Who was the Dallas Cowboys' leading rusher in 2008?

The Dallas Cowboys' leading rusher in 2008 was Marion Barber. He ran for 885 yards on 238 carries, finishing ahead of the team's other running backs in rushing yardage.

Barber entered 2008 as Dallas' primary running back after sharing work with Julius Jones in earlier seasons. Known for his physical, tackle-breaking style, he became especially important near the goal line and in short-yardage situations. He also scored seven rushing touchdowns during the season.

The 2008 Cowboys added rookie Felix Jones in the first round of the NFL draft, hoping his speed would complement Barber's power. Jones showed promise but was limited by injuries, while Barber handled the bulk of the team's rushing workload. Tashard Choice also contributed after injuries affected the backfield.

A common mix-up is confusing Barber's 2008 total with his 2007 season, when he rushed for 975 yards and 10 touchdowns. The 2008 Cowboys finished 9–7, and Barber remained their top rushing performer despite the team missing the playoffs.