Zach Ertz Targets Week 1 Return, Enters Free Agency After ACL Tear

Veteran TE Zach Ertz, who tore his right ACL in December after his 35th birthday, plans to play in the upcoming 2026 season. NFL Network reports Ertz is expected to be cleared around Week 1. The three-time Pro Bowler, entering his 14th season, is set to hit unrestricted free agency in March, actively seeking a new team following his recovery. He aims to return to action early in the season after a brutal injury.