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Jadeveon Clowney completes Texans reunion

The deal covers Houston’s upcoming 2026 season.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 31 min read
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More about Jadeveon Clowney returning to the Houston Texans, the team that selected him No. 1 in the 2014 NFL draft, via

What happened: Houston agreed to terms with Jadeveon Clowney, adding the veteran edge rusher before preseason. The Texans originally selected him No. 1 overall in the 2014 NFL draft.

Why it matters: The move brings proven pass-rush production into training camp while keeping Clowney in his hometown. Houston gains an experienced option for its defensive rotation.

By the numbers: Clowney recorded 8.5 sacks during the 2025 season.

What to watch: Clowney’s role in Houston’s pass-rush rotation will come into focus during training camp.

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