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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 QB Andy Dalton going on Reserve/COVID-19 list, will miss Sunday's game vs. Pittsburgh

Dalton missed last Sunday's loss to the division-rival Philadelphia Eagles because he was in the concussion protocol following a brutal hit delivered by Washington Football Team linebacker Jon Bostic on Oct. 25.

Red Wings sign Anthony Mantha to four-year extension

The 26-year-old appeared in 43 regular-season games and finished the campaign third on the team in goals (16), assists (22) and points (38).

Mississippi State RB Kylin Hill officially opts out to prepare for NFL Draft

He gained 58 yards on 15 rushing attempts this year but missed the Oct. 17 game against the Texas A&M Aggies and last Saturday's contest versus the Alabama Crimson Tide for undisclosed reasons.

Packers' Jamaal Williams, Kamal Martin out against 49ers due to COVID-19

Veteran Tyler Ervin, who has four carries this season, could become Green Bay's emergency top back and share work with practice-squad player Dexter Williams against the Niners.

Report: NFL has 16-team playoff contingency plan

It appears the NFL has a plan if future games are canceled because of issues related to the pandemic. 

Liberty guard Sabrina Ionescu undergoes ankle surgery

The New York Liberty confirmed on Monday that star guard Sabrina Ionescu underwent surgery to remove scar tissue behind her ankle.  New York selected Ionescu

Bryson DeChambeau to wear DraftKings logo at Masters

Reigning U.S. Open champion Bryson DeChambeau continues to make news ahead of the Masters tournament that begins Nov. 12. 

Seahawks DE Damontre' Moore suspended six games

ESPN's Brady Henderson reported on Monday afternoon that Seattle Seahawks veteran defensive end Damontre' Moore has been suspended six games by the NFL

Ravens' John Harbaugh admits Marquise Brown is 'probably a little frustrated'

Brown caught five of six passes thrown his way for 101 yards in the season-opening blowout win over the Cleveland Browns but hasn't hit the triple-digit mark since. He has only two touchdowns in Baltimore's seven games. 

Katlyn Chookagian versus Cynthia Calvillo to be added to UFC 255

UFC is finalizing a fight between Katlyn Chookagian (14-4-0) and Cynthia Calvillo (9-1-1) for the UFC 255 show held on Nov. 21 at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas. 

Eagles' Doug Pederson sticking with Carson Wentz as starting QB

Wentz committed four turnovers and completed 15-of-27 passes for a paltry 123 yards with two touchdowns in the winning effort, but he ended the evening with a total QBR of 29.6. 

Jaguars to start rookie QB Jake Luton vs. Texans

With the Jaguars closer to earning the first pick of next year's draft and the right to select Clemson Tigers superstar QB Trevor Lawrence than to a playoff berth, Marrone giving a rookie the keys to the offense makes sense.

Ole Miss tight end DaMarcus Thomas airlifted to hospital after injury in practice

Kiffin, who was visibly shaken during his media availability, didn't want to speak about Thomas' potential return to a football field. 

49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo out indefinitely with ankle sprain

Additionally, All-Pro tight end George Kittle is expected to miss up to eight weeks with a broken bone in his foot. 

Report: Tim Means replacing Robbie Lawler to fight Mike Perry at UFC 255

Means won two of his last three fights, the most recent being a victory over Laureano Staropoli via unanimous decision in August. The 36-year-old will be competing in the Octagon for the third time this year.

Browns expect to have Myles Garrett for Nov. 15 game vs. Texans

The Cleveland Browns could've lost more than just a game to the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday afternoon, as star pass-rusher Myles Garrett limped through what was later reported to be a knee injury.

Browns meeting remotely after player reports COVID-19 symptoms

November is starting poorly for the Cleveland Browns.  Less than 24 hours after the Browns dropped a home game to the Las Vegas Raiders to fall to 5-3

Could MLS legend Robbie Keane be the next LA Galaxy manager?

The LA Galaxy may be looking to their past to right the ship. Four days after the Galaxy parted ways with Guillermo Barros Schelotto, a familiar face has popped up as a possible candidate to helm the team.

Report: Packers rookie RB AJ Dillon out for Thursday after positive COVID-19 test

ESPN's Rob Demovsky is reporting that Green Bay Packers rookie running back AJ Dillon will miss Thursday night's game against the San Francisco 49ers after

Pitt safety Paris Ford opts out of remainder of college season

Pittsburgh Panthers head coach Pat Narduzzi confirmed on Monday that star safety Paris Ford is opting out of the remainder of the college football season.

Reports: 11 Ajax players test positive for COVID-19 ahead of Champions League clash

Dutch Eredivisie side Ajax will be without 11 players for Tuesday's Champions League match at Midtjylland after they tested positive for COVID-19.  Per

Raptors comment on alleged assault by Terence Davis

Toronto Raptors guard Terence Davis was arrested in New York City on Tuesday after a 20-year-old woman said to be Davis' girlfriend alleged he hit her in the face following a verbal altercation. 

Injured Paris Saint-Germain star Neymar wants to play for Brazil in November

Paris Saint-Germain star forward Neymar could miss up to a month of action because of a groin injury. However, the 28-year-old wants to feature for Brazil in next month's World Cup qualifiers

Jason Pierre-Paul: 'I'm going to destroy the Giants'

Jason Pierre-Paul has not forgotten about being traded by the New York Giants in March 2018. He's ready to face his former employer in East Rutherford on Monday evening.

Vikings Pro Bowl RB Dalvin Cook (groin) expected to play vs. Packers

Cook is officially listed as questionable heading into the weekend but should be Minnesota's lead back barring a last-second setback.