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Clark Dalton

Contributor

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

Heat should end Jimmy Butler drama after his second suspension

Could small forward Jimmy Butler's latest suspension be a tipping point for the Miami Heat? 

When will NFL MVP, other player awards be announced — and who are top candidates?

The winners for six player awards, including NFL MVP, will be announced at the NFL Honors, which will air on Feb. 6.

Is Commanders rookie QB Jayden Daniels deserving of the 'generational' tag?

The generational tag can often be overused, but Daniels may deserve it. 

Executive names unexpected trade destination for Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill

Would the Dolphins consider trading wide receiver Tyreek Hill to an AFC East rival?

Reporter explains why Raiders minority owner Tom Brady couldn't lure Ben Johnson

Even with new minority owner Tom Brady in the picture, the Las Vegas Raiders are still an unattractive destination for head-coaching candidates.

Evaluating Will Howard's draft stock after winning CFP national championship

Quarterback Will Howard's draft stock should be pointing up after leading Ohio State to its first national title in a decade.

Watch: Ravens QB Lamar Jackson commits second turnover vs. Bills

Was Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson feeling pressure from his past playoff failures in Sunday's road divisional-round game against the Buffalo Bills?

Watch: Eagles RB Saquon Barkley ices game with 78-yard TD run vs. Rams

A snowstorm couldn't stop Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley from making a house call in Sunday's divisional-round matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.

Watch: Eagles make snow angels after Rams blow key opportunity

Just when it seemed the Los Angeles Rams were about to gain momentum in Sunday's divisional-round matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles, it slipped through their fingers.

Watch: Eagles RB Saquon Barkley scores 62-yard TD vs. Rams

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley continues to cement himself as a playoff performer.

Watch: Eagles QB Jalen Hurts runs for 44-yard TD vs. Rams

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley is the engine that drives the team's rushing attack, but quarterback Jalen Hurts also has wheels.

10 players in CFP national title game who will play in NFL in 2025

Here are 10 prospects from the national championship game who will play in the NFL in 2025.

Commanders-Lions takeaways: Are Jayden Daniels and Co. a powerhouse?

In the divisional round on Saturday, the Washington Commanders stunned the No. 1 seed Detroit Lions 45-31. Here are three takeaways.

Watch: Commanders QB Jayden Daniels displays elite touch on 38-yard pass

Throughout the season, Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels has displayed skill and maturity well beyond his years. 

Watch: Lions TE Sam LaPorta makes absurd one-handed TD catch vs. Commanders

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff should thank second-year tight end Sam LaPorta for bailing him out on a key play in Saturday's divisional-round matchup against the Washington Commanders.

Texas HC Steve Sarkisian's 'significant raise' should shut down NFL rumors

NFL teams should stop pursuing Texas Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian after he secured a massive payday on Saturday. 

How much money did Quinn Ewers decline to enter NFL Draft?

Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers must believe he'll shatter expectations in the NFL after reportedly declining a lucrative NIL offer from another school.

Deion Sanders-Cowboys rumors gain more steam with bombshell report

The Dallas Cowboys hiring Deion Sanders as their next head coach no longer seems inconceivable.

NFL Draft intel: Should AFC team take Penn State's Abdul Carter instead of a QB?

Each week, Yardbarker monitors the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled April 24-26 in Green Bay. From a Penn State pass-rusher to a Syracuse running back, here are five players we are tracking: 

Seemingly forgettable UMass-Fordham matchup turns into triple-overtime thriller 

Who expected a matchup between two mediocre Atlantic 10 teams to look like a March Madness thriller? 

Watch: Oilers' Connor McDavid keeps climbing franchise's leaderboard with power-play goal vs. Wild 

Edmonton Oilers center Connor McDavid moved up the franchise's all-time points list in Wednesday night's road matchup against the Minnesota Wild.

Travis Kelce discusses if Taylor Swift is encouraging him to retire

Since they've been dating for over a year, it's fair to wonder if singer-songwriter Taylor Swift keeps badgering Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce about retirement. 

Chargers HC Jim Harbaugh backs QB Justin Herbert after playoff flop

Herbert threw four interceptions and posted an awful 13 QBR.

Ravens pull off brilliant signing of ex-Steelers WR

On Wednesday, the Baltimore Ravens made a shrewd move when they signed a former Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver.

Micah Parsons reacts to Cowboys moving on from HC Mike McCarthy

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons seems crushed after the team parted ways with former head coach Mike McCarthy on Monday.