Zach Ertz returns to Eagles, joining practice squad amid injuries

2 sources1 min read • Latest: Sep 21, 2026, 10:54 PM

Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Zach Ertz returns to Eagles, joining practice squad amid injuries
Summary

Zach Ertz is returning to the Philadelphia Eagles, signing with their practice squad after tight end Dallas Goedert suffered an MCL sprain. Ertz, who played for the Eagles from 2013 to 2021, will likely transition to the active roster following a brief adjustment period. The Eagles had been dealing with tight end depth issues, with injuries sidelining other players. Ertz's history with the Eagles includes a Super Bowl victory, and he is close to breaking the franchise record for receptions.

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  • Dallas Goedert is expected to miss several weeks due to an MCL sprain.
  • Ertz has a history with the Eagles, winning a Super Bowl in 2017.
  • He is 11 receptions away from breaking Harold Carmichael’s franchise record.
  • Ertz will start on the practice squad before moving to the active roster.
Latest Updates
  • 10:54 PMYahoo SportsZach Ertz returning to Philadelphia, will sign with Eagles' practice squad
  • 10:41 PMYahoo SportsZach Ertz is back!
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Veteran tight end Zach Ertz is heading back to Philadelphia.

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The veteran tight end is back in Philly!!

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