Linebacker Rolando McClain, a former top-10 pick who retired twice before turning his career around in Dallas, will continue his career there. As previously noted, it’s a one-year deal for McClain to remain with the Cowboys, with a value of up to $4 million.
Per a source with knowledge of the situation, McClain’s visit with the Patriots resulted in an offer. Which made the decision a very difficult one for McClain. In the end, familiarity with teammates and coaches made the difference, along with the reality that Stephen and Jerry Jones gave McClain a chance to resurrect his career in 2014.
The short-term nature of the contract may have been influenced by a pair of off-field issues with which McClain is currently dealing. He’s reportedly one failed drug test away from a four-game suspension, and authorities have determined that a fire that destroyed his Alabama mansion was the result of arson. McClain has not been accused of having any involvement in or knowledge of the fire.