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Jake Ferguson Fantasy Overview

Jake Ferguson

Jake Ferguson
Player Profile
TE DAL

Height

6'5"

Weight

244 lbs.

Experience

4 yrs.

Bye

7

Birthday

Jan 18, 1999

Age

26.1

College

Wisconsin

NFL Draft Pick

2022 - Rd 4, Pk 129

Fantasy Rankings

Weekly
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Dynasty
TE48

2025 Projections

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DS 3D Projection

Our Thoughts

Jake Ferguson's Preseason Player Analysis

Bottom Line

Ferguson turned a newfound opportunity into a legit 2023 breakout. He finished 10th in TE PPR points per game.

Dallas passed on making a noticeable upgrade to the passing corps. So Ferguson – only 25 – will have a shot to sustain last year’s production.

Treat the third-year pro as a mid-range TE1.

What We Learned Last Year

  • The Cowboys used a 2023 Round 2 pick on Michigan TE Luke Schoonmaker, but he missed most of the offseason with a foot injury (plantar fasciitis).
  • Ferguson stepped up to enjoy a breakout season.
    • Across 17 games, he became one of only seven TEs to hit 100 targets.
    • As a result, he posted nine top-12 fantasy finishes, including five inside the top-6.
    • Ferguson ranked second on the Cowboys in targets, catches, and receiving yards. His 5 TDs ranked third.
  • A pass-oriented offense helped Ferguson produce.
    • Dak Prescott ranked third in passing yards and fourth in attempts.
    • The Cowboys finished fourth in pass rate over expected.
  • Among 27 TEs with 50+ targets, Ferguson ranked tied for ninth in yards per catch, ninth in catch rate, fourth in yards after catch per reception, and eighth in PFF receiving grade.
  • Ferguson saw a 22.1% red zone target share -- good for fourth highest among TEs.

What to Expect in 2024

  • Entering year three, Ferguson projects comfortably in Dallas’ lead TE role.
    • Luke Schoonmaker returns, but he’s now way behind in his development.
    • Following the lost rookie year, he underwent shoulder surgery early this year. A hamstring strain surfaced in the spring.
  • Dallas returns target leader CeeDee Lamb and veteran Brandin Cooks.
  • Dallas passed on adding an impact WR. That likely means the team wants to keep Ferguson’s role steady.
  • The same coaching staff returns, led by HC Mike McCarthy and OC Brian Schottenheimer.
  • Dak Prescott returns, but dynasty owners should note that he’s currently slated for free agency in 2025.

Advanced Stats

Forty Yard Dash

4.81

Forty Yard Dash Rank

40%

Three Cone Drill

7.03

Agility Score

11.51

Agility Score Rank

59%

Burst Score

114.10

Burst Score Rank

33%

Spar Qx

92.20

Spar Qx Rank

11%

Speed Score

94.10

Speed Score Rank

41%

Catch Radius

9.92

Catch Radius Rank

36%

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Articles

Week 15 Fantasy Football Tight End Preview

Week 15 Fantasy Football Tight End Preview

12:02pm EST 12/13/24

Key stats and matchup analysis to help with your Week 15 TE start/sit questions.

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Week 10 Fantasy Football Tight End Preview

Week 10 Fantasy Football Tight End Preview

12:16pm EST 11/8/24

Can you still trust Evan Engram and Jake Ferguson with backup QBs? Let's tackle that question and help answer all your TE start/sit dilemmas.

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Shark Bites

Jake Ferguson TE DAL

8:58pm EST 11/18/24

Jake Ferguson Sustains Second Concussion

Jake Ferguson Sustains Second Concussion

Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson left Monday night's game against the Texans in the first quarter and has entered the concussion protocol. It's the second diagnosed concussion of Ferguson's NFL career. The last came in December of 2022. We'll see how he fares with a shorter turnaround to next Sunday's game at Washington. You should start the week planning to not have Ferguson in Week 12.

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott is expected to miss "multiple weeks" with the hamstring injury he suffered in Sunday's loss at Atlanta, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.

Cowboys WR Brandin Cooks will miss Sunday night's game vs. the Steelers and might be out beyond that due to a knee infection, ESPN's Todd Archer reports. Cooks had a procedure on the knee after the Week 4 win over the Giants and subsequently developed an infection.

After suffering a bone bruise and MCL sprain, Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson is officially doubtful for Week 2. It was unlikely that he would play so soon after the injury, but there was some optimism around his potential to play through the injury. After not practicing all week, it is very very unlikely that Ferguson suits up.

Schedule

Week Team SOS Fantasy

1

CLE

-4.5%

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2

@ NO

5.4%

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3

@ BAL

2.3%

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4

NYG

-25.2%

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5

PIT

12.4%

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6

@ DET

-19.8%

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7

8

SF

-16.4%

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9

ATL

1.6%

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10

@ PHI

-23.7%

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11

@ HOU

-7.2%

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12

WAS

-10%

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13

@ NYG

-25.2%

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14

@ CIN

26.8%

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15

CAR

19.9%

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16

@ TB

14.8%

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17

PHI

-23.7%

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18

@ WAS

-10%

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