Jadeveon Clowney signs with Texans, not Browns as expected
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 8:17 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Jadeveon Clowney has signed a contract with the Houston Texans, the team that drafted him first overall in 2014. After visiting the Cleveland Browns at training camp and an encouraging meeting, no deal was finalized. Browns general manager Andrew Berry noted ongoing roster considerations, particularly with younger defensive ends like Jared Verse, Alex Wright, and Isaiah McGuire among the depth chart. Clowney had a notable season with the Dallas Cowboys, posting 8.5 sacks in 2026. |
- •Clowney re-signed with the Texans after leaving the Cowboys.
- •Browns GM expressed hope for Clowney's return but did not finalize a deal.
- •Clowney's past with the Texans includes five seasons after being drafted first overall.
- •The Browns' defensive end depth includes several young players.
- •Clowney had 8.5 sacks last season, contributing significantly to the Cowboys' defense.
- 8:17 PMYahoo Sports — Jadeveon Clowney to have reunion, but it won't be with Browns
- 8:07 PMYahoo Sports — Texans sign Jadeveon Clowney in free agency reunion
"Jadeveon Clowney won't be returning to the Cleveland Browns, as he is signing with the team that drafted him, the Houston Texans.
"Jadeveon Clowney is back where it all started for him, as he re-signed with the Texans, the team that drafted him No. 1 overall.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 8:17 PMJadeveon Clowney to have reunion, but it won't be with Browns
Jadeveon Clowney won't be returning to the Cleveland Browns, as he is signing with the team that drafted him, the Houston Texans.
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 8:07 PMTexans sign Jadeveon Clowney in free agency reunion
Jadeveon Clowney is back where it all started for him, as he re-signed with the Texans, the team that drafted him No. 1 overall.
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