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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

Draft guru, Colin Cowherd explain Commanders' plans for No. 2 draft pick

There's no indication Washington will trade out of No. 2 heading into the second weekend of April. 

Former 49ers QB praises Brock Purdy for response to 2023 struggles

Purdy and Garcia could be linked for years to come.

Vikings GM sounds willing to make blockbuster draft trade

The Vikings own picks No. 11 and No. 23, and they could package those in order to move up in the draft.

Reporters suggest Giants could trade down, rather than up, in NFL Draft

The New York Giants have been loudly touted as a potential team that could trade up in the NFL Draft, but what if they actually went the other way?

Hall of Fame, Jeremy Schaap acknowledge death of O.J. Simpson in very different ways

News of O.J. Simpson's death has been met with a variety of opinions, including one particularly tone-deaf response from the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Coach, analyst offer vastly different draft takes on QB Michael Penix Jr.

Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. is drawing a wide range of evaluations as the NFL Draft approaches.

Raiders' Aidan O’Connell issues challenge to possible rookie QB

The QB seems to understand the team could select a rookie signal-caller with the 13th pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Another Patriots legend speaks out against 'The Dynasty'

Nobody seems happy with "The Dynasty," perhaps a sign that it's actually hitting on some unnerving truths for the New England Patriots.

Reports update if Giants may trade up to draft quarterback

Giants general manager Joe Schoen reportedly has at least some interest in moving on from 2023 Week 1 starting quarterback Daniel Jones as soon as next offseason.

Analyst, scout address if Patriots will trade down in NFL Draft

It's assumed that Patriots de facto general manager Eliot Wolf will select a quarterback with the third pick of the 2024 NFL Draft. 

Coaches, scouts and executives say who Commanders should draft at No. 2

Most coaches, scouts and executives still believe that the Commanders shouldn't think twice about making LSU Tigers quarterback Jayden Daniels the second pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Lions' Jared Goff rips Detroit media who 'relish in negativity at times'

Lions quarterback Jared Goff should sign a contract extension at some point this offseason but was in sports headlines on Wednesday for a much different reason. 

NFL insider updates if Vikings could trade WR Justin Jefferson during draft

NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated continues to believe that star wide receiver Justin Jefferson "will be on the Vikings' roster for the foreseeable future."

Could struggling Mets trade Pete Alonso this summer?

One MLB insider shared thoughts on the possibility of the Mets trading Alonso this summer.

Insider updates if Patriots could trade down in NFL Draft

Much has been made throughout this offseason about the New England Patriots possibly trading the third pick of the 2024 NFL Draft for additional assets needed for the club's ongoing rebuild. One insider revealed how likely he thinks that scenario is.

Ryan Clark torches Eagles' Kenny Pickett over Steelers exit

Ryan Clark didn't hold back while discussing Pickett and his exit from Pittsburgh.

Former NFL QB gives Michael Penix Jr. a significant draft label

Whichever team ends up drafting Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. later this month might be landing a steal.

Browns insider discusses NFL choosing Packers for Eagles' Brazil game

The NFL confirmed on Wednesday that the Green Bay Packers will serve as the road team against the Philadelphia Eagles for the league's first regular-season game held in Brazil.

Panthers QB Andy Dalton shares big Bryce Young prediction

Carolina Panthers QB Andy Dalton thinks that Bryce Young is going to be in a better situation with the team come the start of the 2024-25 NFL season.

Michigan teammate thinks J.J. McCarthy would 'love' this team

A former teammate believes McCarthy would love to land with one particular team.

Caleb Williams claps back at ESPN analyst over 'adversity' take

USC QB Caleb Williams has endured his fair share of criticism during the evaluating season, but he's not backing down.

Jets' Aaron Rodgers shares huge admission about Achilles injury

During a recent appearance on the "icanfly" podcast, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers admitted he feared the worst when he suffered a torn Achilles four offensive snaps into the 2023 regular season.

Analyst addresses Mets' spending philosophy after quiet offseason

It's worth noting that Cohen's funds meant little to Ohtani and Yamamoto after New York's woeful 2023 season.

Jets owner addresses Aaron Rodgers' potential vice presidential desires

New York Jets fans were surprised to learn in March that independent 2024 presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was considering naming Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers his running mate.