JAKE FERGUSON NEWS

Quiet end to season Ferguson caught two of four targets for 12 yards in Sunday's loss to the Commanders.

Impact The third-year tight end had a quiet end to a disappointing season, failing to top 40 receiving yards or score a TD in any of his last seven appearances dating back to Week 10. Ferguson dealt with injuries in 2024 but also was a victim of a loss effectiveness for the Cowboys' offense, particularly after Dak Prescott (hamstring) was lost for the season. After posting a 71-761-5 line during a breakout 2023, Ferguson slid back to 59 catches on 86 targets for 494 yards and zero touchdowns in 2024. He currently has one year left on his rookie contract, which should ensure he heads into next season at the top of the depth chart, but Luke Schoonmaker could take on a bigger role as a pass catcher and cut into Ferguson's volume in 2025.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Unremarkable day in loss Ferguson secured three of five targets for 18 yards and lost a fumble in the Cowboys' 41-7 loss to the Eagles on Sunday.

Impact Ferguson tied Jalen Tolbert for second on the Cowboys in receptions and was also the runner-up in targets, but he wasn't able to parlay his targets into any meaningful production. Additionally, the third-year tight end's second-quarter fumble at the Cowboys' 36-yard line following a six-yard grab helped set up an Eagles field goal while the game was still within reach for Dallas. Ferguson will look to close out the season in much better fashion in Week 18 against the Commanders.

DECEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Leads Dallas in targets Ferguson recorded six receptions on eight targets for 40 yards in Sunday's 26-24 win over Tampa Bay.

Impact Ferguson's nine targets were his highest mark since Week 9, though that didn't lead to a particularly strong fantasy showing. With the exception of a 21-yard reception, he was limited to work in very short areas of the field and has now been held to 40 yards or fewer in six of seven games since the Cowboys' Week 7 bye.

DECEMBER 23, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Quiet in easy win Ferguson recorded two receptions on four targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 30-14 win over the Panthers.

Impact Dallas was able to take its foot off the gas in the second half thanks to a multi-score lead, and Cooper Rush attempted nine passes in the final two quarters. That limited volume for all pass catchers with the exception of CeeDee Lamb, and Ferguson saw only four targets -- good for third on the team -- as a result. The game script should look different in a Week 16 showdown with Tampa Bay, giving Ferguson a better chance to produce.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three catches in return Ferguson brought in three of six targets for 32 yards in the Cowboys' 27-20 loss to the Bengals on Monday night.

Impact Making his return from a two-game absence due to a concussion, Ferguson finished second in receptions, receiving yards and targets for the Cowboys on the night. Cooper Rush only threw for 183 yards overall, so Ferguson's production was serviceable if unspectacular in that context. The promising tight end draws a favorable matchup in a Week 15 road clash with the Panthers.

DECEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared for primetime game Ferguson (concussion) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Monday's matchup against the Bengals, Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Impact Ferguson was a full participant in Thursday's practice clearing the way for the veteran to return from his two-game absence. Dak Prescott (hamstring) clearly had a chemistry with Ferguson, one that might not be as prevalent with backup quarterback Cooper Rush, but Ferguson's replacement, Luke Schoonmaker, did see 20 targets over the past three games. It's possible Ferguson could step right into the role that allowed Schoonmaker to have some fantasy relevance and there figures to be plenty of passing opportunities come Monday against the porous Bengals defense.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'What Is Wrong With Me?' Cowboys Jake Ferguson Opens Up Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson has revealed some of the scary concussion symptoms he dealt with.

DECEMBER 7, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Cowboys Offer Massive Injury Update on Jake Ferguson For Week 14 Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson is expected to play Monday night after he cleared concussion protocol.

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Jake Ferguson clears concussion protocol, expected to play in Cowboys vs. Bengals When the Dallas Cowboys take the field against the Cincinnati Bengals, they'll have Pro Bowl tight end Jake Ferguson back on the field and r...

