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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

Analyst shares big reason Browns may not trade Myles Garrett this fall

What does the future hold for All-Pro pass-rusher Myles Garrett in Cleveland?

Former QB shares thoughts on Tua Tagovailoa not retiring

A former QB shared his thoughts on Tagovailoa deciding to continue his career after suffering yet another concussion.

Yankees legend says Aaron Boone faces World Series 'necessity'

Joe Torre knows just as well as anybody what it takes to win in New York, so he understands the pressure manager Aaron Boone faces as the Yankees head to the World Series for the first time since 2009.

Insiders share updates on expected Yankees, Mets bidding war for Juan Soto

Insiders continue to give their takes on what could be one of the top stories of the offseason.

How Drake Maye wants to improve amid lost Patriots season

During a Monday appearance on Boston sports radio station WEEI, Drake Maye spoke about helping teammates in ways that go beyond tossing touchdown passes and extending plays with his legs. 

Chiefs' Travis Kelce makes big admission amid touchdown drought

Much has been made about what Travis Kelce still has left in the tank amid his touchdown drought, which continued this past Sunday's 28-18 win over the 49ers.

Steelers legend changes tune on Russell Wilson, Justin Fields debate

The Steelers legend is seemingly now in Wilson's corner after the 35-year-old played well in this past Sunday's 37-15 victory over the New York Jets.

Buccaneers defend controversial decision after Chris Godwin injury

Injury was added to insult when the Tampa Bay Buccaneers lost wide receiver Chris Godwin to a gruesome dislocated left ankle Monday night.

Why Mark Davis wanted Tom Brady as Raiders minority owner

Davis discussed his desire to have the legendary quarterback involved in the franchise.

Do teams think Browns' Myles Garrett could become available before trade deadline?

This would certainly interest some teams that need a boost on defense.

Patriots' Jerod Mayo tries to clarify controversial comment after latest loss

Shortly after the New England Patriots fell to 1-6 on the season via Sunday's 32-16 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars, first-year Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo raised eyebrows when he said he felt New England is "a soft football team" this fall.

Francisco Lindor issues challenge to Mets players after NLCS defeat

Lindor issued somewhat of a challenge to others in the Mets clubhouse regarding how the team can build on all that it accomplished from the early days of June through October.

Eagles' Saquon Barkley rips Giants fans over treatment of Daniel Jones

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley explained why he doesn't believe the treatment Jones has been getting from Giants fans is fair.

Giants rookie seems to call Daniel Jones, teammates out after Eagles loss

One Giants receiver didn't seem to be pleased with the team's quarterback play during a blowout loss to the Eagles.

Pete Alonso addresses possible end of Mets career after NLCS loss

The New York Mets' 10-5 loss to the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 6 of the National League Championship Series on Sunday night ended New York's postseason and perhaps Pete Alonso's Mets career.

What Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence told Patriots' Drake Maye after Jacksonville win

Lawrence knows plenty about the ups and downs that Maye will experience as a rookie starting signal-caller.

Giants' Brian Daboll comments on Daniel Jones' future after benching

Daboll addressed his decision to bench Jones as well as the quarterback's future.

Media members react to controversial Deshaun Watson comments from teammates

Media members have reacted to strong comments from teammates of Deshaun Watson after the quarterback was injured in Week 7.

Veteran NFL broadcaster addresses restrictions Tom Brady faces as announcer, owner

One unnamed "veteran NFL broadcaster" addressed the limitations Tom Brady might face as an announcer now that his minority stake in the Raiders was approved.

Why former NFL player blames Dak Prescott for state of 3-3 Cowboys

How much of the Cowboys' turmoil to blame on QB Dak Prescott?

NFL insider believes Saints could make big offensive name available

Would the New Orleans Saints consider trading veteran RB Alvin Kamara?

Former Patriots assistant rips Jerod Mayo for perceived Bill Belichick shot

During an appearance on the latest edition of NESN’s "Foxboro Rush" podcast, former Patriots assistant to the coaching staff Michael Lombardi responded to Jerod Mayo's pointed comment about Bill Belichick.

NFL analyst defends Giants over Saquon Barkley decision

Everybody wants a star running back like Saquon Barkley, but sometimes business decisions have to be made.

Report expands on why Davante Adams wanted to leave Raiders

The Raiders' QB competition this summer between Aidan O'Connell and Gardner Minshew sparked the beginning of the end of Davante Adams' time with the organization. 

Eagles players defend Nick Sirianni after latest controversy

Nick Sirianni's sideline outburst drew criticism from around the league, but current and former Eagles players defended their head coach.