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Zac Wassink

Zac Wassink is a longtime sports news writer and PFWA member who began his career in 2006 and has had his work featured on Yardbarker, MSN, Yahoo Sports and Bleacher Report. He is also a football and futbol aficionado who is probably yelling about Tottenham Hotspur at the moment and who chanted for Matt Harvey to start the ninth inning of Game 5 of the 2015 World Series at Citi Field. You can find him on X at @ZacWassink

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Doc Rivers not sure if Ben Simmons will play in 76ers' season-opener vs. Pelicans

Rivers told reporters Monday he is going to "wait and see and watch" Simmons during practices before he decides if the 25-year-old will play.

Suns not offering Deandre Ayton a maximum contract?

Despite being a key contributor to Phoenix's surprise Finals run last season, Suns ownership reportedly does not feel Deandre Ayton is worth a max contract.

Browns QB Baker Mayfield has MRI, could miss Thursday game vs. Broncos

The Browns could be without their QB1 on Thursday. 

Cowboys nervous about Dak Prescott's calf injury?

The good news for Prescott and company is that the Cowboys are on their bye week, so everyone on the roster has some extra time to rest and get right for the showdown at the Minnesota Vikings on Halloween night. 

Ole Miss QB Matt Corral 'not in very good shape' to play vs. LSU?

Head coach Lane Kiffin said Corral's status for Saturday's game is in question.

Brewers' David Stearns, A's Billy Beane out of running for Mets' front office job

The Mets still need a new manager after parting ways with Luis Rojas but first must land one of the individuals who will be tasked with making that hire. 

Panthers coach Matt Rhule: Sam Darnold 'not playing well enough'

Darnold completed 17-of-41 passes for 207 yards with a touchdown and an interception against the Vikings, and he currently sits 23rd in the NFL with a 47.1 total QBR, per ESPN stats.

Seahawks spoke with Cam Newton as potential Russell Wilson fill-in

There is currently no indication Seattle plans to sign Newton.

Penguins captain Sidney Crosby out Tuesday vs. Stars

It was originally thought that Crosby would miss at least the campaign's first four games, and it's now confirmed that's the case. 

Browns RB Kareem Hunt, LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah expected to miss four to six weeks due to injury

The Cleveland Browns fell to 3-3 on the season via Sunday's 37-14 blowout loss to the unbeaten Arizona Cardinals and are the walking wounded heading into Thursday's prime-time showdown with the 3-3 Denver Broncos. 

Chargers wideout Mike Williams questionable (knee) to play vs. Ravens

What's concerning is that Williams missed three straight practices because of the issue. 

Giants QB Daniel Jones cleared to face Rams; Saquon Barkley, Kenny Golladay both out

Daniel Jones will be under center, but he'll be missing two of his weapons.

Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin suspended one game for punching Lightning's Mathieu Joseph

While Larkin responded to what he probably believed was a dirty hit delivered by Joseph, Friday's update reminds everybody that the retaliation is often more costly than the original crime.

76ers All-Star Ben Simmons out for preseason finale at Pistons

Since he had been away from training camp, Simmons has been ruled out of Friday's exhibition because of what the 76ers referred to as "reconditioning." 

Ravens' Rashod Bateman to debut, replace hurt Sammy Watkins vs. Chargers

Ravens rookie receiver and first-round draft pick Rashod Bateman is expected to make his official NFL debut this Sunday.

Browns All-Pro Myles Garrett on QB tombstones: 'I'm kind of a troll, a little bit'

Signal-callers who have opposed Garrett this fall have had little to laugh about during games.

Zach Ertz knew Eagles were going to trade him before loss to Buccaneers?

The 30-year-old who had been with the Eagles since they selected him in the second round of the 2013 NFL Draft finished his last Philadelphia outing with four catches for 29 yards and the team's first score of the evening.

Panthers RB Christian McCaffrey out vs. Vikings

The update is hardly surprising, as McCaffrey was missing during the open portion of Thursday's practice session, and the Panthers confirmed later in the day he was held out.

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa '100% ready' to play vs. Jaguars in London

One can understand why Tagovailoa is so eager to show what he can do for the first time since he guided the Dolphins to a season-opening win against the New England Patriots.

Red Wings' Dylan Larkin facing suspension for punching Tampa Bay's Mathieu Joseph?

Detroit Red Wings forward Dylan Larkin may find himself a spectator heading into the weekend following Thursday's 7-6 overtime loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning.

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson returns to practice ahead of Chargers game

Baltimore Ravens fans can breathe sighs of relief ahead of Sunday's showdown with the 4-1 Los Angeles Chargers.

Giants HC Joe Judge: 'Appears' QB Daniel Jones will play vs. Rams

The final decision is technically out of Judge's hands, as the third-year pro must first be cleared by an independent neurologist before he can suit up.

Browns RB Nick Chubb to miss Cardinals game due to calf injury

The 3-2 Cleveland Browns delivered good news ahead of Sunday's home game against the unbeaten Arizona Cardinals when they designated wide receiver Jarvis Landry, who went on injured reserve with a sprained MCL on Sept.

Tom Brady now hinting he could play until he's 55?

Brady mentioned his family as one reason he could ride off into the sunset after the 2023 campaign. Perhaps those close to him have said they don't want him to call time on his unprecedented career if he believes he can still win the biggest games on the sport's biggest stages.

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa on track to start vs. Jaguars in London

In his lone full contest of the season, to date, Tagovailoa completed 16-of-27 passes for 202 yards with a touchdown and an interception in the campaign-opening win over the New England Patriots.