History of Jake Ferguson in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: November 24, 2025

Jonathan "Jake" Ferguson is a professional American football tight end currently playing for the Dallas Cowboys in the NFL. He was drafted by the Cowboys in the fourth round of the 2022 NFL Draft after playing college football at the University of Wisconsin. He is a tight end for the Dallas Cowboys.

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January 18, 1999: Jake Ferguson's Birth

On January 18, 1999, Jonathan Quinn "Jake" Ferguson was born.

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2017: Joins Wisconsin Badgers

In 2017, Jake Ferguson began his college football career at Wisconsin. He redshirted his first year.

2021: Concludes College Career

In 2021, Jake Ferguson concluded his college career at Wisconsin, having played in 47 games and setting a school record for consecutive games with a reception.

2022: First NFL Touchdown

In 2022, Jake Ferguson was drafted into the NFL and in Week 6, he scored his first NFL touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles. He ended the season with 19 receptions.

2022: Drafted by Dallas Cowboys

In 2022, Jake Ferguson was selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth round of the NFL draft.

2023: Increased Performance in Second Season

In the 2023 season, Jake Ferguson recorded 71 receptions for 761 yards and five touchdowns. In the Wild Card Round loss to the Packers, he had ten receptions for 93 yards and three touchdowns.

2023: Relationship with Haley Cavinder

Since 2023, Jake Ferguson has been in a relationship with Haley Cavinder.

April 2025: Engagement Announcement

In April 2025, Jake Ferguson and Haley Cavinder announced their engagement.

July 27, 2025: Contract Extension with Cowboys

On July 27, 2025, Jake Ferguson signed a four-year, $52 million contract extension with the Cowboys, keeping him under contract through the 2029 season.