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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

Speedy Giants WR predicting breakout year playing alongside Malik Nabers

While all eyes are on New York Giants rookie Malik Nabers, Wan'Dale Robinson could be gearing up for a breakout season.

Analyst links Raiders' Davante Adams with AFC East team amid Jets rumors

Some continue to link the Jets with Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams due to his much-publicized relationship with quarterback Aaron Rodgers.

New Browns OC crafting offense to help QB Deshaun Watson thrive

The Cleveland Browns are trying to optimize their Deshaun Watson-led offense. What does that mean?

One-time NFL MVP shares advice for Patriots' Drake Maye

The retired signal-caller, one-time regular-season Most Valuable Player and current NFL analyst recently offered some advice while speaking with Maye following a training camp practice.

New bombshell report expands on issues between Eagles' Nick Sirianni, Jalen Hurts

Tim McManus and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN expanded on what they referred to as "a prolonged strain between Hurts and Sirianni during the 2023 campaign."

Did Cowboys HC take shot at Giants over training-camp fights?

Mike McCarthy seemed to take a shot at the Giants while speaking on Tuesday about the Cowboys' joint practice with the Rams.

Could Kenny Pickett lose primary backup job with Eagles?

There could be a controversy brewing regarding who will be Philadelphia's main backup quarterback this season.

Insider shoots down common claim about 49ers trading Brandon Aiyuk

It is unknown whether Brandon Aiyuk will play for the 49ers in September without an extension, as he has staged a so-called hold-in throughout training camp. 

Insider hints 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk could snub Browns, Patriots for different team

Aiyuk has a fair amount of control about where he lands in a potential trade.

Giants' Malik Nabers already sparking memories of Odell Beckham Jr.

The New York Giants made Malik Nabers the sixth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft with the hope that he could prove to be the No. 1 wide receiver the club has lacked since it traded Odell Beckham Jr.

Reporter names 'most motivated team' to land 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk in trade

There are a lot of moving parts to any potential Aiyuk trade, but is one team pushing harder than the rest?

Packers HC explains surprising preseason participation plan

Conventional wisdom dictates that the Green Bay Packers would want to protect quarterback Jordan Love through the preseason after Love signed a four-year, $220M deal this summer.

Insider explains Vikings' Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy depth chart decisions

Some eyebrows were raised when the Vikings' first unofficial depth chart was released on Tuesday.

Why Steelers reportedly won't trade for 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk

Shortly after Aiyuk was linked with the Cleveland Browns and New England Patriots on Monday night, Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area reported that the Pittsburgh Steelers "effectively no longer are an option" for the 26-year-old.

Insider addresses training-camp struggles of Patriots' Drake Maye

NFL and Patriots insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated recently shared why New England isn't panicking about Drake Maye yet.

Legendary insider shares concerns about future of NFL

Legendary media personality Peter King retired as a full-time NFL insider this past winter but remains passionate about the league and the overall state of the sport.

Broncos' Sean Payton discusses when Bo Nix will start

Payton updated Nix's progress and the state of the team's quarterback competition.

Giants legend has preseason warning for Daniel Jones

Daniel Jones publicly campaigned to play in the Giants' preseason opener against the Detroit Lions. Giants legend and NFL analyst Tiki Barber isn't a fan of such a plan.

Kyle Shanahan shares why Brock Purdy is perfect for 49ers

Shanahan discussed his quarterback, who continues to draw polarizing assessments from the NFL world.

Steelers' Justin Fields closing gap in competition with Russell Wilson

It's now become clear that the minor calf injury that has slowed veteran Russell Wilson during training camp has opened the door for Justin Fields to possibly win the Pittsburgh Steelers' starting job.

Saquon Barkley explains mantra for first season with Eagles

Barkley shared his approach to his first season with a team besides the Giants.

Giants' Brian Burns reacts to Daniel Jones participating in joint-practice fight

Burns spoke with reporters after Jones participated in a bit of a fracas during Monday's joint practice with the Detroit Lions ahead of Thursday's preseason game between the clubs at MetLife Stadium.

Miles Sanders shares how Panthers have grown after difficult 2023 season

The Carolina Panthers endured quite a difficult 2023 season that included the November firing of head coach Frank Reich and the club finishing the campaign with a 2-15 record. Sanders addressed how things have changed heading into a new season.

NFL scout makes huge prediction about Falcons' Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr.

The Falcons' quarterback room continues to provide plenty of intrigue.

Colts' Anthony Richardson discusses improving after rough rookie season

Richardson discussed his progress after a rookie season that was cut short by injury.