Jadeveon Clowney Returns to the Houston Texans
In a significant move for both the player and the franchise, the Houston Texans have officially signed defensive end Jadeveon Clowney on Sunday, marking the athlete’s second tenure with the team that initially drafted him as the No. 1 overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft. Now at 33 years old, Clowney joins what is regarded as the top defense in the league in hopes of contributing to another Super Bowl run for the franchise.
Clowney is entering his 13th season in the National Football League (NFL) after a notable performance last year with the Dallas Cowboys, where he recorded 41 tackles and 8.5 sacks over the course of 13 games. His career has been characterized by creative engagements with various teams; he started with the Texans and has since had periods with the Seattle Seahawks in 2019, the Tennessee Titans in 2020, and most recently, the Cleveland Browns (2021-2022), Baltimore Ravens in 2023, and the Carolina Panthers in 2024.
This transition comes after Clowney faced some health challenges in the previous season, dealing with shoulder and knee issues that led to him missing several games. However, he has remained relatively resilient throughout his career, notably not missing more than five games in a single season since 2020.
Statistically, Clowney has compiled an impressive record, boasting a total of 450 tackles, 149 quarterback hits, 120 tackles for loss, and 66.5 sacks among other metrics since entering the league. Furthermore, he leads all defensive ends in the league with three fumble recoveries for a touchdown, showcasing his ability to impact the game both on defense and in creating key turnovers.
This article will be updated with additional details regarding Clowney’s contract as they become available, adding to the intrigue surrounding his return to a familiar setting in Houston.
