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Ranking the top 25 NFL free agents this offseason

By Ian Wharton

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10. Jadeveon Clowney, DE, Houston Texans

HOUSTON, TX – DECEMBER 30: Houston Texans outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) rushes in during the football game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans on December 30, 2018 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Daniel Dunn/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)
HOUSTON, TX – DECEMBER 30: Houston Texans outside linebacker Jadeveon Clowney (90) rushes in during the football game between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Houston Texans on December 30, 2018 at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Daniel Dunn/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

While Jadeveon Clowney isn’t a future Hall of Famer, he’s still a terrific presence as an edge defender. The 26-year-old is entering his prime with 29 career sacks and has proven to be an elite run defender. His arrow is still pointing upwards.

Clowney’s more well-rounded than others higher on this list but doesn’t quite have the explosive speed as a pass rusher. Houston cannot afford to lose him. Expect the Texans to use the franchise tag.

Projected deal: One year, $17.3 million (franchise tag) or five years, $90 million

Best fits: Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Cleveland Browns, Green Bay Packers, San Francisco 49ers, Oakland Raiders, New York Jets, Detroit Lions

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