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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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Eagles' Cam Jurgens speaks honestly about replacing Jason Kelce

Philadelphia Eagles center Cam Jurgens is slotting in as replacement for the retired Jason Kelce. Those are some big shoes to fill and he knows it.

NFL insider updates timeline for Broncos to name starting QB

Just when might the Denver Broncos be ready to name a starting quarterback?

Report shares how Eagles' Jalen Hurts has improved under Kellen Moore

Part of the Eagles' response to their collapse across the final month and a half of 2023 involved replacing OC Brian Johnson with Moore this past winter.

Aaron Rodgers praised for being more than a QB for Jets

Rodgers is earning praise from his teammates regarding his leadership.

Insider updates contract situation for Penguins' Sidney Crosby

Why Penguins captain Sidney Crosby hasn't yet signed a contract extension continues to be the biggest mystery hovering over the club this summer.

Jets' Garrett Wilson responds to perceived slight from 49ers' Charvarius Ward

The Jets' Week 1 matchup is at the 49ers on Sept. 9.

Steelers coaches break down Russell Wilson, Justin Fields competition

Fields impressed teammates working with the first-team offense as Wilson continued his recovery from a minor calf injury he suffered last week.

Second reporter sounds alarms about Patriots' Drake Maye

Recent reports out of New England are painting a concerning picture for Maye.

Aaron Rodgers, Garrett Wilson address viral practice conversations

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers and young wide receiver Garrett Wilson have gone viral during training camp practices for what could be referred to as animated conversations involving the two.

Colts insider addresses controversial comments on Anthony Richardson

Colts head coach Shane Steichen and owner Jim Irsay stirred controversy by suggesting they won't limit quarterback Anthony Richardson's running game, despite his injuries last season.

Former Mets captain offers big endorsement of Brandon Nimmo

Former New York Mets great David Wright is all in on the idea of Brandon Nimmo as a team captain.

Devin White discusses Eagles bouncing back from 2023 collapse

Devin White spoke with NFL Media's Judy Battista on Tuesday about what he thinks went wrong for the Eagles last year.

Falcons owner makes huge statement on QBs Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr.

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank shared a few thoughts on the team's timeline at quarterback.

Browns' Mike Vrabel discusses being fired by Titans, coaching desires

Vrabel somewhat curiously joined the Browns as a consultant in March after being unceremoniously fired by the Titans this past winter.

Steelers' Russell Wilson discusses relationship with Justin Fields

Wilson will compete with Fields for the Steelers' starting quarterback job through at least a portion of the preseason.

Giants players clap back at doubters amid preseason predictions

The Giants are coming off a 6-11 2023 season and could be roughly six months away from team co-owner John Mara hitting a figurative reset button.

Raiders keeping receipts regarding low preseason expectations

The Raiders' uninspiring quarterback competition between 2023 fourth-round draft pick Aidan O'Connell and journeyman Gardner Minshew has many believing the club will enter its Week 10 bye with a losing record.

Commanders in 'no rush' to name Jayden Daniels starting QB

Many assumed Daniels would secure the starting QB job in Washington to start his career. It doesn't sound like the team is so certain.

Mike Tomlin opens up about Russell Wilson, Justin Fields competition

Tomlin addressed the team's QB competition.

Vikings HC gives surprising Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy competition update

Darnold spent the first week of training camp as the Vikings' first-team quarterback.

NFL insider sounds alarm about Giants' Daniel Jones

Giants HC Brian Daboll is not considering giving backup QB Drew Lock first-team practice reps despite starter Daniel Jones's struggles.

Kyler Murray shares bold prediction for Cardinals regime

The Cardinals and Murray are clearly happy with each other heading into what all involved hope will be a successful 2024 season.

NFL insider shares when Raiders may make Davante Adams available

The Raiders' star wide receiver has recently been linked with trade rumors.

Brock Purdy addresses 49ers' interest in Tom Brady for 2023 season

Purdy addressed the topic during a recent conversation with Tim Kawakami of The Athletic.

Josh Jacobs expands on leaving Raiders to sign with Packers

Jacobs has left little doubt this summer that he's hoping to find more stability with the Packers than what he experienced with the Raiders from 2019 through last season.