If the fuel filter is clogged, or a new filter is installed backwards, it will prevent the fuel from reaching the combustion chamber and prevent the veficle from starting.
A blown fuse
Sure, a completely clogged filter can stop the flow of fuel.
You will need to remove the fuel filter and see if you can blow through it. The filter can be found inside the drivers side frame rail behind the cab. You will have to slid in under the truck and look up in the frame rail to see it. Yes it can stop the engine from starting.
The fuel filter could cause a start and stall. Other causes could include the fuel pump, computer, various sensors, and ignition system.
A plugged up fuel filter.
it could be a bad fuel filter and fuel pump
Could be a fuel delivery problem like a plugged fuel filter.
A plugged fuel filter can reduce or completely block the flow of fuel.
Lack of fuel and or lack of fuel pressure, causes could be a faulty fuel pump, faulty fuel pressure regulator or dirty fuel filter.
Could be a very dirty fuel filter or a failing fuel pump. Try replacing the fuel filter first.
the fuel pump or the fuel filter
If fuel cannot get through the fuel filter, it will stop running.