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Clark Dalton

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Dalton is a 2022 journalism graduate of the University of Texas at Austin. He gained experience in sports media over the past seven years — from live broadcasting and creating short films to podcasting and producing. In college, he wrote for The Daily Texan. He loves sports and enjoys hiking, kayaking and camping.

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AFC West under-the-radar rookies

With training camp and preseason underway, unheralded rookies will make strong impressions and climb depth charts. Here are four under-the-radar rookies to watch in the AFC West.

Chargers HC raves about QB Justin Herbert's camp performance under new OC

The Chargers adding offensive coordinator Kellen Moore could pay dividends for quarterback Justin Herbert. 

Panthers LB compares rookie Bryce Young to star QB

Panthers linebacker Shaq Thompson believes rookie quarterback Bryce Young can have the same effect on the downtrodden franchise as one of the game's biggest stars.

HC Sean Payton provides huge injury update on Broncos RB

During a Thursday news conference, Denver head coach Sean Payton confirmed Javonte Williams — who suffered a season-ending ACL/LCL tear in early in the 2022 season — has been cleared for contact and will play in the preseason.

NFL executives, coaches still believe Jets' Aaron Rodgers is a top-10 QB

NFL insiders still believe Aaron Rodgers is an elite quarterback who could help the New York Jets vie for an AFC East title.

Reporter believes 49ers aren't worried about Brock Purdy's camp performance

The performance of quarterback Brock Purdy has wavered since the 49ers opened training camp. Nonetheless, the organization doesn't view it as a red flag.

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins acknowledges he's entering make-or-break year

Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins will fight to keep his NFL dream alive this season, even though he's possibly facing the end of the road in Minnesota.

Buccaneers OC signals Kyle Trask is catching up to Baker Mayfield in QB competition

Baker Mayfield might be losing momentum in Tampa Bay's quarterback competition.

Hall of Fame QB gave Packers' Jordan Love 'gems' at training camp

To replace former Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers, a future Hall of Famer, Jordan Love sought advice from a HOF QB: Peyton Manning.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin reveals one game he wants to watch this season

The beef between Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton and New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has Pittsburgh Steelers HC Mike Tomlin licking his chops.

AFC West backup quarterback panic meter

On a scale of one to five, with one being the highest level of panic, here's where AFC West teams stand at backup QB.

League insider believes Aaron Rodgers could have Tom Brady-like effect in New York

Will Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers have a Tom Brady-like impact in New York?  

CeeDee Lamb explains how offensive change will help Dak Prescott

Lamb revealed steps taken by the Cowboys this offseason in an attempt to empower Prescott and help him bounce back from a season marred by interceptions.

Some NFL executives, coaches still have doubts about 49ers QB

Despite an excellent rookie season, some around the NFL aren't buying stock in 2022 rookie sensation Brock Purdy. 

Watch: Cowboys 5-foot-5 rookie RB flies past defense during training camp

Cowboys rookie Deuce Vaughn might be the latest pocket-sized running back who packs an enormous offensive punch. This week, a video of the 5-foot-5, 176-pound RB bursting through the line of scrimmage into the open field at Dallas' training camp went viral.  Vaughn was an excellent player in three seasons at Kansas State.

Russell Wilson addresses moving on from disappointing season

Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson made it clear he put a disastrous 2022 in the rearview mirror. "Last year is last year. It isn't anything I ever wanted," Wilson said in a Friday news conference.

Watch: Falcons rookie RB makes remarkable catch

An exceptional catch by Falcons running back Bijan Robinson proves he's not an ordinary rookie.

USC QB ranked as a better prospect than Joe Burrow, Trevor Lawrence

The hype for USC quarterback Caleb Williams, the presumptive No. 1 pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, has reached a fever pitch.

Watch: Dak Prescott's interception problem persists during Cowboys training camp

Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott has been intercepted twice over the first two days of training camp.

Sizzling AFC West training-camp position battles

Examining the hottest position battles in the AFC West.

49ers HC compares Sam Darnold to Hall of Fame QB

Kyle Shanahan's latest statement about 49ers backup quarterback Sam Darnold should raise eyebrows. After all, he invoked the name of a franchise legend as a comparison for Darnold's career thus far.

Patriots executive confirms interest in four-time Pro Bowler

After wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins signed with the Titans instead of the Patriots, will New England shift its focus to adding another big-name free agent?

Panthers HC provides major Bryce Young update

The Panthers coach made a clear an emphatic statement on the state of the team's quarterback situation.

Former GM suggests Raiders HC wants to move on from Pro Bowl RB

Running back Josh Jacobs reportedly left Las Vegas on Monday, and he has yet to report to training camp. However, are the Raiders and head coach Josh McDaniels pushing the Pro Bowler away?