Zach Ertz Joins Detroit Lions Amid Tight End Injuries

Uncertainty Remains Over Ertz's Participation in NFC Championship Game Against 49ers

Zach Ertz, a three-time Pro Bowl player and former Super Bowl champion, has joined the Detroit Lions and practiced with the team on Wednesday.
Ertz's addition comes as the Lions face injuries to backup tight ends Brock Wright and James Mitchell.
Lions' coach Dan Campbell is unsure if Ertz will be ready to play in the NFC championship game against the 49ers on Sunday.
Record-breaking rookie tight end Sam LaPorta currently leads the Lions' depth chart, with Anthony Firkser as the only other player behind him before Ertz's arrival.
Ertz, who was released by the Arizona Cardinals two months ago, has had a successful career with 709 receptions for 7,434 yards and 46 touchdowns in 11 seasons.