Zach Ertz

Zach Ertz, a professional football tight end currently with the Washington Commanders, has had a dynamic and impressive career in the NFL. Beginning his journey in 2013, Ertz was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles, with whom he signed his initial four-year contract. His talent was soon recognized as he scored his first career touchdown in the same year against the Oakland Raiders. Ertz's commitment to the sport saw him signing a five-year contract extension with the Eagles in 2016, during which he led the team in touchdown receptions, receiving yards, and receptions.

With a career-high 15 receptions in a game against the Washington Redskins in 2014, Ertz has demonstrated his prowess on the field consistently. His career has been punctuated with numerous accolades such as being selected for the Pro Bowl three times between 2017 and 2019 and being named to the First-team All-Pac-12 in 2012. Ertz's standout achievement was arguably in 2018 when he set an NFL record for most receptions in a single season by a tight end with a staggering 116 receptions.

After his tenure with the Eagles, Ertz continued to be a formidable force in the NFL with stints at the Arizona Cardinals and the Washington Commanders. Despite facing injuries and being put on reserve, Ertz's value remained unshaken, leading to his three-year deal with the Cardinals in 2022 and, subsequently, a one-year contract with the Commanders. Ertz is the co-founder of the Ertz Family Foundation alongside his wife Julie Ertz, which is dedicated to empowering others by sharing faith and learning through sports and advancing education.