The Baltimore Ravens have made a big move to bolster their pass rush, signing former Houston Texans and Seattle Seahawks defensive end Jadeveon Clowney. The three-time Pro Bowler has been one of the most feared pass rushers in the NFL since entering the league in 2014, and his addition to the Ravens’ defense could be a game-changer.
Clowney has recorded 32.5 sacks and forced nine fumbles in his six-year career. He is coming off a 2019 season in which he had three sacks and four forced fumbles in 13 games with the Seahawks. He also had a career-high nine sacks in 2017 with the Texans.
The Ravens are hoping that Clowney can help them take the next step defensively. They were already one of the best defenses in the NFL last season, ranking third in total defense and second in scoring defense. But their pass rush was lacking, as they finished with just 37 sacks, which was tied for 22nd in the league.
Clowney’s presence should help the Ravens get to the quarterback more often. He is an elite edge rusher who can get to the quarterback in a variety of ways. He has a great combination of speed, power, and technique that allows him to beat blockers and make plays in the backfield.
The signing of Clowney is a great move for the Ravens, as it will give them a much-needed boost to their pass rush. His presence should make them even more dangerous defensively, and it could be the difference between them making a deep playoff run or not. It will be interesting to see how Clowney fits into the Ravens’ defense and how much of an impact he can make.
