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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

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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

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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

Catches one pass Erickson caught his only target for 13 yards in Sunday's 33-10 loss to the Dolphins.

Impact Erickson now has three games with a reception this season, getting involved on his only offensive snap Sunday. Despite his contribution, he holds minimal fantasy value most weeks.

NOVEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Active for Week 7 Erickson (concussion) is active for Sunday's contest against the Giants, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official website reports.

Impact Erickson suffered a concussion during the Panthers' Week 6 loss to the Vikings, but he has cleared protocol and will be available Sunday. The 28-year-old wideout has been targeted just twice -- catching both for 42 yards -- this season, but he has been the primary punt returner for the Panthers during the 2021 campaign. With Terrace Marshall (concussion) inactive against the Giants, Erickson may see an uptick in offensive snaps Sunday.

OCTOBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable against Big Blue Erickson (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Erickson was concussed in last week's loss to Minnesota, but he'll have a chance to return without missing any additional game action if he can gain clearance from an independent neurologist before Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff. If Erickson's able to suit up, he'll likely occupy his customary role as the team's punt returner to go with a handful of snaps at wide receiver. He has been targeted just twice through six games, catching both for 42 yards.

OCTOBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to practice Erickson (concussion) was a limited participant at Thursday's practice.

Impact The wide receiver suffered the head injury in Week 6 versus the Vikings, ultimately exiting the contest and not returning to practice until Thursday. He still needs to be cleared by team doctors before suiting up against the Giants in Week 7. Used mostly as a return specialist, Erickson has only two catches for 42 yards in six games this season.

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Ruled out with concussion Erickson exited Sunday's game against the Vikings with a concussion, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Erickson's diagnosis means he won't return to action against Minnesota, and the coming days will likely shed clarity on his possible availability for a Week 7 matchup against the Giants. Erickson finished Sunday's contest with one catch for 17 yards.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Makes long catch Erickson caught his only target for 25 yards in Thursday night's 24-9 win over the Texans.

Impact Erickson handled his usual return duties, taking back two punts for 17 yards, but the veteran also featured on six offensive plays. That involvement helped Erickson make his first catch as a Panther, setting the team up for its second score with his red-zone entering gain Thursday. Although it's unlikely Erickson will factor into the offense much on a week-to-week basis, his contribution in Carolina's latest win should keep him in the mix for occasional snaps.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Darnold's perfectly placed pass to Erickson on the move nets 25 yards Carolina Panthers quarterback Sam Darnold's perfectly placed pass to wide receiver Alex Erickson on the move nets 25 yards.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • NFL.COM

Lands roster spot Erickson was signed the the Panthers' active roster Monday, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact Erickson was elevated from the practice squad to the active roster for the Panthers' Week 1 matchup against the Jets. He served as the team's punt returner in that contest, tallying three returns for 31 yards. Rather than having to revert Erickson back to the practice squad, the team elected to add him to the active roster, and he should be set to maintain his special teams role in Week 2 against New Orleans.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Officially elevated Erickson was elevated from the Panthers' practice squad ahead of Sunday's Week 1 matchup against the Jets, Darin Gantt of the Panthers' official site reports.

Impact Erickson will serve as depth at wide receiver in the season opener since Shi Smith (shoulder) has been ruled out for the contest. The 28-year-old Erickson appeared in all 16 games for the Bengals last year but had just 12 receptions for 139 yards.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Notebook: Alex Erickson to return punts this week Panthers will promote the practice squader to handle the job against the Jets.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • PANTHERS.COM

To be elevated to active roster Erickson will be called up from the Panthers' practice squad for Sunday's game against the Jets, Joe Person of The Athletic reports.

Impact The Panthers elected to keep only five wideouts on their initial 53-man roster, so Erickson will get the promotion with Shi Smith (shoulder) not ready for the opener. Coach Matt Rhule said that Erickson will return punts during Sunday's contest against the Jets.

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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