Around the NFL: Cowboys Extend Two; Schweigert Released

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Originally Posted by Mattyk72

I think it's because of his high contact running style. Backs like that don't always hold up well over the course of a full season.

I suppose. But he's had the same running style dating back to college and hasn't had any serious injuries.

The thing I don't understand is there has been no indication that Barber will be the full time RB. Felix Jones has blazing fast vertical speed and is a home run threat every time he gets the ball. He'll be in the mix from the start. I'm sure Barber's carries will go up 10-15% over last year, but that's no big deal.