Fantasy Upside
Zach Ertz was targeted a record 156 times last season, the most ever to a tight end. It produced 116 receptions for 1,163 yards and eight touchdowns. Those numbers clearly put him in the top five of fantasy tight ends and arguably the best overall option in 2019. The Eagles offense will be very good and QB Carson Wentz will continue to view Ertz as the No. 1 target.
Fantasy Downside
It’s hard to imagine Ertz reaching the target and reception numbers again. The Eagles have too many offensive weapons including the addition of WR Desean Jackson. Ertz will probably have to settle for fewer looks.
2019 Bottom Line
Ertz will have a strong 2019 season and ranks as the No. 3 fantasy tight end overall. He doesn’t put up the yardage that Travis Kelce and George Kittle do, but he is the best option in a PPR format. Ertz will probably be around the 100-reception mark with similar yardage and touchdowns to 2018. His ADP of 22 might be a little high in standard leagues, but if you take him there, you will still get value.