How education and upbringing influenced the life of Zach Ertz. A timeline of key moments.
Zach Ertz is a professional American football tight end currently playing for the Washington Commanders. He gained prominence playing college football for Stanford, where he earned All-American honors. Drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2013, he spent nine seasons with the team, achieving three Pro Bowl selections and winning Super Bowl LII. Ertz holds the NFL record for most receptions in a season by a tight end. He has also played for the Arizona Cardinals and Detroit Lions.
November 10, 1990: Zach Ertz was born
On November 10, 1990, Zachary Adam Ertz was born. He is an American football tight end.
2009: Redshirted at Stanford
In 2009, Zach Ertz redshirted his first season at Stanford University.
2010: Played 13 games and had 16 catches
In 2010, Zach Ertz played 13 games for Stanford, recording 16 catches, 190 yards, and five touchdowns.
2012: Earned Unanimous All-American Honors
In 2012, Zach Ertz earned unanimous All-American honors while playing college football for the Stanford Cardinal.
2012: Played football for the Cardinal
Zach Ertz played football for the Cardinal until 2012 at Stanford University.
December 29, 2015: Eagles fired head coach Chip Kelly
On December 29, 2015, The Philadelphia Eagles fired head coach Chip Kelly. Ertz had nine receptions for a career-high 152 yards that game.
February 26, 2016: Proposed to Julie Johnston
On February 26, 2016, Zach Ertz proposed to professional soccer player Julie Johnston at Stanford University's baseball stadium.
March 26, 2017: Married Julie Johnston
On March 26, 2017, Zach Ertz married Julie Johnston in Goleta, California.
December 2, 2020: Activated from injured reserve
On December 2, 2020, Zach Ertz was activated from injured reserve after recovering from a high ankle sprain.
August 11, 2022: Birth of first child
On August 11, 2022, Zach Ertz and his wife Julie welcomed their first child, a son.
August 25, 2024: Birth of twins
On August 25, 2024, Zach Ertz and his wife Julie welcomed twins Kace and Kyren Ertz.