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Clark Dalton

Contributor

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

Cowboys' Dak Prescott needs bounce-back season more than any other QB

Quarterback Dak Prescott has indicated he plans to lead the Dallas Cowboys on a deep playoff run this season. He'd better. It's easy to argue no QB needs a postseason run more than the Cowboys star.

New survey shows how Bengals are wasting QB Joe Burrow's prime

The Cincinnati Bengals have one of the league's best quarterbacks in Joe Burrow. Now, can they give him a defense that consistently gets stops?

Should Broncos be worried about Bo Nix's early preseason struggles?

Denver Broncos second-year quarterback Bo Nix didn't look like the player who shattered expectations as a rookie in his 2025 preseason debut.

Aaron Boone's ejection vs. Astros isn't a good look for manager's future

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone may be feeling the heat. 

Dolphins' underwhelming preseason opener will fail to stop Tyreek Hill rumors

The Miami Dolphins reportedly don't want to trade Hill, but the star wide receiver might have other ideas after the team's shaky preseason opener.

Jaguars' plans for Travis Hunter remain unclear after preseason debut

Doubts persist about Travis Hunter's ability to play cornerback/wide receiver extensively in the NFL. 

Is Browns QB Shedeur Sanders climbing depth chart after solid preseason debut?

Sanders impressed in his preseason debut. Was that enough to help him climb the depth chart?

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott makes big proclamation he probably can't keep

Quarterback Dak Prescott seems optimistic about the 2025 Dallas Cowboys. Perhaps he's a little too optimistic.

Rams HC Sean McVay discusses potential timeline for star's return

On Thursday, Rams head coach Sean McVay revealed a potential timeline for the QB's return.

Titans rookie QB Cam Ward threw ball into skirmish with Buccaneers

A training-camp skirmish on Thursday became target practice for Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Cam Ward.

One major training-camp surprise for every NFL team as preseason begins

While teams continue to shape rosters, Yardbarker NFL writers identify the major surprises — good or bad — for each team during training camp.

Way-too-early NFL Draft intel: Does Penn State have Saquon Barkley 2.0?

Each week, Yardbarker is monitoring the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. 

Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence opens up about team's plans for Travis Hunter

The Jacksonville Jaguars are letting Travis Hunter continue to play cornerback/wide receiver, but quarterback Trevor Lawrence wouldn't mind throwing him more passes. 

Broncos' Bo Nix speaks on meeting with future Hall of Famer

Denver Broncos second-year quarterback Bo Nix learned invaluable lessons from a future Hall of Famer this offseason. 

Steelers should think twice about critical preseason decision 

Using this player in the preseason could be far too risky for the Pittsburgh Steelers. 

Travis Kelce's attitude about Super Bowl LIX loss won't help Chiefs return to the big game

How does a team move on from a crushing Super Bowl loss? 

Patriots stars react to HC Mike Vrabel getting bloodied while breaking up camp fight

Vrabel jumped in to help stop the fight, and his face was bloodied.

Raiders HC Pete Carroll discusses return to Seattle in first preseason game

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll is returning to the stadium he once called home.

Matthew Stafford news still doesn't erase concerns regarding his durability 

Los Angeles Rams fans should still be worried about quarterback Matthew Stafford's lingering back issue.

Is it time to tap brakes on lofty expectations for Broncos?

HC Sean Payton has reportedly said the Broncos could be his seventh team that can win a Super Bowl.

Which key area did Bo Nix best Patrick Mahomes during predraft process?

Broncos head coach Sean Payton is sure that QB Bo Nix will be a star.

Jaguars HC believes Travis Hunter could do something historic in 2025 

Wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter won the 2024 Heisman Trophy. Will the Jacksonville Jaguars rookie earn more hardware in 2025?

New preseason poll increases pressure on Texas QB Arch Manning

Expectations were already high enough for Manning heading into the 2025 season.

Cowboys' Jerry Jones seems poised for long standoff with Micah Parsons

Parsons, set to play on the fifth-year option of his rookie contract, has requested a trade. Jones' latest comment suggests they won't reach an agreement soon.

Sean Payton's take about Broncos' Super Bowl chances should raise eyebrows

The Denver Broncos haven't won a playoff game since Super Bowl 50. Head coach Sean Payton expects that to change in 2025.