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This has been discussed many times and I'm sure you could find a lot of relevant information by searching. Basically, if you are shooting action, not only won't IS help you, but you'll have it 'off' while shooting. Shooting action, your goal is to stop that action, and shutter speed is the one thing that matters most in this regard. IS won't help you stop action, and most believe it slows down AF enough that keeping it off is the best way to go. Will the 70-200 lens give you better results than the 85? Well if your results with the 85 are dependent on shooting faster than f/2.8, the zoom will be a disadvantage. Beyond that, there are good reasons why this particular lens is a part of the kit of most sports photographers. It's a great lens and very versatile. Are you looking at the Mark II or original? The original is no slouch. Final thought: you might find it easier to shoot the 70-200 without a monopod.
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