Cowboys DE Jadeveon Clowney Arrested for Misdemeanor Trespassing in South Carolina

Jadeveon Clowney, recently signed by the Dallas Cowboys, was arrested in his hometown of Rock Hill, South Carolina, on misdemeanor charges of trespassing and failure to identify after parking in a closed lot despite being told not to. The arrest occurred shortly before his signing with the Cowboys and is not expected to affect his participation in the team's upcoming game against the Chicago Bears. Clowney, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2014 NFL Draft, has played for multiple teams during his 11-year career and is anticipated to add rotational value to the Cowboys' defense. Despite the legal issues, both the Cowboys' coaching staff and owner have expressed confidence that Clowney will contribute on the field. This incident marks a minor legal complication amid Clowney's efforts to revitalize his career with Dallas after his release from the Carolina Panthers earlier in 2025.