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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

Watch: Broncos' rookies connect on 43-yard TD pass vs. Bills

Denver Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix and rookie wide receiver Troy Franklin appear to be clicking at the right time.

Why Steelers should consider moving on from Russell Wilson

Quarterback Russell Wilson reiterated his desire to re-sign with the Pittsburgh Steelers, but the team should explore other options at the most important position.

Draft expert: Vikings could receive haul for QB J.J. McCarthy

Although Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy hasn't taken a snap, he continues to be the subject of trade rumors.

Tyreek Hill's agent fails to clarify WR's future with Dolphins

Will wide receiver Tyreek Hill play for the Miami Dolphins next season? Not even his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, seems to know.

Tom Brady reveals his No. 1 team before start of playoffs

Tom Brady is seemingly hopping onto an AFC West team's bandwagon heading into the playoffs.

NFL Draft intel: Assessment of Ohio State QB Will Howard may raise eyebrows

In 14 starts, the fifth-year senior has career highs in completion percentage (72.6 percent), passing yards (3,490) and touchdown passes (32).

Colorado HC Deion Sanders would take an NFL job under one condition

Deion Sanders seemingly plans to remain the head coach of the Colorado Buffaloes, but he may accept an NFL head-coaching job under one condition. 

49ers GM's, HC's comments hint at extension for QB Brock Purdy

An underwhelming year didn't change how the San Francisco 49ers view quarterback Brock Purdy. 

Eagles receive promising injury update on QB Jalen Hurts

Hurts has missed the team's past two games after suffering a concussion in a Week 16 loss.

Reporter downplays bombshell Bill Belichick rumor

Despite inquiries from NFL teams, North Carolina Tar Heels head coach Bill Belichick reportedly plans to stay put.   

Cowboys can't keep ignoring Bears' request to interview HC Mike McCarthy

The Dallas Cowboys must realize that ignoring the Chicago Bears' request to interview head coach Mike McCarthy won't make it disappear.

Dolphins GM addresses whether WR Tyreek Hill has requested a trade

The Dolphins insist they've resolved their issues with wide receiver Tyreek Hill, but questions about his future remain.

Should Jaguars reverse Trent Baalke decision to attract Lions OC?

The head-coaching candidate reportedly doesn't want the Jacksonville job because of concerns about its front office.

Reporter reveals why Rex Ryan could be 'serious candidate' for Jets' HC opening

Don't disregard ESPN analyst Rex Ryan in the New York Jets' head-coaching search.

NFC North team targeting HC Mike McCarthy could complicate Cowboys' plans

If the Dallas Cowboys want to re-sign head coach Mike McCarthy, they must hurry.

Rex Ryan blasts Aaron Rodgers amid push for Jets' head-coaching job

It doesn't sound like Ryan is a fan of how Rodgers conducted himself with the Jets or with how the team handled the star quarterback.

Firing DC shouldn't prevent Bengals from putting HC Zac Taylor under the microscope 

The club has underachieved, missing the playoffs for two straight seasons. During this span, Taylor is 18-16 and has failed to win close games.

Giants make surprising decision on HC Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen

The Giants were among the most disappointing teams in the NFL this season. Several questionable decisions blew up in the team's face, giving the organization a decision to make regarding the future of Daboll and Schoen. 

NFL playoffs takeaways: The Vikings need more from QB-WR duo

The NFL playoffs are set after the regular season ended in Week 18. With that in mind, here are 10 takeaways heading into Super Wild Card Weekend.

Watch: Buccaneers let WR Mike Evans tie Hall of Famer's record

Entering Tampa Bay's home game against the New Orleans Saints Sunday, Evans needed 85 receiving yards to reach 1,000 for an 11th straight season.

Watch: Falcons WR bobbles pass, and rookie QB Michael Penix Jr. is intercepted 

Penix's pass-catchers continue to do him no favors. 

Watch: Panthers QB Bryce Young drops dime on 33-yard TD vs. Falcons

Young keeps showing the Carolina Panthers why they should give him one more season to prove he's their guy.

Watch: Bears score 94-yard TD on incredible punt return vs. Packers

Chicago Bears fans have had little to celebrate this season, so they should enjoy a sweet punt return touchdown in Sunday's road game against the Green Bay Packers.

Watch: Tom Brady meets Buccaneers' special guest before their Week 18 matchup vs. Saints

The Buccaneers are playing the Saints on Sunday with a chance at making the playoffs.

Broncos CB Patrick Surtain II could be closing in on major award

Surtain's dominance is astonishing — he's allowed 33 catches for 279 yards in 15 games.