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 a professional American football linebacker currently playing for the Carolina Panthers. He was drafted first overall by the Houston Texans in the 2014 NFL draft after a successful college career with the South Carolina Gamecocks, where he won the Ted Hendricks Award. Clowney spent five seasons with the Texans, earning three Pro Bowl selections. Subsequently, he played for the Seattle Seahawks, Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, and Baltimore Ravens before joining the Panthers.

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

2008: Won South Carolina AAAA Division II Title

In 2008, Jadeveon Clowney and South Pointe High School went 15–0, winning the South Carolina AAAA Division II title.

2010: Named South Carolina's Mr. Football

In 2010, during his senior season, Jadeveon Clowney was named South Carolina's Mr. Football.

2011: Ranked as No. 1 Overall Prospect

Throughout his senior year, Jadeveon Clowney was considered the No. 1 overall prospect of the 2011 class by major recruiting services.

2012: Unanimous All-American Honors

After receiving unanimous All-American honors in 2012, Clowney was only selected to one 2013 All-America team.

2012: Named AT&T All-America Player of the Year

Following his incredible sophomore season, Jadeveon Clowney was voted by fans as the 2012 AT&T All-America Player of the Year on January 7.

January 1, 2013: Outback Bowl Victory

On January 1, 2013, Jadeveon Clowney helped the Gamecocks to a 33–28 victory over the Michigan Wolverines in the Outback Bowl, highlighted by a notable hit and fumble recovery.

July 17, 2013: Won ESPY Award for Best Play

On July 17, 2013, Jadeveon Clowney won the 2013 ESPY Award for best play for his hit on Vincent Smith in the Outback Bowl.

2016: Named to First Pro Bowl

In 2016, Jadeveon Clowney was named to his first Pro Bowl and awarded second-team All-Pro by the Associated Press.

December 19, 2017: Named to Second Pro Bowl

On December 19, 2017, Jadeveon Clowney was named to his second Pro Bowl.

2018: Ranked #32 on NFL Top 100 Players

Jadeveon Clowney was ranked #32 by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2018.

September 29, 2019: First Regular Season Interception

On September 29, 2019, Jadeveon Clowney had his first-ever regular season interception against the Cardinals off a screen pass from quarterback Kyler Murray, returning it for a touchdown in Seattle's 27–10 win.

January 17, 2020: Clowney Named Pro Bowl Alternate

On January 17, 2020, Jadeveon Clowney was named one of the 2020 Pro Bowl alternates. He was also ranked 41st by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2020.