In a recent ESPN poll featuring opinion from NFL executives, coaches, and scouts, the ranking of the top 10 tight ends omitted Jake Ferguson, causing a stir among Dallas Cowboys fans. Despite his standout second season, the Pro Bowl tight end didn’t make the cut, even after amassing 761 receiving yards, which ranked him eighth among his peers, and tying for tenth with five touchdown catches.

Ferguson’s performance was particularly notable during the Cowboys’ playoff game where he secured 10 receptions for 93 yards and scored three touchdowns, yet this wasn’t enough to earn him a spot on the revered list. The top 10 tight ends, as evaluated by the league’s insiders, were led by Travis Kelce, followed by George Kittle and Mark Andrews, with newcomers like Sam Laporta and Dalton Kincaid making the list but not Ferguson.

The oversight of Ferguson could be attributed to his relative inexperience compared to seasoned players, most of whom have been active in the NFL for at least five years. His absence from the top 10 will likely serve as motivation for Ferguson as he aims to elevate his play in the 2024 season and secure his position among the elite in future rankings.