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Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson continues to make an impact on and off the field. The team’s reliable offensive target has been nominated for the NFL’s Salute to Service Award, which honors players who support military members, veterans, and their families. The award, presented by USAA, recognizes players who show leadership and commitment beyond football. Past winners include George Kittle, Joe Cardona, and Ron Rivera. Ferguson’s nomination highlights his community work with military programs through both team events and personal outreach. His fiancée, Haley Cavinder, celebrated the news on social media. When the Cowboys announced the nomination, Cavinder reposted it on her Instagram Story with the caption, “So proud of you!!” She regularly attends games and has been one of Ferguson’s most vocal supporters since their relationship became public in 2024. Haley Cavinder on Life in the Spotlight Haley Cavinder, a former college basketball player and social media personality, has spoken about how life in the public eye affects her. On a January 2024 Q&A episode of “The Cavinder Twins” YouTube channel, she admitted that online criticism took a toll when she began dating Ferguson. “I’m a confident girl,” Cavinder said. “But when people are saying stuff about you, like, if you have a boyfriend and someone is talking about you online with your boyfriend and it goes roles reversed, like, coming at your features, I’m like, ‘Dude, this is new.’ Obviously, Jake is a great guy, but you don’t wanna be called ugly on the internet 24/7, and your boyfriend sees it.” Cavinder said Ferguson’s support has helped her stay grounded. The two began dating in 2023, and their relationship became official the following year when she posted, “God blessed me with my best friend, thank you for showing me the purest form of love.” Since then, the couple’s year has been filled with milestones. Ferguson signed a four-year, $52 million extension with the Cowboys, including $30 million guaranteed. In April 2025, the pair got engaged. Haley Cavinder and Jake Ferguson’s Off-Field Connection Away from football, the couple continues to share a mix of sports and lifestyle projects. In a Halloween-themed shoot with SI Swim, Cavinder and her twin sister Hanna dressed as Dallas Cowboys cheerleaders. She said Ferguson loved the idea. “He’s always supportive and loves Halloween too!” Cavinder told SI Swim. “He thought it was cute and laughed when I showed him the pictures. He knew I wanted to be one this year because I loved their Netflix show.” Cavinder explained that she recreated the look with items she already owned. “Any pair of white boots works—we used Lucchese and Abercrombie boots—and their staple uniforms are easy to put together.” The Cavinder twins also launched a new brand called WAG University, combining their backgrounds in athletics, lifestyle, and fashion. As the Cowboys fight to rebound from a tough loss to Denver, Ferguson’s leadership and community involvement serve as a bright spot for both the team and fans.
