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 linebacker currently playing for the Carolina Panthers. He was a standout player for the South Carolina Gamecocks, winning the Ted Hendricks Award. Clowney was drafted first overall by the Houston Texans in 2014 and spent five seasons with the team, earning three Pro Bowl selections. After leaving Houston, he had stints with the Seattle Seahawks, Tennessee Titans, Cleveland Browns, and Baltimore Ravens before joining the Panthers. He is known for his athleticism and impactful defensive plays.

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

1977: Ross Browner's Record

In 1977, Ross Browner set a record at Clemson Memorial Stadium that Clowney later tied.

1984: Bruce Smith's Record

In 1984, Bruce Smith set a record at Clemson Memorial Stadium that Clowney later tied.

2008: AAAA Division II Title

In 2008, South Pointe, with Clowney, went 15–0, securing the South Carolina AAAA Division II title with a 35–14 victory over Northwestern High. Clowney had 17 sacks despite a bone spur.

2010: Named South Carolina's Mr. Football

In 2010, Jadeveon Clowney was named South Carolina's Mr. Football, capping off a high school career where his team went 38-6 across three seasons.

2012: All-American Honors

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

2012: Awarded All-America Player of the Year

In 2012, Jadeveon Clowney was voted the 2012 AT&T All-America Player of the Year, capping off a season where he won the Ted Hendricks Award and was a Unanimous All-American.

July 17, 2013: ESPY Award

On July 17, 2013, Jadeveon Clowney won the 2013 ESPY Award for best play for the hit he made during the Outback Bowl.

2013: All-SEC Selection

In 2013, Jadeveon Clowney was again a first-team All-Southeastern Conference (SEC) selection.

2014: Selected First Overall in NFL Draft

In 2014, Jadeveon Clowney was selected first overall by the Houston Texans in the NFL draft, marking a significant career milestone.

2016: Pro Bowl Selection

In 2016, Jadeveon Clowney was named to his first Pro Bowl and awarded second-team All-Pro by the Associated Press, marking a significant achievement in his NFL career.