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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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Ben Roethlisberger addresses Steelers' Aaron Rodgers, NFL Draft situations

Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger shared his thoughts on the team adding Aaron Rodgers and its draft plans.

Insider, analyst not buying recent Giants rumblings about Shedeur Sanders

The Giants aren't married to QBs Russell Wilson or Jameis Winston beyond 2025. 

HC Sean McVay responds to Cooper Kupp's comments about Rams exit

Current Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Cooper Kupp raised eyebrows when he said that he didn’t have "a ton of clarity" from the Los Angeles Rams regarding why the team released him in March. His former head coach has now addressed those comments.

Steelers reportedly weren't DK Metcalf's first choice before trade from Seahawks

Many within the NFL community were surprised to learn in March that the Steelers had agreed to acquire Metcalf and then handed him a five-year, $150M contract extension.

Insider explains if Jets could target Shedeur Sanders after signing Justin Fields

The Jets signed Fields to a two-year, $40M deal with $30M guaranteed early into free agency. 

Reporter shares interesting update on Vikings' QB plan

Aaron Rodgers is seemingly interested in joining the Vikings. How does the team view Rodgers?

Pete Alonso addresses re-signing with Mets after Blue Jays rumors

Alonso recently spoke about signing a two-year contract that included a player opt-out following this season to return to the Mets after numerous stories linked him with the Blue Jays this past winter.

Why Browns trading for Falcons' Kirk Cousins 'appears unlikely at this point'

The Browns feel like a logical landing spot for Cousins, but it sounds like it may not happen.

Could Browns force Giants into Shedeur Sanders decision?

Could the Browns' draft plans force the Giants into an uncomfortable decision?

What 'scares' coach about Alabama QB Jalen Milroe

Milroe has seen his draft stock rise over the course of the spring, but not every evaluator is sold on the quarterback being worthy of a first-round pick.

49ers CEO makes strong statements about signing Brock Purdy to extension

49ers CEO Jed York slammed the idea that he's having second thoughts about paying Purdy like a top-tier player at the sport's most important position. 

Are Browns' Kevin Stefanski, Andrew Berry already safe for 2026?

The Browns signed Berry and Stefanski to contract extensions last offseason before QB Deshaun Watson suffered a pair of serious Achilles injuries and before Cleveland endured a 3-14 campaign.

Do Chiefs expect retirement tour from Travis Kelce?

Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce didn't even wait until March to confirm that he will play at least one more season. Does the team expect advance notice on a retirement decision?

Analyst warns Steelers amid rumors about Falcons' Kirk Cousins

The Steelers reportedly view Cousins as a back up plan if they miss out on Aaron Rodgers, but not everyone is convinced that is a good idea.

Report expands on 'tension' between Garrett Wilson, Jets before offseason moves

Whispers emerged in December suggesting that Wilson could ask for a trade if the club held onto quarterback Aaron Rodgers for another season. 

Coaches address NFL eventually expanding to 18-game regular season

It's no secret that NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell and league owners want to shift to an 18-game regular season as soon as possible. 

Insider explains when Browns could part ways with Deshaun Watson

The 29-year-old suffered a torn Achilles this past October and then tore the Achilles again during his recovery. 

NFL insider compares Jaxson Dart to MVP amid Shedeur Sanders rumors

Multiple noteworthy NFL reporters said throughout the second half of March that some teams view Dart and not Sanders as the second-best quarterback in this year's draft class behind Miami's Cam Ward.

Browns owner says team 'took a big swing and miss' with Deshaun Watson

While speaking with reporters on Monday, Browns owner Jimmy Haslam seemed to close the door on the club's disastrous Watson era.

Vikings' Kevin O'Connell addresses Aaron Rodgers conversations amid recovery of J.J. McCarthy

It's now no secret that the Vikings had conversations with Rodgers after Sam Darnold left the club via free agency and as McCarthy continued to recover from the full meniscus repair that cost him his rookie season. 

Insider names Steelers' 'break-the-glass emergency option' if they don't sign Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers continue to hope that they'll eventually sign Aaron Rodgers to be their 2025 Week 1 starting quarterback. Do they have a back up plan in mind?

Colts HC opens up about Anthony Richardson, Daniel Jones QB competition

On paper, it appears to be a rather uninspiring battle between a castoff and a potential draft bust. 

Analyst names best team fit for QB Shedeur Sanders ahead of 2025 NFL Draft

Sanders has become the most polarizing prospect in the 2025 NFL Draft class.

Raiders' Pete Carroll discusses Russell Wilson signing with Giants

Wilson played under Carroll with the Seahawks from 2012 to 2021, and they led Seattle to a pair of Super Bowl appearances and one championship.