TE: Zach Ertz - WAS

2024 Season Summary

Core Stats (17 Games)

• Targets: 91 (8th among TEs)

• Receptions: 66 (6th)

• Receiving Yards: 654 (~38.5 YPG, 11th)

• Touchdowns: 7 (Tied 4th among TEs)

• Red-Zone Usage: 16 RZ targets (13 catches, 3 TDs + 1 playoff TD)

Performance Highlights

• Scored 6 of 7 TDs in final 7 games + 1 in playoffs

• Team-high 16 targets in NFC Championship game

• Played all 17 games despite age/durability concerns

2025 Fantasy Outlook

1. Role & Usage

• Re-signed with Commanders on 1-year, $6.25M deal (incentives up to $9M)

• Expected to maintain short/intermediate role in Kliff Kingsbury's quick-pass offense

• Strong chemistry with QB Jayden Daniels, especially in red zone and playoffs

2. Competition & Offensive Context

• Addition of Deebo Samuel likely siphons short-area targets

• TE Ben Sinnott (Day 2 rookie, 2024) expected to grow in red-zone usage

• Target share may dip slightly but RZ volume likely remains stable

3. Efficiency & Health

• 72.5% catch rate (66 on 91 targets)

• Averaged 0.41 TDs/game—a top-tier scoring pace for TEs

• No games missed in 2024, but now entering age-35 season

Headliner Take

Zach Ertz defied age expectations in 2024, finishing with 66 catches, 654 yards, and 7 TDs while playing all 17 games and maintaining red-zone prominence. His strong rapport with Jayden Daniels and role in Kingsbury’s offense make him a reliable weekly option again in 2025.

But with Deebo Samuel added and Ben Sinnott pushing for red-zone work, Ertz’s volume ceiling is capped. At age 35, durability is a concern—but the floor is real. You’re drafting a high-floor TE2 with weekly TD potential, not a breakout star. Perfect for teams punting tight end and looking for consistency.