DECEMBER 6, 2024 • DALLASCOWBOYS.COM

Logs full practice Thursday Ferguson (concussion) practiced in full Thursday, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact This marks Ferguson's first official practice since he sustained a concussion in the first quarter of a Week 11 loss to the Texans. With an uncapped session under his belt Thursday, he appears to be closing in on emerging from the protocol for head injuries, but it's unclear yet if he's gained clearance from an independent neurologist. In any case, Ferguson has plenty of time to do so ahead of Monday's game against the Bengals.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Trending up for Week 14 Ferguson (concussion) participated in Wednesday's bonus walkthrough session, David Moore of The Dallas Morning News reports.

Impact Dallas plays on Monday Night Football in Week 14, so the team didn't have an official practice Wednesday. Nonetheless, it was a positive sign for Ferguson's likelihood of returning to action against the Bengals on Monday that he was able to take part in what Moore deemed a "mock game." Ferguson has missed each of the Cowboys' past two contests after suffering a concussion in Week 11 against Houston, and though it's not clear whether he's been cleared through the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, he'll have had extra time to recover between Weeks 13 and 14 given the upcoming Monday night matchup and the fact that Dallas' previous game was last Thursday.

DECEMBER 5, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Jake Ferguson injury update and status vs. the Giants in Week 13 | Nov. 28, 2024 In Week 13, the Dallas Cowboys and Jake Ferguson clash with the New York Giants at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Kickoff is set for 4:30...

NOVEMBER 28, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Unavailable in Week 13 Ferguson (concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Giants, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Impact Ferguson thus will miss a second game in a row due to the concussion that he suffered in the first quarter of a Week 11 loss to the Texans. Considering he hasn't practiced since suffering the injury, he likely hasn't made much, if any, progress through league protocols. In any case, for as long as Ferguson is sidelined, Luke Schoonmaker and Brevyn Spann-Ford will continue to man TE for the Cowboys.

NOVEMBER 27, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Another DNP on Tuesday Ferguson (concussion) did not practice Tuesday, Jane Slater of NFL Network reports.

Impact Ferguson has registered back-to-back DNPs to open the week, and Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones already said Ferguson was "a little more of a long shot" to play Thursday against the Giants, Jon Machota of The Athletic reported Monday. Luke Schoonmaker and Brevyn Spann-Ford would again handle tight end duties if Ferguson isn't cleared to play.

NOVEMBER 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still in concussion protocol Coach Mike McCarthy said Monday that Ferguson remains in the concussion protocol, Joe Hoyt of AllDLLS.com reports.

Impact Ferguson made an early exit from the Cowboys' Week 11 loss to the Texans due to a concussion, which resulted in inactive status Sunday at Washington. On Monday, executive vice president Stephen Jones told 105.3 The Fan that Ferguson is "a little more of a long shot" to play Thursday against the Giants, which was corroborated by his continued listing of DNP on Monday's practice estimate. Assuming Ferguson ends up missing a second game in a row later this week, Luke Schoonmaker (3-55-1 line on four targets, 65 percent snap share Sunday) and Brevyn Spann-Ford (2-24-0 on two targets, 50 percent) will continue to man tight end for Dallas.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Long shot to play Thursday Speaking on Monday, Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones said Ferguson (concussion) is "a little more of a long shot" to play Thursday against the Giants, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ferguson was concussed in Week 11 against the Texans and just missed Sunday's Week 12 win over the Commanders after not practicing at all last week. The Cowboys now have a quick Week 13 turnaround, hosting the division-rival Giants on Thanksgiving Day. Luke Schoonmaker played 65 percent of the offensive snaps against Washington and posted a useful 3-55-1 receiving line on four targets in the victory. He and Brevyn Spann-Ford (50 percent and 2-24-0) would again handle tight end duties without Ferguson.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out for Sunday Ferguson (concussion) has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Washington, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

Impact Ferguson hasn't practiced since entering concussion protocol in the first quarter of Monday's loss to Houston. His absence for most of the night left more opportunities for both Luke Schoonmaker and Brevynn Spann-Ford, with Schoonmaker catching six of 10 targets for 56 yards on 53 percent snap share while Spann-Ford caught four of five targets for 32 yards on 49 percent of snaps. Ferguson's next chance to play will be a Thanksgiving home game against the Giants on Nov. 28.

