Full Breakdown
Jake Ferguson and Haley Cavinder Wed in Miami Beachfront Ceremony
6/23/2026, 11:46:21 PM
The Wedding Event
On June 20 2025, Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson and former Miami Hurricanes basketball player Haley Cavinder were married at the Biltmore Hotel in Miami. The ceremony was officiated by former Cowboys quarterback Will Grier, though one report names Will Greer. Ferguson wore a white double-breasted tuxedo jacket with black trousers and a bow tie; Cavinder appeared in a custom Galia Lahav lace-princess gown with a veil. The reception featured a ranch-dressing fountain, an entrance to “Fergalicious” by Fergie, and a first dance to Brad Paisley’s “Then.” Ferguson gifted groomsmen custom golf putters and Rolex Explorer and Datejust watches.
Relationship Background & Context
Ferguson and Cavinder began communicating via direct messages in 2023, leading to a ten-day Florida stay that Ferguson later called “pretty immediate.” They dated publicly from 2023 and announced their engagement on April 18 2025. Ferguson, a fourth-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft, logged 82 receptions for 600 yards and eight touchdowns in the 2024 season and earned a Pro Bowl nod. In July 2025 the Cowboys announced a four-year, $52 million extension with $30 million guaranteed. Cavinder played at Fresno State (2019-2022) and the University of Miami (2022-2025), earning All-ACC Second-Team honors in 2023 and 2025 and averaging 18.2 points and 4.7 assists in her final season before retiring.
Timeline of Key Milestones
- 2023 – Direct-message exchange, first Florida date, ten-day hangout.
- August 2024 – Ferguson receives a tattoo of Cavinder’s initials on his right ring finger.
- April 18 2025 – Engagement announced on Instagram.
- June 20 2025 – Wedding at the Biltmore Hotel, Miami.
- July 27 2025 – Dallas Cowboys release contract-extension details.
- 2026 season – Ferguson’s fifth NFL season.
Data & Statistics
- Ferguson (2024): 82 receptions, 600 receiving yards, 8 touchdowns; contract $52 million (30 million guaranteed).
- Cavinder (2024-25): 18.2 points per game, 4.7 assists per game; All-ACC Second-Team 2023, 2025.
- Wedding details: Ranch-dressing fountain; custom Galia Lahav gown; white tuxedo; Rolex Explorer and Datejust watches; private jet to the Bahamas for joint bachelor/bachelorette events.
Official Statements & Responses
The couple told PEOPLE they were “so excited to finally be married” and expressed gratitude for family and friends who “supported us, loved us, and helped shape our journey.” They emphasized that the weekend was “about celebrating our loved ones and the joining of our two families.” Ferguson highlighted the ranch-dressing fountain as a non-negotiable element of the reception.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
- Officiant: Reported as Will Grier (most sources) versus Will Greer (one source).
- Ages: Ferguson listed as 26 (PEOPLE) and 27 (Sportskeeda, On3); Cavinder listed as 24 (PEOPLE) and 25 (Sportskeeda, On3).
- Contract timing: Described as “last July” (unspecified year) and as a July 27 2025 official announcement.
- Team reference: One source mistakenly refers to the “Texas football team” instead of the Dallas Cowboys.
Verbatim Quotes
- “We are so excited to finally be married and celebrate this next chapter of our lives together,” — Jake Ferguson & Haley Cavinder, PEOPLE
- “Having all of our family and friends in Miami to share this weekend with us makes it even more special. We feel incredibly grateful to be surrounded by the people who have supported us, loved us, and helped shape our journey.” — Jake Ferguson & Haley Cavinder, PEOPLE
- “I got a couple Explorers, a couple Datejusts,” — Jake Ferguson, GQ interview
- “At the food tasting, Jake got hammered, ate everything, and was like, ‘I want all this food. ' So that was his involvement,” — Haley Cavinder, GQ interview
- “It was pretty immediate for me. I was like, yeah, I want to marry her.” — Jake Ferguson, Sportskeeda interview
What’s Next
Ferguson will begin the 2026 NFL season as the Cowboys’ highest-paid tight end, while Cavinder is expected to pursue post-basketball endeavors. The couple has indicated plans for joint public appearances, but no further details have been released.
