"Ertz came to Washington as a 34 year old in 2024, but the three-time Pro Bowler was still effective. In year one with the Commanders, he played in all 17 games, catching 66 passes for 654 yards and seven touchdowns. In 2025, Ertz caught 50 passes for 504 yards and four touchdowns, but his season was ended after just 13 games, tearing his ACL in Week 14."
"After Washington agreed to a deal with free agent tight end Chig Okonkwo on Wednesday, it seems like Ertz's time in Washington is over. Okonkwo was considered the top available tight end, and he has agreed to a three-year deal with the Commanders. That commitment makes it clear that Washington is entering a new era at tight end, leaving Ertz to explore his options as he hopes to return to the NFL for his 14th season."
"Despite sustaining the significant injury so late in the year, the veteran tight end has already made it clear that he intends to play next season, and that he expects to be cleared in time for Week 1 of the season. While he will attack his rehab, and do his best to make sure that's the case, it remains a question of who he'll be playing for."
Zach Ertz's future with the Washington Commanders appears uncertain following his ACL tear in Week 14 of the 2025 season. The 35-year-old veteran tight end was productive during his two seasons with Washington, recording 66 catches for 654 yards and seven touchdowns in 2024, followed by 50 catches for 504 yards and four touchdowns in 2025 before his injury. Washington's decision to sign free agent tight end Chig Okonkwo to a three-year deal indicates the team is moving forward with a new direction at the position. Despite the significant injury, Ertz has expressed his intention to play a 14th NFL season and expects to be cleared by Week 1, leaving him to explore other opportunities.
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