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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

Why did Jim Irsay reject a $1.15B offer for his extraordinary collection?

On Wednesday, the Indianapolis Colts announced owner Jim Irsay died during his sleep in the afternoon. He was 65.

Can Browns' QB room continue to get along amid four-way competition?

Don't be surprised if the Browns' QB room becomes less chummy over the course of competition.

Joe Burrow may be using effective strategy to convince Bengals to sign Trey Hendrickson

Once again, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow is using the bully pulpit to convince the team to sign his teammates.

Does Cowboys HC Brian Schottenheimer know what he's getting into with George Pickens?

It sounds like new Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens has been on his best behavior so far.

Chargers 2025 schedule analysis: Circle the date, easiest, toughest stretches

The Los Angeles Chargers' 2025 opponents had a combined win percentage of .522 in 2024, per NFL Research, tying them for the league's 11th-toughest schedule. Here's our initial analysis.

Raiders 2025 schedule analysis: Circle the date, easiest, toughest stretches

The Las Vegas Raiders' 2025 opponents had a combined .502 win percentage in 2024, per NFL Research, giving them the league's 16th-toughest schedule. Here's our initial analysis.

Draft guru assesses whether Texas QB Arch Manning is the real deal

On Monday, The Ringer's Todd McShay dropped his first scouting report on Texas Longhorns quarterback Arch Manning.  

Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence shares first impression of Travis Hunter

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence smiled when discussing rookie cornerback/wide receiver Travis Hunter at his Monday news conference.

Kansas City Chiefs' 2025 schedule analysis: Circle the date, easiest, toughest stretches

The Kansas City Chiefs' 2025 opponents had a combined .522 win percentage in 2024, per NFL Research, tying them for the league's 11th-toughest schedule.  Here's our initial analysis, including a date to circle, the toughest (and easiest) four-game stretch and a main takeaway: Circle the date: Sept.

Broncos 2025 schedule analysis: Circle the date, easiest, toughest stretches

The Denver Broncos' 2025 opponents had a combined .505 win percentage in 2024, per NFL Research, giving them the league's 15th-toughest schedule. Here's our initial analysis, including one date to circle, the toughest (and easiest) four-game stretch and a main takeaway. 

Knicks end 25-year drought in Game 6 win over Celtics

It's fair to say these aren't the same old New York Knicks. 

Win over Panthers gives Maple Leafs another chance to shed dreaded label

The Maple Leafs have been aiming to prove they can deliver in the postseason, and now they have another chance. 

Scottie Scheffler surges on Day 2 of PGA Championship

Scottie Scheffler isn't yet leading the PGA Championship but remains within striking distance.

Watch: Yankee fans are still angry at Mets' Juan Soto for leaving

Unsurprisingly, New York Yankee fans cascaded New York Mets right fielder Juan Soto with boos when he returned to Yankee Stadium on Friday night. 

Pete Crow-Armstrong's breakout is the key to the Cubs' hot start

Center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong remains the driving force for the Chicago Cubs. 

49ers, QB Brock Purdy agree to massive extension, but is it the right move?

Is Purdy worth this kind of money? That's debatable. 

Bears HC Ben Johnson responds to Caleb Williams book controversy

New Bears HC Ben Johnson doesn't coach his first regular-season game until September, but he's already dealing with a potential controversy.

Report: Seahawks have special role in mind for rookie QB Jalen Milroe

Seahawks rookie quarterback Jalen Milroe is a project, but he could have a sizeable role this upcoming season.

2025 schedule release shows NFL may be underestimating Titans QB Cam Ward's potential appeal

Tennessee Titans quarterback Cam Ward was the No. 1 pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, but you wouldn't guess that looking at the league's schedule.

Could Cowboys-Chiefs Thanksgiving game shatter TV records?

The Dallas Cowboys and Kansas City Chiefs are two of the NFL's most popular teams, so why wouldn't the league have them play on Thanksgiving? Will the game break viewership records?

Watch: Mariners' Julio Rodriguez robs Yankees of HR with absurd catch

On Wednesday, Seattle Mariners center fielder Julio Rodriguez redeemed himself in their three-game home stand against the New York Yankees.

Highlighting NFC North blockbuster games of 2025 season

The NFL released its complete schedule for the 2025 season on Wednesday. Here is the blockbuster game (and another intriguing matchup) for every team in the NFC North. 

Highlighting AFC West blockbuster games of 2025 season

The NFL released its complete schedule for the 2025 season on Wednesday. Here is the blockbuster game (and another intriguing matchup) for every team in the AFC West.

Winners and losers of 2025 NFL schedule release: Giants wish they could change their schedule 

On Wednesday, the NFL released its 2025 schedule. It's fair to wonder if the New York Giants wish they could swap schedules with the San Francisco 49ers.

Lions OC offers bold prediction for WR Jameson Williams

In 2024, Williams caught a career-high 58 passes for 1,001 yards and seven touchdowns in 15 regular-season games.