Texans bring back Jadeveon Clowney on one-year deal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 1:49 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
The Houston Texans have announced the return of Jadeveon Clowney on a one-year contract worth $5.5 million, with incentives that could raise the total to $8 million. Clowney’s past engagement with the team as the first overall pick in 2014 and his tumultuous exit in 2019 have elicited mixed reactions from fans. While some express nostalgia and optimism regarding his veteran presence, others remain skeptical due to his previous performance and multiple team changes since leaving Houston. Clowney aims to contribute as a rotational defender alongside Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter in the Texans' defensive lineup.
- •Clowney returns to Texans after seven years with six teams.
- •Contract includes a base salary of $5.5 million with additional incentives.
- •Fan reactions are mixed, with sentiments ranging from nostalgia to skepticism.
- •Clowney played last season with Dallas, recording 8.5 sacks.
- •His role will focus on providing depth behind starters Anderson Jr. and Hunter.
- 1:49 AMYahoo Sports — Fans Divided: Jadeveon Clowney Reunion Has Some Texans Fans With Mixed Reviews
"From messy departures to a veteran homecoming, Houston’s former top pick returns to bolster a championship defense, sparking a fiery debate between franchise nostalgia and strategic depth amongst fans
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