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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

Kylian Mbappe provides insight into Paris Saint-Germain departure

Mbappe's departure is a massive loss for the Parisians, and he's now in a better situation with Real Madrid. The Spanish club boasts a star-studded roster, which includes forward Vinicius Junior and midfielder Jude Bellingham.  

An optimist's guide to the 2024 Los Angeles Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers fell way short of expectations in 2023, but following coaching and roster changes, the team may rebound this upcoming season.  Here are three reasons to be optimistic about the Chargers in 2024.

Cowboys Pro Bowl WR CeeDee Lamb skipping start of minicamp

It appears Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb will miss more of the team's offseason program as he seeks a contract extension.

An optimist's guide to the 2024 Las Vegas Raiders

The Las Vegas Raiders missed the playoffs last season but finished strong, which should inspire confidence throughout the organization. Here are three reasons to be optimistic about the Raiders in 2024.

Novak Djokovic overcomes knee injury, making history at French Open

A nagging right knee injury didn't stop Novak Djokovic from breaking records at the French Open.

An optimist's guide to the 2024 Kansas City Chiefs

Here are three reasons to be optimistic about the Chiefs in 2024.

Watch: One play that epitomizes the athleticism of the late Larry Allen

On Monday, the Dallas Cowboys announced Larry Allen died suddenly at 52 while vacationing with his family in Mexico on Sunday. As the football world mourns and remembers the Hall of Fame lineman, one particular play has resurfaced that demonstrates his incredible athleticism.

An optimist's guide to the 2024 Denver Broncos

The Broncos failed to end an eight-year playoff drought in their first season under head coach Sean Payton, but the team may improve next season following some roster tweaks.

Report: NFL expected to reach resolution on Eagles', Falcons' tampering cases this week

Apparently, the NFL is quickly wrapping up its tampering investigations of the Philadelphia Eagles and Atlanta Falcons.

Yankees' Aaron Boone reveals rehab assignment date for ace pitcher

The New York Yankees ace is inching closer to his return.

Watch: Orioles slugger Gunnar Henderson clobbers 19th homer vs. Rays

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson is showing why he's one of the best leadoff hitters in baseball.

Eye-popping stat highlights Iga Swiatek's dominance in fourth round of French Open

Iga Swiatek wasted no time in one of the most dominant French Open performances in recent memory.

WNBA upgrades hard foul on Caitlin Clark to a Flagrant 1

The WNBA made a change to the ruling on the hard foul Caitlin Clark suffered on Saturday.

Watch: Carlos Alcaraz clinches third straight French Open quarterfinals appearance

Alcaraz secured his return to the French Open quarterfinals with a victory on Sunday.

Will Jaylen Waddle deal affect Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa extension decision?

In 17 games last season, Tagovailoa led the league in passing yards (4,624), but he also threw a career-high 14 interceptions. He faltered in his first playoff game, posting a subpar 15.3 QBR in a 26-7 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the wild-card round.

Alabama AD already lobbying for SEC teams in expanded CFP

With the introduction of the expanded 12-team format this upcoming season, a 9-3 team making the College Football Playoff no longer seems far-fetched. Southeastern Conference leaders are already arguing that a 9-3 SEC team would deserve a CFP berth, given the conference's strength.

Watch: Stars use eye-catching AI tracker in Game 4. vs the Oilers

The Stars may have shown fans a glimpse of the future at a Game 4 watch party of the Western Conference Finals on Thursday night.

RB Josh Jacobs texted ex-Packers star about potential reunion

Ex-Raiders running back Josh Jacobs — who signed a four-year, $48M deal with Green Bay in free agency — floated the idea of a reunion with a former Packers star.

Why Chiefs All-Pro should assume larger role following L'Jarius Sneed trade

Will Trent McDuffie become the Chiefs' lockdown cornerback after Kansas City traded L'Jarius Sneed to the Tennessee Titans this offseason?

Hansi Flick's hiring signals Barcelona expects immediate results

On Wednesday, FC Barcelona announced it had signed a two-year deal with Hansi Flick, the former Bayern Munich and Germany manager who will replace Xavi Hernandez.

Hall of Famer DeMarcus Ware comments on Cowboys DC change

Ware played for Zimmer from 2005-06 in his first stint as Cowboys DC.

Fever's poor start shouldn't detract from Caitlin Clark's progress

Rookie guard Caitlin Clark is catching fire despite the Indiana Fever's struggles and showing why she'll likely be one of the WNBA's best players.

Why Bengals should be more proactive in Ja'Marr Chase contract talks

The Bengals should stop dilly-dallying and solidify their future with star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase.

Dolphins HC notes one of Tua Tagovailoa's biggest offseason improvements

McDaniel discussed improvements being made by Tagovailoa, including one that could pay dividends in the most important games of all.

Broncos QB Jarrett Stidham seems poised to fight for starting job

Although some presume Broncos rookie quarterback Bo Nix will win the starting job, Jarrett Stidham is determined to pull off an upset.