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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

Titans rookie QB Cam Ward threw ball into skirmish with Buccaneers

A training-camp skirmish on Thursday became target practice for Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Cam Ward.

One major training-camp surprise for every NFL team as preseason begins

While teams continue to shape rosters, Yardbarker NFL writers identify the major surprises — good or bad — for each team during training camp.

Way-too-early NFL Draft intel: Does Penn State have Saquon Barkley 2.0?

Each week, Yardbarker is monitoring the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. 

Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence opens up about team's plans for Travis Hunter

The Jacksonville Jaguars are letting Travis Hunter continue to play cornerback/wide receiver, but quarterback Trevor Lawrence wouldn't mind throwing him more passes. 

Broncos' Bo Nix speaks on meeting with future Hall of Famer

Denver Broncos second-year quarterback Bo Nix learned invaluable lessons from a future Hall of Famer this offseason. 

Steelers should think twice about critical preseason decision 

Using this player in the preseason could be far too risky for the Pittsburgh Steelers. 

Travis Kelce's attitude about Super Bowl LIX loss won't help Chiefs return to the big game

How does a team move on from a crushing Super Bowl loss? 

Patriots stars react to HC Mike Vrabel getting bloodied while breaking up camp fight

Vrabel jumped in to help stop the fight, and his face was bloodied.

Raiders HC Pete Carroll discusses return to Seattle in first preseason game

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Pete Carroll is returning to the stadium he once called home.

Matthew Stafford news still doesn't erase concerns regarding his durability 

Los Angeles Rams fans should still be worried about quarterback Matthew Stafford's lingering back issue.

Is it time to tap brakes on lofty expectations for Broncos?

HC Sean Payton has reportedly said the Broncos could be his seventh team that can win a Super Bowl.

Which key area did Bo Nix best Patrick Mahomes during predraft process?

Broncos head coach Sean Payton is sure that QB Bo Nix will be a star.

Jaguars HC believes Travis Hunter could do something historic in 2025 

Wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter won the 2024 Heisman Trophy. Will the Jacksonville Jaguars rookie earn more hardware in 2025?

New preseason poll increases pressure on Texas QB Arch Manning

Expectations were already high enough for Manning heading into the 2025 season.

Cowboys' Jerry Jones seems poised for long standoff with Micah Parsons

Parsons, set to play on the fifth-year option of his rookie contract, has requested a trade. Jones' latest comment suggests they won't reach an agreement soon.

Sean Payton's take about Broncos' Super Bowl chances should raise eyebrows

The Denver Broncos haven't won a playoff game since Super Bowl 50. Head coach Sean Payton expects that to change in 2025.

Is tension between Dolphins, WR Tyreek Hill still bubbling?

Just when it seems the Miami Dolphins and wide receiver Tyreek Hill are settling their issues, they resurface.

Ben Johnson-Caleb Williams experiment may need more time than Bears fans hope

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and quarterback Caleb Williams may not deliver a high-flying offense in their first season together. The coach admitted the unit needs work after Sunday's practice.

Could injury force Bills hand in negotiations with two-time Pro Bowler?

An offensive weapon's injury may give running back James Cook more leverage in contract negotiations with the Buffalo Bills.

Yankees receive positive Aaron Judge update

The New York Yankees have recently been slumping, but they may be getting a boost soon.

25-time Grammy winner's sports agency blasts Jerry Jones for 'comical' comment

The Dallas Cowboys may have 99 problems, and the way owner Jerry Jones handles contract negotiations could be considered a big one.

Are Lynx clear championship favorite after blockbuster trade?

The Minnesota Lynx didn't need roster upgrades after a 24-5 start, but that hasn't stopped them from doing so.

Is Cowboys' 2025 fifth-round pick emerging as the No. 1 RB?

Did the Dallas Cowboys find their next star running back in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft? 

Joe Burrow's latest comments should scare opposing defenses

After a phenomenal year in 2024, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow hinted he could be even better in 2025.

How Bears rookie WR Luther Burden III is rebounding after being pulled from recent practice

Bears rookie wide receiver Luther Burden III has proved he can take negative feedback.