IRVING, Texas -- DeMarco Murray's five lost fumbles are the most in the NFL this season among non-quarterbacks. On Monday he had surgery to repair a broken left hand, leading to obvious ball security questions. While there is confidence that he could be able to play through the injury Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts, the Cowboys have to be sure Murray can "handle the ball under duress," as Jason Garrett said on Monday. Since Week 6, Murray has not fumbled in his last 221 rushing attempts, which is the longest streak on carries in the league, according to ESPN Stats & Information.
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