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

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August 8, 2025 | NFL

Derrick Henry has Texans RB Nick Chubb ready to show age is just a number

Nick Chubb believes he can follow in the footsteps of Ravens star Derrick Henry as a running back who continues to thrive into his 30s.

August 8, 2025 | Kansas City Chiefs

It sure sounds like Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes is planning 'revenge tour'

For a piece published on Thursday night, Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated sent somewhat of a warning to the rest of the NFL as he touched upon Mahomes' preparations for the 2025 campaign.

August 8, 2025 | San Francisco 49ers

George Kittle hits back at 'crazy' narrative about 49ers

George Kittle explained why he vehemently disagrees with these forecasts.

August 8, 2025 | Indianapolis Colts

Is Daniel Jones new favorite to win Colts' starting QB job after latest Anthony Richardson injury?

For a piece published Friday morning, Colts reporter James Boyd of The Athletic suggested Jones and Richardson are now heading in different directions regarding the battle for the QB1 gig.

August 8, 2025 | Chicago Bears

A laughing matter? Bears' Caleb Williams explains viral video of him struggling

Chicago Bears fans and some local media personalities sounded alarms after a recent video showing Williams emotionally reacting to missing some throws during an individual drill went viral.

August 8, 2025 | Pittsburgh Steelers

Steelers' OC makes feelings on 'laughable' Aaron Rodgers narrative clear

Aaron Rodgers and Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith seem to be getting along just fine.

August 8, 2025 | New York Giants

Could Giants' Jaxson Dart spark QB controversy with good showing vs. Bills?

On Friday, Giants reporter Dan Duggan of The Athletic attempted to pour cold water over talk about a potential battle for the club's QB1 gig.

August 8, 2025 | Dallas Cowboys

Dak Prescott's comments on potential Micah Parsons trade should excite Cowboys fans

Prescott addressed whether or not he has thought about not having Parsons as a teammate during the upcoming season.

August 7, 2025 | NFL

How Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield, Giants' Russell Wilson feel about playing in preseason games

Discussions about whether or not veteran NFL players "need" to participate in any preseason games ahead of a grueling campaign pop up every August.

August 7, 2025 | NFL

Steelers' DK Metcalf discusses connection with Aaron Rodgers after concerning report

DK Metcalf insisted his connection with Aaron Rodgers is fine.

August 7, 2025 | Buffalo Bills

Bills' Josh Allen shares plea amid James Cook contract saga

Bills quarterback Josh Allen made it clear he wants to have James Cook as a weapon for at least the 2025 season.

August 7, 2025 | New York Jets

Jets star reacts to controversial decision for preseason opener against Packers

First-year New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn surprised some members of the NFL community when he confirmed on Thursday that his starters will play in the team's preseason opener.

August 7, 2025 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield responds to common criticism of HC Todd Bowles

Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield suggested that Todd Bowles is the perfect coach to lead the Tampa Bay squad.

August 7, 2025 | Cleveland Browns

Browns beat writers don't seem excited about Shedeur Sanders' first start

Cleveland Browns fans and other members of the football community were understandably excited to learn that rookie Shedeur Sanders will serve as the Browns' starting quarterback for their preseason opener at the Carolina Panthers. Several team reporters have poured some cold water on that excitement.

August 7, 2025 | Dallas Cowboys

Could Cowboys trade Micah Parsons before 2025 season?

NFL insider Jeremy Fowler spoke about Dallas potentially fielding calls regarding Micah Parsons' services this month.

August 7, 2025 | Arizona Cardinals

What Cardinals reportedly expect from Marvin Harrison Jr., Kyler Murray during 2025 season

The club hasn't earned a playoff berth since the 2021 campaign.

August 7, 2025 | Washington Commanders

Gap between star WR Terry McLaurin, Commanders revealed

Just how far apart are the Commanders and McLaurin?

August 7, 2025 | Chicago Bears

Bears GM speaks out after video of Caleb Williams' training-camp struggles goes viral

Williams is looking to bounce back from a rookie season that was filled with more lows than highs.

August 7, 2025 | New York Giants

How Giants' Malik Nabers has grown while working with Russell Wilson

Nabers is looking to build on a fantastic rookie season.

August 7, 2025 | Pittsburgh Steelers

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers tries to silence concerning report from training camp

Some outsiders previously feared that Rodgers remaining an unsigned free agent until June would hurt his ability to build on-the-field chemistry with his new teammates.