATT YD AVG TD
2024 DEN 16 52 28 263 9.4 2 2 8 4 0
2025 DEN 16 104 65 709 10.9 6 5 12 2.4 0
3-YEAR AVG 11 53 32 342 10.8 3 2 7 2.9 0
Totals 34 159 95 1026 10.8 9 7 20 2.9 0
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Week 1
ARI @LAC
ATL @PIT
BAL @IND
BUF @HOU
CAR vs CHI
CIN vs TB
CLE @JAC
DAL @NYG
DEN @KC
DET vs NO
GB @MIN
LAR vs SF
LV vs MIA
NE @SEA
NYJ @TEN
PHI vs WAS
Matchup Time Pitchers
ARI @CIN 04:10 EDT EST
ATH vs COL 10:05 EDT EST
ATL @NYM 04:10 EDT EST
BAL vs SD 04:05 EDT EST
BOS vs TEX 04:10 EDT EST
CHC @SF 10:05 EDT EST
CHW vs LAD 04:10 EDT EST
CLE vs DET 04:10 EDT EST
HOU @KC 07:10 EDT EST
LAA vs TB 10:07 EDT EST
MIA @PIT 04:05 EDT EST
MIL vs PHI 07:10 EDT EST
MIN vs STL 02:10 EDT EST
NYY @TOR 03:07 EDT EST
SEA @WAS 04:05 EDT EST
Matchup Time
NY @SA 8:30 PM EST
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