IRVING, Texas - The Cowboys' worst fears about Felix Jones' toe injury have been confirmed: The dynamic rookie running back will undergo surgery to repair a torn ligament beneath his left big toe and will miss the remainder of the season.
Jones suffered the injury while rehabbing his partially-torn hamstring. He went through light individual drills in practice Wednesday while the team tried to determine his physical limitations.
Additional tests taken Monday were evaluated this morning by Dr. Robert Anderson, a foot and ankle specialist based in Charlotte. The Cowboys' medical staff, with input from Dr. Anderson, decided surgery was the best option for Jones' long-term health. The date for Jones' surgery is unknown at this time.
Jones had missed the previous four games with his hamstring injury. Prior to getting injured, he averaged 8.9 yards on 30 carries and recorded the Cowboys' first regular-season kickoff return touchdown since 2003 in a Week 2 win over Philadelphia.
With Jones out, the bulk of the Cowboys' rushing attack will fall on the shoulders of Pro Bowl starter Marion Barber. Rookie Tashard Choice, who has 13 carries for 72 yards this season, also could receive more touches on offense.
Miles Austin, Jones' replacement on kickoff returns, will miss 2-4 weeks with a sprained lateral collateral ligament in his knee. Candidates to fill in Sunday are receiver Isaiah Stanback, rookie cornerback Orlando Scandrick and possibly rookie cornerback Mike Jenkins.
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