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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

Former Jets teammate describes nice Aaron Rodgers gesture

Jets pass-rusher Jermaine Johnson had nothing but good things to say about former teammate Aaron Rodgers.

Old concern creeps up on Giants' Malik Nabers ahead of Commanders game

A somewhat concerning back injury and a lingering toe issue slowed Malik Nabers throughout the summer. One of those problems is impacting him once again.

Analyst offers advice for how Eagles' Nick Sirianni should address Jalen Carter spitting incident

The former Pittsburgh Steelers safety and current ESPN analyst believes Sirianni needs to send a message to Carter and others in the locker room as the team prepares for its Week 2 matchup at the Kansas City Chiefs on Sept. 14.

'Best guess' for how NFL will punish Eagles' Jalen Carter for spitting incident revealed

On Friday, NFL insider Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk revealed his "best guess" for how the league will punish Carter beyond Thursday's ejection.

How Panthers' Dave Canales repaired relationship with Bryce Young after 2024 benching

ESPN's David Newton detailed how Dave Canales and Bryce Young got back on the same page following all that occurred last fall. 

How Daniel Jones impressed Colts players, coaches en route to winning starting job

For a piece published on Friday, James Boyd of The Athletic detailed how Jones impressed his teammates and coaches en route to showing he deserved an opportunity to resurrect his career as Indianapolis' QB1.

Why Jared Goff 'pinches himself' over being Lions QB

Jared Goff shared some high praise for Dan Campbell amid the Lions' preparations for their opener at the rival Packers on Sunday. 

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield gets big wish granted ahead of Falcons game

Bucs' first-year offensive coordinator Josh Grizzard revealed that he plans to call plays on the sidelines until further notice. 

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes opens up about when he may retire

Patrick Mahomes addressed whether or not he could follow in the footsteps of Tom Brady and LeBron James as sports icons who continued to find success into their 40s. 

Do Browns regret keeping Myles Garrett after Micah Parsons trade?

During a recent chat with Terry Pluto of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Browns GM Andrew Berry addressed why Garrett will feature for the Browns when they open the season with a home game against the Cincinnati Bengals this coming Sunday, assuming his recent hip injury doesn't keep him out.

Giants make peculiar decision about Jaxson Dart, Jameis Winston ahead of Commanders game

The Giants' handling of backup signal-callers Dart and Winston generated headlines ahead of the weekend. 

Jets' Garrett Wilson shares big revelation about relationship with Steelers' Aaron Rodgers

While speaking with reporters on Thursday ahead of this coming Sunday's game between the Steelers and Jets, Wilson addressed his relationship with Rodgers.

Eagles' Jalen Carter, Cowboys' Dak Prescott address controversial spitting incidents

The most-discussed moment from Thursday night's regular-season opener between the Philadelphia Eagles and Dallas Cowboys involved Carter getting ejected for spitting on Prescott before Prescott took the game's first snap. 

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers reportedly could make huge 'Pat McAfee' call for 2025 season

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers became known for making weekly appearances on "The Pat McAfee Show" during NFL seasons long before he signed a team-friendly contract to join the Pittsburgh Steelers in June.

49ers GM reveals how Brock Purdy 'changed' after signing extension

49ers general manager John Lynch explained why he believes George Kittle's take about Brock Purdy will prove to be spot on. 

Eagles legend praises Nick Sirianni for bold Super Bowl banner-raising decision

At least one Eagles legend is on board with a decision made by Sirianni regarding the team raising the banner commemorating its Super Bowl victory.

Experts share bleak outlook for Aaron Rodgers' season with Steelers

Are the Steelers in for a disappointing campaign?

Chiefs' Travis Kelce addresses possibly being distracted after Taylor Swift engagement announcement

The three-time Super Bowl champion, who turns 36 years old this coming October, is in the final season of his contract.

Does 49ers' Brock Purdy still have chip on his shoulder after signing massive extension?

Does Purdy still have a chip on his shoulder after the validation provided by his massive contract extension?

How Bears' Caleb Williams has already 'grown' working with Ben Johnson

Williams endured more lows than highs during his rookie season. 

Mark Davis offers big update on Raiders' 2020 interest in Tom Brady

Brady ultimately joined the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in March 2020 and then guided that team to a Super Bowl title in his first season with the organization. 

Intriguing NFC team 'made a strong push' to trade for Packers' Micah Parsons

The Dallas Cowboys trading Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers on Aug. 28 may be the most-discussed story on NFL pregame shows throughout Week 1. It sounds as though an intriguing NFC team made an attempt to acquire the star defender.

Could Colts trade Anthony Richardson Sr. during 2025 season?

Richardson lost the competition for the Indianapolis starting job to free-agency signing Daniel Jones in August.

What Aaron Rodgers is telling Steelers teammates about 'revenge' storyline for Jets game

Pittsburgh opens the season with a matchup at the Jets, Rodgers' former team, this coming Sunday.

Ravens' Mark Andrews discusses returning to scene of playoff nightmare

In Baltimore's 27-25 divisional-round playoff loss at Buffalo in January, Andrews lost a fumble near midfield in the fourth quarter and then dropped a pass on what would have been a game-tying two-point conversion with 1:33 remaining in regulation.