Overview
- Monday tests confirmed the ACL tear, head coach Dan Quinn announced.
- The injury occurred in the third quarter against the Vikings when safety Jay Ward collided with Ertz’s leg while he was airborne.
- Ertz was helped off and carted to the locker room, visibly emotional as Marcus Mariota offered support.
- ACL recoveries commonly take about nine months, leaving his readiness for next season uncertain and raising questions about his future.
- Before the injury, Ertz had 50 receptions for 504 yards and four touchdowns this season after re-signing on a one-year deal.