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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

Why Jaguars HC Liam Coen is thankful he had 'honest conversations' with Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield

The Bucs hired Coen as their OC in February 2024, and his work with Mayfield over a single campaign helped Coen become the Jaguars' new head coach this offseason. 

How Browns reportedly view Kenny Pickett ahead of 2025 NFL Draft

Where does Pickett fit into the Browns' plans at the quarterback position?

Insider makes big claim about Vikings' Aaron Rodgers interest amid Steelers' wait

Is Rodgers wasting his time waiting for a call from the Vikings?

Jets insider goes against Jaxson Dart rumors in latest mock draft

Throughout the spring, multiple reporters and analysts have suggested that the New York Jets could make Dart the seventh overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft even though the club signed Justin Fields to a two-year, $40M deal with $30M guaranteed early in free agency. 

NFC East team tried to lure Rob Gronkowski out of retirement — again

"He can’t get me out of retirement, but he would have the best chance to get me out of retirement," Rob Gronkowski said of Brian Daboll.

Analyst addresses Jalen Milroe's potential fit with Steelers amid Aaron Rodgers uncertainty

During a recent appearance on "The Mina Kimes Show," former quarterback and current football analyst Nate Tice of Yahoo Sports touched upon how Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith could develop Milroe.

Why Geno Smith deal doesn't take Raiders out of Shedeur Sanders draft conversations

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio shared how the exact details of Geno Smith's deal leave the door slightly cracked regarding the Raiders possibly drafting Shedeur Sanders. 

Falcons insider addresses why Browns, Kirk Cousins talk has quieted down

Recent reports have indicated a Browns-Kirk Cousins marriage is now either unlikely or off the table.

Analyst shares worrisome evaluations of Cam Ward, Shedeur Sanders, Jaxson Dart

As of the first Friday of April, it seemed to be a realistic possibility that a quarterback class previously thought to be weak could become responsible for three signal-callers taken in the first nine picks of the 2025 NFL Draft.

How Browns, Giants or Patriots reportedly could use Travis Hunter

For a piece published Friday, ESPN NFL Draft analyst Matt Miller discussed how the Browns, Giants or Patriots could use Hunter during his rookie season.

How new Patriots QB coach could help Drake Maye learn Josh McDaniels' offense

A new coaching staff that includes longtime offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels and current quarterbacks coach Ashton Grant is now tasked with helping Drake Maye reach what's believed to be a high ceiling. 

Insider addresses Browns' possible QB plans for 2025 NFL Draft

NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated discussed how the Browns could address their quarterback situation during the draft. 

Titans reportedly have 'comfort level,' 'leader in the clubhouse' regarding No. 1 pick of 2025 NFL Draft

Any alleged drama regarding how the Titans will handle the draft's top asset may only be for show. 

Insider shares non-Vikings theory about why Aaron Rodgers hasn't signed with Steelers

During a Thursday appearance on FS1's "The Herd with Colin Cowherd" program, NFL insider Dianna Russini of The Athletic shared a different theory about why Rodgers began the first Friday of April as an unsigned free agent.

Former QB shares bold NFL Draft prediction regarding Jaxson Dart

Dart emerged from the NFL Scouting Combine as arguably the top rising star on draft boards. 

Vikings GM gives hint of QB plans amid Aaron Rodgers, J.J. McCarthy rumors

Back in late March, the GM declined to slam the door shut on possibly signing Rodgers as McCarthy continues to recover from the full meniscus repair that sidelined him for all of last season. 

Analyst names clear winner in Cowboys' trade for Patriots' Joe Milton III

On Thursday, the Patriots surprisingly agreed to trade backup QB Joe Milton III and a 2025 seventh-round draft pick to the Cowboys in return for a 2025 fifth-round choice.

Why Browns could have Kenny Pickett compete with Tyler Shough for starting QB job this summer

In his latest mock draft published on Wednesday, ESPN's Field Yates predicted that the Browns would grab Louisville quarterback Tyler Shough at overall selection No. 33. 

NFL exec discusses 'best-case scenario' 49ers' Brock Purdy should expect for contract extension

The Athletic's Mike Sando shared that at least one unnamed NFL team executive thinks Brock Purdy may want to give the 49ers a discount.

Steelers insider addresses concerns about Aaron Rodgers, Arthur Smith fit

Steelers insider Mark Kaboly of "The Pat McAfee Show" touched upon the Aaron Rodgers-Arthur Smith marriage that could become official this spring.

Dolphins' Mike McDaniel explains faith in Zach Wilson as reclamation project

The New York Jets gave up on quarterback Zach Wilson after just three seasons, and the second overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft then spent the 2024 campaign as an unused backup with the Denver Broncos.  In March, Wilson signed with the Miami Dolphins to continue his development under head coach and offensive guru Mike McDaniel.

Why Todd Bowles isn't worried about Buccaneers again having a new offensive coordinator

For the third time in his Bucs tenure that began in March 2023, QB Baker Mayfield will have a new OC after Liam Coen left the organization to become the HC of the Jacksonville Jaguars this past winter.

Giants insider, NFL executive address latest Shedeur Sanders, draft rumors

Multiple mock drafts produced by national football analysts published on Wednesday linked the Giants with the Colorado quarterback.

Could NFL, NFLPA agree on 18-game regular season soon?

It's thought the league will go to a format of 18 regular-season contests and two preseason matchups per team, as NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell has made it known he's "not a fan of the preseason."  

Did Falcons' Kirk Cousins reject Browns before Steelers rumors emerged?

The contract Cousins signed to join the Falcons in March 2024 has a full no-trade clause, and it's believed he doesn't want to go to a club that could spend a high-value draft pick on a signal-caller later in April.