Confusion emerges after Cowboys announce Jadeveon Clowney signing and conflicting report could explain why
The Dallas Cowboys are getting reinforcements but the details are messy at the moment.
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones wasted no time announcing he had signed DE Jadeveon Clowney following his team’s 40-37 win over the New York Giants. After a bad day for the team’s pass rush, Jones indicated the team signed Clowney — the 2014 No. 1 overall pick — during the game.
It served as Jones’ message to fans that they’re acting quickly. However, confusion has since emerged on the length deal and whether or not a contract is indeed signed. Let’s break it down.
Jadeveon Clowney’s contract isn’t finalized yet
“It’s been completed,” Jones told reporters. He added it was a contract for “more than one year.”
This is where the confusion begins. Though Jones suggested it was a multi-year deal, reports from major insiders, including Ian Rapoport and Adam Schefter, indicated it was a one-year deal worth $3.5 million with incentives that could take it up to $6 million.
Another report from ESPN’s Ed Werder added the team “has not officially signed” the deal, “but sides are close to completing negotiations.”
As of right now, it’s safe to say Clowney will play for the Cowboys in the 2025 season. That much we know. However, some of the details of the deal might still be up in the air, which could be causing the confusion in reporting. With that being said, it would be a surprise if it’s any different from what is being reported by the major media players.
In other words, it’s time to be patient and await an official announcement, but Clowney is likely headed to Dallas on a one-year deal.
Cowboys defensive coordinator Matt Eberflus cares little about the financial side of things. Fans will care just as much. What will be important is boosting the pass rush. Not only will Clowney do that — he’s averaged 6.5 sacks per season in the last four years — but he will also upgrade the team’s run defense at defensive end.
It won’t fix all that is wrong with the Cowboys’ defense, but he will help.
“He’s been an outstanding player, and he’ll add some real depth,” Jones added. “He’s very credible and he’ll help us.”
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