That approach paid off for the position group, as all four main tight ends posted at least 200 receiving yards and more than three receiving touchdowns, contributing to roughly 40% of Matthew Stafford’s passing touchdowns for the season. The production underscored the Rams’ commitment to versatility and matchup advantages at the tight end position.
Terrance Ferguson, the 46th overall pick in the 2025 draft, began the season toward the bottom of the depth chart but gradually worked into the mix. He appeared in eight games, delivering 250 receiving yards and three touchdowns on 12 receptions, including postseason play. With several veteran tight ends set to hit free agency, Ferguson’s role could expand in 2026.
Dalton Wasserman of Pro Football Focus named Ferguson an early breakout candidate for 2026, noting that the Rams’ continued use of multiple-tight-end sets could open a bigger opportunity as others depart. Higbee appears likely to be testing free agency, leaving Parkinson and Ferguson as the top internal options to anchor the unit.
McVay has publicly praised Ferguson’s development, emphasizing that opportunities are earned and that Ferguson has remained humble and patient while working to fit the offense’s identity. The head coach’s remarks suggest a plan to maximize Ferguson’s skill set as the Rams navigate personnel changes this offseason.
With Higbee’s future uncertain, Ferguson could be positioned to assume a lead role at tight end in 2026. The Rams’ emphasis on 13-man packages is likely to persist, and Ferguson’s progression—along with Parkinson’s fit with Stafford—could shape the offense’s direction in the post-Stafford era.
