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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

Why is Texans QB C.J. Stroud stuck in a second-year slump?

What has happened to C.J. Stroud? Before the season, Stroud — 2023 Offensive Rookie of the Year — seemed poised to become an MVP candidate. Now, the Houston Texans quarterback is stuck in a slump.

Eye-popping stat puts Broncos rookie QB Bo Nix in same company as four Super Bowl MVPs

Denver Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix has already joined elite company.

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes has one request after nail-biting win vs. Panthers

Quarterback Patrick Mahomes seems tired of the Kansas City Chiefs' thrillers.

Watch: Raiders fool Broncos with fake punt

Beleaguered Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce deserves credit for drawing up a tricky fake punt in Sunday's home game against the Denver Broncos.

Watch: Patrick Mahomes' clutch scramble helps Chiefs avoid upset vs. Panthers

Once again, quarterback Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs used their late-game magic to pull off another thrilling road win on Sunday.

Watch: Two plays illustrate why Will Levis is one of NFL's most erratic QBs

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis continues to be one of the most inconsistent players in the NFL.

Watch: Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield flies into end zone vs. Giants

The Buccaneers have lost four straight games after a 4-2 start. Despite the recent slide, Mayfield is still rolling.

Watch: Vikings QB Sam Darnold launches 45-yard moon ball vs. Bears

Sometimes, it's fair to question Darnold's decision-making, but don't doubt the quarterback's arm strength. 

Watch: Texans' 80-yard kickoff return sets up quick TD

It only took the Houston Texans 18 seconds to score their first touchdown in Sunday's home game against the Tennessee Titans.

Multiple playoff contenders are reportedly interested in Daniel Jones 

Recently released quarterback Daniel Jones has a hot market.

Watch: Steelers WR Calvin Austin III makes monumental TD catch in snowstorm

A blizzard didn't stop Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III from making a phenomenal touchdown catch in Thursday night's road game against the Cleveland Browns.

How Broncos' Bo Nix is making John Elway forget about one of his biggest mistakes

Former Broncos general manager John Elway still laments not drafting Josh Allen, but Bo Nix's recent takeoff is helping him get over the blunder.

Colorado's Travis Hunter doesn't hold back on doubters after declaring for NFL Draft

Will Colorado's Travis Hunter continue to be a jack-of-all-trades in the NFL? 

Week 12 NFL Draft intel: What separates Ohio State duo from other top RBs? 

From Ohio State's star-studded backfield to a Texas ballhawk, here are five players we are tracking.

Watch: UConn brings out live goat after Geno Auriemma becomes winningest coach in NCAA history

UConn women's basketball gave head coach Geno Auriemma the celebration he has long deserved.  

Tigers' Tarik Skubal celebrates birthday with Cy Young win

Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal received a fantastic birthday present on Wednesday.

Braves' Chris Sale completes monumental comeback, winning NL Cy Young

Before the season started, it seemed Atlanta Braves pitcher Chris Sale had reached the end of the road. However, he proved he still has plenty left in the tank in 2024.

Are Giants starting QB Tommy DeVito for financial reasons?

Earlier this week, the Giants benched starting QB Daniel Jones in favor of DeVito, who is the QB3 on the team.

Why Browns' Myles Garrett is 'juiced up' to play Steelers' T.J. Watt

Cleveland's Myles Garrett is reheating his beef with Pittsburgh's T.J. Watt before their matchup on "Thursday Night Football." 

Could benched Giants QB Daniel Jones resurrect his career elsewhere?

Daniel Jones' time with the Giants is seemingly over, but that doesn't mean his career is.

Reporter addresses Deion Sanders-Cowboys rumors 

Dallas Cowboys fans who hope the team hires Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders should let go of that pipe dream.

Why Cowboys should start QB Trey Lance for the rest of the season

With their season likely down the drain, the Dallas Cowboys should see what they have in quarterback Trey Lance.

Despite recent downturn, Ravens HC John Harbaugh still backing kicker Justin Tucker

Tucker has gone from an asset to a liability this season, but the Ravens are standing behind their star kicker.

Bengals HC Zac Taylor needs to embrace change for team to be successful

The Cincinnati Bengals have had six one-possession losses this season. Their bye week seems like a fantastic time to adjust, but head coach Zac Taylor isn't doing that.

Are Bills poised to overcome playoff failures after ruining Chiefs' perfect season?

The Bills have won their past four regular-season matchups against the Chiefs. However, they've also lost three straight postseason games to Kansas City.