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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

Insider addresses if Penguins could trade Sidney Crosby, other franchise icons

With Pittsburgh looking like one of the worst teams in the league, some understandably have wondered if Sidney Crosby and others are having second thoughts about retiring as one-club men. 

Insider updates if Bears considered benching Caleb Williams

Much has been made this week about how Williams' play regressed over Chicago's past three games.

Mets icon, executive gives big update on pursuit of Juan Soto

Carlos Beltran recently spoke with Joseph Reboyras of Puerto Rican newspaper Primera Hora about the Mets' offseason pursuit of Juan Soto. 

How Terry Francona helped Commanders' Dan Quinn bounce back from Super Bowl heartbreak

Dan Quinn seems to have become the leader Terry Francona saw could emerge all those years ago. 

Insider reveals 'magic number' for Giants to retain Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen

Is there a specific record the Giants must reach if head coach Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen are to retain their jobs?

Yankees closer makes Juan Soto plea to owner Hal Steinbrenner

As much as Soto enjoyed his one season with the Yankees, there's no sign he will give the club any kind of discount in free agency.

Colts' Joe Flacco reacts to being benched in favor of Anthony Richardson

Flacco most recently left much to be desired with his play in back-to-back losses.

Jets' Sauce Gardner addresses latest social media controversy

Sauce Gardner now realizes his social media actions won't do anybody within the Jets any good. 

Does Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa regret dangerous tackle vs. Rams?

Following the Miami Dolphins' 23-15 win over the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night, Miami's Tua Tagovailoa laughed off any concerns related to a tackle he made following an interception that resulted in the quarterback taking a knee to the helmet.

Bears' Caleb Williams reacts to report about teammates wanting him benched

A report from earlier this week claimed that "a few" veteran Chicago Bears players wanted rookie quarterback Caleb Williams benched in favor of backup Tyson Bagent following the firing of offensive coordinator Shane Waldron.

Insider addresses if Jets could cut Aaron Rodgers if he doesn't retire

Rodgers has endured multiple physical setbacks this fall and has played and sounded like a shell of his former great self. 

Why Colts' Anthony Richardson is 'low-key glad' he was benched

Richardson is returning to the starting lineup on Sunday and addressed his benching with reporters.

Analyst breaks down how Patriots' Drake Maye has improved since spring

Former NFL quarterback and current analyst Dan Orlovsky discussed how Drake Maye has improved since the start of springtime workouts. 

Colts HC Shane Steichen explains going back to Anthony Richardson as starter

Shane Steichen explained why Anthony Richardson is getting the nod with the Colts at 4-6 and still in the playoff hunt.

Yankees announcer rips Juan Soto for 'unseemly' free-agency journey

At least one person associated with the Yankees isn't thrilled with the way Juan Soto is going about his free agency.

Former Jets QB blasts Sauce Gardner over latest social media activity

Former Jets quarterback and one-time Most Valuable Player Boomer Esiason offered guidance to Sauce Gardner amid the 24-year-old's rough stretch of play. 

Insiders expand on struggles of Bears rookie QB Caleb Williams

Things have gone off the rails for the Bears, with Williams and the offense struggling badly.

Insiders address if Cowboys could trade Micah Parsons after lost season

Parsons is currently set to play next season on the fifth-year option attached to his rookie contract. 

Is Lions' Dan Campbell worried about Jared Goff after five-interception game?

Is Campbell worried about his quarterback after Goff tossed five interceptions against the Texans?

Dolphins' Mike McDaniel opens up about Tua Tagovailoa taking blow to head as tackler

Considering Tagovailoa's well-known history of concussions, it's no surprise McDaniel was asked if he's spoken with his QB1 about leaving such defensive plays for teammates. 

Jets' Aaron Rodgers discusses controversy involving Cowboys' Mike McCarthy, Micah Parsons

During a Tuesday appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Aaron Rodgers supported his former head coach. 

Ravens' Diontae Johnson addresses facing Steelers after trade

Johnson discussed returning to Pittsburgh as an opponent.

Cowboys' Jerry Jones addresses potential Micah Parsons, Mike McCarthy controversy

Parsons generated headlines when he said following the club's home loss to the rival Philadelphia Eagles that he felt worse for veteran players such as guard Zack Martin than for McCarthy. 

Rival executives, coaches break down struggles of Bears' Caleb Williams

Rival executives and coaches spoke with The Athletic's Jeff Howe about what has gone wrong regarding Caleb Williams' lack of growth as Chicago went from 4-2 to 4-5.

Did Steelers' Mike Tomlin throw shade at Ravens' Diontae Johnson?

Tomlin doesn't sound too worried about facing one of his former players.