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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

This Daniel Jones move 'not totally off the table' for Colts after injury

Far more questions than answers exist regarding the future of Indianapolis Colts starting quarterback Daniel Jones after Jones suffered a season-ending torn Achilles.

What Titans' Cam Ward reportedly wants from his next head coach

The rookie quarterback and 2025 No. 1 overall draft pick lost his first head coach in his career when the Titans fired Brian Callahan in October.

Colts may have viewed Philip Rivers as an option before Daniel Jones injury

Were the Colts thinking about Rivers even before Jones got hurt?

Ben Roethlisberger advises Steelers to embrace 'outside noise' regarding Mike Tomlin

Just last week, Roethlisberger was among the noteworthy members of the NFL community who were suggesting that the Steelers and Tomlin should agree to part ways in January.

What Philip Rivers' last NFL coach told QB about returning to Colts

The Colts lost starting quarterback Daniel Jones to a season-ending torn Achilles tendon this past weekend, and first-choice backup Anthony Richardson Sr. is sidelined due to an orbital fracture.

Are Colts planning to start Philip Rivers vs. Seahawks after remarkable return?

One of the most unexpected returns in NFL history became a reality when multiple reports confirmed on Tuesday that the Indianapolis Colts were signing the 44-year-old Rivers to their practice squad.

Mike Tomlin issues challenge to disgruntled Steelers fans ahead of Dolphins game

During the Pittsburgh Steelers' 26-7 home loss to the Buffalo Bills on Nov. 30, angry Steelers fans chanted for the club to fire head coach Mike Tomlin.

Is Cowboys' Jerry Jones more concerned about George Pickens' effort than before?

During a Tuesday appearance on Dallas sports radio station 105.3 The Fan, Jones was asked if he had changed his opinion regarding what Pickens did and/or didn't do versus the Lions.

NHL players predict where Penguins' Sidney Crosby will play after 2025-26 season

Crosby's future beyond next spring remains a top storyline hovering over the Penguins.

Steelers insider names source regarding Mike Tomlin contract leak

Steelers insider Gerry Dulac of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette addressed information about Tomlin's deal going public when it did. 

NFL executives, coach voice major concerns about Ravens' Lamar Jackson

Following the Ravens' 27-22 loss to the Steelers that dropped Baltimore to 6-7, unnamed NFL executives spoke with Jeff Howe of The Athletic about what they've seen from Jackson since early November.

Do Jets players want to see more of rookie QB Brady Cook?

The Jets had to turn to undrafted rookie quarterback and third-choice option Brady Cook during what became a frustrating 34-10 home loss to the Dolphins.

Patriots' Drake Maye eyeing 'the big one' ahead of massive game vs. Bills 

The 11-2 Patriots will clinch the AFC East title if they defeat the 9-4 Buffalo Bills this coming Sunday. 

Steelers' Joey Porter Jr. gives verdict on controversial Isaiah Likely play in win over Ravens

One of the more controversial NFL moments of this past weekend involved the Baltimore Ravens having a go-ahead touchdown taken off the scoreboard.

Carlos Mendoza blasts reports about clubhouse issues that allegedly impacted Mets during 2025 season

A report from late November suggested that alleged clubhouse issues impacted the New York Mets as they endured a brutal collapse.

How Buccaneers plan to help Emeka Egbuka bounce back from drop in loss to Saints

It is fair to wonder if Egbuka may be hitting a so-called "rookie wall" ahead of Christmas. He recorded six touchdown catches over his first nine games but hasn't found the end zone since.

Raiders' Pete Carroll shares defiant message about controversial field-goal decision in loss to Broncos

Carroll kicked a meaningless field goal at the close of his team's loss to the Broncos.

Andy Reid changes tune about controversial fourth-down call in Chiefs' loss to Texans

Reid has seemingly reevaluated his assessment of his controversial fourth-down decision.

Chargers' Justin Herbert earns 'competitive maniac' label after 'MNF' win over Eagles

One week after Herbert underwent surgery to repair a fracture in his left (non-throwing) hand, he gutted out an ugly 22-19 overtime win over the Eagles that improved the Chargers to 9-4 on Monday night. 

Eagles' Jalen Hurts, A.J. Brown accept blame after 'MNF' loss to Chargers

Hurts was responsible for five total giveaways, two of which occurred on one play in the contest's second quarter.

Tom Brady breaks down brutal Caleb Williams interception in Bears' loss to Packers

The Bears fell to 9-4 on the season via a 28-21 defeat after Williams threw the interception on Chicago's final offensive play.

Browns' Shedeur Sanders call should silence Deshaun Watson chatter until 2026

Sanders produced the best outing, to date, of his young career in a 31-29 home loss to the Tennessee Titans that dropped the Browns to 3-10 on Sunday. 

Kellen Moore addresses Saints' energy, focus amid uncertain future

The Saints earned an upset win over the Bucs amid a frustrating first season under Moore.

Will Anthony Richardson Sr. be available to save Colts after brutal Daniel Jones injury?

Richardson is recovering from an orbital fracture that he suffered during a pregame warmup ahead of Indianapolis' Week 6 game against the Arizona Cardinals.