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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's 10 most important people in Week 7

Which players and coaches will have the biggest impact on Week 7 in the NFL?

Broncos HC Sean Payton ready for New Orleans return on 'TNF'

Payton served as Saints head coach from 2006-21, winning one Super Bowl and seven NFC South titles. Before his arrival, the Saints only had one playoff victory and seven winning seasons in 39 years. 

How Aidan Hutchinson's injury impacts Lions' Super Bowl hopes

In Sunday's 47-9 road win over the Cowboys, Hutchinson suffered a broken left tibia/fibula in the third quarter and immediately underwent surgery. On Monday, Lions head coach Dan Campbell told the media his recovery will take "four to six months."

One move each AFC West team should make before trade deadline

After six weeks of the season, most NFL teams know if they'll be buyers or sellers before the trade deadline.  Here's one move each team in the AFC West should make.

Why it may be time for the Cowboys to hit the panic button

The Dallas Cowboys seem to be on the brink of disaster after an embarrassing home loss to the Detroit Lions.

Watch: Lions score 52-yard TD on absurd trick play vs. Cowboys

After a controversial Week 17 loss to Dallas last season, the Detroit Lions seemingly want to make the Cowboys look foolish.  

Watch: Lions WR Tim Patrick's impressive 42-yard catch sets up TD

This offseason, the Denver Broncos released seventh-year wide receiver Tim Patrick. The Detroit Lions are probably glad they did. 

Watch: WR DeVonta Smith's 45-yard TD helps Eagles secure win vs. Browns 

The Philadelphia Eagles sure did miss star wide receiver DeVonta Smith.

Watch: Titans RB Tony Pollard rushes for 23-yard TD vs. Colts

Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard may be recapturing his Pro Bowl form.

Watch: Patriots rookie QB Drake Maye throws first TD after rocky start

Maye seems to be exhibiting the resilience a franchise quarterback needs in his first start.

Bears rookie QB Caleb Williams outshines Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence in NFL London Games

Chicago Bears rookie quarterback Caleb Williams and Jacksonville Jaguars fourth-year starter Trevor Lawrence seem to be heading in different directions.

Watch: Bears TE Cole Kmet showcases versatility after 31-yard TD

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet has been wearing many hats against the Jacksonville Jaguars. 

Watch: Jaguars WR Gabe Davis drops potential TD

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Gabe Davis seems to be developing a case of butterfingers.

Browns WR Amari Cooper addresses trade possibility

Cooper, 30, is in the final year of a five-year, $100M deal, but the Browns converted all but $1.21M of his base salary into a signing bonus this offseason. Thus, a team that acquired him would absorb less than $1M in salary.

Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott 'dumbfounded' by lack of touches, and he should be

Ezekiel Elliott doesn't understand his lack of usage, and he may have a point.

Week 6 NFL Draft intel: Former Pro Bowler loves this QB

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

Commanders QB Jayden Daniels shares why he doesn't want to be compared to Lamar Jackson

Before their matchup on Sunday, Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels isn't welcoming comparisons to Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson. 

Reporters discuss whether Rams QB Matthew Stafford could become a trade candidate

The Los Angeles Rams haven't met expectations through their first five games, going 1-4. Will they give up on the season and ship quarterback Matthew Stafford elsewhere? 

Raiders' QB switch was necessary, but it still won't save their season

Whether O'Connell retains the starting job or Minshew gets it back, don't bank on either saving the season.

Potential fatal flaw for every AFC West team

NFL teams can usually identify their strengths and weaknesses after five weeks of the season. No team is perfect, but some have much bigger issues than others. Here is one potentially fatal flaw for every AFC West team.

Why Patriots rookie QB Drake Maye could struggle in debut vs. Texans

Don't expect rookie quarterback Drake Maye to look like the successor to former New England Patriots star Tom Brady in his debut.

How Broncos' Patrick Surtain II is proving he's 'the best corner in football'

If Surtain keeps powering an elite unit and helps Denver make the playoffs for the first time since 2015, he should remain in the DPOY conversation. He could also cement his status as the Broncos' most valuable player.

Davante Adams should avoid Jets after firing of HC Robert Saleh

Should Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams avoid a reunion with his longtime buddy, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers?

Does JuJu Smith-Schuster's fantastic 'MNF' performance alleviate Chiefs' WR concerns?

Smith-Schuster played a pivotal role when the Chiefs won their third Super Bowl during the 2022-23 season.

Broncos HC: Why sideline exchange with rookie QB Bo Nix wasn't a negative

Denver head coach Sean Payton didn't mind rookie quarterback Bo Nix showing him some attitude during the Broncos' Week 5 win over the Las Vegas Raiders.