According to multiple sources, the New Orleans Saints are pushing hard to sign free agent defensive end Jadeveon Clowney.
The former Houston Texan and Seattle Seahawk has been in the league for six seasons and has 32 sacks, 71 tackles for loss, 80 quarterback hits, eight forced fumbles, eight fumble recoveries, one interception and four combined return touchdowns.
In order for New Orleans to sign Clowney, they will need current players to restructure contracts to make room for the 2014 No. 1 pick. The Saints have less than $7 million dollars in salary cap space, according to the NFLPA.
Clowney reportedly turned down a $17 million per year deal with the Miami Dolphins after entering into free agency this season.
“I just want to win,” Clowney said after the Seahawks’ playoff loss in January. “I’m trying to get to the Super Bowl by any means. That’s what I’m looking for: Who’s going to get me there?
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Tracey Jagneaux
Sports Editor