Former first round pick Marcus Spears has disappointed in his 5 year career with only 8 sacks and was benched last year for Stephen Bowen, who recently signed with the Redskins. Needing a replacement, the Cowboys are giving Spears another chance, likely to start as that’s what this deal pays him like. Spears gets a deal worth 19.2 million over 5 years. It’s a mistake and a risk, but I don’t think it’s a huge one. It’s not completely farfetched that he becomes an average starting defensive end in this league.

Grade: C