Analyst makes case for Commanders to re-sign Zach Ertz

Zach Ertz is a free agent this offseason for the Washington Commanders.

Jan 18, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) celebrates a touchdown during the second quarter against Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images / David Reginek-Imagn Images

The Washington Commanders offense reached unthinkable heights this season, and while Jayden Daniels was a big part of that, he needed a strong supporting cast around him.

Zach Ertz was one of his best targets, catching 66 passes for 654 yards and seven touchdowns.

The 33rd Team writer Dan Pizzuta says that Ertz is someone the Commanders should want to have back on the team after free agency this spring.

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Ertz coming back to Commanders?

"Zach Ertz won't be a top target in the passing game, but he was a useful piece in the middle of the field for Washington and Jayden Daniels. He was also a reliable red zone threat, with all seven of his touchdowns coming inside the 20," Pizzuta writes.

"When needed, he got open in space, which led to his 11-catch, 104-yard game against the Eagles in the NFC Championship Game."

Ertz has stated his desire to stay in Washington, but a deal hasn't been finalized, and likely won't until around the start of the new league year on March 12.

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