The Facts:
According to sources, running backs Skip Peete has been relieved of his duties by HC Jason Garrett and will not return for the 2013 season. Peete, who had been with the Cowboys since 2007, was informed in a meeting with Garrett Monday.
Reported by the Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
According to Star-Telegram staffer Clarence Hill, Peete was surprised by the move, given the injuries to running backs DeMarco Murray the past two seasons that limited his effectiveness, and the struggles on the offensive line to open holes for the running game. The Cowboys set a team record for fewest rushing yards in a 16-game season in 2012 with just 1,265. Murray, who missed six games with a sprained foot, rushed for 663 yards, the lowest for a Cowboys leading rusher in 23 years. Felix Jones was ineffective in Murray's place but his presence and production should land more at the foot of owner Jerry Jones than Peete. A disappointed Garrett hinted at changes with the running game in his press conference after the season-ending loss to the Redskins. "We have to do a better job running the football,' Garrett said. ... Stay tuned. More changes could come. The Cowboys have yet to rule on the future of DC Rob Ryan. Garrett and Jones refused to guarantee his return during interviews last week, saying they were not ready to discuss personnel.
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