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Commanders’ Zach Ertz Out for Season With Torn ACL

At 35 on a one-year contract, his NFL future is uncertain.

Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) makes a catch against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • The tight end injured his right knee late in the third quarter of Washington’s Dec. 7 loss at Minnesota after a low hit from Vikings safety Jay Ward and was carted off in tears.
  • Coach Dan Quinn said Monday that tests confirmed a torn ACL, ending Ertz’s 2025 season.
  • Ward was not flagged on the play, and no league discipline had been announced as of Monday, with Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell defending Ward’s intent and saying he reached out to Ertz.
  • Ertz was Washington’s No. 2 receiver this season with 50 catches for 504 yards and four touchdowns and has 825 career receptions, fifth all-time among tight ends.
  • Washington fell to 3-10 in the 31-0 defeat, and Quinn said QB Jayden Daniels’ left elbow showed no long-term concern, with his Week 15 status to be determined.