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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

Giants legend all-in on bold Jets, Justin Jefferson idea

Tiki Barber explained on Thursday why the New York Jets should be all-in on trying to trade for Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver Justin Jefferson ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. 

Insider links Super Bowl MVP QB with Patriots

There is a chance the Patriots could look to sign a proven commodity at QB in free agency. 

Jets seem to be getting bad Zach Wilson news at NFL Scouting Combine

It appears the Jets may have to pay in one way or another to get the QB out of the building. 

Report on Patriots' NFL Draft, QB plans quickly questioned

It appears smokescreen season arrived for the Patriots even before the conclusion of the ongoing NFL Scouting Combine.

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles kept receipts after preseason predictions

Professional athletes and coaches often claim they pay little or even no attention to what's said about them or their teams by media members and fans. 

NFL analyst defends Giants' Daniel Jones, says QB was 'made for New York'

Regardless of what the Giants during the draft, Jones must concentrate on being fully healthy.

Mets fans will hate latest Pete Alonso predictions

Big-spending New York Mets owner Steve Cohen recently made it known he is "not tone-deaf" but will he follow through?

Coach shares surprising take on Jets' Zach Wilson

The New York Jets want to trade quarterback Zach Wilson but reportedly will release him if no buyer emerges ahead of summer training camp workouts. 

Texans' Nick Caserio opens up about Bill Belichick

Caserio spoke during the NFL combine this week about Belichick not receiving a job from any franchise after he and Patriots owner Robert Kraft "mutually" agreed to part ways in January. 

Former Jets QB shares warning for Aaron Rodgers, others

Changes could be coming for the Jets if general manager Joe Douglas, head coach Robert Saleh and veteran signal-caller Aaron Rodgers don't win big next season. 

Former GM shares wild Bears idea regarding Caleb Williams, Justin Fields

Most analysts in the NFL community believe the Chicago Bears will either stick with Justin Fields or draft Caleb Williams. There is, however, a wild and unlikely third option.

Why Giants could again 'reach' for QB with pick No. 6

The New York Giants reportedly aren't all that interested in trading up into the top three picks of the 2024 NFL Draft, but that doesn't mean they're not targeting a quarterback.

Insider shares if Jets could keep Zach Wilson without trade

Jets insider Zack Rosenblatt didn't mince words when asked about Zach Wilson's Jets future.

Whispers linking Giants' Saquon Barkley with AFC playoff team growing louder

Barkley's future in New York is uncertain, and it appears an AFC playoff team is closely monitoring the situation.

Browns won't make big Deshaun Watson change after injury

Don't expect a big change in Deshaun Watson's game.

Did Raiders' Antonio Pierce take shot at Jimmy Garoppolo after report?

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce certainly seemed to take a shot at veteran quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo while speaking at the NFL scouting combine.

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski opens up about new Patriots OC

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski spoke with reporters at the NFL scouting combine on Wednesday and insisted the Patriots have a "great" new offensive coordinator in Alex Van Pelt after Cleveland replaced Van Pelt with Ken Dorsey this offseason. 

Beat writer weighs in on Giants possibly trading up to draft quarterback

New York Giants fans may want the team to pull the plug on QB Daniel Jones via the draft, but that ultimately may be nothing more than wishful thinking.

Dolphins GM offers update on Tua Tagovailoa contract talks

The team has plenty to think about before it guarantees Tagovailoa any money beyond next season.

Chiefs' Clark Hunt responds to concerning NFLPA report card

Kansas City Chiefs chairman and CEO Clark Hunt somewhat surprisingly received an F-, the league's worst ownership grade, in the NFL Players Association's 2024 report cards released on Wednesday. 

Insider suggests Saquon Barkley could leave Giants for interesting reason

Saquon Barkley may soon be disappointed with the offers he receives in free agency, but Boomer Esiason suggested he could nevertheless leave the Giants for an interesting reason. 

Jets make expected decision on QB Zach Wilson

Jets GM Joe Douglas confirmed that QB Zach Wilson and his representation have been granted permission to seek a trade this offseason. 

Texans reportedly make Mike Evans decision amid contract demands

Evans routinely has been linked in stories with the Texans. 

Chiefs' Andy Reid addresses Eric Bieniemy leaving NFL for UCLA

Bieniemy served as an assistant and later as offensive coordinator with the Chiefs under Reid from 2013 through 2022.

Mets legend compares own experience to Pete Alonso saga

Mets legend Darryl Strawberry believes the conversations that Pete Alonso will have about his playing future will differ from what he experienced before he left the club as a free agent after the 1990 season.