The Facts: The numbers indicate that HC Jason Garrett trusts Murray. He had five games with 20 or more carries, the most for any running back since Garrett became offensive coordinator in 2007. Murray also became the first back under Garrett to have four consecutive games with 20 or more carries.

Diehards Line:Felix Jones, Murray's backup, has had just two games with 20 or more carries since he was drafted in 2008. Marion Barber, a former starter, had four 20-carry games in 2008, but he only reached that mark once more before being released. ... Murray's got speed, power and the smarts necessary to navigate the position. He uses his fullback well and -- despite another injury before training camp (hamstring) -- durability might not be a factor. So while it's hard to say what Murray will do in 2012, ESPN.com's Calvin Watkins believes the Cowboys feel confident in his abilities to be an 18-20 carry back -- and the results that will come with it.