"Right when you thought the Washington Commanders' disaster of a 2025 season was turning the corner, it managed to reach a new low in Week 14 against the Minnesota Vikings. Jayden Daniels returned from his elbow injury, only to look out of sorts and aggravate the issue. The Vikings defense terrorized Washington's offense, forcing three turnovers and shutting it out for the first time since 2019. Worst of all, though, was the brutal injury to veteran tight end Zach Ertz late in the third quarter."
"Ertz was hit in the knee by Minnesota's Jay Ward and was carted off the field in an emotional scene. Head coach Dan Quinn's postgame update on his condition was not promising, raising questions about the Stanford product's future - not only in Washington but in the NFL. Dan Quinn said fear is an ACL for Zach Ertz.- Ben Standig (@BenStandig) December 7, 2025"
"He was considered on the downside of his career, but still possessed positive value he could bring to an organization. He enjoyed a resurgent season in 2024, compiling his most receiving yards in three years and most touchdowns in five. More importantly, Ertz helped change the culture in Washington. His off-field leadership made him one of the Commanders' most trusted locker room presences as they made their magical run to the NFC title game."
The Washington Commanders were shut out in Week 14 by the Minnesota Vikings, with the defense forcing three turnovers and dominating offensively. Jayden Daniels returned from an elbow injury but appeared out of sorts and aggravated the issue during the game. Veteran tight end Zach Ertz suffered a knee hit from Jay Ward, was carted off in an emotional scene, and faces a potentially serious injury with postgame fears of an ACL. Ertz provided leadership and productive receiving, including a resurgent 2024 and significant short-yardage and situational contributions in 2025, putting his future in doubt.
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