He was very important in 2014, but the recent failed drug test and suspension make him no longer worth keeping.
The Dallas Cowboys gave Rolando McClain a chance to redeem himself after the troubled and chaotic beginning of his NFL career. Following the often ineffective results on the field and not one but two retirements from professional football, he was given a one year, "prove-it" contract. Dynamic play at middle linebacker from him was a large factor in the surprising success Dallas had in 2014. He proved he still had it, and the Cowboys gave him another opportunity for 2015.