Zach Ertz is an American football tight end who currently plays for the Washington Commanders. He played college football at Stanford University, where he was recognized as a unanimous All-American in 2012. In 2013, he was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles, with whom he won Super Bowl LII.
1981: Zach Ertz's Father's Football Career Begins at Lehigh University
In 1981, Zach Ertz's father began playing football for Lehigh University.
1984: Zach Ertz's Father's Football Career Ends at Lehigh University
In 1984, Zach Ertz's father finished playing football for Lehigh University.
November 10, 1990: Birth of Zach Ertz
Zach Ertz was born on November 10, 1990.
2009: Zach Ertz Redshirts at Stanford University
Zach Ertz started attending Stanford University in 2009 and redshirted his first year on the football team.
2010: Zach Ertz's Sophomore Season at Stanford University
In 2010, Zach Ertz had 16 catches for 190 yards and five touchdowns during his Sophomore season at Stanford.
2011: Zach Ertz's Junior Season at Stanford University
In 2011, Zach Ertz had 27 receptions, 343 receiving yards, and four receiving touchdowns during his junior season at Stanford University.
2012: Zach Ertz Declares for the NFL Draft
After finishing his Junior season at Stanford, Zach Ertz declared for the 2013 NFL Draft.
2012: Unanimous All-American Honors
Zach Ertz earned unanimous All-American honors for his performance playing college football for the Stanford Cardinal in 2012.
2012: Zach Ertz's Senior Season at Stanford University
Zach Ertz finished his time at Stanford University in 2012.
January 8, 2013: Zach Ertz Officially Enters the NFL Draft
On January 8, 2013, Zach Ertz officially announced his decision to enter the NFL Draft and forgo his senior season at Stanford University.
March 24, 2013: Zach Ertz Attends Stanford's Pro Day
On March 24, 2013, Zach Ertz participated in Stanford University's pro day.
May 9, 2013: Zach Ertz Signs Contract with the Philadelphia Eagles
Zach Ertz signed a four-year, $5.37 million contract with the Philadelphia Eagles on May 9, 2013.
September 29, 2013: Zach Ertz Earns Starting Position
Zach Ertz earned the starting tight end position for the Philadelphia Eagles on September 29, 2013.
December 1, 2013: First Career Multi-Touchdown Game
On December 1, 2013, Zach Ertz had his first career multi-touchdown game with two touchdowns against the Arizona Cardinals.
2013: Drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles
Zach Ertz was selected by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 2013 NFL draft.
2013: Zach Ertz is Drafted into the NFL
Zach Ertz was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in the second round of the 2013 NFL draft.
January 4, 2014: Zach Ertz's First Playoff Appearance
Zach Ertz played in his first career playoff game on January 4, 2014, against the New Orleans Saints.
December 20, 2014: Career-High Receptions
Zach Ertz had a career-high 15 receptions for 115 yards against the Washington Redskins on December 20, 2014.
November 22, 2015: Ertz Injured in Loss to Buccaneers
On November 22, 2015, Zach Ertz suffered a concussion during a game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He was injured after catching a pass and being tackled by Lavonte David.
December 22, 2015: Ertz Sets Season-High in Loss to Redskins
Despite the Eagles' loss to the Redskins on December 22, 2015, Zach Ertz had a season-high 13 receptions for 122 receiving yards.
December 29, 2015: Eagles Fire Coach Kelly, Ertz Excels in Season Finale
On December 29, 2015, the Philadelphia Eagles fired head coach Chip Kelly. In the season's final game, a win against the New York Giants, Ertz had nine receptions for a career-high 152 yards.
January 25, 2016: Ertz Signs Contract Extension with Eagles
Zach Ertz signed a five-year contract extension with the Philadelphia Eagles on January 25, 2016. The deal was worth $42.5 million and included $21 million guaranteed.
February 26, 2016: Ertz Proposes to Julie Johnston
Zach Ertz, a devout Christian, proposed to his girlfriend, professional soccer player Julie Johnston, on February 26, 2016, at the Stanford University baseball stadium where they first crossed paths.
