Felix Jones Vs. Chris Johnson: You Decide

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Published: August 12, 2009

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... team, armed with two first-round picks, had fans dreaming, discussing, and debating which prospects their team would soon select come draft day.

With just one running back (Marion Barber) on the roster under contract heading into that offseason, most fans recognized running back would be a position of need.

While some fans fantasized about packaging the picks for a chance to trade up for Darren McFadden, others realized a more likely scenario would have the Cowboys selecting one of the other running backs of the deep 2008 class.

It was apparent the Cowboys would be looking to add some dash to compliment Marion Barber’s bash.

Two of the top prospects that appeared to fit that bill were East Carolina’s Chris Johnson and McFadden’s former Arkansas backfield mate, Felix Jones.

Both players sported similar size, college résumés, and playmaking ability.

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