Zach Ertz's season is officially over. Could his career be over as well?

The Washington Commanders on Monday confirmed the veteran tight end sustained a torn ACL in his right knee on Sunday when Minnesota safety Jay Ward hit a leaping Ertz while he was trying to catch a pass.

The 35-year-old Ertz was helped to a cart on the sideline, where he was emotional as teammates came to offer encouragement.

Ertz, in his 13th NFL season and his second with the Commanders, posted 50 receptions for 504 yards and four touchdowns this season. Playing on a one-year contract, Ertz is set to be a free agent with his future very much in the air.

"He has meant a lot to our team, both on and off the field," Washington coach Dan Quinn said Monday. "He's been an ideal teammate to help set a standard about ha

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