Before the Houston Texans selected him with the first overall pick in 2014, one image stood out when you heard Jadeveon Clowney's name: a flying helmet.
It belonged to Michigan running back Vincent Smith. As it floated through the air during the 2013 Outback Bowl, a transformation took place. Overnight, Clowney turned into a fierce monster who can devour running backs and quarterbacks at will, all before palming the ball as though it was a tiny figurine.
After the vicious hit, Clowney’s draft stock skyrocketed. Suddenly he was a generational talent set to storm the league.