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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

Why does Bears' Justin Fields keep being linked with Browns?

Some individuals within the NFL community believe the Browns could take a flier on Fields as a potential future replacement for starting QB Deshaun Watson. 

NFL insider rips Jets fans 'in denial' about club's culture

The Jets own the longest active playoff drought among the four major North American sports leagues. 

Giants' Darren Waller addresses retirement rumors

Waller missed five games with a hamstring issue in 2023 and also couldn't save a Giants offense that struggled.

Yankees' Juan Soto addresses ongoing Mets rumors

Soto could become a free agent this coming fall. 

Media insider doubles down on bold claim about Tom Brady's broadcast contract

Sports media insider Richard Deitsch of The Athletic remains convinced that retired quarterback Tom Brady will eventually have second thoughts about his 10-year deal with Fox reportedly worth $375M.

Could NFC North team steal Joe Flacco from Browns?

Veteran quarterback Joe Flacco isn't against re-signing with the Browns but wants at least one more chance to serve as a starter for a club. 

Former Cowboys TE discusses team focus amid culture criticisms

Texans TE Dalton Schultz was featured on the Cowboys from 2018 to 2022 and compared the clubs during a Wednesday appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show." 

Browns' Joe Flacco sends message to QB-needy teams

Multiple stories shared on Tuesday indicated that veteran quarterback Joe Flacco may prefer to re-sign with the Cleveland Browns to serve as their backup behind Deshaun Watson rather than join a club that could allow Flacco to compete for a starting job this summer. 

Has Aaron Rodgers changed mind about emulating Tom Brady?

Back in the summer of 2022, current New York Jets starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers chuckled at the idea that he could follow in the footsteps of Tom Brady and continue playing beyond his 45th birthday. Has he wavered on that stance?

Patriots LB discusses transition from Bill Belichick to Jerod Mayo

Mayo originally joined Belichick's staff as inside linebackers coach in 2019. 

Former NFL executive blasts Giants for treatment of Daniel Jones

Louis Riddick ripped the Giants after it was reported that GM Joe Schoen is "absolutely done" with QB Daniel Jones and could draft his replacement.

Patriots' Matthew Judon pleads with NFL teams about Bill Belichick

The linebacker believes teams that had head-coaching vacancies this offseason may regret not giving the former New England head coach opportunities to win one of those jobs.

NFL executives not buying reports about Giants' Daniel Jones?

NFL executives aren't entirely convinced that Giants GM Joe Schoen will spend a high first-round draft pick to land a Daniel Jones replacement on April 25.

Bears QB Justin Fields shockingly linked with NFC North rival

Could the Chicago Bears deal QB Justin Fields within the NFC North?

Mike Florio rips NFL insiders for reporting misleading contract values

Well-known NFL insider Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk and NBC Sports is tired of others in his industry being overly friendly with agents.

Beat writer suggests Saquon Barkley fix Giants would likely decline

The Giants officially declined to use the franchise tag to retain the rights to the star RB before Tuesday's deadline for such decisions.

49ers' Deebo Samuel opens up about latest playoff heartbreak

Samuel discussed the team's recent playoff shortcomings.

Ryan Leaf shares a warning for the Bears about this draft prospect

Merril Hoge clearly isn't the only retired NFL player who has serious questions about this draft prospect.

Will Joe Flacco return to the Browns over a possible starting job?

Perhaps veteran quarterback Joe Flacco would welcome an offseason return to the Browns over joining a club that may make him a temporary starter, such as the Patriots. 

Insider, Giants icon expand on Saquon Barkley franchise-tag decision

The New York Giants didn't use the franchise tag worth roughly $12.1M to retain running back Saquon Barkley.

Former MVP compares J.J. McCarthy to Giants legend

One analyst believes McCarthy fits the mold of a Giants legend.

ESPN analyst has Drake Maye warning for Patriots

During a recent appearance on "The Rich Eisen Show," retired signal-caller and current ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky warned that the Patriots should be ready to sit Maye as a rookie. 

Insider shares if Patriots could sign Russell Wilson

Could the Patriots be in play for Russell Wilson?

NFL writer compares Drake Maye to MVP candidate, Pro Bowl QB

This writer puts Drake Maye in some elite company.

Does Texans GM believe he won Deshaun Watson trade with Browns?

Some continue to suggest that the Browns could look to move on from Watson as soon as after the 2024 season.