Matthew Stafford notes growth in tight end Terrance Ferguson
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 8, 2026, 11:23 AM
Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford says second-year tight end Terrance Ferguson has developed a stronger grasp of the team's offensive system. The 2025 second-round draft pick recorded 11 catches for 231 yards and three touchdowns during his rookie season. Stafford highlighted the difficulty of the tight end position, noting that the transition requires balancing run blocking with complex route running against varying defensive schemes. According to the quarterback, Ferguson has spent the offseason working with teammates to improve his knowledge of the playbook. The Rams are expected to utilize a multiple-tight end formation this season, potentially giving the young prospect a larger role in the offense. Ferguson joined the team after the front office traded their original first-round selection to the Atlanta Falcons.
- •Matthew Stafford praised Terrance Ferguson for his improved comfort within the team's offensive system.
- •Ferguson recorded 11 catches for 231 yards and three touchdowns as a rookie in 2025.
- •The Rams drafted Ferguson in the second round following a trade with the Atlanta Falcons.
- •Coaching staff and teammates consider the tight end position a difficult transition for young players.
- 11:23 AMYahoo Sports — Matthew Stafford shares insight into Terrance Ferguson's development
"Terrance Ferguson is much more comfortable now after getting a year of experience under his belt, and Matthew Stafford can tell.
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