The tight end Zach Ertz could be the next Philadelphia Eagle on the move.
Several teams called the Eagles about the possibility of negotiating for Ertz and a deal could happen in the next few days, sources said to Michael Silver of the NFL Network.
Ertz’s potential switch would exemplify the ongoing change in Philadelphia after the team switched quarterback Carson Wentz to Indianapolis Colts last month.
Ertz, 30, is coming off a year low with 36 receptions for 335 yards and a touchdown in 11 games. Those are the low points of the season in all three categories for the three-time Pro Bowler, but that change would not be just because of Ertz’s recent lack of production.
While next year’s salary cap has not yet been fully determined, the Eagles are projected to stay well above the maximum number ($ 34,146,468 million in the red, for Over the Cap) and switching Ertz would give them some much-needed financial relief. Ertz is expected to earn a base salary of $ 8.25 million in 2021, while carrying a cap of $ 12.5 million and a maximum deadline of $ 7.8 million.
Eagles are also well-equipped to let Ertz go, with Dallas Goedert standing out after three seasons. The choice of the second round had 46 receptions for 524 yards and three touchdowns last season.
As the Eagles continue to be in the midst of major changes, including hiring new coach Nick Sirianni, getting compensation for Ertz is ideal for the Eagles. On the other hand, Ertz being dealt to an opponent would be a friendly way to end the eight fruitful years with the team.