Cowboys FB Tony Fiammetta (illness, questionable) is expected to play in Week 14 against the Giants.
Fiammetta was inactive the last three games with an undisclosed illness but is no longer experiencing symptoms. His presence should help DeMarco Murray, who checks in as Rotoworld's 13th rated fantasy running back this week.
Sat, Dec 10, 2011 09:17:00 PM
Owner/GM Jerry Jones revealed that the mysterious illness that caused FB Tony Fiammetta to miss the last three games was an inner ear problem.
Fiammetta is expected back this week as he no longer feels nauseous or dizzy. It's good news for DeMarco Murray, who is averaging just 3.35 yards per carry over the last three weeks.
Tue, Dec 6, 2011 10:27:00 AM
Cowboys FB Tony Fiammetta has been cleared to return from his undisclosed illness.
It's terrific news for DeMarco Murray, whose production has slowed considerably since Fiammetta went out of the lineup in Week 10. Fiammetta will practice Wednesday and resume playing on Sunday Night Football against the Giants.
Mon, Dec 5, 2011 06:09:00 PM
The Dallas Morning News reports the Cowboys don't expect FB Tony Fiammetta (illness) to return in Week 13, and are "unsure" of his status for the rest of the season.
DeMarco Murray's lead blocker was thought to be making progress toward a return after he was spotted on an exercise bike Monday, but it sounds like his mysterious illness has him in danger of landing on injured reserve. Since Murray became the lead back in Dallas, he's averaged an eye-popping 8.0 yards per carry with Fiammetta in the lineup, but just 3.4 without him.
Tue, Nov 29, 2011 10:28:00 PM
Owner/GM Jerry Jones acknowledged Thursday that FB Tony Fiammetta (illness) and backup QB Jon Kitna (back) may not play again this season.
Fiammetta experiences nausea whenever he exercises. It sounds like a lingering concussion symptom, though the Cowboys medical staff has yet to nail down the origin of the ailment. DeMarco Murray has averaged just 3.4 yards per carry the past two weeks with Fiammetta out of the lineup. Jones confirmed that Kitna's back injury led to Cowboys putting in a claim for Kyle Orton on waivers.
Thu, Nov 24, 2011 09:36:00 PM
Cowboys FB Tony Fiammetta (illness) has been ruled out for Week 12.
Rookie sensation DeMarco Murray will be without his lead blocker for the second straight game. Murray averaged just 2.9 yards on 25 carries against the Redskins' stout defense in Fiammetta's absence Sunday, and will have to contend with the Dolphins' seventh ranked run defense on Thursday. He's still a must start, however.
Wed, Nov 23, 2011 02:45:00 PM
The Dallas Morning News believes Felix Jones could be given a ceremonial start against the Redskins, but expects DeMarco Murray to serve as Dallas' lead back.
Tashard Choice "started" in Week 7 against the Rams, but carried the ball just twice for eight yards as Murray erupted for 253 yards. Even if Jones "starts" tomorrow, owner Jerry Jones has made it clear Murray will be the team's feature back going forward. Murray is Rotoworld's eighth-ranked running back for Week 11.
Sat, Nov 19, 2011 03:09:00 PM
Cowboys FB Tony Fiammetta has been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Redskins with an illness.
It's hardly ideal news for DeMarco Murray, as Fiammetta has been a key cog in the Cowboys' improved blocking. The fullback's absence isn't enough to drastically drop the league's hottest back in the Week 11 rankings, though. Murray remains a RB1 option.
Fri, Nov 18, 2011 11:26:00 AM
Felix Jones was working on kickoff returns in Thursday's limited practice.
It's confirmation that Jones is going to have a change-of-pace and perhaps passing-down role behind DeMarco Murray. The Cowboys wouldn't risk Jones on returns if he was being counted on for a substantial workload out of the backfield.
Thu, Nov 17, 2011 01:27:00 PM
Owner Jerry Jones said Tuesday that the Cowboys expect Felix Jones (ankle) to make his return against the Redskins Sunday.
