Jadeveon Clowney’s Cowboys Visit Ends in Disappointment, No Deal in Sight
The Dallas Cowboys have been looking for help on the edge ever since trading Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers, and they tried to address that by bringing in veteran defensive end Jadeveon Clowney for a visit on Wednesday.
Clowney worked out for the team, but he left Dallas without receiving a contract, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Media.
That isn’t entirely abnormal for a free agent to do, although some players do get a contract lined up with a team on the day that they visit. However, Clowney may not be coming back to Dallas as a Cowboy at all. The Cowboys are reportedly not expected to sign Clowney after this visit, according to Clarence Hill Jr. of DLLS Sports.
“Early word from inside the star is the Cowboys are ‘probably not going to’ sign Jadeveon Clowney,” Hill wrote on X, formerly Twitter.
The Cowboys have a deep edge room, but they currently lack a true difference maker at the position after offloading Parsons for Kenny Clark and a pair of first-round picks at the end of a long contract standoff that resulted in a hold-in from the star pass rusher during training camp. Dante Fowler Jr., James Houston, Sam Williams, Marshawn Kneeland and rookie Donovan Ezeiruaku are now expected to get a majority of the snaps at defensive end with Parsons gone.
Despite those quality players, the Cowboys defensive line was unable to contain Jalen Hurts in Week 1, as the Philadelphia Eagles quarterback repeatedly hurt the Cowboys defense with his scrambling. However, the Dallas defensive line did do an impressive job stopping the run, which was something that Jerry Jones highlighted as a point of emphasis coming out of the Parsons trade.
Clowney was seen as a potential fit in Dallas due to his run-stopping specialty. While his pass-rushing production never lived up to the billing for a No. 1 overall pick, Clowney was an elite run-stopper for a number of teams during his career and still can be that for a team this season. Now, it looks like that team will not be the Cowboys.
Dallas is 0-1 after its 24-20 loss to the Eagles on opening night and will look to get into the win column on Sunday against the New York Giants in another NFC East tilt.
Lions Owners Spark Debate With New Rainbow Section at Ford Field
The Detroit Lions have announced a groundbreaking change at Ford Field, unveiling a brand-new “Rainbow Section” with seven-colored seating dedicated to LGBT fans.
Team ownership said the decision came after months of discussion and careful consideration about inclusivity and fan safety.
Lions owner Sheila Ford Hamp explained the meaning of the initiative in an official statement: “We have thought very carefully before making this decision. The Rainbow Section is not about separation, but about creating a safe and comfortable space where every LGBT fan can cheer for the Lions without fear of judgment.”
On the surface, the move appears to align with the NFL’s broader push for diversity and inclusion, echoing similar campaigns during Pride Month.
The Rainbow Section will be located in the lower bowl, offering fans a clear view of the field while standing as a visible symbol of Detroit’s support for equality.
However, while advocacy groups applauded the announcement, fan reactions have been more divided.
Supporters see it as a progressive step, praising the team for recognizing that many LGBT fans still feel uncomfortable in traditional seating areas.
But skepticism also emerged. Some fans argue the move is simply a polite way of reducing conflicts, suggesting it was designed less out of pure inclusivity and more to prevent arguments and disputes between LGBT fans and the broader crowd.
Social media quickly filled with comments questioning whether the Lions are truly promoting unity — or quietly endorsing separation.
Still, the organization insists the gesture represents a genuine commitment to its community.
Team representatives noted that the section would include additional safety measures, designated staff support, and pre-game events aimed at fostering belonging and celebration.
Whether this decision will be remembered as a bold leap for inclusion or a controversial compromise remains to be seen.
But one thing is certain: the Lions have placed Detroit at the center of the NFL’s ongoing conversation about diversity, fandom, and the game-day experience.
