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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

Will Patriots change playing style of Drake Maye after concussion?

Maye was removed from the Patriots' Week 8 game shortly after he took a hit as he completed a feet-first slide at the end of a scramble late in the contest's first quarter. 

Latest trade update suggests Panthers have made Bryce Young decision

Have the Panthers already decided what they're going to do with Young?

Former GM makes big claim about Tom Brady's relationships with Raiders, Fox

The former GM discussed what could lead to Brady eventually having to make a choice between broadcasting and his role with the Raiders.

NFL executives react to Colts benching Anthony Richardson for Joe Flacco

The decision to sit Richardson continues to draw a wide array of opinions.

Why former executive doesn't see Jets turning things around under Jeff Ulbrich

Jets owner Woody Johnson fired head coach Robert Saleh earlier this month in an apparent attempt to give what was a 2-3 club some type of spark. 

Steelers QBs coach dismisses claims about what Justin Fields could do as starter

The Steelers replaced Fields with Russell Wilson as their starting quarterback beginning with the Week 7 game against the New York Jets.

Jaguars' Doug Pederson shares advice for Eagles' Nick Sirianni amid job security rumors

Ahead of this Sunday's game between the Jaguars and Eagles, Doug Pederson shared some advice for Nick Sirianni.

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa claps back at critics about botched shotgun snap

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa received some criticism after his inability to catch a shotgun snap resulted in a safety during this past Sunday's

Reports update job security of Yankees' Aaron Boone after World Series meltdown

Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner appears to be running it back with Aaron Boone for at least another year. 

Draft guru shares advice for young quarterbacks after Anthony Richardson benching

A handful of quarterbacks drafted since 2021 have been benched and/or discarded by clubs that spent first-round draft picks on those signal-callers.

Juan Soto addresses if he'll take discount to sign with Yankees, Mets

Will Soto give a New York team a discount in an effort to stay in the Big Apple?

Insider shares huge Browns update amid trade-deadline rumors

Who could be on the move for the Browns at the trade deadline?

Colts' Anthony Richardson addresses 'tired' controversy, benching

It's been a rough few days for Richardson, and the beleaguered quarterback addressed his circumstances on Wednesday.

Super Bowl MVP discusses if firing of Robert Saleh made Jets defense worse

The Jets surrendered two fourth-quarter scoring drives against backup New England Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett in this past Sunday's 25-22 loss that dropped Gang Green to 2-6. 

Colts HC dismisses claims about Anthony Richardson, Joe Flacco decision

The Colts had several potential reasons for benching Richardson, but his coach is insisting only one came into play in making the decision.

Giants rookie shares worrisome comment amid Brian Daboll rumors

The Giants fell to 2-6 on the season via this past Monday's 26-18 loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

NFL insider expands on why Colts benched Anthony Richardson

It sounds like the Colts had their choice of reasons for benching Richardson.

Why Steelers legend loves current Russell Wilson, Justin Fields situation

Ben Roethlisberger explained during the latest edition of his podcast that he thinks sitting behind Russell Wilson "is only gonna benefit" Justin Fields. 

Is Jalen Hurts haunted by Eagles' collapse during 2023 season?

Jalen Hurts insisted during a recent chat with Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk that he "absolutely" isn't haunted by what occurred last season. 

Tank Dell addresses Texans' injury woes ahead of Jets game

Dell will serve as Houston's No. 1 wide receiver with both Nico Collins and Stefon Diggs sidelined because of injuries when the Texans play the Jets on Thursday night. 

Patriots captain thinks Jerod Mayo can follow in footsteps of Lions' Dan Campbell

While New England undeniably is still in the early days of a needed roster rebuild, the hope is that promising rookie quarterback Drake Maye will help accelerate that process. 

Insider expands on why Russell Wilson is thriving with Steelers

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin and offensive coordinator Arthur Smith helped Russell Wilson turn the clock back and play like a QB1 who could guide Pittsburgh on a postseason run.

Aaron Rodgers hoping unique 'fountain of youth' helps save Jets' season

The future Hall of Famer is dealing with injuries to both of his knees, a low ankle sprain and a hamstring issue this fall. 

Analyst rips Jets' Aaron Rodgers while praising Steelers' Russell Wilson

The Jets seemingly can't move on from their Rodgers era soon enough, while the Steelers may only get better as Wilson continues to shake off the rust he accumulated over the campaign's first month and a half.

Former QB offers advice to Colts' Anthony Richardson amid 'tired' controversy

Former NFL signal-caller and current analyst Chase Daniel offered Anthony Richardson some advice regarding postgame media obligations.