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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

Eli Manning recalls advice he received from Yankees legend Derek Jeter

Jeter made his big league Yankees debut during the 1995 campaign and possessed four World Series rings when the Giants landed Manning during the 2004 NFL Draft. 

Insider expands on stance regarding 49ers, Brandon Aiyuk contract standoff

The 49ers have Aiyuk signed through the upcoming campaign and can retain his rights for 2025 via the franchise tag. 

Aaron Judge discusses ignoring warnings about center field

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge sounds happy he ignored warnings about patrolling center field.

Eagles' Brandon Graham trolls Giants fans over Saquon Barkley signing

While speaking at an event on Monday, Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham had some fun at the expense of Giants fans.

Why Giants icon thinks Daniel Jones could help team's pass rush

New York Giants icon Justin Tuck earned a pair of Super Bowl rings with the organization as part of menacing pass rushes. Tuck believes current New York quarterback Daniel Jones could ultimately benefit the club's defense this coming fall similar to how Jones' former mentor did.

MLB insider says Mets are 'grimacing' over trade-deadline developments

MLB insider Jeff Passan of ESPN shared somewhat of an interesting take regarding what individuals within the New York Mets may think of the club's unexpected form ahead of the July 30 trade deadline.

Insider expands on sticky-stuff ejection, suspension of Mets' Edwin Diaz

More analysis continues to emerge following the Mets closer's sticky-stuff ejection and suspension.

Steelers insider shares if Justin Fields could receive Jordan Love treatment

Fields could want a change of scenery if he's relegated to backup duties for most or even all of the 2024 campaign.

Eagles OT Lane Johnson discusses expectations after 2023 collapse

During a Monday appearance on NFL Network's "The Insiders" program, Philadelphia Eagles offensive tackle Lane Johnson discussed his expectations for the upcoming season following the club's collapse during the second half of the 2023 campaign.

Insider floats starting QB idea for Steelers

For a piece published Monday afternoon, NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated explained why he thinks the Pittsburgh Steelers shouldn't be in a rush to name veteran Russell Wilson their starting quarterback over Justin Fields.

Former Giants OL praises team for Daniel Jones decision

Former New York Giants offensive lineman and current free agent Justin Pugh credited the club for not replacing starting quarterback Daniel Jones with a first-round draft pick this spring.

Mets legend speaks honestly about Pete Alonso heading toward free agency

The New York Mets legend and Hall of Famer gave his thoughts on Alonso's current situation.

What Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence has learned across NFL ups and downs

Trevor Lawrence recently shared how his first three NFL seasons prepared him to serve as a franchise quarterback who inked a monster contract extension this offseason.

Why Patriots' Jacoby Brissett leads Drake Maye in QB competition

While the Patriots made Maye the third pick of the draft, he spent parts of OTAs as the team's QB3 before he ultimately leapfrogged Bailey Zappe on the depth chart ahead of the summer break.

Insider shares huge claim about sticky-stuff ejection of Mets' Edwin Diaz

ESPN MLB insider Buster Olney suggested that he's not shocked New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz suffered a sticky-stuff ejection in the ninth inning of what became New York's 5-2 win at the Chicago Cubs on Sunday evening.

QB coach addresses 'narratives' regarding Eagles' Kenny Pickett

Pickett is on track to serve as a QB2 behind Philadelphia starter Jalen Hurts in 2024.

What Packers' Jordan Love worked to improve this offseason

After an encouraging second half of the season in 2023, Love and the Packers targeted some specific areas of improvement this season.

What Browns' Kevin Stefanski reportedly thought about Baker Mayfield after 2021 season

Mayfield struggled throughout the 2021 campaign while playing with an injury to his non-throwing shoulder.

49ers' George Kittle shares how Brock Purdy has grown as a leader

During a recent chat with Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area, San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle detailed how Brock Purdy has emerged as the leader of the team's offense.

Reporter shares why Justin Fields trails Russell Wilson in Steelers' QB competition

By just about every account from individuals who watched the Steelers from organized team activities through mandatory minicamp, Wilson emerged as the favorite to win the competition.

Insider shares which Raiders QB is leading competition

A true QB battle is underway in Las Vegas.

Giants legend trolled Kayvon Thibodeaux over sack numbers

Kayvon Thibodeaux shared how he became the victim of some good-natured ribbing at the hands of club legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Lawrence Taylor.

Insider shares when 49ers, Brandon Aiyuk began to drift apart

The San Francisco 49ers and WR Brandon Aiyuk seemed to be seeing eye-to-eye following the NFL Draft, but no longer, no more.

Former MLB agent makes shocking claim about Yankees re-signing Aaron Judge

During a podcast appearance, the former MLB agent dropped somewhat of a bombshell regarding the free agency saga that ended with the New York Yankees re-signing slugger Aaron Judge in December 2022.

New 49ers QB shares what makes Brock Purdy special

Purdy likely will sign a massive contract extension with San Francisco at some point next year.