The Green Bay Packers find themselves in a bit of a bind after trading Rashan Gary to the Dallas Cowboys for a 2027 fourth-round pick. With Gary now in Dallas, the Packers are on the hunt for an edge rusher to fill the void.
Enter Jadeveon Clowney, a seasoned veteran still available in free agency. The question on many fans' minds is whether Green Bay will make a move to bring Clowney onto their roster.
Wes Hodkiewicz, a team insider, recently addressed this topic in his mailbag, though he took an interesting detour. Instead of directly tackling the potential Clowney signing, he pondered the Cowboys' decision to trade for Gary when they could have simply re-signed Clowney. While Gary is undoubtedly an upgrade in terms of youth and potential, Hodkiewicz found it puzzling that Dallas let Clowney walk after he surpassed expectations.
Reflecting on Clowney’s 12th NFL season, his first with the Cowboys, it’s clear he still has plenty left in the tank. Despite the overall struggles of Dallas' defense, Clowney delivered a solid performance with 41 combined tackles, 8.5 sacks, a forced fumble, and two fumble recoveries across 13 games, including six starts. These numbers underscore his value as a reliable veteran presence on the defensive line.
For a team like the Packers, who are eyeing playoff contention, Clowney could be a savvy addition, providing depth and experience. Yet, as of now, he remains a free agent, leaving fans to speculate on whether Green Bay will make their move.