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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

Bijan Robinson's record-breaking pace should make him early OPOY favorite over fellow star RB

Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson continued his record-breaking pace in a victory over the Buffalo Bills on "Monday Night Football," and his performance so far this season should put him in the driver's seat for OPOY honors.

NFL Draft intel: Five prospects on the rise — including Alabama’s Ty Simpson

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2026 NFL Draft, scheduled April 23-25 in Pittsburgh. From an Alabama quarterback to a Texas cornerback, here are five players we're tracking. 

Matt Rhule addresses Nebraska future as Penn State speculation grows

After the Penn State Nittany Lions fired James Franklin on Sunday, Rhule was immediately linked to the job opening.

Mishandling of young QBs doomed Titans HC Brian Callahan

Memo to head coaches on the hot seat: Don't throw your struggling rookie quarterback under the bus.

Rashee Rice's impending return adds more juice to Chiefs' surging offense

Bad news for the rest of the NFL: The Kansas City Chiefs' offense is finding its groove, and the unit is about to become even stronger.

Matthew Golden, Tez Johnson headline list of standout NFL rookies from Week 6

Adjusting to the NFL can be difficult for rookies, but each season, a few almost stand out immediately. Here are five from Week 6.

Despite short rest, Mariners' Bryce Miller shines in Game 1 of ALCS vs. Blue Jays

Seattle Mariners pitcher Bryce Miller started on three days' rest for the first time in his career during Game 1 of the American League Championship Series on Sunday night.

Injuries to monitor after Week 6: Fred Warner's brutal injury could decrease 49ers' Super Bowl chances

From a San Francisco 49ers linebacker to a Cincinnati Bengals defensive end, here are five players we're tracking after Week 6.

Puka Nacua's injury may place No. 1 WR duties on Davante Adams

The Los Angeles Rams may now need Adams to play like a No. 1 wide receiver again.

Cowboys run defense still can't 'buckle up' for Panthers' Rico Dowdle or other RBs

Before Sunday's home game, Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle warned the Dallas Cowboys to be ready. They weren't.

James Franklin's firing was needed, but does it solve all of Penn State's problems?

After starting the season No. 2 in the Associated Press poll, Penn State (3-3) is now unranked and has lost three consecutive games to No. 8 Oregon (5-1), UCLA (2-4) and Northwestern (4-2).

After rough outing vs. Broncos, it's time for Jets to give up on the Justin Fields experiment

When the Jets signed Fields to a two-year, $40M deal in free agency, it was a risky move.

Dak Prescott refuses to give Rico Dowdle bulletin-board material ahead of former teammate's revenge game

After rushing for a career-high 206 yards in a 27-24 Week 5 win over the Miami Dolphins, the former Cowboy said Dallas better "buckle up" in Week 6.

'Light at the end of the tunnel': Browns QB Shedeur Sanders offers honest take on Joe Flacco trade

Browns rookie Shedeur Sanders doesn't mind seeing fellow quarterback Joe Flacco go elsewhere.

Cardinals receive more concerning Kyler Murray updates ahead of game vs. Colts

Kyler Murray's foot injury appears to be a bigger issue than previously thought.

'Where did they put their money?': Five things that have gone wrong for Texas besides Arch Manning's play

Heading into the Red River Rivalry against the No. 6 Oklahoma Sooners on Saturday, the Texas Longhorns are spiraling downward. Texas has become the fastest team to go from preseason No.

Browns' latest trade raises more questions about GM Andrew Berry's decision-making

Andrew Berry has made several puzzling moves since becoming the Browns GM. His latest is another head-scratcher.

Will Tarik Skubal overcome previous postseason failure in Game 5 of ALDS?

Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch seems super confident in ace Tarik Skubal's ability to win an elimination game.

Bill Belichick's tenure with North Carolina should remind fans of another coaching disaster

The tenures of Meyer and Belichick aren't the same, but they're similar.

North Carolina reportedly considering nuclear option with Bill Belichick, and that's justified

North Carolina kicking Belichick to the curb would be justified.

Don't expect Odell Beckham Jr. to land with another team after latest news

Free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr.'s slim chances of getting signed have just decreased.

Bengals HC tries to hype up Joe Flacco after pulling off rare trade

Acquiring Flacco, 40, seems desperate for the 2-3 Bengals, who have lost three straight games.

Was Chiefs' Chris Jones loafing on game-defining play vs. Jaguars?

How didn't Chiefs defensive tackle Chris Jones catch Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence on "Monday Night Football?"

NFL Draft intel: Risers include Navy WR Eli Heidenreich, Michigan RB Justice Haynes

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