Jadeveon Clowney's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Jadeveon Clowney. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

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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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

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.

2010: Named South Carolina's Mr. Football

In 2010, Jadeveon Clowney was named South Carolina's Mr. Football after a successful senior season at South Pointe High School.

2012: Unanimous All-American

In 2012, Jadeveon Clowney received unanimous All-American honors.

2012: Awarded Ted Hendricks

In 2012, Jadeveon Clowney was named Unanimous All-American, won the Ted Hendricks Award as the nation's best defensive end and was voted by fans as the 2012 AT&T All-America Player of the Year on January 7.