Overview
- An MRI on Monday confirmed Ertz tore the ACL in his right knee sustained in Sunday’s 31-0 loss at Minnesota, head coach Dan Quinn said.
- The injury occurred in the third quarter when Vikings safety Jay Ward hit Ertz low as he leapt for a Marcus Mariota pass, and no penalty was called.
- Ertz was visibly emotional, needing help to the sideline before being carted to the locker room, and he was ruled out for the game shortly after.
- Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell defended Ward’s intent, saying he saw no malice on the play given the speed and dynamics of the collision.
- Ertz finishes 2025 with 50 catches for 504 yards and four touchdowns and holds 825 career receptions, fifth all-time among tight ends; his age and one-year deal make his return uncertain, while Washington noted QB Jayden Daniels’ elbow showed no long-term concern.