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Commanders' Zach Ertz Status Revealed vs. Eagles

Zach Ertz now knows if he will play for the Washington Commanders against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Jeremy Brener|
Dec 1, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) spikes the ball in the end zone after catching a touchdown pass as Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) celebrates against the Tennessee Titans during the fourth quarter at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
Dec 1, 2024; Landover, Maryland, USA; Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz (86) spikes the ball in the end zone after catching a touchdown pass as Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin (17) celebrates against the Tennessee Titans during the fourth quarter at Northwest Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images | Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

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The Washington Commanders are playing their NFC East rival Philadelphia Eagles in a Week 16 matchup, where Zach Ertz will get a chance to play his former team.

Ertz, 34, was dealing with a concussion and shoulder injury this week, limiting him in practice. But he has healed in time to make an appearance for the Commanders against the Eagles.

Ertz was drafted by the Eagles in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft and spent nine seasons with the organization. He was part of their 2017 Super Bowl-winning team that defeated Tom Brady and the New England Patriots with Nick Foles at quarterback.

Ertz being active today helps the Commanders offense tremendously, giving quarterback Jayden Daniels a reliable target up the middle.

Now, Ertz is trying to enjoy some playoff success with the Commanders, who can qualify for the postseason with a win and some help from other teams in the NFC playoff race.

Here's a look at who is inactive for the Eagles and Commanders this week:

Kickoff for the game is set for 1 p.m. ET inside Northwest Stadium.

Stick with CommanderGameday and the Locked On Commanders podcast for more FREE coverage of the Washington Commanders throughout the 2024 season.

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Jeremy Brener
JEREMY BRENER

Jeremy Brener is an editor, writer and social media manager for several On SI sites. His work has also been featured in 247 Sports and SB Nation as a writer and podcaster. Brener grew up in Houston, going to Astros, Rockets and Texans games as a kid and resides in Central Florida. He graduated from the University of Central Florida with a Bachelor's degree in Broadcast Journalism minoring in Sport Business Management. Brener can be followed on Twitter @JeremyBrener.

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