Alex Erickson - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Two more catches in loss Erickson caught two of his five targets for 29 yards in the 13-12 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

Impact The 31-year-old joined the active roster in Week 11 and after injuries to Joshua Palmer (knee) and Keenan Allen (heel) somewhat miraculously emerged as the team's top target finishing with 16 receptions for 232 yards, each higher figures than his past three seasons combined. It's safe to say the veteran won't be a highly sought after free agent despite the positive small sample size, but it's possible Erickson could at least make a preseason roster given his special teams acumen.

JANUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Secures two catches in loss Erickson caught both of his targets for 31 yards in the 24-22 loss to the Bills on Saturday.

Impact It appears as if Erickson has overtaken Jalen Guyton for the team's No. 4 wideout, a role which has seen more work in the two-game absence of Keenan Allen (heel). Despite the increase in playing time, the 31-year-old did very little tallying just his seventh total catch this season.

DECEMBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fails to capitalize Erickson brought in one of his seven targets for nine yards against the Broncos in Sunday's 24-7 loss.

Impact With injury issues plaguing the Chargers receiving corps, Erickson has seen an increased involvement in the offense but has failed to record a game with more than one reception in his four appearances this season. The eye-popping target figure was matched by an equally shocking inefficiency, and it's not like the 31-year-old was targeted all that often deep, save for a shot early in the first half with Justin Herbert still healthy. Wide receiver Joshua Palmer (knee) could return to action this week which would relegate Erickson further down the depth chart, and the offense as a whole looks far less enticing with Herbert (finger) now done for the season.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chargers Sign Alex Erickson to Active Roster; Elevate Stephen Anderson The Los Angeles Chargers today signed wide receiver Alex Erickson to the active roster. In a corresponding move, the team waived running bac...

DECEMBER 2, 2023 • CHARGERS.COM

Alex Erickson's First Catch as a Charger Goes For 12 Yards and First-Down Pickup Chargers wide receiver Alex Erickson's first catch as a Charger goes for 12 yards and first-down pickup.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • CHARGERS.COM

Back to practice squad Erickson reverted to the Chargers' practice squad Monday.

Impact Erickson was elevated ahead of Sunday's game against the Bears but ended up being inactive, as Joshua Palmer (knee) was able to suit up. Erickson has now appeared in two games this season but has failed to record any stats while playing exclusively on special teams.

OCTOBER 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Promoted from practice squad The Chargers elevated Erickson to the active roster Saturday.

Impact It's the first time Erickson has been called up from the practice squad since joining the Chargers on Aug. 30. The move could be a precautionary one, with Joshua Palmer (knee) listed as questionable for Sunday's contest against the Bears.

OCTOBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Highlight | Alex Erickson Catches a Pass from Tim Boyle for a 14-Yard TD Watch the rookie WR catch a pass from QB Tim Boyle for a 14-yard touchdown.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • NEWYORKJETS.COM

Highlight | Tim Boyle Delivers a 4-Yard Touchdown Pass to Alex Erickson Watch Tim Boyle deliver a 4-yard touchdown pass to Alex Erickson.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • NEWYORKJETS.COM

Tim Boyle with a 14-yard touchdown pass to Alex Erickson vs. New York Giants

AUGUST 27, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Tim Boyle with a 4-yard touchdown pass to Alex Erickson vs. New York Giants

AUGUST 27, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Alex Erickson catches for a 4-yard Touchdown vs. New York Giants

AUGUST 27, 2023 • YOUTUBE

Alex Erickson swerves around defenders on 43-yard return New York Jets wide receiver Alex Erickson swerves around defenders on a 43-yard return.

AUGUST 4, 2023 • NFL.COM

Jets sign WR Alex Erickson The Jets are bringing in a potential option for returning kicks.

JULY 21, 2023 • USATODAY.COM

Inks futures contract The Commanders signed Erickson to a reserve/future contract Monday.

