ZACH ERTZ NEWS

Puts offseason drama aside Ertz said Wednesday that he's "moving on from everything that happened this offseason" and is happy to be with the Eagles, Tim McManus of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Ertz also anticipates regaining his pre-2020 form, though he might not have the same role even if that more or less happens. While Ertz's return to the Eagles after some offseason drama puts a dent in Dallas Goedert's breakout case, there's seemingly still a good chance the 26-year-old sees more targets than his 30-year-old counterpart. That said, Ertz has three Pro Bowl appearances and five 70-catch seasons to his name, while Goedert has thus far maxed out at a 58-607-5 receiving line (in 2019). Both are scheduled for free agency next offseason.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Zach Ertz happy to stay with Eagles, Gardner Minshew happy to arrive Zach Ertz gives his thoughts on staying with Eagles as QB Gardner Minshew arrives.

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • DELAWAREONLINE.COM

News and notes leading off with Zach Ertz's first press conference of 2021 The three-time Pro Bowl tight end is looking forward to the 2021 season with the Eagles. Also, Gardner Minshew spoke with the media for the...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Zach Ertz 'excited' to be with Eagles: 'This is the place I want to retire' Ertz looks to be a key part of the Eagles' offense in 2021 despite a tense contract dispute with the franchise that appeared poised to end h...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Zach Ertz wants to retire an Eagle After all of the drama, Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz is all set to suit up for the team this year. There were countless trade rum...

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021 • 12UP.COM

Zach Ertz Fantasy Outlook Offers Sleeper Potential Earlier this offseason, Eagles tight end Zach Ertz made it pretty clear that he wanted Philadelphia to trade or release him. Fast forward to...

AUGUST 27, 2021 • FANDUEL.COM

A fantasy football guide to the Eagles offense, from Jalen Hurts to Zach Ertz What are fair statistical expectations for Jalen Hurts and DeVonta Smith in 2021? How will Zach Ertz affect Dallas Goedert's numbers?

AUGUST 27, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Seeing steady targets at practice Head coach Nick Sirianni said Ertz and Goedert both rank near the top of the team in targets and catches throughout training camp, Eliot Shorr-Parks of Sports Radio 94 WIP Philadel...

Impact Shorr-Parks says his stats show the same thing, with quarterback Jalen Hurts taking a liking to his talented tight ends. The popular thinking all offseason was that the Eagles would trade Ertz and shift to more three-wide formations under a new coaching staff, but both tight ends now seem likely to have significant roles in the passing game. Assuming Ertz remains in Philadelphia, the division of snaps and targets between him and Goedert will be one of the key things to monitor for fantasy purposes early in the season. The Eagles kick their season off Sept. 12 in Atlanta, facing a Falcons defense that finished in the bottom half of the league for points and yards allowed each of the past three seasons.

AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Latest On Zach Ertz's Future With The Eagles Jason La Canfora gives an update on Zach Ertz's future with the Eagles.

AUGUST 19, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Did Bill Belichick Tamper With Zach Ertz in Front of a Reporter? Bill Belichick told Zach Ertz how badly he wanted to trade for him with a reporter standing by.

AUGUST 16, 2021 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Pair of catches in preseason opener Ertz caught two of three targets for 20 yards in Thursday's 24-16 preseason loss to the Steelers.

Impact Ertz appears set to play for the Eagles this season after requesting a trade in the offseason, and he seems to have built up a nice rapport with starting quarterback Jalen Hurts. Two of Hurts' three completions in two drives of action went to Ertz, while fellow tight end Dallas Goedert -- who's expected to see as much if not more receiving work -- added a 34-yard catch of his own. With an unproven cast of young players on the outside, Philadelphia's passing game could be as reliant on tight ends as any in the league, allowing both Goedert and Ertz to maintain fantasy relevance. Up next for Ertz will be a visit from the Patriots for Week 2 of preseason.

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Steelers rally behind Haskins to beat Eagles 24-16

Dwayne Haskins continued his push for the backup quarterback spot

AUGUST 13, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Trending toward playing Thursday Ertz is in uniform and participating in pregame warmups ahead of Thursday's preseason contest against the Steelers, indicating he'll play, Dave Zangaro of NBC Sports Philadelphia r...

