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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

Former Jets QB shares wild Bill Belichick theory

Former Jets QB and current NFL analyst Boomer Esiason believes longtime Patriots HC Bill Belichick could at least consider joining New York next offseason to get revenge on Robert Kraft.

Mets' Edwin Diaz has theory on springtime struggles

Diaz offered a theory about his springtime struggles during a chat with Andy Martino of SNY.

Patriots legend expresses excitement over Drake Maye

The Super Bowl LIII Most Valuable Player is among individuals associated with the New England Patriots hyped about what rookie quarterback Drake Maye could offer the organization as soon as this fall.

Steelers have deadline for signing Russell Wilson, Justin Fields to extensions?

Omar Khan indicated that the club's long-standing policy of not negotiating deals with players during the season will continue despite Russell Wilson and Justin Fields not being signed beyond 2024.

Browns' Kevin Stefanski opens up about recovery of Deshaun Watson

During this week's mandatory minicamp, Browns HC Kevin Stefanski sounded optimistic QB Deshaun Watson will be as good as new this September.

Cardinals GM gives Kyler Murray major endorsement ahead of season

Cardinals GM Monti Ossenfort recently praised how QB Kyler Murray worked to recover from the serious knee injury he suffered in December 2022.

Falcons legend Michael Vick defends odd Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins situation

Acquiring Cousins was a "win-now" move for any team, which is why many analysts were stunned when the Falcons didn't use the No. 8 draft pick on an offensive playmaker.

Former NFL coach shares bold claim about Steelers' Russell Wilson, Justin Fields situation

On the latest edition of the "Clean Pocket" podcast, former NFL head coach Jay Gruden shared an interesting take about the Steelers' QB situation.

Insider predicts outcome of 49ers, Brandon Aiyuk contract standoff

Aiyuk, who is in the final year of his rookie contract, skipped San Francisco's mandatory minicamp last week. 

Tom Brady reveals why he took 'gap year' before starting Fox job

Brady and play-by-play broadcaster Kevin Burkhardt will be on the call for the Week 1 game between the Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns on Sept. 8. 

Insider shares bombshell about job security of Eagles' Nick Sirianni

Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes dropped somewhat of a bombshell regarding Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni.

Tom Brady offers harsh assessment of current NFL quarterbacks

Brady offered somewhat of a preview of what he'll be as a broadcaster during a recent conversation with Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports.

Patriots' Drake Maye speaks honestly about status after minicamp

It remains unclear if Maye or Jacoby Brissett will start New England's regular-season opener at the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 8.

Tom Brady shares broadcasting mindset ahead of Fox debut

Brady and Fox agreed to a 10-year deal reportedly worth $375M after the 2021 season, so the network likely will show plenty of patience if he stumbles starting when he makes his official broadcasting debut on Sept. 8.

Jets' D.J. Reed defends, praises Aaron Rodgers amid minicamp controversy

Rodgers skipped the club's two-day mandatory minicamp as an unexcused absence this week.

Analyst hints Steelers' Mike Tomlin won't fix Russell Wilson, Justin Fields

Tomlin hasn't yet found a long-term replacement for Ben Roethlisberger.

Commanders' Jayden Daniels not buying own hype just yet

Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels is doing well to stay humble regardless of the hype hovering over his status this spring.

49ers leaders open up about ongoing pursuit of Super Bowl title

NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks suggested last month that San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan may struggle to get his players to refocus on the task at hand following the club's latest postseason heartbreak.

Reporter rips Jets for 'self-inflicted' wounds amid latest Aaron Rodgers drama

Thus far, Rodgers has been little more than one big giant distraction for the Jets.

Browns' Myles Garrett using one thing as motivation for 2024 season

All-Pro pass-rusher Myles Garrett left little doubt on Wednesday what his motivation for the upcoming season is.

Vikings HC makes telling comments about Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy competition

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell shared some thoughts on the current state of his team's quarterback competition.

Former Jets QB blasts Aaron Rodgers as 'one big giant distraction'

Rodgers is skipping the club's two-day mandatory minicamp as an unexcused absence this week.

New Falcons teammates make feelings about Kirk Cousins clear

Atlanta Falcons players had only positive things to say about what quarterback Kirk Cousins offered the club ahead of training camp and amid what's been a unique offseason for the organization.

Jets' Robert Saleh again leaves Aaron Rodgers minicamp questions unanswered

Rodgers is missing the club's two-day mandatory minicamp as an unexcused absence.

Deshaun Watson, Kevin Stefanski open up about new Browns offense

The Browns reportedly replaced former OC Alex Van Pelt with Ken Dorsey this offseason because it's hoped that Dorsey's prior work with dual-threat QBs will help Watson reclaim his old form.