Jadeveon Clowney Returns to Houston Texans
Jadeveon Clowney has agreed to a deal to return to the Houston Texans, the team that initially drafted him.
Houston, TX, August 2, 2026 —
Jadeveon Clowney is set to return to the Houston Texans, the team that originally selected him in the NFL Draft. The agreement marks a homecoming for the veteran pass rusher.
Clowney was the first overall pick by the Texans in the 2014 NFL Draft. He played his first five seasons in Houston, earning Pro Bowl selections in 2016, 2017, and 2018. During his tenure with the Texans, Clowney recorded 29.0 sacks, 176 solo tackles, and nine forced fumbles.
Following his time with the Texans, Clowney played for the Seattle Seahawks and the Cleveland Browns. The terms of the new deal with the Texans were not immediately disclosed. Information regarding the specific details of the contract, including its duration and financial value, has not yet been made public.
The return of Clowney adds a familiar and experienced presence to the Texans’ defensive front. His history with the franchise and his previous success in Houston are notable aspects of this agreement.
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