Alex Erickson Fantasy

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Alex Erickson will get some extra snaps in Week 5 against the Dolphins. Though he only caught one pass for eight yards against the Falcons, he will get more involved with the team missing tight end Tyler Eifert (ankle), Giovani Bernard (knee), and wide receiver John Ross (groin). In addition, Erickson also serves as the backup should running backs Joe Mixon, who will likely be eased back in after missing a few weeks, and Mark Walton go down during the game. It is a long-shot for him to have a breakout performance, but the potential is there for some catches and even a trip to the end zone.

Oct. 6th • 10:15 PM

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Alex Erickson's role is expected to increase in Week 5 against the Dolphins with John Ross (groin) ruled out. Erickson earned the most snaps at receiver of any game this year by a wide margin in Week 4 and was also the third running back behind Giovani Bernard and rookie Mark Walton. Erickson has just one catch on two targets in four games this year, so fantasy owners shouldn't really be looking to him for production. He'll likely be the third wideout behind A.J. Green and Tyler Boyd on Sunday.

Oct. 6th • 1:16 PM

The Cincinnati Bengals gave wide receiver Alex Erickson a two-year contract extension on Saturday. Erickson isn't on the fantasy radar, as he's buried on the depth chart behind A.J. Green, Tyler Boyd, Josh Malone, John Ross and Cody Core. The 25-year-old has 18 catches for 251 yards and one touchdown in two seasons in the NFL.

Sep. 8th • 2:12 PM