FWST: Cowboys in the market for a solid backup for oft-injured DeMarco Murray - Dallas Cowboys Forum

**WoodysGirl** · 02-25-2013

By Clarence E. Hill Jr.
chill@star-telegram.com

Former first-round pick Felix Jones is a free agent and not expected to return after largely being a disappointment the past few years, putting the Cowboys in the market for a backup to share the load with Murray.

Owner Jerry Jones said it’s a priority because of Murray’s workload and expectations for him rather than concerns about his health.

“It’s no different than any running back that I would be looking to to have the snaps that we’d expect from him,” Jones said. “We’re counting on him for protection. We count on him obviously to carry the ball; we count on him in the passing game and are going to count on him more in the passing game. … But the concern is a concern. We sure need a backup.”

Coach Jason Garrett said the Cowboys aren’t looking for a change-of-pace back to complement Murray. They just need the best back possible to make their offense go and not have a letdown if Murray’s unavailable.

Read more here: http://www.star-telegram.com/2013/02...#storylink=cpy

CowboysYanksLakers · 02-25-2013

I would draft a big back who can finish.

**Idgit** · 02-25-2013

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Originally Posted by CowboysYanksLakers

I would draft a big back who can finish.

As opposed to a little one, who can't?

Gaede · 02-26-2013

There a plenty quality backs in this draft. I think it would be wise to spend a 3rd rounder. The second runningback can play a big role in this offense, and could potentially be a starter--if Murray's injury woes continue

morasp · 02-26-2013

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Originally Posted by Gaede

There a plenty quality backs in this draft. I think it would be wise to spend a 3rd rounder. The second runningback can play a big role in this offense, and could potentially be a starter--if Murray's injury woes continue

Or his fumble woes.

burmafrd · 02-26-2013

I think you can find a good back up later then the 3rd.

Chuck 54 · 02-26-2013

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Originally Posted by burmafrd

I think you can find a good back up later then the 3rd.

Rookie RB in Washington was a sixth rounder who ran a 4.68 forty. Plenty of guys like that. Draft is full of backs who were productive in college, know how to run, but don't wow anyone at combine, poor man's Emmitt Smith, who was considered too slow by many going into draft.

Doomsday101 · 02-26-2013

Would not mind a late pick on a guy like Neb RB Rex Burkhead

Eddie · 03-02-2013

Instead of drafting a complementary, change of pace back ... how about drafting a RB who can carry the load full time?

We all know Murray ain't gonna make it through an entire season.

So why get another Felix Jones???

Cowboys22 · 03-02-2013

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Originally Posted by Eddie

Instead of drafting a complementary, change of pace back ... how about drafting a RB who can carry the load full time?

We all know Murray ain't gonna make it through an entire season.

So why get another Felix Jones???

That's exactly what they said they were looking for. Did you even read the article?

thebigeasy88 · 03-02-2013

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Originally Posted by Doomsday101

Would not mind a late pick on a guy like Neb RB Rex Burkhead

As a huge Nebraska fan...I would LOVE this pick. Good post my man...

rash · 03-02-2013

folks what about Tanner?

egn22 · 03-02-2013

Wonder what ivory's price tag will be

bkight13 · 03-02-2013

S Jackson, A Bradshaw, M Turner, R Mendenhall, C Ivory and possibly D Williams, R Bush and W McGahee all are available. A vet on a one year deal wouldn't be a bad way to go.

**big dog cowboy** · 03-03-2013

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Originally Posted by bkight13

S Jackson, A Bradshaw, M Turner, R Mendenhall, C Ivory and possibly D Williams, R Bush and W McGahee all are available. A vet on a one year deal wouldn't be a bad way to go.

I'd rather just draft a RB in the 4th or 5th. Put the money towards the OL. It would better spent.