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Earlier this month, Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report took a look at each of the 32 teams and assigned them a to-do list with three matters to address.

NFL News / Tennessee Titans on SI / June 28

Division Rival Could Sign Former Titans Defender

It's been five years since the Tennessee Titans employed Jadeveon Clowney, but the former No. 1 overall pick could find his way back to the AFC South. ESPN analyst Aaron Schatz believes the Jacksonville Jaguars should explore the idea of signing Clowney this offseason.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / June 27

Jaguars Should Sign Jadeveon Clowney to Upgrade Roster

As the Jacksonville Jaguars look to improve upon their dismal 4-13 campaign from 2024, defense could still be an issue to address. The team ranked near the bottom of the NFL, allowing 389.9 yards per game to their opponents.

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NFL News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / June 26

ESPN Suggests Jadeveon Clowney Should Sign with the Jacksonville Jaguars

ESPN suggests Jadeveon Clowney should sign with the Jacksonville Jaguars. While the 2025 NFL regular season is approaching rapidly, there are still some moves to be made for NFL organizations and free agents that have not yet signed.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 24

Panthers surprisingly linked to former Super Bowl champion on cut watch

The Carolina Panthers entered the offseason with a massive need at edge rusher, perhaps more so than any other team in the NFL. The tandem of Jadeveon Clowney and DJ Wonnum, one of whom isn't even on the team anymore, just wasn't going to cut it.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 14

Former Carolina Panthers star pass rusher ranked among NFL's best free agents

The Carolina Panthers haven't re-hired Matt Rhule or given Matt Kalil or Teddy Bridgewater any new big contracts lately, but they're still prone to make mistakes from time to time.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 8

Panthers-Bills trade proposal attempts to fill hole created by Jadeveon Clowney cut

Assuming that both Nic Scourton and Princely Umanmielen have relatively high-quality rookie seasons, the Carolina Panthers could have had one of the deepest edge/defensive line groups in the league this year.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 7

Panthers-Cardinals trade pitch sends disappointing former first-rounder to Carolina

The subtraction of Jadeveon Clowney this offseason might leave the Carolina Panthers looking for another edge rusher. Clowney, who tallied the most sacks of any edge rusher on the team in 2024 with 5.5, was cut loose by Carolina last month, leaving the team with a big question mark along the edge.

Green Bay Packers News / Green Bay Packers on SI / June 2

Pro Football Network Suggests Packers Sign Former Pro Bowler

In June 2021, the Green Bay Packers signed linebacker De’Vondre Campbell to a one-year contract. Campbell turned in an unexpected All-Pro stadium to help the Packers earn the No.

Washington Commanders News / Riggo's Rag / June 2

The move Commanders fans are begging for is just sitting there

Adam Peters took quite a gamble when he ignored edge-rushing reinforcements during the first two rounds of the 2025 NFL Draft. However, the Washington Commanders' general manager can correct the oversight with one obvious move in free agency.

New Orleans Saints News / New Orleans Saints on SI / June 1

Saints Free Agency: Does 3-Time Pro Bowler Fit?

Will the New Orleans Saints use up any more of their cap space in free agency? Right now, the Saints have over $22 million in cap space, per Over The Cap.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 1

Panthers' frustrating defender could follow Jadeveon Clowney out the door

The Carolina Panthers have already parted ways with one edge rusher this offseason, cutting three-time Pro Bowler Jadeveon Clowney. Could another one follow?

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / June 1

Could Patriots Target Former No. 1 Overall Pick?

For the most part, the New England Patriots and the rest of the NFL have made the bulk of their big offseason moves and acquisitions with OTAs now underway.

Carolina Panthers News / Carolina Panthers on SI / May 30

NFL free agency: SI names best team fit for ex-Panthers edge Jadeveon Clowney

The Carolina Panthers are going to regret releasing Jadeveon Clowney. To be sure, there were some arguments in favor of the move, including the extra salary cap room that it created for the 2025 season and allowing two high draft picks more room to develop in the NFL.

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NFL News / Athlon Sports / May 28

'Starving' Commanders Signing Jadeveon Clowney Should Be 'No-Brainer'

The Washington Commanders are loaded in so many ways, having quickly built their Jayden Daniels-led roster into a true Super Bowl contender in just one season.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 27

Panthers Aimed To Avoid Jadeveon Clowney Blocking Younger OLBs’ Paths

The Panthers did not offer a strong response at outside linebacker after trading Brian Burns. Although other issues led to Carolina’s defense sinking to last place across the board, the team struggled to replace the pass rusher it traded after endless extension talks.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 23

Top Free Agent Landing Spots For Jadeveon Clowney

Carolina caught some people off guard when it released DE Jadeveon Clowney after the draft, but upon further reflection, it was a move that made a lot of sense.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 10

'You can mark my word': Jadeveon Clowney promises to play well in 2025

The Panthers explored a trade of Jadeveon Clowney before the draft, but nothing came about on that front. Given the team’s rookie additions, though, the possibility remained the veteran edge rusher would be let go after only one season in Carolina.

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Arizona Cardinals News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / May 10

Should Cardinals Sign Jadeveon Clowney?

The entire offseason for the Arizona Cardinals has been spent trying to improve a defense that overachieved last year, but still was not good enough. They’ve largely been successful doing that, including big free agent spendings on players like Josh Sweat and using premium draft picks on Walter Nolan and Will Johnson.

NFL News / Seattle Seahawks on SI / May 8

Seahawks should kick tires on Jadeveon Clowney reunion after surprise release

Former 2013 No. 1 overall pick Jadeveon Clowney has never lived up to his draft selection, but he has been a decent pass-rushing journeyman since being traded from the Houston Texans to the Seattle Seahawks before the 2019 season.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / May 9

Former No. 1 overall pick gets cut: Top landing spots

Top landing spots for former No. 1 overall pick

The Panthers released former No. 1 overall pick Jadeveon Clowney. Here are the best landing spots for the defender.

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NFL News / 49ers Webzone / May 8

Jadeveon Clowney Hits Free Agency: Should the San Francisco 49ers Make a Move?

Veteran pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney is once again a free agent after being released by the Carolina Panthers on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The move comes after just one season with the Panthers, during which the 32-year-old recorded 5.5 sacks.

Carolina Panthers News / Field Level Media / May 8

Reports: Panthers releasing pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney

The Carolina Panthers are releasing veteran pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney, multiple outlets reported Thursday. Clowney, the No. 1 pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, turned 32 in February and carries a $13.8 million cap hit in 2025.

Carolina Panthers News / Pro Football Rumors / May 8

Panthers release former first overall pick

His future in Carolina has been a talking point this offseason, with the team engaging in trade talks before the draft.

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Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 8

Panthers Releasing DE Jadeveon Clowney

According to Jordan Schultz, the Panthers are releasing veteran DE Jadeveon Clowney on Thursday. Releasing Clowney frees up $7,775,000 in cap space and creates $6,000,000 in dead money, per OverTheCap.

Carolina Panthers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / April 26

Panthers Discussed Trades Involving EDGE Jadeveon Clowney

Per David Newton of ESPN, the Panthers discussed trades involving EDGE Jadeveon Clowney prior to the draft. Newton adds that a trade is still a possibility, as GM Dan Morgan remains non-committal regarding Clowney’s future with the team.