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Kyle Dalton

Sports Editor

About

Kyle Dalton began covering sports in 1992 after he graduated from the University of Texas school of journalism. He published his book Burned Orange: Tom Penders and 10 Years at the University of Texas in 2000, and joined Sportscasting in 2020. Kyle expertly covers the NFL, NASCAR, and NCAA football. Kyle finds inspiration in the unscripted drama of sports, the compelling journeys and life stories of the athletes who play the games, and he enjoys reading the work of Mitch Albom. He is a rabid consumer of all sports on all platforms: TV, Twitter, podcasts, live events, and more.

Articles by Kyle Dalton (2305)

The Tragic Death of Beloved ESPN Anchor John Saunders

John Saunders was one of ESPN’s most versatile anchors covering a variety of sports including college football, college basktball, and the NHL. His unexpected death shocked the network and the sports world.

Kyle Dalton  •  28 Jun 2020
UFC Approves of Dustin Poirier and His Fight Outside of the Octagon

The UFC has officially approved of Dustin Poirier’s fight outside of the octagon naming him the recipient of the Forrest Griffin Community Award.

Kyle Dalton  •  27 Jun 2020
Michael Irvin’s White House Full of Sex, Drugs, and Plenty of Cowboys Players

Back in the 1990s when the Dallas Cowboys were winning Super Bowls, Michael Irvin oversaw a special house that was filled with sex, drugs, and lots of women.

Kyle Dalton  •  27 Jun 2020
The Future of U.S. Soccer Looks Bright with Giovanni Reyna Leading the Way

U.S. men’s soccer has struggled in recent years including missing the World Cup. That could change with bright young star Giovanni Reyna leading the way.

Kyle Dalton  •  27 Jun 2020
Troy Aikman’s Hall of Fame Career Came to a Devastating End on 1 Play

On his way to winning three Super Bowls with the Dallas Cowboys, Troy Aikman took some big hits. One of those devastating hits ended his Hall of Fame career.

Kyle Dalton  •  26 Jun 2020
Shaquille O’Neal Emotionally Details First Time He Met Kobe Bryant and 1 Thing He Wishes He Could Tell Him Today

Shaquille O’Neal emotionally described his relationship with Kobe Bryant to Jimmy Fallon including the first time they met and the one thing he wishes he could tell his former teammate today.

Kyle Dalton  •  26 Jun 2020
James Harden Used His Massive Wealth to Become an Owner of the Houston Dynamo

James Harden has followed the example of LeBron James and invested millions and become an owner of a professional soccer team.

Kyle Dalton  •  25 Jun 2020
The Disappearance of No. 2 Overall Pick in the 2011 NBA Draft Derrick Williams

The Minnesota Timberwolves selected Derrick Williams with the No. 2 pick in the 2011 NBA draft. He played for the Lakers in 2018 and has since disappeared from the NBA.

Kyle Dalton  •  25 Jun 2020
The Tragic Death of 49ers Dwight Clark Who Made ‘The Catch’

San Francisco 49ers receiver Dwight Clark’s name is synonymous with “The Catch” and the winning touchdown over the Dallas Cowboys in the 1981 NFC Championship. Sadly, in 2018, Clark lost his battle with ALS and died at age 61.

Kyle Dalton  •  25 Jun 2020
Former Lakers Top Pick Javaris Crittenton Joined LA Gang, Killed Woman, and Now in Prison

Former LA Lakers top pick Javaris Crittenton joined a gang soon after arriving in LA. That affiliation led to trouble and Crittenton shot and killed a 22-year-old woman. He’s now serving 23 years in prison.

Kyle Dalton  •  24 Jun 2020