NOVEMBER 22, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Still not practicing Ferguson (concussion) was a non-participant at Thursday's practice, Joe Hoyt of AllDLLS.com reports.

Impact Ferguson has yet to make any notable progress through the protocol for head injuries after sustaining a concussion in the first quarter of Monday's eventual loss to the Texans. Coach Mike McCarthy relayed Tuesday that Ferguson is unlikely to be available for Sunday's game in Washington, and the Cowboys could confirm as much once they post their final practice report Friday. Fellow TE Luke Schoonmaker would stand to benefit if Ferguson is sidelined this weekend.

NOVEMBER 21, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

No practice Wednesday Ferguson (concussion) didn't take part in Wednesday's practice, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact This comes as no surprise following the concussion that Ferguson sustained early on during Monday's defeat to the Texans. Coach Mike McCarthy relayed to Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News on Tuesday that Ferguson would be "hard-pressed" to play Sunday in Washington, but any progress he's able to display Thursday or Friday may give a better sense of when he'll be available to the Cowboys offense again.

NOVEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'Hard pressed' to play Week 12 Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy acknowledged Tuesday that Ferguson (concussion) "will be hard pressed" to play Sunday at Washington, Calvin Watkins of The Dallas Morning News repo...

Impact Ferguson entered concussion protocol after sustaining the head injury in the first half of Monday's 34-10 loss to the Texans. While the Cowboys aren't yet closing the door on Ferguson clearing the five-step protocol prior to Sunday, he won't be helped by Dallas facing a shorter week of prep time than usual due to the Monday night game. If Ferguson ends up being ruled out for Week 12, Luke Schoonmaker would likely step in as Dallas' starting tight end after playing 43 snaps and finishing with six catches for 56 yards on 10 targets in relief of Ferguson in the loss to Houston.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson Ruled Out of MNF With Apparent Concussion The Dallas Cowboys hit with another injury, as tight end Jake Ferguson has exited the game with an apparent concussion.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Done for Week 11 due to concussion Ferguson has been ruled out for the remainder of Monday's game against Houston due to a concussion, Clarence E. Hill Jr. of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram reports.

Impact Ferguson was hurt in the first quarter and subsequently entered concussion protocol. The Cowboys have since ruled their No. 1 tight end out for the remainder of the contest. Ferguson finishes Monday's contest with one catch on one target for 11 yards. Luke Schoonmaker will likely take on the majority of Dallas' tight-end snaps in Ferguson's stead.

NOVEMBER 19, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Upgrades to full practice Ferguson (illness) was a full practice participant Friday, Jon Machota of The Athletic reports.

Impact Ferguson will be fine for Monday's matchup with Houston, having missed just one practice due to an illness. The real concern for fantasy is QB play, after Cooper Rush threw for 45 yards last week in his first start of the season.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Comes down with illness Ferguson didn't practice Thursday due to an illness, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

Impact Ferguson has caught multiple passes in all eight appearances this season en route to a 42-358-0 line on 57 targets. With Dak Prescott (hamstring) out for the season, Ferguson now is on the receiving end of passes from Cooper Rush, but first the tight end will need to get past his current ailment in order to make himself available Monday against the Texans.

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fumble negates mild production Ferguson caught four of five targets for 24 yards while losing a fumble in Sunday's 34-6 loss to the Eagles.

Impact Ferguson led the Cowboys in receiving yardage in a game where the offense mustered just 66 passing yards. The tight end's mild output was virtually negated when he coughed up one of Dallas' four lost fumbles Sunday. Ferguson was an average fantasy option when Dak Prescott (hamstring) was under center, but with the latter possibly done for the season, it is safe to downgrade the Cowboys' position players if Cooper Rush continues to start against the Texans next Monday.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE