Houston Texans re-sign veteran Jadeveon Clowney in defensive boost
Veteran pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney has returned to the Houston Texans, reuniting with the franchise that selected him first overall in the 2014 NFL draft.
The 33-year-old makes his way back to Texas following a highly productive stint with the Dallas Cowboys last season.
His arrival provides a significant boost to a defensive unit that already features formidable edge rushers Will Anderson Jr and Danielle Hunter.
That devastating duo combined for 27 sacks last year, creating one of the most feared defensive fronts in the league.
A late-season resurgence
The veteran defender led the Cowboys with 8.5 sacks during the recent campaign, falling just one short of his career best.
He originally joined Dallas on a one-year deal last September to help offset the production lost following Micah Parsons’ blockbuster trade to the Green Bay Packers.
Despite a delayed start to the season, the former number one pick eventually established himself as a vital component of the Dallas defense.
Across 13 games, he recorded 41 tackles and a team-high 12 tackles for loss, while also forcing a fumble and generating 33 quarterback pressures.
Choosing Houston over Cleveland
The experienced lineman had attracted widespread interest across the league before committing to a return to his professional roots.
He recently visited the Cleveland Browns, leaving general manager Andrew Berry publicly hopeful of striking a deal.
Ultimately, the opportunity to re-join the franchise where his NFL journey began proved too enticing to decline.
Known for his willingness to mentor younger teammates, the seasoned professional brings immense leadership and 66.5 career sacks to a Texans side holding lofty ambitions.