Jake Ferguson’s most talked-about recent injury was a concussion he suffered in the Dallas Cowboys’ Week 11 game against the Houston Texans on November 18, 2024. He has also dealt with a notable left knee MCL injury that occurred in Week 1 of the 2024 season on September 8, 2024.

Key injury dates

  • Concussion (head) – Ferguson sustained a concussion in Week 11 vs. the Texans on November 18, 2024, and entered the league’s concussion protocol.
  • Left knee MCL sprain / bone bruise – He hurt his left knee in Week 1 on September 8, 2024, with an MCL sprain plus bone bruise and a microscopic fracture of the tibial plateau, leading the Cowboys to proceed cautiously with his return.
  • Back contusion (2025) – During 2025 training/preseason, Ferguson also picked up a back contusion in early August 2025, but it was described as not serious and he returned after a few days.

Mini timeline

  • September 8, 2024 – Knee injury (MCL sprain/bone bruise) in Week 1.
  • November 18, 2024 – Concussion in Week 11 vs. Texans, entering protocol and missing time afterward.
  • August 8, 2025 (approx.) – Back contusion in practice, later clarified as minor.

Current status flavor

Recent coverage describes Ferguson playing through a calf issue in December 2025 but still operating as a key target in the Cowboys’ passing game, indicating he is active rather than sidelined long term.

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