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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.

EXPERTISE:

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

Watch: Eagles RB Saquon Barkley scores 62-yard TD vs. Rams

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley continues to cement himself as a playoff performer.

Watch: Eagles QB Jalen Hurts runs for 44-yard TD vs. Rams

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is the engine that drives the team's rushing attack, but quarterback Jalen Hurts also has wheels.

10 players in CFP national title game who will play in NFL in 2025

Here are 10 prospects from the national championship game who will play in the NFL in 2025.

Commanders-Lions takeaways: Are Jayden Daniels and Co. a powerhouse?

In the divisional round on Saturday, the Washington Commanders stunned the No. 1 seed Detroit Lions 45-31. Here are three takeaways.

Watch: Commanders QB Jayden Daniels displays elite touch on 38-yard pass

Throughout the season, Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels has displayed skill and maturity well beyond his years. 

Watch: Lions TE Sam LaPorta makes absurd one-handed TD catch vs. Commanders

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff should thank second-year tight end Sam LaPorta for bailing him out on a key play in Saturday's divisional-round matchup against the Washington Commanders.

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian's 'significant raise' should shut down NFL rumors

NFL teams should stop pursuing Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian after he secured a massive payday on Saturday. 

How much money did Quinn Ewers decline to enter NFL Draft?

Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers must believe he'll shatter expectations in the NFL after reportedly declining a lucrative NIL offer from another school.

Deion Sanders-Cowboys rumors gain more steam with bombshell report

The Dallas Cowboys hiring Deion Sanders as their next head coach no longer seems inconceivable.

NFL Draft intel: Should AFC team take Penn State's Abdul Carter instead of a QB?

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled April 24-26 in Green Bay. From a Penn State pass-rusher to a Syracuse running back, here are five players we are tracking: 

Seemingly forgettable UMass-Fordham matchup turns into triple-overtime thriller 

Who expected a matchup between two mediocre Atlantic 10 teams to look like a March Madness thriller? 

Watch: Oilers' Connor McDavid keeps climbing franchise's leaderboard with power-play goal vs. Wild 

Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid moved up the franchise's all-time points list in Wednesday night's road matchup against the Minnesota Wild.

Travis Kelce discusses if Taylor Swift is encouraging him to retire

Since they've been dating for over a year, it's fair to wonder if singer-songwriter Taylor Swift keeps badgering Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce about retirement. 

Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh backs QB Justin Herbert after playoff flop

Herbert threw four interceptions and posted an awful 13 QBR.

Ravens pull off brilliant signing of ex-Steelers WR

On Wednesday, the Baltimore Ravens made a shrewd move when they signed a former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver.

Micah Parsons reacts to Cowboys moving on from HC Mike McCarthy

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons seems crushed after the team parted ways with former head coach Mike McCarthy on Monday. 

How departures of star pass-catchers may impact Texas QB Arch Manning

Many expect quarterback Arch Manning to elevate the Texas Longhorns' offense next season. He must do so with unproven pass-catchers.

Chiefs DT Chris Jones explains why he's embracing villain role in playoffs

Kansas City Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones doesn't seem to mind playing the villain.

Reporter expands on Deion Sanders-Cowboys buzz

The Pro Football Hall of Fame defensive back starred for Dallas from 1995-99, winning a Super Bowl. 

'We know what's real': Travis Kelce responds to former NFL HC's Chiefs take

Kelce seems determined to quiet one of the team's loudest critics heading into its first playoff game.

Broncos must fill this roster hole to vault to the next level

After snapping an eight-year playoff drought, the Denver Broncos may need one more offensive playmaker to become a legit contender.

Five potential replacements for Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy

The Dallas Cowboys are now searching for a new head coach. Here are five candidates as the team faces a crucial decision.

Watch: Packers RB Josh Jacobs plows through Eagles defense on 31-yard run 

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs looked like a bulldozer on an incredible run in Sunday's road wild-card game against the Philadelphia Eagles.

Watch: Packers QB Jordan Love throws two costly interceptions vs. Eagles 

Love's interception problem seems to be carrying over to the playoffs.