Early Life and Education of Jadeveon Clowney: A Complete Timeline

Discover the defining moments in the early life of Jadeveon Clowney. From birth to education, explore key events.

Jadeveon Clowney is an American professional football defensive end currently playing for the Dallas Cowboys. He gained prominence at the University of South Carolina, winning the Ted Hendricks Award in 2012. Drafted first overall by the Houston Texans in 2014, Clowney earned three Pro Bowl selections and one second-team All-Pro selection during his five seasons with the team. After leaving Houston, he played for several teams, including the Seattle Seahawks, Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, Baltimore Ravens and Carolina Panthers, before landing with the Cowboys in 2025.

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February 14, 1993: Clowney's Birth

Jadeveon Clowney was born on February 14, 1993, in Rock Hill, South Carolina.

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February 14, 1993: Jadeveon Clowney Born

On February 14, 1993, Jadeveon Davarus Clowney was born. He is an American football defensive end in the NFL.

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1994: Mother's Employment

In 1994, Jadeveon Clowney's mother, Josenna Clowney, started working as a processing technician at the Frito-Lay plant in Charlotte, North Carolina.

1995: Father's Incarceration

In 1995, Jadeveon Clowney's father, David Morgan, was incarcerated for robbing a Rock Hill check cashing business.

2006: Father's Release from Prison

In 2006, Jadeveon Clowney's father, David Morgan, was released from prison after serving nearly 12 years.

2007: Freshman Football

In 2007, as a freshman at South Pointe High School, standing 6’ 3” and weighing 200 lbs, Jadeveon Clowney played running back and defensive end for the junior varsity team.

2008: AAAAAA Division 1 Title

In 2008, South Pointe, including Clowney, went 15–0 for the season, including a 35–14 win over town-rival Northwestern High at Memorial Stadium for the 2008 South Carolina AAAAAA Division 1 title and a No. 3 spot in the overall annual MaxPreps high school ranking.

January 2009: Foot Surgery

In January 2009, Jadeveon Clowney opted to have surgery on his foot to address a bone spur that he played with during the previous season.

February 14, 2011: Commitment to South Carolina

On his eighteenth birthday, February 14, 2011, Jadeveon Clowney announced his commitment to play for the South Carolina Gamecocks, choosing them over other schools.

February 2011: ESPN Photo Shoot

In February 2011, Jadeveon Clowney went to New York City for a photo shoot for an ESPN the Magazine feature story.

2011: Attended South Carolina

In 2011, Jadeveon Clowney began attending the University of South Carolina, playing football for the Gamecocks under coach Steve Spurrier.

2011: Track and Field

In 2011, Jadeveon Clowney competed in track and field events, including sprinting, shot put, and discus throw, achieving personal bests in various events.