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Jake Ferguson Injury History & Updates

Basic StatsJake Ferguson's Basic Stats

Jake Ferguson
ADP: N/A
Bye: 7
Experience: 3
Age: 25.7
Height: 6'5"
Weight: 244
40 Time: 4.81

SPARQx (Rank): 92.20 (11%)
Burst Score (Rank): 114.10 (33%)
Agility Score (Rank): 11.51 (59%)
Catch Radius (Rank): 9.92 (36%)

Injury PredictorJake Ferguson's Injury Guide

Low Risk

Chance of Injury in 2024

40.9%

% chance misses at least 2 quarters

Chance of Injury per Game

3%

1- 17√1-% Inj/Season

Projected Games Missed 2024

1.90

Durability

5.00

Ability to produce despire relatively minor injuries. 5 being most durable

Injury analysis powered by Draft Sharks Injury Guide, formerly SIP Logo

Injury History

Date League Injury Details
Aug 14, 2019 Non-NFL Hand Thumb Torn Ligament Ferguson missed practice after undergoing surgery for a torn ligament in his thumb
Apr 21, 2021 Non-NFL Arm Ferguson was held out of practice due to an apparent left arm issue
Oct 2, 2021 Non-NFL Chest Pectoral Pull Grade 1 Ferguson suffered a chest injury during the Week 5 game against Michigan
Aug 2, 2022 NFL Thigh Hamstring Sprain/Pull Unspecified Grade 1 Ferguson picked up a hamstring issue during Tuesday's practice, Michael Gehlken of the Dallas Morning News reports.
Sep 8, 2024 NFL Knee MCL Sprain Grade 2

Basic StatsJake Ferguson's Preseason Player Analysis

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Cowboys TE Jake Ferguson suffered a left knee injury in the Cowboys Week 1 game against the Browns. It initially looked like it could be season-ending, but further testing revealed that Ferguson only sprained his MCL. This is approximately a 1-4 week recovery for Ferguson.

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