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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

Late-game officiating was questionable, but loss to Cardinals highlights Chargers' offensive ineptitude

The Los Angeles Chargers should blame their Week 7 loss to the Arizona Cardinals on a hapless offense, not questionable late-game officiating.

Jerry Jones addresses Hall of Fame QB blasting Cowboys WRs

Dallas owner Jerry Jones seems to have no problem with former Cowboys quarterback Troy Aikman calling out the team's wide receivers. During a recent appearance on KTCK-AM in Dallas, Aikman, a "Monday Night Football" analyst, said Dallas' WRs are "lazy," and star WR CeeDee Lamb must improve his route running.

Cowboys' Micah Parsons provides injury update before critical game vs. 49ers

After missing two games with a high ankle sprain, Dallas Cowboys edge-rusher Micah Parsons sounds unsure whether he'll return Sunday against the San Francisco 49ers.

Bill Belichick reacts to Jerod Mayo calling Patriots 'soft'

Following Sunday's 32-16 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, New England Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo labeled his team "soft." Former Patriots HC Bill Belichick seems to think his comments crossed the line. 

Incredible stat shows QB Jared Goff is one reason why Lions have looked like NFC's top team

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has been nearly flawless over his past four games. 

Jets WR Davante Adams comments on team's underwhelming offense

New York Jets wide receiver Davante Adams thinks their offense is leaving plenty of meat on the bone.

Watch: Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes' interception leads to 49ers TD

Does Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes have an interception problem? 

Watch: Rams DB scoops and scores 33-yard TD vs. Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders offense keeps sinking to new lows this season. 

Watch: Lions kicker Jake Bates nails winning 44-yard field goal vs. Vikings

Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates played hero against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.

Watch: WR Amari Cooper scores first TD with Bills

Trading for star wide receiver Amari Cooper is paying dividends for the Buffalo Bills.

Watch: Bengals WR Charlie Jones returns kickoff for 100-yard TD

Perhaps teams should start kicking away from Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Charlie Jones.

Win over Patriots should buy Jaguars HC Doug Pederson more time

The Jaguars earned a much-needed win Sunday, and it was an especially important victory for their embattled coach.

Watch: Rookie QB Drake Maye's 33-yard strike sets up Patriots TD

Maye looks much more composed than the typical rookie.

Watch: Jaguars WR makes franchise history on 96-yard punt return TD

After losing five of their first six games, the Jacksonville Jaguars are running out of time to turn their season around. If they keep making sensational plays like this one, maybe they can pull off a turnaround.

Watch: Struggling Oklahoma State RB rushes for 50-yard TD

Some college football fans probably wondered where Oklahoma State running back Ollie Gordon II had been before he ripped off a long touchdown run on Friday night.

Lynx avoid elimination in WNBA Finals, setting the stage for potential classic in Game 5

It seems appropriate one of the best WNBA Finals in recent memory will come down to a winner-take-all finish. 

Jets WR Mike Williams breaks silence after public criticism from QB Aaron Rodgers

Mike Williams doesn't seem willing to stand up to quarterback Aaron Rodgers. 

Georgia-Texas showdown could be pivotal for Quinn Ewers' NFL Draft stock

Texas Longhorns quarterback Quinn Ewers may need a stellar performance in Saturday's home showdown against Georgia to prevent his draft stock from sinking.

Titans WR DeAndre Hopkins discusses trade possibility

On Thursday, Hopkins was asked if he would be interested in a trade. Although the Titans are 1-4, he indicated he wouldn't mind staying in Tennessee. 

Jets WR Garrett Wilson reacts to Davante Adams trade

Adams' presence will make it harder for defenses to double-team Wilson, which should help him get open more easily.

Week 7 NFL Draft intel: SEC QB 'hasn't played like a first-round pick'

Each week, Yardbarker is monitoring the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled for April 24-26 in Green Bay. From a descending quarterback to a versatile tight end, here are five players we are tracking.

Rams HC Sean McVay provides promising injury update on star WR

L.A. needs Kupp to stay healthy when he returns to go on another improbable run.

Lions reportedly interested in two-time Pro Bowl edge-rusher, but should they avoid him? 

Should the Detroit Lions gamble on a disgruntled two-time Pro Bowler to replace star edge-rusher Aidan Hutchinson? 

Insider reveals Chiefs' stance on WR trade in wake of recent blockbusters

After a flurry of recent wide receiver trades, do the Chiefs feel they're in an arms race?