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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

NFL Draft intel: Texas CB Jahdae Barron's bold statement may raise eyebrows

Each week, Yardbarker is tracking the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled April 24-26 in Green Bay.  Here are five players we tracked Tuesday at

Colorado State promotes former March Madness hero to HC

On Wednesday, the Colorado State Rams promoted assistant men's basketball coach Ali Farokhmanesh. They hope he still has some March Madness magic on tap.

Watch: LeBron James saves Lakers, tips in buzzer-beater vs. Pacers

With 10 regular-season games remaining, the Lakers could use more heroics from James.

QB Will Howard makes strong statement at Ohio State pro day

One phrase could describe quarterback Will Howard at Ohio State pro day on Wednesday: pinpoint accurate.

Insider: Two teams are still trying to trade up for No. 1 pick in 2025 NFL Draft

Two teams are still trying to convince the Tennessee Titans to give up the No. 1 pick.

What makes the Red Sox moving Rafael Devers to DH rare?

While Rafael Devers' position change shouldn't be a shock, it seems unprecedented.

Quinn Ewers gives QB-needy teams something to consider at Texas pro day

Ewers — who guided the Longhorns to two College Football Playoff appearances in three seasons — likely raised his stock at Texas pro day.

Signs continue to point toward Cam Ward going No. 1 in 2025 NFL Draft

Is Miami quarterback Cam Ward a lock to be the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NFL Draft? It sure seems like it.

UConn staffer reportedly threatened reporter who posted Dan Hurley's rant

The Connecticut Huskies men's basketball team can't seem to stop avoiding controversies. 

Former Duke star discusses how NIL has reduced number of 'Cinderella runs' in 2025 NCAA Tournament

The 2025 NCAA Tournament has featured a surprising lack of upsets.

Hiring of Ben McCollum could be a huge win for Iowa

He can seemingly win anywhere and with anyone.

Duke's Cooper Flagg keeps living up to hype in NCAA Tournament

Freshman Duke forward Cooper Flagg has continued to prove he's not all hype through the first two rounds of the NCAA Tournament.

Watch: Kentucky women lose to Kansas State in heartbreaking fashion

Guard Georgia Amoore almost lifted the Kentucky Wildcats to a thrilling victory in the second round of the NCAA Tournament on Sunday.  With No. 4 seed Kentucky trailing No.

Is Texas making the right call with reported coaching change?

Unsurprisingly, the Texas Longhorns fired men's basketball head coach Rodney Terry on Sunday. However, is his replacement a massive upgrade? 

Florida's Walter Clayton Jr. emerging as March Madness star

Even when he's not having one of his better games, Florida Gators guard Walter Clayton Jr. keeps stepping up when it matters most.

Duke women avoid upset vs. Oregon despite star player's absence

The win is huge for fifth-year Duke head coach Kara Lawson.

Watch: UConn's Hassan Diarra drills deep three-pointer before halftime vs. Florida

Entering the Huskies' matchup against No. 1 seed Florida, Diarra had made just 27.8 percent of his three-pointers in his first 34 games.

Watch: Florida guard Alijah Martin throws it down on alley-oop vs. UConn

The Florida Gators have made it clear they're not afraid of the defending national champions.

Watch: Gonzaga's Khalif Battle catches fire in March Madness debut vs. Georgia

Gonzaga guard Khalif Battle didn't look like a player who was making his NCAA Tournament debut on Thursday. 

Duke's Cooper Flagg reveals injury status for NCAA Tournament opener

On Thursday, Duke forward Cooper Flagg confirmed his status for the Blue Devils' NCAA Tournament opener against Mount St. Mary's.

NFL Draft intel: Speedy SEC QB lands on radar for Steelers

Each week, Yardbarker is monitoring the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled April 24-26 in Green Bay. From an Alabama quarterback to an Arizona wide receiver, here are five players we are tracking.

Watch: Pistons' Cade Cunningham drills bonkers game-winner vs. Heat

In Wednesday night's road game against the Miami Heat, Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham showed why he should win Most Improved Player of the Year.

Top free-agent WR is reportedly visiting with this AFC East team

Could former Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs soon be returning to the AFC East? 

Southern makes school history in First Four win vs. UC San Diego

On Wednesday night, the Southern Jaguars likely made alum Avery Johnson proud in their First Four matchup against the UC San Diego Tritons. 

First Four loss to Xavier could reportedly cost Texas HC Rodney Terry his job

Entering the NCAA Tournament, Texas Longhorns head coach Rodney Terry likely needed a deep run to save his job.