Mackensie Alexander Fantasy Stats

The Miami Dolphins signed free-agent cornerback Mackensie Alexander to an undisclosed deal on Monday, according to his agent, David Canter. Alexander was originally a second-round pick by the Minnesota Vikings in 2016 out of the University of Clemson. The 28-year-old spent his first four NFL seasons in Minnesota before joining the Cincinnati Bengals in 2020. He returned to the Vikings last year and had 51 tackles (33 solo) and five passes defensed in 16 games (five starts). Alexander will provide veteran cornerback depth for the Dolphins entering the 2022 regular season.

A misdemeanor battery charge against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Mackensie Alexander was dismissed on Tuesday. The charge stemmed from last August in relation to the disappearance of his father. Alexander entered deferred prosecution on Dec. 8, which led to the charges being dismissed. Part of the terms of the agreement included 24 hours of community service and participation in an anger-management course. Alexander allegedly went to a man's house to discuss the incident with his father, hit him and caused minor injuries. He pleaded not guilty and completed the pretrial diversion program on Jan. 13. The fifth-year player started in 10 of his 13 games in 2020 and recorded 47 tackles and one interception.

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Mackensie Alexander was arrested on Tuesday night on one count of battery, according to the Collier County (Fla.) Sheriff's Office records. Alexander returned home to Florida on Tuesday after his father's disappearance on Monday. It's a strange twist, and Alexander may not be returning to Bengals camp anytime soon. With Trae Waynes out indefinitely with a torn pectoral muscle, Greg Mabin may be forced to step in as a starter in the secondary if Alexander is suspended to begin the season. The 26-year-old Alexander had two interceptions, 21 passes defensed and 4.5 sacks in his four seasons with the Vikings before joining Cincy this offseason.

Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Mackensie Alexander left the teams training camp Tuesday to tend to a family matter involving the possible disappearance of his father. Alexander inked a one-year deal to join the Bengals back in March, having spent the first four seasons of his career with Minnesota. Alexander was slated to step in at the starting spot at left corner after Trae Waynes (pec) underwent surgery and was out indefinitely. Check back for an update on when Alexander will be able to return to the team.

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (knee) will have arthroscopic surgery for a small tear in his lateral meniscus and will miss the Divisional Round against the 49ers, according to a source. However, if the Vikings pull off the upset of San Francisco and advance to the NFC title game, Alexander could be back. Minnesota pulled off a huge upset over New Orleans on the road in the wild-card game, but their secondary remains vulnerable. Andrew Sendejo and Holton Hill will help replace Alexander against the 49ers this Saturday. Alexander's absence will be good news for wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders out of the slot.

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (ankle) was limited in practice on Friday but is doubtful for Week 1 against the 49ers. Fellow cornerback Xavier Rhodes (hamstring) was a full participant but is questionable. With Alexander looking unlikely to play in the season opener, rookie corner Mike Hughes may be tasked with covering the slot. Regardless, Minnesota's defense is a strong fantasy unit and should be in all starting lineups.

Minnesota Vikings cornerback Mackensie Alexander (ankle) returned to practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. It's a good sign that Alexander will have a chance to suit up in Week 1 against the 49ers. When healthy, Alexander will typically be the slot cornerback, with Xavier Rhodes and Trae Waynes on the edges.

Minnesota Vikings second-year cornerback Mackensie Alexander has made an impact through the early weeks of training camp. Xavier Rhodes is coming off a career year and quarterbacks will be targeting the other side of the field more and more often. Veteran Terrence Newman will be relegated to a lesser role this season and the battle between Trae Waynes and Alexander was one of note to start camp. Waynes was the outside corner to start last week's game, and coach Mike Zimmer has expressed his favor with Alexander's production in the slot.