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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

Broncos hire a former Broncos head coach as new DC

Per Fox Sports and NFL Network's Peter Schrager, the Broncos have hired former Denver head coach Vance Joseph as their defensive coordinator. Ironically, this isn't the first time Denver's hired a former Broncos HC to fill the DC role.

DeAndre Hopkins working out with former Cowboys WR

Perhaps DeAndre Hopkins bought a Dez Byant recruiting pitch after recently training with the former Cowboys wideout.

Insider names Raiders' potential last resort at quarterback

NBC Sports' Mike Florio explained that Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels liked the QB when he scouted him before the draft.

Denver Broncos could use late-round gem in 2023 NFL Draft

With no picks until the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, the Denver Broncos must find high-impact players in the lower rounds to fulfill their need at running back.

Cowboys should target this Denver WR

Dallas and Denver should make a deal because each has something the other wants.

Raiders GM Dave Ziegler provides surprising QB update

On Monday, Raiders general manager Dave Ziegler gave a surprising update about the organization's future at quarterback.

Cowboys interested in another QB heading into combine

The links to QBs in the draft signal Dallas is considering a future without Dak Prescott. The combine may reveal if the Cowboys are serious about moving on.

Three reasons to be optimistic about the Denver Broncos

If the Broncos' young pieces come together, they could ride back into playoff contention despite a 5-12 record in 2022.

Three reasons to be optimistic about the Los Angeles Chargers

In 2022, the Chargers won 10 games for only the third time since 2008 and made their first playoff appearance since 2018, signaling they're on the verge of something big. Here are three reasons to be optimistic about the Chargers.

Three reasons to be optimistic about the Las Vegas Raiders

The roster is better than the 6-11 record in 2022 indicates.

Three reasons to be optimistic about the Kansas City Chiefs

More championships could be in the Chiefs' future because their elite core is returning, just one reason Kansas City can feel highly optimistic heading into 2023.

Cowboys reportedly 'intrigued' by first-round QB prospect

Barring any draft-day fall, Stroud is outside of the Cowboys' range. Per Tankathon, Indianapolis will select Stroud with the fourth pick in the 2023 NFL Draft well before Dallas, who has the 27th pick.

Patriots QB could be trade target for Raiders

McDaniels, who was the Patriots OC for 13 seasons, likes QBs who know his system. Working with the 24-year-old QB again might tempt McDaniels. 

Longtime Cowboys fan Jaxon Smith-Njigba could be worthwhile first-round risk for Dallas

Despite the risk, Dallas may roll the dice and select longtime Dallas Cowboys fan and former Ohio State wideout Jaxon Smith-Njigba with the 26th pick in the 2023 NFL Draft.

Pro Bowl RB could be a free-agent bargain for Broncos

Pairing Miles Sanders with Javonte Williams after he returns from a torn ACL could form another powerful RB duo for Sean Payton and give Denver an offensive driving force.  

Do the Cowboys face a choice between Bijan Robinson and Ezekiel Elliott?

Elliott will "figure out his value at the (NFL scouting) combine" before restructuring his contract, Adam Schefter recently said on ESPN's "NFL Live." However, some believe the Cowboys should cut ties and draft the 2022 Doak Walker Award winner instead. 

Dak Prescott: Expect a '20 to 30 percent change' in Dallas offense under Mike McCarthy

According to Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott, head coach Mike McCarthy won't remodel the offense but will make significant tweaks.

Broncos might pull another ex-coach away from TV

It appears as though the Broncos may be going back to the former coach/current TV analyst well to fill another vacancy on their staff.

Will the Cowboys finally select their Jason Witten successor in 2023 NFL Draft?

Pro Football Focus' Michael Renner sees shades of the Cowboys all-time receiving leader in Notre Dame TE Michael Mayer. 

Broncos All-Pro LT not on the trade block despite previous report

Hold your horses, Denver. Garett Bolles isn't trade bait.

Three QB targets for Raiders after release of Derek Carr

On Tuesday, the Raiders released Derek Carr, leaving them without a viable starter at quarterback. The only QB under contract is Chase Garbers, 23, who has zero career pass attempts. Here are three options for the team now that the position needs to be better filled.

Time for the Cowboys to acquire DeAndre Hopkins?

Arizona's regime change may place DeAndre Hopkins on the offseason trading block, making him a prime target for the Cowboys, who need a No. 2 option alongside CeeDee Lamb. 

The ramifications of Derek Carr's expected release

The Raiders and Derek Carr are breaking up on Valentine's Day.

How Broncos can develop a Russell Wilson contingency plan

Denver hiring Sean Payton doesn't guarantee Russell Wilson is saved, so the Broncos should bring in another QB as a contingency plan.

Micah Parsons makes bold Super Bowl prediction while recruiting elite DL

The 2022 NFL season ended on Sunday, and Parsons started the offseason by immediately fueling the Cowboys hype train, making a Super Bowl prediction.