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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

Columnist believes backup QB Brett Rypien gives Broncos the best chance to win vs. Jets

Brett Rypien's lone career start was a victory against the Jets two years ago.

Broncos assistant living at team's facility because '(his) car hasn't started in a week'

Broncos offensive coordinator Justin Outten has a new home away from home, and that's not necessarily a good thing.  "My car hasn't started in a week," Outten said at a news conference on Thursday.

CeeDee Lamb on how Dak Prescott looks after five-week hiatus: 'He's back'

In two seasons, Lamb churned out big numbers with Prescott, becoming one of his favorite targets.

ESPN FPI ranks Raiders as No. 10 team in NFL despite 1-4 record

Although the Las Vegas Raiders are 1-4, ESPN's NFL Football Power Index ranks them as the NFL's 10th-best team.

Broncos HC Nathaniel Hackett mum on Russell Wilson's injured hamstring

It appears Hackett is in no rush to reveal who will start under center vs. the Jets Sunday.

'Rhythm and timing' are keys to Dak Prescott's return against the Lions

Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy detailed how reinvigorating their offense depends on Dak Prescott reestablishing a solid repertoire with wide receivers.

Cowboys can't underestimate Lions' high-scoring offense

The Detroit Lions, an offensive dynamo, come to Dallas this Sunday. Although the Cowboys are favored by seven, they shouldn't underestimate one of the NFL's best offenses.  Through five games, the Lions showed a strong bite.

Cowboys' Mike McCarthy: Dak Prescott medically cleared for full practice

If Prescott practices all week, demonstrating a solid rhythm, he will probably start on Sunday.

Russell Wilson claims injured hamstring is healing quickly thanks to 'Wolverine blood'

Russell Wilson compared himself to the superhero "Wolverine" because he too has a supernatural ability to heal.

Nathaniel Hackett tries to repair Melvin Gordon III situation after he received zero second-half carries on MNF

Nathaniel Hackett's first season as a head coach is already sinking, thanks to a 2-4 start. Upsetting key players like running back Melvin Gordon III plunges it even further.

Why Cowboys should trade for Steelers WR Chase Claypool

The Cowboys are 4-2, but their offense is stagnant, averaging 300.8 yards per game, well below the league average. One player who could jumpstart Dallas is Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool.  

Insider: Raiders' Clelin Ferrell, Johnathan Abram on trading block

Ferrell and Abram have both struggled to reach their full potential in Las Vegas, neither has made a Pro Bowl in four seasons.

Russell Wilson denies trouble in Broncos locker room: 'There is no division'

The Broncos are in a dark hole after a dreadful 2-4 start, and it doesn't look like there's a light at the end of the tunnel.

Watch: Russell Wilson abandons 'let's ride' catchphrase following 19-16 loss to Chargers

Wilson didn't end his press conference with his usual "let's ride" catchphrase as things continue to spiral in Denver.

'Like jazz and death metal': Denver columnist rips Broncos' QB-head coach pairing

Denver Post columnist Sean Keeler ripped the Broncos' offense following a disastrous showing against the Chargers on Monday night.

Watch: Broncos' Baron Browning intercepts pass and recovers fumble on same play

Thankfully for Browning, he recovered his fumble avoiding a blooper.

Watch: K.J. Hamler catches 47-yard deep ball from Russell Wilson

K.J. Hamler made an amazing 47-yard catch against the Chargers. Despite, a slight underthrow from Russell Wilson due to pressure, Hamler tracked the deep ball down hauling it in.

Watch: Russell Wilson tosses 39-yard touchdown to rookie TE Greg Dulcich

The touchdown is a career first for Dulcich, who is a third-round pick out of UCLA.

Mike McCarthy believes Dak Prescott will be medically cleared to practice this week

Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy believes starting quarterback Dak Prescott will be medically cleared to practice this week, which means he's could start against the Lions this Sunday.

Should the Raiders trade disappointing Clelin Ferrell?

Ferrell, a first-round draft pick in 2019, isn't tapping in to his full potential.

Report: Broncos expected to activate All-Pro S Justin Simmons vs. Chargers

Justin Simmons suffered a thigh injury after a Week 1 loss in Seattle.

Dak Prescott expects to return Sunday against Lions

Prescott is hopeful he will be able to take the field Sunday.

Getting a read on Eagles offense going to be a change-up for Cowboys

The Eagles don't run a prototypical pro offense, instead relying on concepts from the college game, such as the read option.