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

Adam Silver hopes unexpected source will help NBA reduce Achilles injuries

Tyrese Haliburton was one of seven players to suffer an Achilles rupture this season.

Arch Manning's father shares influence of Super Bowl-winning uncles

Peyton and Eli Manning were both amid their NFL careers during Arch Manning's childhood. 

White Sox offer Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte support after incident with fan

The Chicago White Sox made a classy gesture toward Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte after a fan taunted him about his late mother in Tuesday's game at Rate Field in Chicago.

Will notable offseason change push Luka Doncic back into MVP conversation?

Los Angeles Lakers guard Luka Doncic has been paying more attention to what he eats this offseason.

Steelers should start considering QB options in 2026 NFL Draft after massive Aaron Rodgers update

The 2026 draft seems the perfect time for the Steelers to take their QB of the future.

Does presumptive No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg know he's entering potential mess with Mavericks?

Presumptive No. 1 2025 NBA Draft pick Cooper Flagg's camp seemingly thinks he'll reinvigorate the Mavericks immediately, but it could be in for a reality check.

Mariners' Cal Raleigh garnering unexpected MVP supporters amid incredible season

Raleigh is starting to garner MVP support from unlikely sources. 

Latest odds indicate polarizing prospect could slide during 2025 NBA Draft

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights guard, perhaps the most divisive prospect in the 2025 class, could be sliding down teams' boards before the first round of the NBA Draft on Wednesday at 8 p.m.

Latest national championship prediction raises lofty expectations for Arch Manning

College football analysts keep buying into the hype surrounding Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning.

Florida State QB's bold Nick Saban-Alabama comment adds more intrigue to Week 1 matchup

Florida State Seminoles quarterback Thomas Castellanos is already trashing the Alabama Crimson Tide before their Week 1 matchup on Aug. 30 at 3:30 p.m.

Why aren't more teams following the Thunder's championship blueprint?

More teams should look at the Oklahoma City Thunder and aim to emulate them.

Controversial ejections could be one of the more memorable moments from MCWS finals

A questionable ejection may have been the defining moment of Game 2 of the Men's College World Series finals between the LSU Tigers and Coastal Carolina Chanticleers. 

Shohei Ohtani's second start should give Dodgers more optimism

Los Angeles Dodgers designated hitter/pitcher Shohei Ohtani seems comfortable at the mound again.

Yankees' Jazz Chisholm Jr. reveals team watched this former star's speech to snap out of skid

After losing seven of their past nine games entering Sunday's home matchup against the Baltimore Orioles, the New York Yankees sought inspiration from one of the team's former stars to end the slide.

Where was Kevin Durant when he found out about Rockets trade?

The Phoenix Suns traded the star forward to the Rockets in a blockbuster deal on Sunday.

Did Rockets give up too much for Kevin Durant?

The Rockets traded guard Jalen Green, forward Dillon Brooks, the No. 10 pick in the 2025 NBA Draft and five second-round picks to the Phoenix Suns for Durant on Sunday.

How much did Commanders owner spend on rare Jayden Daniels trading card at Fanatics Fest? 

Washington Commanders owner Josh Harris has made another significant investment in second-year quarterback Jayden Daniels.

Five-time Grammy winner's curse may have struck Thunder in Game 6

Hold on, the Oklahoma City Thunder are going home after the Indiana Pacers throttled them in Game 6 of the NBA Finals on Thursday night.

Pacers' Pascal Siakam posterized fellow sidekick during Game 6

After he scored 40 points in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams was heaped with praise. Apparently, Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam took that personally.

Chief weakness for every AFC starting quarterback

No starting QB is perfect — even three-time Super Bowl champion Patrick Mahomes of the Kansas City Chiefs. Ahead of training camps opening in late July, Yardbarker NFL writers identify the chief weakness of every starting quarterback in the AFC.

NFL Draft intel: Could 'breathtaking' QB be SEC program's next No. 1 pick?

The Sooners are banking on QB John Mateer — a Washington State transfer — reinvigorating the program after it went 6-7 during the 2024 season. 

Arkansas' College World Series curse continues with heartbreaker vs. LSU

The Arkansas Razorbacks' College World Series curse struck them again on Wednesday night.

Yankees' Anthony Volpe should be under microscope after gaffe vs. Angels

Through his first 51 at-bats in June, he had a below-average .235 batting average. On Wednesday night against the Angels, he went 0-for-4 at the plate. 

Ravens star explains how newest signing gives secondary 'endless options'

On Wednesday, the Baltimore Ravens signed cornerback Jaire Alexander to a one-year, $4M deal. Baltimore corner Marlon Humphrey seems thrilled with the move.

Travis Kelce addresses report about offseason body transformation 

Earlier this month, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has lost roughly 25 pounds this offseason.