The Dallas Cowboys will face the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 1. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding TE Jake Ferguson.
Is Jake Ferguson Playing in Week 1?
Ferguson is not listed on the injury report this week, so barring any setbacks, he will play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Cowboys’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit Jake Ferguson in Week 1?
The tricky part about advising when it comes to the TE position in September is that there is no real advising when it comes to the TE position in September.
That’s not meant to undercut those of us trying to do so, but the truth is that it doesn’t largely matter outside of DFS conversations, and with this being an island game, even the value in that regard is limited.
Why? Odds are good that you didn’t draft multiple tight ends, so if you roster Ferguson, you’re likely playing him this week no matter the statistical vodo I work.
Ferguson turned his seven catches into 42 touchdownless yards against the Birds last season. In fact, he was scoreless for the entire season and has found paydirt just seven times in 47 career games (210 targets).
That’s not a great elevator pitch from me; our X account did that after he inked his extension in late July.
Ferguson’s target share and slot usage have increased each season when Dak Prescott is on the field.
With George Pickens increasing the deep-strike potential of this offense, Ferguson’s role could hold more value on this pass-first unit. https://t.co/1ABlcigOfY
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Ferguson turned his seven catches into 42 touchdownless yards against the Birds last season. In fact, he was scoreless for the entire season and has found paydirt just seven times in 47 career games (210 targets).
That’s not a great elevator pitch from me; our X account did that after he inked his extension in late July.
Ferguson is part of a monstrous tier at the position, and if you invested in him coming out of your draft, you’re holding through the first few weeks at the very least. George Pickens’ role will need to be ironed out, and with him threatening defenses down the field, Ferguson has the potential to develop into a high-volume, low-risk asset.
The Cowboys face the Giants and Bears in Weeks 2-3, spots where you’d expect them to outscore on the board and thus elevate the standing of their starting tight end. You’re unlikely to get off to a big start in your Week 1 matchup on opening night because Ferguson goes crazy, but I’ll green-light playing him in deeper-than-average PPR leagues.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Week 1 Fantasy Start-Sit Advice Cheat Sheet for every fantasy-relevant player in every game.
Jake Ferguson’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 1
Ferguson is projected to score 9.9 points in PPR formats. This includes 4.5 receptions for 42.4 yards and 0.2 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 1 Weather Impact: Cowboys at Eagles
The weather forecast for the Cowboys vs. Eagles matchup calls for cloudy conditions and a kickoff temperature of 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Winds are forecasted to blow south at 10 MPH with a 0% chance of rain. These are good conditions for fantasy football and will have minimal impact on the game.
