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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

Giants meeting with Micah Parsons-esque prospect before 2025 NFL Draft

Edge-rusher may not be the New York Giants' biggest need heading into the 2025 NFL Draft, but why pass on a prospect who's drawing Micah Parsons comparisons?

Lakers show why they're a threat to Thunder's championship aspirations

On Sunday, the Los Angeles Lakers showed they could potentially play spoiler to the Oklahoma City Thunder in the playoffs.

Watch: Red Sox's Wilyer Abreu delivers in the clutch vs. Cardinals

Right fielder Wilyer Abreu continues to be an unexpected hero for the Boston Red Sox this season. 

The latest Jalen Milroe NFL Draft news may raise eyebrows

Could Alabama quarterback Jalen Milroe go much higher in the 2025 NFL Draft than many expect?

Dodgers star pitcher implodes in third inning vs. Phillies

Perhaps the Los Angeles Dodgers have one hole on their roster after all.

Reporter provides update about Steelers' stance on QB Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers seem confident they'll land quarterback Rodgers even though he's making them play the waiting game.

Rob Manfred discusses whether he approves of torpedo bats

The commissioner has weighed on a topic that has taken MLB by storm early this season.

Cardinals won't regret TE Trey McBride's record-breaking extension

Tight end Trey McBride earned approximately $5.76M in his first three seasons with the Cardinals. Now, he's set to make much more than that.

Raiders reassert confidence in QB Geno Smith with massive move

 Over the past three seasons, Smith has 71 touchdown passes.

NFL Draft intel: Who's QB1 in the 2026 class?

Each week, Yardbarker is monitoring the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled for April 24-26 in Green Bay. This week, however, we're taking an early look at quarterbacks in the 2026 class.

Watch: Shohei Ohtani's walk-off vs. Braves keeps Dodgers' historic streak alive

Los Angeles Dodgers fans who attended Wednesday night's home game against the Atlanta Braves received two gifts: a Shohei Ohtani bobblehead and a walk-off.

Watch: Anthony Davis has first clutch moment with Mavericks

Anthony Davis had, perhaps, his best game as a Dallas Maverick on Wednesday night.

Loss to Cavaliers may prove Knicks are a tier below top teams in East

The New York Knicks are one of the better teams in the Eastern Conference. They're just not the Boston Celtics or Cleveland Cavaliers.

Comparison to former bust highlights why Shedeur Sanders' draft stock may be dipping

Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders is being compared to a bust, which may explain why he could fall during the 2025 NFL Draft, scheduled for April 24-26.

Bengals' Trey Hendrickson reacts to blunt comment about contract negotiations

Cincinnati Bengals executive vice president Katie Blackburn's comment about contract negotiations with Trey Hendrickson clearly upset the star edge-rusher.

Cowboys give WR CeeDee Lamb needed help in new mock draft

The Dallas Cowboys seem to be realizing their air attack tends to rely on wide receiver CeeDee Lamb too much.

NFL QBs coach dismisses potential concern regarding Jaxson Dart

Considering Ole Miss head coach Lane Kiffin's unimpressive track record, should NFL teams avoid drafting Rebels quarterback Jaxson Dart?

Are NFL teams becoming more open to letting Colorado's Travis Hunter continue to play both ways?

The 2024 Heisman Trophy winner excelled at CB/WR during his final season with the Buffaloes.

Could a deal for Cowboys edge-rusher Micah Parsons be imminent?

The Dallas Cowboys are reportedly expediting contract negotiations with Parsons.

Broncos' Sean Payton expands on how team is improving Bo Nix's supporting cast

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton has found his quarterback in Bo Nix. Now, he must give him more weapons.

Woody Johnson's response to NFLPA report card could highlight why Jets continue to falter

New York Jets owner Woody Johnson slammed the NFL Players Association's annual team report cards at the annual league meeting.

Dolphins HC discusses WR Tyreek Hill's future amid trade rumors

Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel addressed the most recent round of Hill trade speculation.

After Yankees' hot start, will other teams start using torpedo bats?

After the New York Yankees steamrolled the Milwaukee Brewers in their opening three-game series, will their new torpedo bats become standard in Major League Baseball?

Watch: Five players, two coaches ejected after Pistons-Timberwolves brawl

On Sunday, a brawl broke out early in the second quarter of the Minnesota Timberwolves' 123-104 home win over the Detroit Pistons.