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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

Panthers RB Rico Dowdle warns Cowboys about revenge spot

Dowdle sounds excited to face his former team.

Drake Maye had hilarious way to experience Patriots' game-winning field goal against Bills

With 20 seconds remaining in Sunday night's game between the New England Patriots and Buffalo Bills, New England's Andres Borregales prepared to attempt a go-ahead 52-yard field goal with the score tied 20-20.

Giants rookies show leadership by accepting blame after loss to Saints

Miscues from rookies contributed significantly to a disappointing loss to the Saints.

Does Jets' Garrett Wilson still have faith in Aaron Glenn amid 0-5 start to season?

Glenn made Jets history by becoming the first head coach of the franchise to lose his first five games in charge.

Ryan Helsley explains what went wrong during disastrous Mets tenure

Helsley recently offered his reasoning for why he was mostly a flop with the Amazins over the final two months of the campaign.

When might Colts, Anthony Richardson Sr. agree a trade is best move?

The Athletic's James Boyd addressed the Anthony Richardson trade chatter that seemingly isn't going away as long as Daniel Jones continues to win as the Colts' QB1. 

How Browns' Dillon Gabriel handled criticisms from NFL Draft through training camp

While speaking with reporters on Friday, Dillon Gabriel addressed how he has dealt with the comments people have made about him over the past five months. 

Giants DL suggests teammate could be NFL's best pass-rusher

During a recent chat with Tom Rock of Newsday, defensive lineman Rakeem Nunez-Roches hinted that he and others inside the Giants locker room aren't surprised by how this teammate has performed recently.

Browns' Shedeur Sanders seems to be taking QB3 duties seriously amid criticisms

During a recent chat with ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi, Shedeur Sanders discussed how he has embraced his role as the club's QB3.

Giants players campaign for change after latest brutal MetLife Stadium injury

Darryl Slater of NJ Advance Media for NJ.com recently spoke with Giants players who campaigned for the club and New York Jets owner Woody Johnson to consider going to natural grass for MetLife sooner rather than later.

Patriots' Carlton Davis III explains how Bills' Josh Allen plays 'real football'

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Davis III addressed Allen's unique playing style that helped him become the reigning NFL Most Valuable Player.

49ers' Kendrick Bourne explains how Mac Jones is different from his Patriots days

Following Thursday's win, Bourne discussed how Jones is different from what the signal-caller was during his final days with the Patriots. 

Titans HC Brian Callahan addresses 'hopeless' takes amid 0-4 start

Despite the black cloud hovering over the Titans, Brian Callahan is attempting to remain positive. 

Vikings' Justin Jefferson seems to make big statement about potential Carson Wentz, J.J. McCarthy QB controversy

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Jefferson seemed to make a big statement regarding the topic.

Bengals' Ja'Marr Chase again addresses heated sideline exchange with HC Zac Taylor

Ja'Marr Chase said that getting frustrated during a lopsided matchup is sometimes "part of the game." While speaking with reporters on Thursday, he expanded on what did and didn't happen in Denver.

Does Garrett Wilson regret signing extension with Jets amid 0-4 start?

Star wide receiver Garrett Wilson was among Jets players who vented their frustrations after the club fell to 0-4 on the season.

49ers' Mac Jones makes feelings on potential Brock Purdy QB controversy clear

Speculation has again arisen about Mac Jones possibly replacing the healthy Brock Purdy as the 49ers' full-time starting quarterback. 

Hall of Fame coach gives Jets' Aaron Glenn advice amid 0-4 start

Under Glenn, the Jets have thus far turned the ball over seven times without recording a single takeaway this season. 

Browns' Shedeur Sanders under fire over mime incident with reporters

Sanders is third on the Cleveland QB depth chart this fall.

NFL executives address Vikings picking J.J. McCarthy over Sam Darnold

The Vikings letting Darnold reach free agency so that they could turn to McCarthy could go down as one of the most controversial decisions of this past NFL offseason. 

Giants rookie sends warning to NFL after dominant performance vs. Chargers

While Jaxson Dart's debut dominated headlines, the Giants defense played a significant role in the team's first win of the season in Week 4.

Bengals' Jake Browning addresses 'frustrations' amid offense's woes without Joe Burrow

While speaking with reporters on Wednesday, JakeBrowning admitted he and the Cincinnati offense weren't good enough over the past eight quarters of action. 

Brian Callahan again addresses Cam Ward's fiery comments about Titans

Callahan again addressed Ward's emotional comments regarding the team's 0-4 start.

What Malik Nabers told forgotten Giants WR after season-ending injury

The WR hasn't yet lived up to the expectations many fans had for him when the Giants made him a 2023 third-round draft choice.

What Brian Schottenheimer learned about George Pickens before Cowboys-Steelers trade

Pickens has been a polarizing figure throughout his NFL career.