Cowboys’ TE problem and other tough questions after ugly loss to Buccaneers

The Landry Hat's Jess Haynie questions whether the Dallas Cowboys should bench tight end Jake Ferguson following a Week 5 upset loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Ferguson recorded two critical drops during the game, including one that resulted in a game-sealing interception, while managing only 15 catches for 102 yards across five games. Haynie argues that Dallas should consider replacing him with 6-foot-6 tight end Brevyn Spann-Ford to improve both run-blocking and offensive production.

Haynie also argues that off-season contract restructures for Ferguson and cornerback DaRon Bland could limit the team's flexibility through 2027 despite declining performances. The writer suggests moving Bland back to slot cornerback and urges Dallas to provide defensive coordinator Christian Parker with veteran support, proposing expanded duties for assistant Derrick Ansley or hiring an outside consultant like Jim Schwartz.