Report: Cowboys sign DL Tyrone Crawford to five-year, $45 million deal

The Dallas Cowboys have reportedly signed defensive tackle Tyrone Crawford to a five-year extension.

The Dallas Cowboys and defensive tackle Tyrone Crawford have agreed to a five-year, $45 million contract extension, reports NFL.com's Ian Rapoport.

Crawford, a third-round pick out of Boise State in the 2012 draft, signed a four-year contract before his rookie season.

Crawford had a breakout year for the Cowboys in 2014. He played in 15 games, recording 33 combined tackles, including three sacks. He added 29 quarterback hurries and 12 hits.

Crawford started his career at defensive end before moving to tackle under Rod Marinelli. Crawford missed all of the 2013 season with a torn Achilles.

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