What happened: Sheldon Rankins called Jadeveon Clowney “a highlight reel waiting to happen.” Clowney completed his reunion last week, shifting the focus from negotiations to preseason work.
Why it matters: The return ends Clowney’s free-agent phase and places the veteran defensive end back in a familiar setting. Rankins’ endorsement provides an early measure of expectations within the defensive front.
By the numbers: Clowney totaled 11 sacks across the 2021 and 2022 seasons.
What to watch: Clowney’s preseason workload and role alongside Rankins are the next markers to watch.