Zach Ertz fully cleared to return, aims for 2026 NFL season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 5:47 PM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Former Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz has been fully cleared for all football activities following his recovery from a torn ACL. Ertz, who plans to play in 2026, worked out at Stanford with his former college quarterback, Andrew Luck. He expressed his determination to return to the field and avoid ending his career due to injury. Ertz's contract with the Commanders expired after the 2025 season, and while he was a key contributor to the team's success, a return to Washington is unlikely due to their recent signings at the tight end position.
- •Ertz is cleared for all activities after ACL surgery.
- •He aims to play in the 2026 NFL season.
- •Ertz participated in workouts with Andrew Luck at Stanford.
- •He caught 50 passes for 504 yards last season.
- •A return to the Commanders is unlikely due to team changes.
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