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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

Matthew Judon leaves practice after tense discussions with Patriots' brass

Judon — who is entering the final year of a four-year, $54.5M deal — didn't participate in padded practice Monday and left the field after a tense conversation with rookie head coach Jerod Mayo. 

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes explains why he doesn't feel underpaid

Although the quarterback market has recently skyrocketed, Kansas City Chiefs superstar Patrick Mahomes doesn't feel he must cash in.

Three important decisions the Broncos must make before regular season

The Broncos are entering rebuilding mode after going 8-9 in 2023 and releasing quarterback Russell Wilson this offseason.

Watch: USA women's beach volleyball wins opener on sensational match point

The rapport of American women's beach volleyball duo Sara Hughes and Kelly Cheng was on full display in their opening match at the 2024 Paris Olympics.

American fencers make Olympic history in individual foil final

Is the United States suddenly becoming a powerhouse in fencing?

Watch: Budding American soccer star Sophia Smith scores two goals vs. Germany

Sophia Smith had the USWNT looking golden against Germany on Sunday.

Why fans are booing Team USA's Joel Embiid at Paris Olympics

Fans in Paris are booing Team USA's Joel Embiid at the Olympics, not a good look given that the competition is founded on sportsmanship and respect.

Watch: American rugby star Ilona Maher makes spectacular run in blowout vs. Japan

American rugby star Ilona Maher was running like a freight train on Sunday.

Watch: Simone Biles dazzles in qualifying round despite left leg injury

Simone Biles wasn't about to let a little calf injury prevent her from her pursuit of redemption at the Paris Games.

QB Dak Prescott hints he could leave Cowboys after this season

Prescott, who turns 31 on July 29, should attract plenty of suitors if he excels again this upcoming season.

What will it take for Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb to end training-camp holdout?

The Dallas Cowboys better be prepared to offer star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb a boatload of money.

Broncos rework star WR's contract, stabilizing his future with the club

The WR should make life easier for Denver's next starting quarterback.

Slimmed-down Broncos RB standing out at start of training camp

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton asked running back Javonte Williams to make one change this offseason, and it's already paying dividends in training camp.

Watch: Bills rookie WR makes ridiculous toe-tap TD grab in training camp

After trading Stefon Diggs to the Houston Texans this offseason, the Buffalo Bills need Keon Coleman to become their No. 1 wide receiver. The rookie is already showcasing his skills in training camp.

Buccaneers WR Mike Evans determined to tie Hall of Famer's record

Evans has eclipsed 1,000 receiving yards for 10 consecutive seasons. If he hits this figure again in 2024, he will tie HOF WR Jerry Rice's all-time record.

ESPN analyst argues Dak Prescott is worth more than $60M per year

Throughout the offseason, the Dallas Cowboys have avoided extending quarterback Dak Prescott. Is it time for them to stop procrastinating and shell out a mega deal?

This Raiders quarterback appears to have early lead in starting competition

The Las Vegas Raiders may have signed QB Gardner Minshew II over the offseason, but that doesn't guarantee him a starting job.

QB Matthew Stafford's reworked contract seems like a win for Rams

Although he's approaching the tail end of his career, Stafford is still one of the premier QBs in the NFL

Cowboys should consider extending star WR to avoid lengthy holdout

Since being drafted No. 17 overall in 2020, the 25-year-old has earned three Pro Bowl nods. In 2023, he led the league in receptions (135 in 17 games) and finished third in Offensive Player of the Year voting.

Broncos HC Sean Payton reveals plans for QB battle heading into training camp

Despite praising him throughout the offseason, Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton isn't ready to name rookie Bo Nix as their starting quarterback.

Budding connection between C.J. Stroud and Stefon Diggs fueling hype for Texans

In April, the Texans acquired Diggs in a trade with the Buffalo Bills to elevate a strong receiving corps featuring Nico Collins and Tank Dell.

Will Cardinals QB Kyler Murray rebound in 2024?

To upgrade their receiving corps, the Cardinals selected former Ohio State WR Marvin Harrison Jr. — a two-time first-team All-American — with the fourth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Bengals owner sends message about extension for superstar WR

Prices for WRs have boomed since Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson signed a four-year, $140M deal in early June, making him the highest-paid non-QB in league history.

Obscure rule preventing Raiders from promoting training camp in Southern California

The Las Vegas Raiders are heading back to Southern California for training camp. However, they must keep their return under wraps.

Beleaguered WR working at different position in Chiefs camp

The former first-round pick was disappointing in 2023.