Cowboys' Jake Ferguson Out with Calf Injury: Will He Face Giants in Week 18?

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The Dallas Cowboys are struggling to find form, and their injury woes are mounting. In their Christmas Day matchup against the Washington Commanders, tight end Jake Ferguson and running back Javonte Williams both suffered injuries that have left their status for the Week 18 game against the New York Giants uncertain.In the third quarter, Ferguson suddenly left the game and did not return, with the Cowboys later confirming a calf injury. The extent of the injury and Ferguson's availability for the January 4 matchup remain unclear. The 25-year-old tight end had a standout season with 81 receptions for 595 yards and seven touchdowns, a career high.Ferguson's injury adds to the Cowboys' growing list of absentees, and the team will be hoping for a speedy recovery. In related news, running back Javonte Williams is also a doubt for the Giants game after suffering a shoulder injury that has been lingering throughout the season. Williams, who has been the Cowboys' top running back, rushed for 54 yards in 13 attempts against the Commanders and has 239 carries for 1,147 yards with 10 touchdowns this season. The Cowboys will be keeping a close eye on both players' progress in the coming days.