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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

Rookie Bo Nix has proved he should be Broncos starting QB

Nix — the 12th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft — impressed during his first preseason start against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.

Watch: Rangers' incredible rally sparks comeback vs. Twins

After the Twins took an early 4-0 lead in Sunday's matchup against the Rangers, it appeared they would coast to another victory. However, they collapsed.

Watch: Fever's Lexie Hull drills pair of key three-pointers vs. Storm

Fever guard Lexie Hull was the unexpected hero on Sunday vs. the Storm, as she iced the game late in the fourth quarter.

Watch: Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani inches toward prestigious club with 39th homer

Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani is inching closer to another remarkable feat. On Sunday, in the top of the fifth inning against the Cardinals,

Raiders HC Antonio Pierce makes right call in starting QB competition

The Raiders' tightly contested battle for the starting quarterback job has concluded.

Cowboys HC raves about QB Trey Lance's progress after solid showing in second preseason game

The Cowboys need Lance to keep taking these steps, especially as the club faces uncertainty about its future at the most important position. 

Olympic gold-medal winner Noah Lyles calls out Dolphins WR Tyreek Hill

Hill said he could beat the American sprinter in a race during a recent appearance on FanDuel TV's "Up & Adams."

Ex-Pro Bowl CB shares how Broncos rookie QB Bo Nix first captured his attention

Denver Broncos star cornerback Patrick Surtain II has put an early endorsement on rookie quarterback Bo Nix.

Top five most valuable people for Las Vegas Raiders in 2024

Could Crosby win Defensive Player of the Year for the first time this season? The three-time Pro Bowler is among the Raiders' most valuable people.

ESPN cans two prominent football personalities before start of season

In a shocking move, ESPN is shaking up its football coverage weeks before the season kicks off.

Vikings HC provides injury update on WR Jordan Addison

The Vikings couldn't afford another severe injury to a star player.

Bo Nix's increased reps with starting offense could signal decision about Broncos' starting QB

Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton still hasn't named a starting quarterback, but rookie Bo Nix clinching the job almost feels inevitable.

Ravens provide injury update on star TE following car accident

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews was involved in a car accident on Wednesday morning.

The five most valuable people for Kansas City Chiefs in 2024

The Kansas City Chiefs repeated as Super Bowl champions last season, and their budding dynasty could keep rolling in 2024.

Tua Tagovailoa speaks out about Odell Beckham Jr.'s prolonged absence

Odell Beckham Jr. has yet to suit up for the Miami Dolphins, making quarterback Tua Tagovailoa a little antsy.   

Jim Harbaugh no longer serving as honorary captain at Michigan's season opener

Former Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh is starting to distance himself from the program.

Chiefs rookie RB Carson Steele owns unusual pet

Trying to wrestle with Carson Steele's peculiar pet would be a terrible idea.

Top five most valuable people for the Denver Broncos in 2024

The Denver Broncos are entering rebuilding mode this season, and expectations for the club are low. Showing signs of progress will be considered a positive outcome for the season. Here are the five most important people for the franchise to make that a reality in 2024.

Chiefs need more from rookie WR following Marquise Brown's injury

The Kansas City Chiefs clearly have confidence in rookie wide receiver Xavier Worthy after trading three picks to the Buffalo Bills to take him with pick No. 28 of the 2024 NFL Draft. Now, he must reward them.

Georgia looks to buck trend after ranking No. 1 in preseason AP Top 25

The Associated Press released its Top 25 preseason college football poll on Monday. Unsurprisingly, Georgia ranked No. 1, but that doesn't guarantee the Bulldogs will win another national championship.

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott downplays right ankle injury

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott missed Friday's practice with soreness in his right ankle. However, he insists the injury shouldn't ring alarm bells.

Broncos WR explains how rookie QB Bo Nix stood out in preseason debut

Nix is slated to start in the Broncos' second preseason game against the Green Bay Packers on Sunday.

Watch: Astros duo hits back-to-back homers in win vs. Red Sox

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman and left fielder Yordan Alvarez demolished the Boston Red Sox pitching rotation on Sunday.

How Colts RB promoted player safety in preseason opener

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor's new Guardian Cap probably made some fans do a double-take.

Watch: Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton reaches notable milestone on 405-foot homer

Stanton remains one of the most consistent sluggers in baseball.