"I was stimming, I was scratching myself, I was on the ground rocking in a ball, and I was almost disappointed this wasn't shown because I know it's important for people with autism to see me in that state.

The episode opened with a final five of Erickson, her day-one ally Joe Hunter, lawyer Kyle Fraser, software engineer Kamilla Karthigesu and physical education coach Mitch Guerra.

Eva Erickson, who was born in St. Paul and grew up in Eagan, placed second in the 48th season of “Survivor,” the highest finish for a Minnesotan in the show’s long history. Minneapolis’ Laurel Johnson from season 36 and St.