Felix has missed the last four games and his owner admitted that "I don't know how exactly on top of his game he'll be." Even if Jones was at 100 percent, he wouldn't be taking the starting job away from wildly impressive rookie DeMarco Murray. Look for Jones to be eased in slowly on some passing downs and maybe as a kick returner. He won't be a fantasy option this week and Murray will still retain RB1 status.
Tue, Nov 15, 2011 10:30:00 AM
Felix Jones (ankle) was held out of practice again on Friday.
Jones won't play against the Bills this week, and his status for Week 11 against the Redskins is up in the air. Perhaps a streaking DeMarco Murray, Rotoworld's No. 8 fantasy play for Week 10, can put an end to the Cowboys backfield debate with another fine performance.
Fri, Nov 11, 2011 12:29:00 PM
David Moore of the Dallas Morning News "doubts" Felix Jones (ankle) will reclaim his starting when healthy, despite DeMarco Murray's comments to the contrary.
"(Jason) Garrett has no policy in place that states a starter can't lose his job to injury," explains Moore. "I would expect you to see Murray as the starter and Jones as the complimentary back." Garrett has been noncommittal on the subject when pressed. We suspect Moore's prediction will hold form. Murray is simply too productive to sit.
Thu, Nov 10, 2011 09:43:00 PM
Felix Jones (ankle) was not participating at Cowboys practice Thursday.
Jones is expected to miss his fourth straight game this week and there's no motivation for the Cowboys to rush him back. DeMarco Murray has locked up the feature back job.
Thu, Nov 10, 2011 12:45:00 PM
Felix Jones (ankle) will not practice on Wednesday.
Jones will spend his day rehabbing while the Cowboys practice. For now, it looks like he'll miss his fourth straight game since suffering a high-ankle sprain in Week 6. Dallas has no reason to rush him back with DeMarco Murray performing at an extremely high level as the feature back.
Wed, Nov 9, 2011 12:18:00 PM
Felix Jones cut on his injured ankle in workouts for the first time since hurting it on Monday, and owner Jerry Jones said that he "has a chance to be back" for Week 10's game against the Bills.
"He had a good workout," coach Jason Garrett said. "He's going to have another workout [Tuesday] and we'll see how he feels on Wednesday. We're certainly hopeful." This is not the week to count him, regardless, as DeMarco Murray could render him a change-of-pace back and Jones could be limited in any action he theoretically would receive.
Tue, Nov 8, 2011 03:56:00 AM
Even though he's considered "day to day" this week, Felix Jones (ankle) has yet to resume running.
He's certainly not going to play this week, and there's a good chance he'll miss next week's game against the Bills as well. DeMarco Murray remains a high-end RB2 in the mean time.
Fri, Nov 4, 2011 08:22:00 AM
Beat writer Brandon George expects a fairly even carry split between Felix Jones and DeMarco Murray once Jones returns from his ankle sprain.
George believes Jones will return as the nominal starter, but Murray has earned a larger role with an average of 9.9 yards per carry over the past two weeks. It's the type of situation that lends itself to a hot hand approach.
Thu, Nov 3, 2011 09:49:00 PM
Felix Jones (ankle) was not participating at Cowboys practice Thursday.
At this point, it would be a surprise if Jones makes his return this week. He's never been a fast healer and it hasn't even been three weeks yet since he sustained a high-ankle sprain. Look for DeMarco Murray to start and carry the load against a Seahawks' defense giving up just 3.2 yards per carry on the season.
Thu, Nov 3, 2011 12:44:00 PM
It's still unclear if Felix Jones (ankle) will return to practice this week.
Jones was originally tagged with a 2-4 week timetable after spraining his ankle on October 16. He's been out of his walking boot for a week now, so we suspect he'll at least try to get some workouts in this week. Still, Jones is unlikely to be a workhorse upon his return as DeMarco Murray is averaging 9.9 yards per carry over the last two games.
Mon, Oct 31, 2011 11:24:00 AM
Tashard Choice (questionable, shoulder) was downgraded to a missed practice on Friday.
Choice had been limited the past two days, so it looks like he had a setback. Expect DeMarco Murray to start against the Eagles with rookie Phillip Tanner as the No. 2 back. Murray is once again a good bet for 20+ touches in a prime matchup.
Fri, Oct 28, 2011 12:21:00 PM
