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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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NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Man sentenced to 10 weeks in prison for racially abusing England footballers

Jonathon Best was sentenced to 10 weeks in prison after he pleaded guilty "to sending by public communication network a grossly offensive or indecent or obscene or menacing message or matter."

QB Joe Burrow: Bengals have put loss to Jets 'behind us'

Burrow told reporters Wednesday his club is moving on and concentrating on this coming Sunday's pivotal divisional showdown against the 4-4 Cleveland Browns.

Minnesota Gophers extend head coach P.J. Fleck through 2028 season

Fleck first joined the program in 2017 and holds an overall record of 32-21. His teams have won 24 of their last 34 games. 

Texans GM Nick Caserio on Deshaun Watson: 'We'll evaluate that situation as me move along'

Following Tuesday, Watson now cannot officially be traded before the new league year opens in March. One can only guess if his legal issues will be settled by next spring before the 2022 NFL Draft.  

Giants facing possible COVID-19 outbreak ahead of Raiders game

Giants coach Joe Judge confirmed Wednesday that a total of 13 players, coaches and other personnel tested positive for COVID-19 on Tuesday.

Cavaliers' Lauri Markkanen in health protocols, out indefinitely

NBA insider Shams Charania reports Markkanen will likely be out of action for "several games" following Wednesday's development.

Pittsburgh senior guard Nike Sibande out for season with torn ACL

According to Craig Meyer of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, Sibande could apply for a medical redshirt and attempt to return for the 2022-23 college campaign.

Broncos GM: Trading Von Miller to Rams a 'win-win'

Denver general manager George Paton told reporters following Tuesday's NFL trade deadline that the move could ultimately benefit everyone involved.

Kansas forward Jalen Wilson suspended three regular-season games after DUI arrest

Kansas Jayhawks sophomore forward Jalen Wilson was arrested on suspicion of DUI over this past weekend.

Broncos TE Noah Fant tests positive for COVID-19?

He shares the team lead with three touchdown catches on the season. 

Report: Ben Simmons won't speak with 76ers doctors about mental readiness to play

Disgruntled 76ers star Ben Simmons hasn't yet met with team doctors to discuss his mental readiness to participate in the 2021-22 NBA season.

Rams release former Pro Bowl WR DeSean Jackson

Jackson's time in Los Angeles didn't work out as hoped. 

Mets ace Jacob deGrom blames MRI for aggravated forearm injury?

Injuries derailed what could have been a historic season for deGrom.

Browns, Saints discussed Odell Beckham Jr. trade that never materialized?

It appears Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield and unsettled wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will need to resolve any differences between the two as soon as possible. 

Titans RB Derrick Henry has successful foot surgery

The Titans responded to losing Henry by signing veteran and future Hall of Famer Adrian Peterson to their practice squad.

QB Philip Rivers would 'listen' to Saints after Jameis Winston injury?

The veteran QB remains open to a return to the field. 

Report: Georgia Southern could hire Clay Helton as head coach this week

Clay Helton became available when the USC Trojans relieved him of his duties in September after just the second game and first loss of the season. 

Reports: Deshaun Watson staying put after Dolphins decide against trade

It sounds like the Dolphins have decided to no longer pursue a Watson trade as the QB is likely to remain with the Texans into the offseason. 

NFL denies claim from Giants HC Joe Judge that headsets went out vs. Chiefs

Following Monday's loss, Judge generated headlines by saying his team has dealt with communication setbacks throughout the campaign. 

Canadiens expect star goaltender Carey Price to return 'soon' from player assistance program

The Montreal Canadiens began the 2021-22 NHL season at 2-8-0 without having the services of star goaltender Carey Price, who entered the NHL/NHL Players' Association player assistance program back on Oct. 7.

Report: Jets add QB Zach Wilson's personal coach to staff

Beck was on the sideline for the victory over Cincinnati and is expected to attend future games through the remainder of the campaign. The Jets didn't comment on Beck's exact role with the organization.

Cleveland begins removal of 'Indians' from scoreboard ahead of Guardians rebrand

A new Guardians sign will replace the scoreboard's old logo before Opening Day 2022. 

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones: Dak Prescott 'should be ready to go' vs. Broncos

Prescott is currently scheduled to be "full go" for Thursday's practice, but it nevertheless wouldn't be shocking if head coach Mike McCarthy sits his QB1 for one more week with the division title race largely appearing settled well before Thanksgiving.

Warriors center James Wiseman cleared for full-team practices

Warriors center James Wiseman averaged 11.5 points and 5.8 rebounds per game as a rookie in 2020-21 but hasn't yet made his debut for the current campaign after he underwent surgery to repair a right meniscal tear on April 15.

Seahawks QB Russell Wilson has pin removed from finger

Seattle Seahawks star quarterback Russell Wilson underwent surgery last month to repair an injury to the middle finger on his throwing hand and has been sidelined for the past three games.