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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.

EXPERTISE:

NFL, AFC West, Dallas Cowboys, Men and Women’s College Basketball, MLB, NBA and Sports Media

Nate Hobbs' return to Raiders can delay Chargers' Keenan Allen's barbecue chicken dinner

If one Raider can make the five-time Pro Bowl wideout eat crow, it's Hobbs.

Cowboys' Trevon Diggs makes strong claim for league's best CB

Trevon Diggs feels like he's the best cornerback in the league. His play just may back up his claim.

Broncos' offensive scheme explains problems

The Broncos have been brutal on offense in 2022 despite swinging a big trade for Russell Wilson. Is it because the former Seahawks star wasn't the player Denver was targeting under center?

Chris Long makes NFL Defensive Player of The Year case for Raiders DE Maxx Crosby

Chris Long, son of former Raiders star Howie, believes Maxx Crosby can win NFL Defensive Player of the Year despite the Raiders' defense, which ranks 27th in total yards allowed. 

Broncos WR KJ Hamler suffers possible season-ending setback

Although he won't save Denver (3-8), it's disappointing because Hamler flashed big-play potential throughout the season. He averaged 23.6 yards per reception in seven games, which led the Broncos.

Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb proves HOFer Michael Irvin wrong

Lamb has stepped up following the departure of Amari Cooper.

Derek Carr exchanges pleasantries with Seattle heckler

Following a 40-34 overtime victory over the Seahawks (6-5) on Sunday, Raiders quarterback Derek Carr thanked a Seattle fan who held a sign that read, "3-7 not bad for a team with no talent." 

Mile High problems: Broncos' issues extend beyond HC Nathaniel Hackett

The Broncos need to accept that they're not in for a quick fix but a reconstruction that could take years to build, requiring more than a coaching change. 

Cowboys' Micah Parsons deservingly named ESPN's best player under 25

Micah Parsons is becoming a league cornerstone.

Lack of interceptions doesn't diminish Trevon Diggs' growth

Last season, Trevon Diggs was a "boom-or-bust" player. Sure, he racked up interceptions for a league-high 11 picks, but he also allowed "big plays" for a disappointing Cowboys passing defense. Diggs polished his game, and the Cowboys pass defense is No.1 in yards allowed. 

Raiders' 'rock' appears to be sprouting at the right time

The Raiders remain the AFC West's second-best team in ESPN's Football Power Index. If they can capitalize off the momentum, slowly tending to 'the rock' might just pay off.

Russell Wilson proves the 'QB away from a championship' premise is a fallacy

The Broncos fell victim to a classic trope during the offseason and now find themselves in an incredibly difficult position. 

Tony Pollard and Ezekiel Elliott avoiding running back controversy

The Cowboys have been able to use their two capable running backs to compliment each other rather have them fight for top billing. 

Rule quirk caused fans to miss Josh Jacobs' game-winning run

Twitter saved the day for viewers who nearly missed Raiders running back Josh Jacobs walk-off 86-yard touchdown run in a 40-34 overtime victory over the Seahawks on Sunday.

Who is to blame for the disaster in Denver?

Every big move the Broncos have made over the past calendar year appears to have backfired. At 3-8, Denver may be in for a long and painful road ahead.

Watch: Raiders' Josh Jacobs seals the deal in OT with 86-yard TD run

It's fitting Jacobs delivered the knockout punch because he was a statistical monster.

Watch: Derek Carr's 36-yard flea-flicker touchdown to Raiders' WR Mack Hollins

The Raiders used a flea flicker to trick the Seahawks defense. They galloped past it for a huge touchdown, which could change the game's tide.

Watch: Broncos defensive lineman shouts at Russell Wilson in 23-10 loss against Panthers

After a heated interaction between defensive tackle Mike Purcell and Russell Wilson, the Broncos reached a boiling point in a losing effort against the Panthers.

Maxx Crosby the lone Raider putting together an NFL Defensive Player of The Year campaign

Per Oddschecker, defensive end Maxx Crosby has the fifth-best NFL Defensive Player of The Year odds. An impressive feat, considering he's on a defense that's ranked 27th in total yards allowed.  

Is Broncos WR Kendall Hinton quietly becoming strong option in passing game?

Kendall Hinton wrote an unusual story in his first two seasons, but he could prove he's more than an amusing anecdote if he becomes a reliable option in Denver's passing game. 

Dak Prescott, Cowboys reveal offensive weapon: Whac-A-Mole-playing tight ends

Before the Cowboys' tight ends celebrated a touchdown in the red Salvation Army kettle, playing Whac-A-Mole during a 28-20 victory over the New York Giants, they asked Dak Prescott if he approved.

Cowboys celebrate 32nd Turkey Day triumph by feasting on Giants

The win represents a pivotal point for the Cowboys (8-3) because the Giants (7-4) nipped at their heels in the NFC East standings. Sweeping the Giants in the divisional series separates them, improving their strong playoff chances. 

Watch: Cowboys rookie TE Jake Ferguson hurdles defender

Jake Ferguson, a rookie tight end out of Wisconsin, soared on Thanksgiving, hurdling over a Giants defender for a critical 30-yard gain.