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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

Cowboys' Demarcus Lawrence has broken foot, out multiple weeks

Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence suffered a broken foot during Wednesday's practice and is set to be out for multiple weeks.

Angels on verge of shutting three-time MVP Mike Trout down?

Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout has been trying to return from the calf strain that first sidelined him May 17 throughout the summer and was hoping to get in at least some at-bats before the regular-season finale.

Ravens' Marlon Humphrey didn't know he may have had interception vs. Raiders

Humphrey seemingly wasn't aware the ball never touched the ground during a play made in the first quarter and simply relinquished control of it without ever securing what could've been ruled a catch and turnover.

Astros' Michael Brantley placed on IL with knee discomfort

It was originally hoped Brantley may be cleared to return on Friday night, if only as a designated hitter, but that will no longer be an option. 

Did Raiders break NFL rule by not disclosing Marcus Mariota injury?

The Raiders never officially announced Mariota was injured, which would be a violation of NFL rules for reporting such setbacks assuming the signal-caller was hurt. 

Report: 76ers 'expecting,' 'hoping' All-Star Ben Simmons to return to team

It's been said the 76ers want one All-Star, draft choices and pick swaps for Simmons, and it appears no buyer is willing to match that price. 

Cardinals' Chandler Jones confirms trade request, committed to playing his 'best' football

Chandler Jones admitted Wednesday he had requested a trade but added he's not letting the situation distract him when he's on the field. 

Mets' Noah Syndergaard throws batting practice for first time since COVID-19 pause

Syndergaard hasn't appeared in an MLB game since 2019, as he underwent Tommy John surgery in March 2020, missed the entire pandemic-shortened season, and then had his rehab halted in May after he experienced a setback.

49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo: Loss of RB Raheem Mostert 'really sucks'

Garoppolo added praise for ball-carriers Elijah Mitchell, JaMycal Hasty and Trey Sermon.

Browns QB Baker Mayfield: Loss at Chiefs 'needs to sting'

Mayfield and company will try to rebound for this coming Sunday's home opener against the Houston Texans.

Kyrie Irving would 'retire' if Nets tried to trade him?

There's little reason the Nets should want to break this "big three" up ahead of the fall months.

Matt Ryan not thinking about Super Bowl loss to Tom Brady ahead of Falcons-Buccaneers game

Ryan said he and his current teammates need to focus on the task at hand without looking back at what could have been.

Six-time Pro Bowl Raiders DT Gerald McCoy suffers another season-ending injury

McCoy earned six Pro Bowl nods across nine seasons during his best days with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last decade and then tallied five sacks as a member of the Carolina Panthers in 2019.

Giants TE Evan Engram out, RB Saquon Barkley questionable Thursday night at Washington

Barring an unexpected update, it's believed Barkley will take the field Thursday night, but it remains unclear how many touches he'll get on such a short turnaround. 

Browns WR Odell Beckham Jr. out Sunday vs. Texans

Beckham traveled with the Browns for their Week 1 showdown with the Kansas City Chiefs and even completed pregame workouts at Arrowhead Stadium ahead of kickoff but did not play.

Paris Saint-Germain expect Kylian Mbappe to sign extension

It's long been said Mbappe dreams of playing in Madrid, won't extend his stay with PSG past the current campaign and could sign a pre-contract agreement with the Spanish giants in January.

Packers' Aaron Rodgers: Blowout loss to Saints 'a good learning lesson'

Green Bay suffered a humiliating 38-3 loss at the hands of the New Orleans Saints, but Aaron Rodgers and the Packers have already turned the page.

Mets' Jacob deGrom 'on track' to return late this season?

It's unknown if the Mets would have deGrom face MLB batters before spring training of next year if they can't qualify for the postseason by the time he's cleared to return. 

Raiders' Denzelle Good done for season due to torn ACL

Head coach Jon Gruden said earlier in the day that backup quarterback Marcus Mariota, defensive tackle Gerald McCoy and defensive end Yannick Ngakoue could also be dealing with long-term injury setbacks. 

Michael Conforto admits time with Mets might be coming to an end

Like so many Mets players, Conforto has failed to produce expected offensive numbers throughout what became a disappointing campaign.

Aaron Gordon agrees to four-year, $92M extension with Nuggets

In 50 regular-season games in 2020-21, Gordon averaged 12.4 points, 5.7 rebounds and 3.2 assists.

Report: Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy a candidate for USC opening

Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy is expected to emerge as a candidate for the USC job.

Could WR Josh Gordon soon be reinstated again?

Gordon's inability to remain eligible for an entire season since then made him one of the NFL's biggest "what could have been" stories of the past decade.

Penn State's James Franklin plays down USC speculation

Franklin's program began the season with back-to-back wins and is now preparing to face the No. 22 Auburn Tigers this Saturday night, so the coach understandably didn't want to discuss any job openings on Tuesday. 

Report: Deshaun Watson not a 'distraction' for Texans despite trade request, legal issues

The 26-year-old attends meetings and even serves as "an extra set of eyes" while aiding Taylor in film sessions.