Seahawks' Possible Reunion With Jadeveon Clowney Not Dead Yet

The narrative surrounding the Seattle Seahawks pursuit of free agent Jadeveon Clowney has fluctuated across the last couple of days.

First, Clowney's previously ridiculous price tag dropped from north of $20 million to the $17-18 million range. That update suggested that the Seahawks could be motivated to make a move for the former No. 1 overall pick. Then, Seattle signed defensive end Benson Mayowa, which indicated that the franchise shouldn't even bother adhering to Clowney's demands.

Now, however, NFL insider Josina Anderson is reporting that the potential reunion isn't dead in the water just yet.

My understanding is, from Seattle's perspective, Jadeveon Clowney doesn't seem quite ready to make a decision but need to continue conducting business; thus deal to sign DE Benson Mayowa. I'm told move cd adjust budget for possible Clowney return. Team still thinks highly of him.
— ig: josinaanderson (@JosinaAnderson) April 2, 2020

The Seahawks have $14.6 million cap space to work with, so signing Clowney is very much a possibility, even though any contract for him would likely cripple the organization's current flexibility.

It's looking like Seattle isn't putting all of their eggs in Clowney's basket. General manager John Schneider will continue to keep tabs on the three-time Pro Bowler's market. If he remains unsigned, his price tag will continue to drop. Then, and only then, will the Seahawks pull the trigger.

As we continue to watch the market for Jadeveon Clowney, I am told by several sources the asking price has been moved off that $20mil+ number and it’s closer to $17-18mil. This could spark more interest. Also told Titans and Seahawks are still “interested”
— Dianna Russini (@diannaESPN) April 1, 2020

That blueprint makes the most sense for Seattle. After all, the team just signed a player in Mayowa who is fresh off a career year with the Oakland Raiders in which he posted seven sacks, 10 quarterback hits, and three forced fumbles.

Seahawks fans are definitely wishing to have Clowney back in 2020, but they shouldn't let their fandom of the player blind them from the betterment of the franchise.