
#0 LB · Dallas Cowboys
Height
6'2"
Weight
220 lbs
Age
25
College
Texas
Draft
2023, Rd 3, #90
Experience
3 yrs
LB Rank
#86 / 347
Grade Demarvion Overshown
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On the field, Demarvion Overshown grades out as a shaky LB for Dallas Cowboys (D+ Performance). That places him 86th of 347 graded linebackers. Against that production, his deal reads as a clear bargain on the Contract Value Index (A) — the team is paying below what the play would command. The public read is positive (B- Sentiment), drawn from current news and social signal rather than the box score.
| Year | Team | GP | Tkl | Sacks | INT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | ![]() | 19 | 118 | 5.0 | 1 |
| 2025 | ![]() | 6 | 28 | 0.0 | 0 |
| 2024 | ![]() | 13 | 90 | 5.0 | 1 |
| 2023 | ![]() | 2 |
Length
4 years
Total Value
$5.4M
Guaranteed
$920K
AAV
$1.3M/yr
This Demarvion Overshown extension is a legitimate steal for Dallas, earning an A CVI grade that reflects exceptional value for a serviceable starter at linebacker. At just $1.3M annually, the Cowboys are paying well below market rate for a player who has established himself as a reliable contributor in their defensive scheme, creating massive surplus value on a position that typically commands $3-5M for similar production levels. The four-year term gives Dallas long-term cost certainty while Overshown is still in his prime developmental window, and the modest $0.9M guaranteed money represents minimal financial risk if his trajectory plateaus. The contract structure heavily favors the team, as they're essentially betting on continued improvement from a player already performing at starter level while paying backup money. Dallas front office deserves credit for identifying and locking up emerging talent before the market catches up — this deal could look even better if Overshown takes another step forward, making it one of the better value contracts at linebacker across the league.
Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the A band — a quick read on where Demarvion's contract sits relative to comparable money.
Demarvion Overshown is a third-year linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys, a 2023 third-round pick still working to establish himself as a reliable NFL starter. At just 25, he carries developmental upside, but his overall profile currently grades out at a D+, reflecting a player who has yet to consistently translate potential into production. His 19 career games tell the story of a talent still finding his footing at the professional level. Overshown's most encouraging sign is his tackling activity, averaging 4.67 tackles per game against an NFL average of 3.80 — a legitimate bright spot that suggests he can be productive when healthy and on the field. The concern, however, is consistency and availability, as his limited career sample makes it difficult to project him as a cornerstone defensive piece. His season grades have been volatile, improving from a D+ in 2023 to a B- in 2024 before settling back to a C in 2025, signaling stalled development rather than a clear upward arc. That inconsistency is the central question surrounding Overshown's future in Dallas. His tackle numbers hint at a player with instincts reminiscent of a younger Leighton Vander Esch — capable but fragile and still refining his game. If he can string together a full, healthy season in 2026, there is legitimate reason to believe a B-range grade is attainable and sustainable long-term.
Demarvion Overshown ranks 86th of 347 graded linebackers by performance. That slots Demarvion between Cole Holcomb (D+) just ahead and Chance Campbell (D+) just behind.
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Cole HolcombPittsburgh SteelersD+DJ WonnumDetroit LionsD+D.j. WonnumDetroit LionsD+Graded lower
Chance CampbellPhiladelphia EaglesDeMarvion Overshown enters his fourth NFL season with a quietly building wave of optimism surrounding his development as a linebacker for the Dallas Cowboys. After battling injury setbacks that limited his early career contributions, the narrative heading into 2026 OTAs centers firmly on a healthy, motivated Overshown ready to make a significant leap. Media coverage has been consistently encouraging, with multiple outlets highlighting his breakout potential and the Cowboys organization publicly expressing confidence in his ability to make a 'big' jump this season. His inclusion in roster rundowns and OTA updates signals he is firmly in the team's plans as a meaningful contributor rather than a fringe roster candidate. While he has yet to earn Pro Bowl recognition or a lucrative contract, the positive momentum and organizational backing position him as one of the more intriguing developmental stories on Dallas's defensive unit heading into the new season.
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Demarvion Overshown is a player in his 3rd NFL season listed at LB for the Dallas Cowboys. FanVerdicts maintains four independent grades for every NFL player on an active roster — Contract Value Index for the deal itself, Performance for on-field production, Sentiment for media and fan reaction, and Fan Verdict for community voting. Current grades for Demarvion Overshown: Contract Value Index A, Performance D+, Sentiment B-, Fan Verdict pending.
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C
2025
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2024
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2023
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