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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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Report details how Jalen Hurts matured as leader following Eagles' collapse

For a piece published Friday, Tim McManus of ESPN detailed how Hurts has shown he's "maturing as a quarterback and a leader" during the ongoing season.

Mike Evans discusses relationship with Tom Brady following Baker Mayfield comments

During a recent chat with Greg Auman of Fox Sports, star Tampa Bay wide receiver Mike Evans spoke about how he connected with Brady both on and off the field.

Stats show where Daniel Jones is failing Giants this season

During the preseason, Brian Daboll revealed that he wanted Daniel Jones to "push the ball down the field" early and often during games this season. Jones, thus far, hasn't shown he can execute that part of Daboll's offense.

Ravens TE Mark Andrews opens up about slow start to season

Travis Kelce isn't the only noteworthy tight end off to a slow start this NFL season. Across the Ravens' first three games, Mark Andrews tallied just six receptions for 65 yards and no touchdowns. But he believes his time will come.

Insider expands on reported change in Steelers' Justin Fields, Russell Wilson situation

The Steelers' quarterback situation seems to get murkier by the day.

Patriots insider touches upon continued growth of QB Drake Maye

New England Patriots QB Drake Maye is doing what he needs to do in practice while he waits for his first start.

MLB insider shares prediction about Yankees, Juan Soto

The New York Yankees are not guaranteed to outbid the field for Juan Soto this winter.

Giants teammates address worries about rookie WR Malik Nabers

Former New York Giants offensive lineman Justin Pugh recently expressed some concerns regarding how rookie Giants wide receiver Malik Nabers will handle stardom in New York City. Now, some of Nabers' teammates have addressed the issue.

Steelers' Justin Fields describes relationship with Russell Wilson amid uncertainty

In Wilson's place, Fields guided the Steelers to three straight victories to open the campaign.

Former Giants OL warns Malik Nabers about following in footsteps of Odell Beckham Jr.

Even though he's just three games into his NFL career, Nabers already looks like the best wide receiver the Giants have had since Beckham featured for the club.

NFL GM explains why Giants could keep Daniel Jones through 2025

Jones tossed four touchdown passes and two interceptions over the campaign's first three weeks. 

Aaron Rodgers shares warning for Jets after back-to-back wins

Aaron Rodgers spoke on Wednesday about how important it is for players who haven't had much success with the Jets to stay focused on being more than September champions.

Former GM thinks money could impact Steelers' Justin Fields, Russell Wilson situation

Wilson signed a team-friendly deal to join the Steelers in March, shortly before Pittsburgh acquired Fields from the Chicago Bears.

Browns' Deshaun Watson shuts down idea that could bolster offense

Watson doesn't sound interested in one change that could potentially help spark the Browns offense.

Chiefs' Andy Reid, beat writer defend Travis Kelce over slow start to season

The star tight end has thus far recorded just eight catches for 69 yards and no touchdowns in three games this season.

NFL insiders address if Panthers could trade Bryce Young this fall

It's clear that first-year Panthers head coach Dave Canales doesn't want to sit veteran Andy Dalton in favor of Young anytime soon. 

Patriots' QB decision makes handling of Drake Maye more curious

There continue to be more questions than answers regarding the Patriots' handling of their quarterback situation. 

This is when Panthers knew they had a Bryce Young problem

The Carolina Panthers have grown increasingly frustrated with QB Bryce Young's inability to learn from mistakes.

Insider names 'sneaky' landing spot for Bill Belichick

The Jacksonville Jaguars have regressed over the past two seasons, but there's a coach out there who might be able to help put the team's ship in order should the opportunity arise.

Are other teams surprised Commanders QB Jayden Daniels already looks legit?

Commanders rookie QB Jayden Daniels already looks like the real deal. How are other NFL teams responding to his development?

Insider addresses if Browns will bench struggling Deshaun Watson

Will Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski consider sitting Deshaun Watson this coming Sunday? 

Giants RB blasts bettors angry about win-clinching move

New York Giants RB Devin Singletary basically shrugged off complaints from gamblers who were sunk when he slid short of the end zone in Sunday's win over the Cleveland Browns.

Would Patriots have drafted Jayden Daniels over Drake Maye at No. 2?

While the Commanders ultimately made Daniels a Week 1 starter, Maye spent the bulk of the season's first three weeks as a backup. 

Giants teammates praise Daniel Jones for handling of criticism, outside noise

Jones likely won't be playing for his job at MetLife Stadium this week, but he could silence some doubters by leading his team to a second straight upset victory. 

Aaron Rodgers weighs in on teams playing rookie quarterbacks

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers first learned about life in the NFL serving as Brett Favre's backup with the Green Bay Packers, and Rodgers later mentored current Green Bay starter Jordan Love for several seasons. He recently shared his thoughts on teams throwing rookie quarterbacks right into game action.