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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

Seahawks WR Tyler Lockett plans to give Russell Wilson a hug in Week 1

Adjusting to life without each other will be difficult, especially for Wilson, who will play in Seattle as an opponent for the first time.

Former Saints HC Sean Payton: Cowboys will beat Bucs in Week 1

Sean Payton has frequently been linked to the Cowboys' head coaching position.

Shut out last season, Broncos WR Jerry Jeudy could be team's X-factor

Jeudy was drafted with the 15th overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, ahead of CeeDee Lamb (Dallas, No, 17) and Justin Jefferson (Minnesota, No. 22).

Could Tony Pollard replace Ezekiel Elliott as Cowboys' lead RB?

This could be the season Pollard, who's faster and younger than Elliott, gets more carries than his three-time Pro Bowl teammate.

Cowboys DE Demarcus Lawerence embracing underdog mentality in Week 1

Cowboys defensive end Demarcus Lawerence exhibited confidence, even though Dallas is a 1.5-point underdog in their season opener this Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

New Cowboys OT Jason Peters takes Tyler Smith under his wing

Left tackle Jason Peters will add depth to the Cowboys offensive line, and mentor their first-round draft pick Tyler Smith. 

NFL execs rank Broncos 7th in AFC

The surveyed execs had some questions about the Broncos.

Prediction: Cowboys will lose opener, but still win 12 games

The Cowboys had a rocky offseason, but Sports Illustrated’s Conor Orr predicts they are going to be just fine. He expects Dallas to win 12 games, make the playoffs and earn the NFC’s No.

Analyst: Denver's Javonte Williams will lead NFL in rushing

While Melvin Gordon is still around, it appears Williams is the clear-cut No. 1 in Denver's backfield.

Russell Wilson after extension: 'This team is really special'

Wilson talked about his new team after inking a five-year extension.

Dak Prescott looking to silence doubts about Cowboys offense

Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott surprised critics when he won NFL offensive rookie of the year as an unheralded fourth-round draft pick in 2016.

After Russell Wilson's extension, Denver's Justin Simmons wants 'very expensive' dinner

On Thursday, Denver quarterback Russell Wilson agreed to a five-year extension for $245 million. At least one teammate is looking to be treated to a nice dinner.

Why Cowboys TE Dalton Schultz could be a fantasy star

According to Pro Football Focus, Schultz was fifth in average points-per-reception last season.

Best division ever? Let's tap brakes on Peter King's bold AFC West claim

This year’s AFC West could be great, but it has much to prove before it's called the best division ever.

Denver's Russell Wilson, Courtland Sutton tabbed as good fantasy values

All fantasy football owners look for good value picks and a pair of such players could be found on the Broncos.

Analytics expert: Cowboys won't win more than nine games

A national sports analytics writer doesn't expect the Cowboys to win more than nine games this season. Dallas won 12 games and the NFC East division crown last year.  Neil Greenberg of the Washington Post introduced bets that could provide good value--one was betting the under (9 or 9 1/2 wins) on the Cowboys.

Adding Russell Wilson gives Denver Broncos early power rankings boost

The Broncos have languished in the various NFL power rankings by media in recent years, but the acquisition of Pro Bowl quarterback Russell Wilson has changed how the team is viewed.

NBC Sports fantasy analyst: Denver's Javonte Williams in 'top-five running back conversation'

According to ESPN’s Field Yates, Williams led the league in broken tackles last season. He finished third among rookies in total rushing yards with 903.

'Burn in our minds': Jerry Jones wants Cowboys to use playoff loss as motivation

After going 12-5 in the regular season, the Cowboys’ Super Bowl hopes were crushed in a 23-17 loss against the San Francisco 49ers in a wild-card game at home.

Jerry Jones: 'We go as Zeke goes.' But can Cowboys count on RB Ezekiel Elliott?

Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott did not make ESPN’s top 100 players list or the NFL’s Top 100, voted on by players. This begs the question: Should the Cowboys be concerned about Elliott, who's in his seventh NFL season?  Cowboys owner Jerry Jones remains confident in the running back.

Why Denver's Courtland Sutton could have huge season

Courtland Sutton has played with five different quarterbacks since he was drafted by Denver in 2018.

Watch: 'Fired-up' Peyton Manning goes skydiving for first time

In a post on his Instagram over the weekend, the 46-year-old former Colts and Broncos star seemed to have butterfles as he took up the high-flying activity for the first time.

Laser-focused Russell Wilson's Week 1 game vs. Seahawks could be tense

Wilson played 10 years in Seattle, winning a Super Bowl and making nine Pro Bowl appearances.

Cowboys' Micah Parsons named top-5 defender on NFL's Top 100 list

Parsons was the highest-ranked rookie and the fourth youngest player. He turned 23 in May.

Broncos Jerry Jeudy entering make-or-break year in 2022

The Broncos selected Jeudy with the 15th pick in the 2020 NFL Draft before fellow pass catchers CeeDee Lamb and Justin Jefferson.