Dallas Cowboys: How Will Felix Jones Respond in 2012?

May 19, 2012   ·   Greg Maiola   ·   Jump to comments

The Dallas Cowboys have a good situation at running back. DeMarco Murray and Felix Jones are both capable backs who have shown flashes of brilliance in the past.
In seven starts last season, Murray rushed for 897 yards and nine touchdowns, with an amazing 5.5 yards per carry average. Jones started eight games and rushed for 575 yards and a touchdown, with a great 4.5 yards per carry average.
Both running backs have proven that they can grind for hard fought yards on the ground. At this point in time, Jones is the better receiving back and can make some plays in special teams.
However, after an injury to Jones last season, the rookie Murray stepped up and stole the starting job. Actually, he took off with it. Heading into 2012, it appears as if the running back job is Murray's to lose.
But Dallas still needs Jones to contribute to their offense.
In his four NFL seasons, Jones has averaged a consistent 5.1 yards per carry. In 16 career starts, Jones has rush...

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