Impact The undrafted product out of Wisconsin made two appearances for the Commanders this season, operating exclusively on special teams. The veteran wideout caught 43 passes for 529 yards across 16 appearances with Cincinnati in 2019, but he's mostly known for his abilities as a return man. With his new contract, he'll have a chance to compete for a roster spot heading into next year's training camp.

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Back on practice squad Erickson reverted to the Commanders' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.

Impact Erickson served as the team's punt returner with Dax Milne (foot) out against the Giants on Sunday, gaining 26 yards on four returns. With Washington now on a bye week and Milne therefore getting extra time to recover, it's unclear whether Erickson will need to be called upon again Week 15 in a rematch with the Giants.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Elevated from practice squad Erickson was elevated to the active roster Saturday.

Impact Erickson was called up to the active roster for the second straight week ahead of Sunday's game against the Giants. The 30-year-old receiver is expected to handle punt return duties with regular returner Dax Milne (foot) out once again.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts back to practice squad Erickson reverted to the Commanders' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Impact Erickson was elevated to the active roster and served as Washington's primary punt returner with Dax Milne (foot) inactive Sunday versus the Falcons. However, the practice-squad wideout would up with just two fair catches and no punt returns over his three special-teams snaps. Erickson also did not see any work on offense while running back Antonio Gibson handled kick-return duties Week 12. The 30-year-old receiver will now be eligible for two more elevations while with the Commanders' practice squad this season, and he could serve a similar role on special teams if Milne remains sidelined versus the Giants next Sunday.

NOVEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to take over punt-return duties The Commanders elevated Erickson from their practice squad to their active roster Saturday, Zach Selby of the team's official site reports.

Impact Washington needs a kick returner with Dax Milne (foot) ruled out Sunday against Atlanta, and Erickson's elevation could have him taking over punt returns, per Sam Fortier of The Washington Post. This is Erickson's first elevation of the campaign after handling both kickoff and punt returns while playing a minimal role on offense for Carolina last season.

NOVEMBER 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Commanders Elevate WR Alex Erickson From Practice Squad vs. Falcons Follow along with Commander Country as we keep you up to date with all firings, hirings, and breaking news in the NFL

NOVEMBER 26, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Shining this preseason Erickson caught each of his three targets for 44 yards in Saturday's preseason loss to Kansas City, leading the Commanders in receiving yards for a second straight week.

Impact Erickson has five catches for 90 yards on six targets, but he's been less successful in the return game and faces new competition there with RB Antonio Gibson now in the mix on special teams. Erickson, Dax Milne, Cam Sims and Dyami Brown are competing for what likely will be two or three roster spots at wide receiver, with special teams a big part of the equation. Washington's top three to start the season appears set with Terry McLaurin, Jahan Dotson and Curtis Samuel.

AUGUST 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Former Bengals and Panthers Wide Receiver Alex Erickson Signs With Commanders Erickson spent the first five years of his career in Cincinnati

MAY 4, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Commanders Sign Veteran WR Alex Erickson Follow along with SI Washington Football as we keep you up to date with all firings, hirings, and breaking news in the NFL.

MAY 4, 2022 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Signs with Washington The Commanders signed Erickson on Wednesday.

Impact Erickson caught just three of four targets for 55 yards across 17 appearances with the Panthers last season, but he has proven to be a reliable punt returner during his first six NFL seasons. Washington also has Dax Milne and Curtis Samuel (hamstring) as potential punt-return options to replace DeAndre Carter, who signed with the Chargers this offseason. However, Erickson has the most experience, which will likely make him the favorite to win the gig heading into training camp.

MAY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

No touches in finale Erickson was not targeted and fair caught both of the punts he fielded in Sunday's 41-17 loss to the Buccaneers.

Impact Erickson was hardly involved offensively this season, catching just three of four targets for 55 yards in 17 games. Where he made his biggest impact was on special teams, returning 23 punts for 204 yards and two kickoffs for 57 yards. While he was less of a factor overall with the Panthers than in his five years prior with the Bengals, Erickson is now slated to hit unrestricted free agency and see his value on the open market.

JANUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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