"The Cowboys went into the 2022 NFL Draft knowing they might need a new starting TE soon. While Dalton Schultz was set to return that year on the franchise tag, part of that decision was because Dallas wasn't ready to make a long-term commitment. When they selected Wisconsin's Jake Ferguson in the fourth round, it was partially as a depth move but also with a thought toward a potential replacement for Schultz."
"As a rookie, Ferguson saw limited action behind Schultz but flashed play-making potential. He established himself as a more dynamic receiving threat, particularly after the catch. His playing style, and on-field attitude, quickly attracted fans. That included the front office, who let Schultz walk the following offseason and handed the starting job to Ferguson."
"Ferguson's 2023 season has arguably been his best so far. He posted a career-high 761 receiving yards and 10.7 yards per catch, making his first Pro Bowl as an injury replacement. While Ferguson had career highs in 2025 with 82 receptions and eight touchdowns, and again made the Pro Bowl as an alternate, his yards and efficiency were down. Ferguson has battled injuries the last two years, making his play on the field less exciting than in that breakout 2023 campaign."
"Still, Ferguson enters 2026 with plenty of room for optimism. If healthy again, he has proven chemistry with Dak Prescott and a dynamic WR duo to keep defenders off of him. Still just 27, Ferguson has a great opportunity to not only get back to the Pro Bowl, maybe this time as an original selection, but also add an All-Pro award to his résumé."
The Dallas Cowboys drafted Jake Ferguson in 2022 as both depth and a potential long-term replacement for Dalton Schultz. Ferguson saw limited rookie action behind Schultz but showed playmaking ability, especially after the catch. After Schultz left following the 2022 offseason, Ferguson earned the starting tight end role. His 2023 season became his best, with career-high receiving yards and efficiency, leading to a Pro Bowl as an injury replacement. In 2025 he reached career highs in receptions and touchdowns, but yards and efficiency declined due to injuries over the last two years. Entering 2026, Ferguson has optimism if healthy, with proven chemistry with Dak Prescott and a role supported by a dynamic receiving group. At age 27, he has opportunities to return to the Pro Bowl and potentially reach All-Pro status.
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