Zach Ertz cleared to return as he seeks new NFL team
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 2:59 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Former Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz is now healthy and ready to pursue a new team for the upcoming 2026 NFL season. After recovering from a season-ending ACL injury, Ertz is looking for opportunities following his tenure with the Washington Commanders, where he impressed in 2024 and 2025 with notable receiving numbers. NFL insider Adam Schefter has reported that Ertz participated in workouts, catching passes from his former college quarterback Andrew Luck. He is expected to finalize a deal later this month as he prepares for his 14th NFL season.
- •Zach Ertz is currently a free agent after leaving the Washington Commanders.
- •He has been cleared for all football activities after recovering from an ACL injury.
- •Ertz caught 50 passes for 504 yards and four touchdowns in 2025.
- •Aiming for a mid-August signing, Ertz is training with Andrew Luck.
- •He previously played nine seasons with the Eagles, amassing 6,267 yards.
- 2:59 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Eagles Star Zach Ertz Gets Great News After Season-Ending Injury
"After spending time with an NFC East rival, former Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz is still on the free agency market, searching for his next destination. On Tuesday, August 4, the NFL insider Adam Schefter sent a signal to the league, making it clear that Ertz is healthy and will soon be ready to […] The post Ex-Eagles Star Zach Ertz Gets Great News After Season-Ending Injury appeared first on HEAVY.
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