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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

Francisco Lindor addresses Juan Soto's struggles, turnaround

Outfielder Juan Soto has looked more like his star self over the past few weeks after he struggled over the first two months of his New York Mets tenure.

Ravens' Lamar Jackson again defends Mark Andrews over mistakes in playoff loss

Quarterback Lamar Jackson was one of several Baltimore Ravens players who came to the defense of Mark Andrews this past January after the tight end committed a pair of costly mistakes in Baltimore's 27-25 divisional-round playoff loss at the Buffalo Bills and he reiterated those thoughts Tuesday.

Did Steelers really want Justin Fields over Aaron Rodgers for 2025 season?

A previous report suggested that the Steelers only pivoted to pursuing Rodgers in free agency after they failed to trade for Matthew Stafford of the Rams and re-sign Fields.

T.J. Watt, Steelers reportedly agree on big thing amid contract saga

Is there something the parties can build on as they look to reach an agreement?

Sterling Shepard discusses what Buccaneers gave Baker Mayfield after Browns, Panthers stints

Shepard recently spoke with Ira Kaufman of the JoeBucsFan website about how the Buccaneers helped Mayfield bounce back from the struggles he endured during stints with the Cleveland Browns and Carolina Panthers.

Insider shares theory about Browns' alleged unique QB idea for 2025 season

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio shared a theory regarding why discussions about the Browns' alleged plans for their quarterback situation intensified following the team's mandatory minicamp, which concluded on June 12. 

Giants' Brian Daboll adds to Jaxson Dart hype during mandatory minicamp

Daboll offered praise of Dart as the quarterback continues his transition to the NFL.

NFL coordinator, scout praise Commanders for Laremy Tunsil move

The Commanders acquired Tunsil as they look to build on last season's surprise run to the NFC Championship Game.

AFC executive reacts to Browns passing on Travis Hunter, Abdul Carter with future in mind

Cleveland ultimately grabbed defensive tackle Mason Graham at pick No. 5 before the club drafted running back Quinshon Judkins at selection No. 36.

Insider addresses if George Pickens will stay 'in line' with Cowboys

The Cowboys' acquisition of George Pickens could go down as one of the best NFL transactions of the spring if he remains fully dedicated to the cause.

Why NFL coach, executive are high on Steelers starting Aaron Rodgers in 2025

Rodgers accepted a team-friendly contract to join the Steelers earlier in June after his two seasons with the Jets did not go as he or that organization had hoped.

Christian Kirk makes bold prediction about where C.J. Stroud will 'take' 2025 Texans

The Texans' 2024 season was somewhat of a disappointment, considering many viewed the club as a Super Bowl contender last summer. 

Browns reporters expand on update of Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett competition

The competition also features 2025 third-round draft pick Dillon Gabriel and 2025 fifth-round choice Shedeur Sanders.

Why Steelers aren't worried about Aaron Rodgers learning Arthur Smith's offense

Some analysts and former players criticized Rodgers for waiting until early June to officially join the Steelers, as they felt Rodgers should've spent the offseason program learning the system run by Smith.

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer discusses relationship with Micah Parsons amid contract talks

The first-year Cowboys head coach touched upon his relationship with Parsons during a recent chat with NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated.

Reporter seems to refute claim about Browns' alleged Kenny Pickett, Joe Flacco plans

It seems in the closing days of spring that the Browns could carry four active quarterbacks on their Week 1 roster.

Insider gets real about Titans' alleged QB competition between Cam Ward, Will Levis

Individuals within the Titans, such as GM Mike Borgonzi and HC Brian Callahan, have tried their best to convince outsiders they're holding a legitimate competition for the team's starting QB job.

Dolphins' Zach Wilson discusses what he took away from failed Jets tenure

Wilson's tenure with the Jets was nothing short of a disaster. 

Insider shares how Aaron Rodgers is fitting in with Steelers

Rodgers signed a team-friendly contract to join the Steelers in time to participate in their three-day mandatory minicamp last week.

Why Mets aren't worried about Francisco Lindor toe injury ahead of summer

Lindor suffered a broken pinky toe when he was hit by a pitch during the June 4 game against the Dodgers.

Browns' Myles Garrett makes big statement about Micah Parsons' desire for extension from Cowboys

Garrett weighed in on Parsons' desire for a new contract from the Cowboys.

Buccaneers insider discusses Todd Bowles hot seat rumors ahead of 2025 season

Bowles seems to perennially find himself in rumors regarding his job security.