I wouldn't worry about Watt. I think he is set for some long-term success and deserves to be paid as one of the best players in the league even if one day he becomes the 2nd best player on the defense.
Clowney reminds me a little of Jevon Kearse (although Clowney can lay a far better hit). When Kearse was at his athletic peak, he was devastating. Clowney is showing early success because his first step and his instincts are amazing. Hopefully he'll continue to develop beyond what Kearse did in his career.
To think that the rest of the decade could include both Watt and Clowney on this defense is pretty encouraging. Those are two cornerstones that could keep the defense at a high level for many, many years.
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