Cowboys' RB DeMarco Murray Takes Part In Drills

Cowboys’ RB DeMarco Murray Takes Part In Drills

Dec 14, 2014; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back DeMarco Murray (29) catches the ball and is tackled by Philadelphia Eagles free safety Malcolm Jenkins (27) during the first half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /

Dallas Cowboys’ running back DeMarco Murray was able to participate in drills at Thursday’s practice.

With the final playoff push approaching, the Dallas Cowboys are closely watching the status of star running back DeMarco Murray, who underwent surgery to repair a broken bone in his hand.

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Just a few days away from the Week 16 matchup against Indianapolis, there is still plenty of uncertainty about whether he will play.

The good news is the NFL’s leading rusher was able to at least take part in drills at Thursday’s Dallas Cowboys practice just three days after undergoing surgery on his hand.

Murray’s activity in Thursday’s practice was similar to what he did in Wednesday’s practice. Murray participated in pass catching drills, then relinquished first-team snaps to backup running back Lance Dunbar.

While he wore extra protective gear on his recovering hand, it’s worth noting that Murray did not seem to shy away from using his injured hand to grab the ball.

Head coach Jason Garrett said that the Cowboys will make the right decision for DeMarco and the Cowboys regarding playing their star running back this week against the Indianapolis Colts. If Murray is unable to suit up, the Cowboys will rely most likely on a combination of Lance Dunbar and Joseph Randle.

With Andrew Luck and the high-powered Colts offense up next for Dallas, the Cowboys could really use the NFL’s leading rusher to keep pace. If Murray can’t go, look for the Cowboys to really lean on wide receiver Dez Bryant for offense.

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