NFL free agency 2019: Top 50 available players

By Conor Myles | Feb 6, 2019

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - DECEMBER 31: Houston Texans defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (90) lines up before the snap during the NFL game between the Indianapolis Colts and Houston Texans on December 31, 2017, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, IN. (Photo by Zach Bolinger/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

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ARLINGTON, TX – AUGUST 26: Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle David Irving (95) smiles on the sideline during the NFL preseason game between the Oakland Raiders and Dallas Cowboys on August 26, 2017 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TX. (Photo by Andrew Dieb/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

37. David Irving, DT

Another player I have ranked higher than many would expect is David Irving. The undrafted free agent out of Iowa State may find it hard to generate much interest on the open market due to his off-the-field issues, including multiiple suspensions for failed drug tests. Irving played in two games for the Dallas Cowboys this season while dealing both with an ankle injury and his personal issues.

When the 25-year-old interior rusher is on the field, it’s easy to see how good he can become. Irving has racked up 12 sacks, and 46 quarterback hurries in 24 games (including postseason) for the Cowboys. The interior pressure ability Irving brings should not be overlooked.

The pass-rusher’s struggles noted above suggest Irving’s market may turn out to be slim, but a team like the Seattle Seahawks, who have proven to take chances on players with off-field issues, could benefit adding the young interior rusher to their defensive line rotation.

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