Jadeveon Clowney

American football defensive end

Jadeveon Clowney - American football defensive end
Born

February 14th, 1993
32 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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An American football defensive end, celebrated for exceptional skills on the field. Played college football at the University of South Carolina, earning multiple accolades, including the prestigious Chuck Bednarik Award. Selected first overall by the Houston Texans in the 2014 NFL Draft. Has played for several teams in the NFL, including the Houston Texans, Seattle Seahawks, and the Cleveland Browns. Represented the Texans in the Pro Bowl and contributed to the team's playoff appearances.

Winning the Chuck Bednarik Award

Being selected first overall in the 2014 NFL Draft

Earning Pro Bowl selections

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