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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

Reporters seem more optimistic about Zach Wilson's Broncos future

Wilson largely flopped across his first three NFL seasons as a member of the New York Jets, but he's still just 25 years old.

Insider discusses holdup in potential Brandon Aiyuk trade between 49ers, Steelers

The Brandon Aiyuk saga may be closer to a resolution, but it's been a winding road up to this point.

Former Pro Bowl LB compares Steelers' Justin Fields to QB bust

During Tuesday's edition of the ESPN "Get Up" program, former Pro Bowl linebacker and current NFL analyst Bart Scott sounded alarms regarding what he saw from Justin Fields against Houston.

Former Jets QB shares interesting Haason Reddick, Davante Adams idea

The former New York Jets quarterback and current NFL analyst continues to believe that the club could land star wide receiver Davante Adams from the Las Vegas Raiders via a trade this summer, and the latest news on Haason Reddick added another layer to that belief.

Aaron Rodgers discusses handling pressure of expectations with Jets

During an appearance on Tuesday's edition of the WFAN "Boomer and Gio" program, Aaron Rodgers was asked about what could become a franchise-altering season for the Jets.

Reporters changing tune about Sidney Crosby signing extension with Penguins?

Throughout the summer, numerous reporters and insiders have routinely insisted the superstar captain will sign a contract extension with the Penguins long before the 2024-2025 NHL season gets underway.

Report expands on Mike Vrabel's roles as Browns consultant

There continue to be questions regarding what exactly former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel has been doing since he joined the Cleveland Browns as a consultant in March.

Jason Kelce opens up about collapse of 2023 Eagles

During a recent chat with Rob Maaddi of The Associated Press, Kelce spoke about what went wrong for the team that fell from 10-1 to 11-6 before it suffered a blowout wild-card playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in January.

Bill Belichick praises Kyle Shanahan following 49ers' interest

Shanahan had reached out to the former New England Patriots head coach about possibly joining the 49ers.

Insider suggests Steelers could still be in Brandon Aiyuk sweepstakes

Aiyuk will likely either play for the 49ers this season or finalize a summer move to the Steelers amid his desire for a contract extension.

Dolphins star shares huge Tua Tagovailoa prediction after extension

Tagovailoa has already shown he can produce MVP-caliber numbers across an entire campaign when he stays healthy.

Garrett Wilson sounds confident Jets offense will thrive with Aaron Rodgers

Wilson sounds excited about what the Jets offense can achieve with Rodgers back in the lineup beginning with the Week 1 "Monday Night Football" matchup at the 49ers on Sept. 9.

Reporter shares if Brandon Aiyuk wants to stay with 49ers

Aiyuk is still looking for a lucrative extension while in the final year of his rookie contract.

What Vikings' Sam Darnold learned from 49ers coaches, Brock Purdy

Darnold signed a one-year contract with the 49ers in March 2023 and later won San Francisco's QB2 job over 2021 first-round draft choice Trey Lance.

How Jordan Love impressed Packers after rough start to 2023 season

Jordan Love's performances in the Packers' 48-32 wild-card playoff win at the Cowboys and in the narrow 24-21 divisional-round loss at the 49ers convinced team brass that the Packers had a franchise player at the sport's most important position.

Insider updates prediction about 49ers, Brandon Aiyuk contract standoff

Dianna Russini, Matt Barrows and David Lombardi of The Athletic reported ahead of the weekend that the San Francisco 49ers had "re-opened up contract discussions with Brandon Aiyuk and his agent."

Lions' Jared Goff shares massive praise for Dan Campbell

The two guided Detroit to wins across 20 of its last 27 regular-season contests and to the NFC Championship Game this past January.

Reporter predicts if Cowboys will sign Dak Prescott, CeeDee Lamb before season

The unsettled futures of quarterback Dak Prescott and wide receiver CeeDee Lamb are casting massive shadows over the Dallas Cowboys, as both players remain on track to reach free agency following the upcoming season.

Vikings HC discusses letting J.J. McCarthy develop as a backup

McCarthy tossed touchdown passes of 45 and 33 yards in the 24-23 preseason win over the Raiders on Saturday.

Are Giants worried Malik Nabers could cause headaches as rookie?

The young Giants WR is known for his passion as well as his skills.

What Mets hope to 'protect' after Mariners sweep

The Mets are well aware of what they need to do as their quest to make the playoffs continues.

Reporter shares how Cowboys view Trey Lance after preseason debut

Some have openly wondered throughout the summer if Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones could view quarterback Trey Lance as a future replacement for starter Dak Prescott as Prescott remains on track to reach free agency after the 2024 season.

Raiders' Antonio Pierce has timeline for naming starting QB

2023 fourth-round draft pick Aidan O'Connell and journeyman Gardner Minshew are in the ongoing competition for the starting quarterback job.

Former NFL coach makes shocking claim about 2023 Eagles

Multiple reports published this summer detailed alleged issues between head coach Nick Sirianni and quarterback Jalen Hurts that impacted the Philadelphia Eagles as the club experienced a brutal collapse late last season.

Jason Kelce shares fear about debut season as broadcaster

Jason Kelce's Hall of Fame-worthy career isn't keeping him from dealing with some butterflies as he prepares for his first season working as part of ESPN’s NFL coverage.