December 12, 2016: Ertz Excels in Loss to Redskins
On December 12, 2016, Zach Ertz had ten receptions for 112 receiving yards in a game against the Washington Redskins, though the Eagles lost.
March 26, 2017: Ertz and Johnston Wed in California
Zach Ertz and Julie Johnston exchanged vows on March 26, 2017, in a ceremony held in Goleta, California, solidifying their relationship.
October 29, 2017: Ertz Scores Touchdown, Suffers Hamstring Injury
Zach Ertz caught four passes for 34 receiving yards and a touchdown in the Eagles' win against the San Francisco 49ers on October 29, 2017. However, he sustained a hamstring injury during the game.
December 3, 2017: Ertz Concussed in Loss to Seahawks
On December 3, 2017, during a game against the Seattle Seahawks, Zach Ertz left the game in the third quarter after suffering a concussion.
December 19, 2017: Ertz Selected to First Pro Bowl
Zach Ertz was named to his first Pro Bowl on December 19, 2017.
January 21, 2018: Ertz Starts in NFC Championship Victory
Zach Ertz made his first career playoff start on January 21, 2018, in the NFC Championship game against the Minnesota Vikings. He caught eight passes for 93 yards as the Eagles secured a victory.
February 4, 2018: Ertz Wins Super Bowl LII with Eagles
On February 4, 2018, Zach Ertz started in Super Bowl LII and caught seven passes for 67 yards and a touchdown, helping the Philadelphia Eagles defeat the New England Patriots to win their first Super Bowl in franchise history.
2018: Ertz Breaks NFL Record, Makes Pro Bowl
During the 2018 NFL season, Zach Ertz broke Jason Witten's record for most receptions by a tight end in a single season with 113. He was also named to the Pro Bowl.
2018: Ertz Ranked Among Top Players
Zach Ertz was ranked 68th by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2018.
2019: Ertz Earns Pro Bowl Nomination
Zach Ertz had another impressive season in 2019, earning himself a Pro Bowl nomination.
2019: Ertz Ranked Among Top NFL Players
Zach Ertz was ranked 40th by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2019.
October 22, 2020: Ertz Placed on Injured Reserve
Zach Ertz suffered a high ankle sprain and was placed on injured reserve on October 22, 2020.
December 2, 2020: Ertz Returns from Injury
On December 2, 2020, Zach Ertz was activated from injured reserve.
2020: Ertz Ranked Among Top Players Again
In 2020, Zach Ertz was ranked 85th by his peers on the NFL Top 100 Players list.
October 15, 2021: Ertz Traded to Arizona Cardinals
On October 15, 2021, Zach Ertz was traded to the Arizona Cardinals.
March 13, 2022: Ertz Signs Extension with Cardinals
On March 13, 2022, Zach Ertz signed a three-year contract extension with the Arizona Cardinals worth $31.65 million, demonstrating his value to the team.
August 11, 2022: Ertz and Johnston Welcome Their First Child
On August 11, 2022, Zach Ertz and Julie Johnston celebrated a significant personal milestone with the birth of their first child, a son, expanding their family.
November 26, 2022: Season-Ending Injury for Ertz
Zach Ertz's season came to an end on November 26, 2022, when he was placed on injured reserve due to a knee injury sustained in Week 10.
2022: Ertz Completes First Season with Cardinals
Zach Ertz finished the 2022 season with the Arizona Cardinals after being traded the previous year.
October 24, 2023: Ertz Sidelined with Quadriceps Injury
On October 24, 2023, Zach Ertz was placed on injured reserve due to a quadriceps injury, marking another setback in his career.
January 22, 2024: Ertz Joins Lions Practice Squad
On January 22, 2024, Zach Ertz signed with the Detroit Lions practice squad, filling a need created by an injury to Brock Wright.
January 28, 2024: Ertz's Contract with Lions Expires
Zach Ertz's contract with the Detroit Lions expired on January 28, 2024, following the conclusion of the team's season.
March 12, 2024: Ertz Signs with Washington Commanders
In a significant career move, Zach Ertz signed a one-year contract with the Washington Commanders on March 12, 2024.