After tight ends George Kittle and Travis Kelce both got massive extensions this summer, most people expected Philadelphia Eagles’ Zach Ertz to be next in line. However, Ertz still doesn’t have a new deal on the table and this is making him question whether he has a future with the team.
Ertz is entering the final year of his contract with the Eagles in 2020 and the two sides have been discussing an extension for some time now. However, several past reports indicated that the talks haven’t been progressing well and have completely stalled recently.
Speaking with reporters on Friday, Ertz said that he wants to stay with the Eagles past 2020, but isn’t sure if the franchise feels the same way about him.
“It’s been frustrating at times. It’s been difficult,” Ertz said. “I’ve said all along I want to be here for the long run. I don’t know for sure if that feeling is mutual.”
Despite feeling unappreciated by the Eagles, Ertz said that unsuccessful contract talks wouldn’t affect his commitment this season.
“So I’m going into this year that I’m going to leave it all out there,” he added. “Whatever happens, happens.”
Zach Ertz has been one of the best tight ends in the league for years now, and the preferred target for quarterback Carson Wentz. Since Wentz took over under center in 2017, Eartz racked up 278 receptions for 2,903 yards and 22 touchdowns. This included 116 receptions in 2018, which is an NFL single-season record for a tight end.
