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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

Draft expert claims Washington WR Rome Odunze reminds him of two-time Pro Bowler

A draft guru believes Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze's skill set resembles one of the best players in the NFL.

Cowboys' Micah Parsons claims teammate deserves MVP consideration

Dallas Cowboys linebacker Micah Parsons thinks one of his teammates deserves Defensive Player of the Year and MVP consideration.

Chiefs receiving corps is hurting team's Super Bowl aspirations

Kansas City's Patrick Mahomes is the best quarterback in the NFL, but a Week 11 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles shows he can't thrive without consistent pass-catchers.

New mock draft predicts Bears won't select USC QB Caleb Williams

Although many scouts believe Southern Cal's Caleb Williams is the top quarterback in this year's class, a new mock draft has the Chicago Bears taking a different signal-caller.

Despite turnover problem, Antonio Pierce defends Raiders rookie QB

Raiders interim head coach Antonio Pierce isn't pointing the finger at his rookie quarterback.

Five leading NFL Coach of the Year candidates entering Week 12

Entering Week 12, it's clear which head coaches are uplifting their teams and merit NFL Coach of the Year consideration.

Russell Wilson reestablishing himself as franchise QB with fourth-quarter heroics

The resurgence of Russell Wilson continued after the Denver Broncos quarterback led another fourth-quarter comeback on Sunday.

Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence redeems himself with dominant outing against Titans

After Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence underwhelmed in a Week 10 loss to the San Francisco 49ers, he redeemed himself against the Tennessee Titans in Week 11.

Watch: Cowboys CB DaRon Bland ties NFL record

Dallas Cowboys second-year cornerback DaRon Bland is becoming a star. 

Watch: Steelers RB Jaylen Warren scores 74-yard TD

It appears Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin made the right decision when he recently made Jaylen Warren the team's starting running back.

Watch: Texans QB C.J. Stroud throws 40-yard TD to WR Tank Dell

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud and fellow rookie Tank Dell are becoming an electric passing tandem.

Watch: Giants RB Saquon Barkley makes excellent catch on 24-yard TD

The Giants offense has several issues, so if star running back Saquon Barkley could get back in the groove that would be ideal for New York. The running back took a step in that direction with an excellent catch against the Commanders.

Watch: Cardinals QB Kyler Murray throws 48-yard TD

Murray and the Cardinals struck early against the Texans.

Report: Jets expected to pursue six-time Pro Bowler this offseason

Even though the New York Jets failed to acquire a star wide receiver before the trade deadline, that won't stop them from trying again.

Draft experts imply Caleb Williams isn't consensus No. 1 pick

USC QB Caleb Williams has long been considered the likely No. 1 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. That assumption might not be accurate at this juncture, though.

Bills HC reveals one thing that can help QB Josh Allen bounce back

Amid a turbulent week in Buffalo, Bills head coach Sean McDermott revealed how quarterback Josh Allen can turn it around.

Cowboys RB Tony Pollard promises he will break out of slump

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard acknowledges he's in a slump but insists he will snap out of it. "I mean, there has definitely been frustration on my part," Pollard recently told The Dallas Morning News' David Moore.

Will Texans' C.J. Stroud become first ex-Buckeyes QB to do this?

Since the common draft era started in 1967, Ohio State has had 14 quarterbacks drafted. None have made the Pro Bowl, but Houston's C.J. Stroud could become the first.

Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes promise Chiefs receiving corps is trending in right direction

Throughout the season, the Kansas City receiving corps has been the team's biggest weakness. However, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid insists it's making headway.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott on precipice of rare feat as QB seeks extension

If Prescott keeps thriving, it will likely persuade the Cowboys to reward him with a massive payday.

What happens to Justin Fields if Bears land No. 1 pick?

Entering rebuild mode with a young QB and letting Fields reboot his career elsewhere seems the right move for the franchise.

Broncos WR shares message for Russell Wilson critics

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton thinks it's time to stop berating quarterback Russell Wilson.

Why Cowboys' Tony Pollard is no longer an RB1 for fantasy players

After Cowboys running back Tony Pollard broke out and made his first Pro Bowl last season,  many fantasy experts thought he would be a surefire RB1. That hasn't been the case, though.

Insider suggests Raiders will move on from All-Pro

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs has regressed after a career year in 2022, so it wouldn't be a surprise if the Raiders let him walk this offseason.

Kelce brothers reportedly inspired new trend

The Kelce brothers' popularity is soaring, so it's not surprising that they seem to have set off a new trend.