Dallas, TX – September 13, 2025
The Dallas Cowboys have made it official: veteran pass rusher Jadeveon Clowney has signed a one-year deal with the team, adding a massive piece to a defensive front still adjusting after the departure of Micah Parsons.
The value of the contract has not yet been disclosed, but the move comes at a pivotal time. Dallas is searching for proven edge production and leadership to stabilize a pass rush that struggled to find answers in Week 1.
Clowney, 32, was released by the Carolina Panthers earlier this offseason despite posting a solid 2024 campaign: 46 tackles, 5.5 sacks, and four pass deflections in 14 starts. His release surprised many around the league.
Since being drafted No. 1 overall in 2014, Clowney has suited up for the Texans, Seahawks, Titans, Browns, Ravens, and Panthers. Now, he adds Dallas to his long list of NFL stops, bringing experience and toughness.
For the Cowboys, this isn’t just about filling a roster spot. It’s about injecting a battle-tested veteran who can set the edge, collapse the pocket, and take pressure off the younger defensive linemen.
Clowney has never quite lived up to the “superstar” expectations that followed him out of South Carolina, but he’s carved out a career as a disruptive, physical defender capable of game-changing plays.
“This is the type of move that makes sense for both sides,” one team source said. “Dallas needs help, and Clowney wants one more chance to prove he can still dominate.”
Cowboys fans will be watching closely to see how quickly Clowney fits into Dan Quinn’s system. His presence could prove critical as Dallas looks to re-establish itself as an NFC powerhouse.
