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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

Who crashed Pete Carroll's introductory news conference with the Raiders?

New Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll had an unexpected visitor during his introductory news conference on Monday.

Jerry Jones' comments regarding new Cowboys HC may not inspire confidence

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones probably realizes hiring someone without any head-coaching experience could be an ill-advised gamble.

Does QB Jalen Hurts deserve more credit for Eagles' Super Bowl run?

Running back Saquon Barkley is clearly the Philadelphia Eagles' MVP, but is Barkley's brilliance causing Hurts' contributions to be overlooked?

Coach discusses controversial calls in AFC Championship Game

The officiating of Chiefs games continues to be under a microscope amid growing sentiment that the team gets favorable treatment from referees, and that was again the case in the AFC Championship Game.

Watch: Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes' fumble snaps historic streak

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes had played mistake-free until a costly fumble late in the first quarter of the AFC Championship game on Sunday.

Watch: Eagles WR A.J. Brown, Commanders CB Marshon Lattimore get into scuffle

Tempers flared late in the second quarter of Sunday's NFC Championship Game between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders. 

Watch: Commanders surprise Eagles with fake punt

While the risk-taking may make some Washington fans cringe, it's one key reason the team has pulled off an incredible turnaround in HC Dan Quinn's first season with the club.

Aaron Rodgers staying with Jets in 2025 suddenly seems more likely

Perhaps the New York Jets and quarterback Aaron Rodgers aren't headed for a messy split.

Russell Wilson-Raiders rumors gain more traction with latest report

The Raiders desperately need an offensive signal-caller. This season, they started QBs Gardner Minshew, Aidan O'Connell and Desmond Ridder, who posted a collective 80.4 passer rating, below the league average. 

Michael Irvin rips Cowboys for hiring Brian Schottenheimer as HC

Like many Dallas Cowboys fans, Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Irvin doesn't approve of the team's head-coaching hire.

What's one secret behind Jayden Daniels' success with Commanders?

Washington Commanders rookie Jayden Daniels proves young quarterbacks shouldn't be in a rush to leave college and enter the NFL.

NFL Draft intel: Will the Titans pass on a QB with No. 1 pick?

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled for April 24-26 in Green Bay. 

Watch: Avalanche's Nathan MacKinnon continues to bolster MVP case

Nathan MacKinnon is in a tight race for the Hart Trophy (MVP), but the Colorado Avalanche center likely added another bullet point to his strong résumé on Wednesday night. 

UConn's Paige Bueckers leads offensive clinic vs. Villanova

Despite reaching a notable milestone recently, Connecticut Huskies guard Paige Bueckers doesn't seem ready to kick back.

No. 7 Houston flexes its defensive muscles in blowout vs. Utah

The Houston Cougars' stingy defense was at full power on Wednesday night against the Utah Utes.

Patrick Mahomes insists Chiefs don't get special treatment from referees

Patrick Mahomes insists referees don't play favorites. 

Heat should end Jimmy Butler drama after his second suspension

Could small forward Jimmy Butler's latest suspension be a tipping point for the Miami Heat? 

When will NFL MVP, other player awards be announced — and who are top candidates?

The winners for six player awards, including NFL MVP, will be announced at the NFL Honors, which will air on Feb. 6.

Is Commanders rookie QB Jayden Daniels deserving of the 'generational' tag?

The generational tag can often be overused, but Daniels may deserve it. 

Executive names unexpected trade destination for Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill

Would the Dolphins consider trading wide receiver Tyreek Hill to an AFC East rival?

Reporter explains why Raiders minority owner Tom Brady couldn't lure Ben Johnson

Even with new minority owner Tom Brady in the picture, the Las Vegas Raiders are still an unattractive destination for head-coaching candidates.

Evaluating Will Howard's draft stock after winning CFP national championship

Quarterback Will Howard's draft stock should be pointing up after leading Ohio State to its first national title in a decade.

Watch: Ravens QB Lamar Jackson commits second turnover vs. Bills

Was Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson feeling pressure from his past playoff failures in Sunday's road divisional-round game against the Buffalo Bills?

Watch: Eagles RB Saquon Barkley ices game with 78-yard TD run vs. Rams

A snowstorm couldn't stop Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley from making a house call in Sunday's divisional-round matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.

Watch: Eagles make snow angels after Rams blow key opportunity

Just when it seemed the Los Angeles Rams were about to gain momentum in Sunday's divisional-round matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles, it slipped through their fingers.