The Washington Commanders re-signed Zach Ertz, a move that sees Jayden Daniels' security blanket return in 2025.

The Washington Commanders are re-signing tight end Zach Ertz to a one-year contract, two people with knowledge of the situation said Saturday night, a move that reunites quarterback Jayden Daniels with one of his most trusted targets. The deal is for $6.25 million and is worth up to $9 million after incentives, one of the people said.

Ertz had his healthiest season in years in 2024 while playing all 17 regular-season games and scoring seven touchdowns.

Mariota, 31, is the latest experienced player to stay in Washington after tight ends Zach Ertz and John Bates and linebacker Bobby Wagner. The Commanders also worked out a couple of big trades to acquire wide receiver Deebo Samuel from San Francisco and left tackle Laremy Tunsil from Houston.

After re-signing Zach Ertz, the Commanders brought back another tight end in John Bates.

Zach Ertz is returning to the Washington Commanders. A person with knowledge of the deal tells The Associated Press the veteran tight end agreed to terms on a one-year contract with $6.25 million that is worth up to $9 million.

The Commanders are bringing back another one of their key free-agent additions from 2024. Tight end Zach Ertz has agreed to terms on a one-year deal to remain in D.C., per multiple reports. It's a one-year,

Veteran tight end Zach Ertz will be suiting up for the Washington Commanders for at least one more year, sources say.