Cowboys believe TE Jake Ferguson avoided serious injury

Sep 09, 2024

Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson is going to undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of his left knee injury, but X-rays were negative.

Todd Archer of ESPN reports Ferguson’s ACL is intact.

“I think we dodged a big one,” Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott said, via Jon Machota of TheAthletic.com. “Talking to him, he gave me a lot of confidence that he’ll be OK.”

Related players: Luke Schoonmaker

Fantasy Impact:

Ferguson caught three passes for 15 yards in Sunday’s win over the Browns. It's not clear if Ferguson will miss time, but owners should probably prepare as if he will. With Ferguson possibly out, Schoonmaker could be next up. Given Ferguson's potential in this offense, Schoonmaker could make for a productive fantasy player at the position as well if Ferguson does have to miss time, and is at least worth a look in deeper leagues.

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