Panthers land Jadeveon Clowney on two-year deal

The workforce whose proprietor has thrown a drink of water has acquired a tall drink of water.

Veteran move rusher Jadeveon Clowney, a six-five, 266-pound defensive wrecking crew, has agreed to time period with the Panthers on two-year deal.

Per a number of reviews, the deal has a base worth of $20 million, with a “max value” (we’ve shamed them into ditching “up to”) $24 million.

Clowney was the primary general decide in 2014. He spent 5 years with the Texans earlier than spending one yr with the Seahawks, one with the Titans, two with the Browns, and one with the Ravens.

He tied a profession excessive in 2023, with 9.5 sacks.

But sacks aren’t the entire story. When wholesome and efficient, Clowney can (as Chris Simms likes to say) “eff up the play.” He creates havoc that makes it simpler for different defensive gamers to get to the ball.