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Without Pierce's deep speed and vertical separation, the Colts become a lot easier to cover, as none of the group of Keenan Allen, Josh Downs, or Tyler Warren are burners, which also means heavier boxes for Jonathan Taylor.
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Taylor faces heavier boxes if Pierce misses time; Colts' passing game easier to cover.

Colts RB Jonathan Taylor could face heavier box looks in Week 3 against Houston if Alec Pierce remains sidelined. Without Pierce's deep speed and vertical separation, the Colts' passing game becomes easier to cover, as none of Keenan Allen, Josh Downs, or Tyler Warren are burners, which would result in more defensive focus on the run game.

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