Impact There was an expectation the Eagles would trade Ertz in the offseason, but the rumor mill has been bucked, and he remains with the team. It's unclear exactly how much he may see the field Thursday, but a possession or two seems reasonable as he continues to develop a rapport with second-year quarterback Jalen Hurts.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Why Zach Ertz is one of 7 Eagles to watch in preseason opener vs. Steelers Jalen Hurts will start at quarterback, and what it could mean if Zach Ertz plays

AUGUST 11, 2021 • DELAWAREONLINE.COM

Playing well in camp Ertz has outplayed Dallas Goedert thus far in camp, Zach Berman of The Athletic reports.

Impact Even though expectations were that Ertz would be on another team by now, the 30-year-old showed up this preseason ready to go and has been making enough plays in practice to be considered one of the five best skill-position players on the roster. If he remains with the Eagles, he may force coach Nick Sirianni to get him the ball at the expense of Goedert. At the very least, the nine-year vet is showing that he's ready to rebound from a tough showing in 2020, no matter what team he's on.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Training Camp Buzz: Zach Ertz 'not happy' at Eagles camp after offseason trade request Reporting from Eagles practice, NFL Network's Mike Garafolo is left reading between the lines when it comes to the Zach Ertz saga in Phila...

JULY 29, 2021 • NFL.COM

Eagles updates: More than 90 percent vaccinated, Zach Ertz practices, QB intrigue With the league incentivizing players to get COVID-19 vaccines, the Eagles have fewer than 10 unvaccinated players on the roster.

JULY 28, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Garafolo: Why 'I'm skeptical' Ertz is on Eagles' roster Week 1, despite Roseman's comments NFL Network's Mike Garafolo discusses Philadelphia Eagles general manager Howie Roseman's expectation to have tight end Zach Ertz on the ros...

JULY 28, 2021 • NFL.COM

Why is Zach Ertz taking part in practice during Eagles' training camp? Zach Ertz not only reported for training camp, he took part in practice and made an impression on coaches and teammates.

JULY 28, 2021 • DELAWAREONLINE.COM

Eagles on Zach Ertz, first day of practice Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni and players react to Zach Ertz and the first day of training camp.

JULY 28, 2021 • DELAWAREONLINE.COM

Training Camp Buzz: Eagles GM Roseman expects TE Zach Ertz on roster by start of season Eagles TE was on the practice field Wednesday despite his offseason trade request from the team. GM Howie Roseman expressed his excitement t...

JULY 28, 2021 • NFL.COM

Could stay in Philly Eagles general manager Howie Roseman said Wednesday that he expects Ertz to be included on the Week 1 roster, Tim McManus of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Roseman was spotted talking to Ertz on Wednesday after the first practice of training camp, following an offseason in which the veteran tight end was a frequent subject of trade rumors. It's unclear if the Eagles aggressively shopped him or merely listened to offers, but Ertz can still likely be had, though Philadelphia may not be ready to give him away for next to nothing. The 30-year-old tight end has a non-guaranteed $8.5 million base salary this season, while his main competition at the position, 26-year-old Dallas Goedert, still has a year remaining on his rookie contract.

JULY 28, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Garafolo: Zach Ertz would've 'loved' to have teamed up with Wentz in Indy NFL Network's Mike Garafolo discusses Philadelphia Eagles tight end Zach Ertz's return to Eagles training camp.

JULY 27, 2021 • NFL.COM

Shows up for training camp Ertz reported Tuesday for the start of training camp, though it still isn't clear he'll be with the Eagles come Week 1, Jeff McLane of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.

Impact The Eagles don't want to trade Ertz for pennies, but that's what they may end up doing -- if not outright releasing him -- when faced with the reality of an $8.5 million base salary (non-guaranteed) for a 30-year-old tight end who may not even be a starter anymore. Then again, it's a reasonable price to pay if Ertz can rebound to his pre-2020 form, following an injury-shortened season in which he was thoroughly outplayed by fellow Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert, a 2018 second-round pick who is now entering the final year of his rookie contract. Conventional wisdom for a rebuilding team would be to trade Ertz and extend Goedert, but there are still a few different ways it could play out. Unfortunately, none of those scenarios is likely to return Ertz to his days of perennial triple-digit targets.

JULY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Open to staying in Philly Ertz is willing to play for the Eagles and plans to report for the start of training camp, Howard Eskin of Sports Radio 94 WIP Philadelphia reports.

Impact This doesn't preclude a trade, but the report suggests Ertz won't hold out or otherwise be too disgruntled if he remains with the Eagles. Outplayed by Dallas Goedert during an ineffective and injury-plagued 2020 campaign, Ertz has one season remaining on his contract and appears to be a questionable fit on a rebuilding team with a new coaching staff. It's still far from a sure thing that he plays for the Eagles, though this latest report suggests it's a real possibility.

JULY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE