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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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Cowboys QB Dak Prescott to be 'full go' for practice ahead of Broncos game

Dallas Cowboys starting quarterback Dak Prescott felt soreness in his strained right calf Friday and was ultimately ruled out of Sunday's game at the Minnesota Vikings.

Could Jets sit Zach Wilson in favor of Mike White?

White will start against the Colts in an attempt to remain in the lineup for the matchup versus the Buffalo Bills on Nov. 14. 

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray day-to-day with ankle injury

It's presumed backup Colt McCoy would start for Arizona if Murray can't go by the weekend. 

Cavaliers' Kevin Love in health protocols, out indefinitely

Love was a key contributor for the Cavs team that won the 2016 NBA Finals but has since encountered multiple injury setbacks and has been the subject of numerous trade rumors over the past couple of years.

Packers 'working extremely hard' to find trade ahead of deadline

It's unclear exactly what the Packers are seeking fewer than 24 hours before the deadline, which arrives at 4 p.m. ET Tuesday.

Barcelona star Sergio Aguero out at least three months after cardiac exam

Barcelona striker Sergio Aguero was admitted to the hospital for cardiac evaluation after he complained of chest pains in the first half of Saturday's 1-1 draw with Alaves. 

Browns' Kevin Stefanski: 'I need to do a better job' of getting OBJ involved

Beckham was targeted only once in the Browns' loss to the Steelers on Sunday.

Bruce Arians hints Buccaneers won't trade RB Ronald Jones

With the Titans needing a running back to replace Derrick Henry, it was presumed that Jones might be available.

Pelicans' Zion Williamson out at least another two to three weeks after foot surgery

The New Orleans Pelicans confirmed last month that star forward Zion Williamson would miss the start of the regular season after he required surgery to repair a fracture in his foot.

Titans signing RB Adrian Peterson to practice squad with Derrick Henry hurt

In the wake of Derrick Henry's injury, it's assumed Tennessee will ultimately elevate future Hall of Famer Adrian Peterson to the active roster, perhaps as soon as for this coming Sunday's game at the Los Angeles Rams. 

Dolphins HC Brian Flores: Tua Tagovailoa 'is our quarterback'

Last week, Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores reiterated previous comments and said that the plan is for Tua Tagovailoa to be his starting quarterback. It appears that has not changed.

Reports: Tottenham close to signing Antonio Conte after dismissal of Nuno Espirito Santo

It appears Tottenham already have a replacement in mind after the club dismissed former manager Nuno Espirito Santo after a 3-0 loss to Manchester United over the weekend.

Saints' Sean Payton: Acquiring a new QB 'a challenge' at this point of season

Saints head coach Sean Payton suggested the team won't be acquiring a different signal-caller this fall or ahead of Tuesday's NFL trade deadline in the wake of Jameis Winston's season-ending injury.

Penguins defenseman Kris Letang clears COVID-19 protocol, could play Thursday vs. Flyers

He could practice Wednesday and ultimately take the ice Thursday against Philadelphia after missing four games due to entering the protocol back on Oct. 23.

Titans RB Derrick Henry having foot surgery; no timetable for potential return

Titans RB and current MVP candidate Derrick Henry could miss the remainder of the season because of the foot injury he suffered in Sunday's 34-31 overtime victory over the Indianapolis Colts. 

Saints QB Jameis Winston out for season with torn ACL, damaged MCL

Trevor Siemian replaced Winston and completed 16-of-29 passes for 159 yards and one touchdown against the Buccaneers. Taysom Hill would've been Winston's backup but was sidelined because of a concussion he suffered earlier in October. 

Browns RT Jack Conklin out 'multiple weeks' with dislocated elbow

It's not the news the Browns were hoping for. 

Myles Garrett wants to send Steelers' Ben Roethlisberger off with a loss

Garrett has sacked Roethlisberger four times during his career and later admitted he's looking to accumulate "20+" quarterback takedowns over the 17-game season. 

Buccaneers' Antonio Brown (ankle) out vs. Saints

Brown has 29 catches for 418 yards and four touchdowns this season.

Seahawks concerned RB Chris Carson won't play again this season?

Carroll and company may soon decide shutting Carson down through the remainder of the campaign is what's best for everyone involved. 

49ers defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw has season-ending knee surgery

The 24-year-old was named to the Pro Football Writers of America All-Rookie Team for his play during the 2020 campaign.

Packers' Za'Darius Smith feels 'like a new man' after back surgery

It isn't all good news for Packers fans heading into the weekend, however, as it was learned earlier on Friday that starting tight end Robert Tonyan tore his left ACL and is out for the remainder of the season. 

Bears LB Khalil Mack out Sunday vs. 49ers

The Bears have ruled star pass-rusher Khalil Mack out for Sunday's showdown because of a foot injury that began bothering him early into the season.

Nets owner hopes Kyrie Irving gets vaccinated against COVID-19 'as soon as possible'

Nets owner Joe Tsai said he hopes Irving chooses to receive one of the safe and available vaccines "as soon as possible" but added he doesn't know when or if the 29-year-old will return to team activities.