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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

Could Zach Wilson win Broncos' starting job over Bo Nix this summer?

The Broncos took a flier on Wilson shortly before they made Nix the 12th pick of this year's draft.

Panthers' Bryce Young discusses bouncing back from rough rookie season

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young sounds ready to bounce back from the type of rookie season that could hover over any young athlete.

Mets thinking playoffs amid unexpected winning streak

The 33-37 Mets ended the weekend just one-and-a-half games back in the battle for the NL's third wild-card playoff berth.

Insider shares pessimistic update on 49ers, Brandon Aiyuk contract standoff

It seems the San Francisco 49ers are no closer to settling the contract dispute involving wide receiver Brandon Aiyuk than they were at the start of springtime workouts.

Reporter offers insight into breakup of Patriots' Robert Kraft, Bill Belichick

Their public breakup serves as yet another reminder that all good things truly must eventually come to an end. 

Patriots legend makes shocking claim about Tom Brady's retirement

New England Patriots legend Vince Wilfork sounds shocked that quarterback Tom Brady has remained retired since Feb. 1, 2023.

Teammate's famous father addresses future of 49ers' Brock Purdy

Ed McCaffrey, father of 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey, believes that Brock Purdy is more than just a "game manager" and is a true franchise QB.  

Insider explains why Jets didn't excuse Aaron Rodgers' minicamp absences

Multiple members of the NFL community questioned why the New York Jets didn't simply excuse quarterback Aaron Rodgers from attending the club's two-day mandatory minicamp this week since the Jets knew ahead of time he'd be away from the team.

Giants' Brian Daboll reportedly flashed different personality after staff turmoil

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll reportedly featured somewhat of a different personality during springtime workouts following the departure of former defensive coordinator Don "Wink" Martindale in January.

Former Jets QB shares wild Bill Belichick theory

Former Jets QB and current NFL analyst Boomer Esiason believes longtime Patriots HC Bill Belichick could at least consider joining New York next offseason to get revenge on Robert Kraft.

Mets' Edwin Diaz has theory on springtime struggles

Diaz offered a theory about his springtime struggles during a chat with Andy Martino of SNY.

Patriots legend expresses excitement over Drake Maye

The Super Bowl LIII Most Valuable Player is among individuals associated with the New England Patriots hyped about what rookie quarterback Drake Maye could offer the organization as soon as this fall.

Steelers have deadline for signing Russell Wilson, Justin Fields to extensions?

Omar Khan indicated that the club's long-standing policy of not negotiating deals with players during the season will continue despite Russell Wilson and Justin Fields not being signed beyond 2024.

Browns' Kevin Stefanski opens up about recovery of Deshaun Watson

During this week's mandatory minicamp, Browns HC Kevin Stefanski sounded optimistic QB Deshaun Watson will be as good as new this September.

Cardinals GM gives Kyler Murray major endorsement ahead of season

Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort recently praised how QB Kyler Murray worked to recover from the serious knee injury he suffered in December 2022.

Falcons legend Michael Vick defends odd Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins situation

Acquiring Cousins was a "win-now" move for any team, which is why many analysts were stunned when the Falcons didn't use the No. 8 draft pick on an offensive playmaker.

Former NFL coach shares bold claim about Steelers' Russell Wilson, Justin Fields situation

On the latest edition of the "Clean Pocket" podcast, former NFL head coach Jay Gruden shared an interesting take about the Steelers' QB situation.

Insider predicts outcome of 49ers, Brandon Aiyuk contract standoff

Aiyuk, who is in the final year of his rookie contract, skipped San Francisco's mandatory minicamp last week. 

Tom Brady reveals why he took 'gap year' before starting Fox job

Brady and play-by-play broadcaster Kevin Burkhardt will be on the call for the Week 1 game between the Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns on Sept. 8. 

Insider shares bombshell about job security of Eagles' Nick Sirianni

Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes dropped somewhat of a bombshell regarding Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni.

Tom Brady offers harsh assessment of current NFL quarterbacks

Brady offered somewhat of a preview of what he'll be as a broadcaster during a recent conversation with Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports.

Patriots' Drake Maye speaks honestly about status after minicamp

It remains unclear if Maye or Jacoby Brissett will start New England's regular-season opener at the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 8.

Tom Brady shares broadcasting mindset ahead of Fox debut

Brady and Fox agreed to a 10-year deal reportedly worth $375M after the 2021 season, so the network likely will show plenty of patience if he stumbles starting when he makes his official broadcasting debut on Sept. 8.

Jets' D.J. Reed defends, praises Aaron Rodgers amid minicamp controversy

Rodgers skipped the club's two-day mandatory minicamp as an unexcused absence this week.

Analyst hints Steelers' Mike Tomlin won't fix Russell Wilson, Justin Fields

Tomlin hasn't yet found a long-term replacement for Ben Roethlisberger.