Cowboys Tight End Signs $52M Extension After Meeting Taylor Swift

Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson recently met pop superstar Taylor Swift at the Tight End University event hosted by Travis Kelce and George Kittle, where Swift made a surprise performance. Ferguson, who is engaged to Miami women's basketball star Haley Cavinder, expressed being starstruck by Swift and joked that he has not washed his hand since shaking hers. He praised Swift for being down-to-earth and knowledgeable about football, noting her comment about the upcoming Kansas City Chiefs vs. Dallas Cowboys game, a key matchup scheduled for Thanksgiving Day. Swift’s presence at Chiefs games has notably boosted the NFL’s brand and viewership, with the team achieving a strong record when she attended. Ferguson also recently signed a four-year, $52 million contract extension and hopes the Cowboys can improve on their 2024 season. The interaction highlights Swift's growing influence and connection within the NFL community beyond just her relationship with Kelce.