Last year, his first with the Commanders, Ertz caught seven passes (his highest single-season total since 2019) while helping Washington reach its first NFC title game since 1991. He already has a team high four touchdown receptions this year and is second to only Deebo Samuel for the team lead in receptions and receiving yards.

Washington was routed 28–7 by the Chiefs on Monday night to fall to 3–5 on the season and has minimal draft capital to improve its outlook.

The two-time Pro Bowler had returned Monday night after a four-week absence and caught his first touchdown of the season, but the injury setback has put the rest of his season in limbo.

The Commanders dropped again in Week 9 power rankings after their loss to the Chiefs, as experts question their playoff chances.

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Travis Kelce turned back the clock for a vintage performance, making six catches for 99 yards and a touchdown. Patrick Mahomes doubled his interceptions this season with two in the first half, but made up for it with three touchdown passes in the second half.

Analysts urge the Commanders to trade Deebo Samuel as Washington faces tough choices before the NFL deadline. The Washington Commanders face a pivotal moment ahead of the NFL trade deadline, and several league observers believe that moving wide receiver Deebo Samuel could be the team’s best long-term option.