Ferguson didn’t catch his only target in Sunday’s 44-24 loss to the Broncos.
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Ferguson has been one of the league’s most productive tight ends in 2025, but he laid an egg against a tough Denver defense. He came into Sunday’s loss riding a four-game, six-touchdown streak, and Ferguson had previously fallen short of five catches only once all season. Dallas’ entire passing offense struggled, as Dak Prescott failed to throw a touchdown pass. Ferguson and his teammates will likely put forth a better performance at home against the Cardinals in Week 9.
Jake Ferguson Silenced by Broncos Defense
Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson faced one of his toughest games of the season in Sunday’s loss to the Denver Broncos, finishing without a single catch. Known for his consistency and chemistry with quarterback Dak Prescott, Ferguson was effectively erased from the stat sheet as Denver’s defense tightened up in key moments.
Broncos’ Coverage Shuts Down Cowboys’ Passing Game
The Broncos’ linebackers and safeties executed a near-perfect game plan to contain Ferguson, limiting his opportunities and forcing Prescott to distribute the ball elsewhere. Ferguson was targeted just two times, marking his lowest involvement in a game this year.
Denver’s secondary disrupted timing routes and prevented the Cowboys from finding a rhythm through the air — a major factor in the team’s offensive struggles throughout the matchup.
A Rare Off Day for One of Dallas’ Key Weapons
The shutout ended Ferguson’s impressive streak of consecutive games with at least one reception, underscoring how well the Broncos prepared for him. Despite the quiet outing, Ferguson remains a crucial component of the Cowboys’ offensive strategy and is expected to rebound quickly.
Looking Ahead
The Cowboys will look to get Ferguson more involved as they prepare for next week’s matchup. With his reliable hands and ability to create mismatches, the tight end should remain a focal point in Dallas’ passing game moving forward.
