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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

Jets OC reacts to controversial Garrett Wilson comments

New York Jets wide receiver Garrett Wilson raised some eyebrows with comments he made regarding the team's offense, and his offensive coordinator has responded.

Former Patriots quarterback addresses Baker Mayfield's comments on Tom Brady

Brian Hoyer didn't mind the stress of playing with Tom Brady, anyway.

Insider questions Steelers being linked with Raiders' Davante Adams

Adams would instantly become the top target for a Steelers team that started the season at 3-1.

Personnel exec, former QB offer thoughts on struggles of Trevor Lawrence

The poor play of Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has become a significant issue for the team and has generated plenty of discussion around the league.

Patriots beat writer updates Jacoby Brissett, Drake Maye prediction

Have the first four weeks of the season changed the Patriots' plans for Drake Maye?

Darius Slayton discusses trade rumors amid Giants' latest woes

Unless the Giants win at least three of their next five games, general manager Joe Schoen must consider trading Darius Slayton before the Nov. 5 deadline arrives.

Patriots legend responds to rumor of 'sneaky' Bill Belichick landing spot

Rob Gronkowski wants to see Bill Belichick back on an NFL sideline.

Colts' Anthony Richardson responds to critics who say he's injury-prone

Richardson went down with what's been reported as oblique and abdominal strains in this past Sunday's 27-24 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Former HC praises Steelers' Mike Tomlin for handling of QB situation

Jason Garrett praised Mike Tomlin for keeping his team together in what could have become a delicate situation. 

Pete Alonso called out ahead of Mets' must-win game at Brewers

Alonso has been singled out as a player who needs to step up as the Mets look to avoid elimination.

Jets CB addresses Garrett Wilson, Davante Adams narrative

Adams requested a trade from the Raiders earlier this week and has the Jets as one of his top desired destinations.

Robert Saleh addresses concerns about relationship with Aaron Rodgers

Saleh addressed growing speculation that there is a rift between him and his star quarterback.

Could Raiders hold onto Davante Adams through trade deadline?

Las Vegas Raiders WR Davante Adams may want out, but that doesn't mean the team has to trade him.

NFL insider updates if Giants' Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen are on hot seat

The Giants have lost three of their first four games, and QB Daniel Jones has failed to show he's vastly improved from where he was at this point last year. 

Doug Pederson addresses if he has lost Jaguars locker room

Jacksonville has dropped nine of its past 10 games going back to last season, and rumblings continue to suggest team owner Shad Khan could fire Pederson at any point if the club doesn't soon right the ship. 

Former Jets QB makes huge prediction about Raiders' Davante Adams

Adams requested a trade from the Raiders on Tuesday.

Report explains how Jaguars are addressing Trevor Lawrence's struggles

ESPN Jaguars reporter Michael DiRocco discussed how the team is "addressing" Trevor Lawrence's struggles amid its losing streak.

Reporter updates Raiders' Gardner Minshew, Aidan O'Connell situation amid Davante Adams trade talk

The Raiders could soon begin the next stage of their needed roster rebuild by trading wantaway star wide receiver Davante Adams.

NFL reporter names shocking possible landing spot for Bill Belichick

Could Bill Belichick return to the Meadowlands?

Report shares if Titans will stick with Will Levis over Mason Rudolph

Rudolph shepherded the previously winless Titans to a victory over the Miami Dolphins on Monday night after Levis suffered a shoulder injury.

Insider addresses if Justin Fields has won Steelers' QB1 job over Russell Wilson

Fields' best statistical performance of the season came in a Steelers loss, but he has nonetheless guided Pittsburgh to a 3-1 start. Has he done enough to win the QB1 job?

Lions HC Dan Campbell rights Jared Goff wrong

Campbell committed an oversight following Detroit's win over the Seahawks in Week 4, but he says the mistake has been remedied.

Aaron Rodgers addresses potential controversy involving Robert Saleh

Rodgers addressed speculation that there is a serious issue between him and his head coach.

Patriots writer dismisses unique Jacoby Brissett, Drake Maye idea

Calls for Drake Maye to play meaningful snaps for the Patriots continue to grow louder, but it doesn't sound like the team is considering one unique approach to getting the rookie some playing time.

Baker Mayfield praises Buccaneers' new 'Energizer Bunny'

Mayfield praised the 31-year-old on Tuesday for what he's offered the club.