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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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Caleb Williams silences Bears rumors ahead of draft decision

Caleb Williams attempted to pour cold water over any idea he wants the Bears to pass on making him the first overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Giants GM addresses Brian Daboll-Mike Kafka relationship

New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen discussed reports of tension among the coaching staff.

Chiefs' Mecole Hardman continues revenge tour on Jets after Super Bowl

Hardman participated in a total of 28 offensive snaps across five games for the Jets in 2023 before he was traded back to Kansas City. 

49ers GM John Lynch happy about team's stability at QB position

49ers general manager John Lynch spoke with reporters at the NFL scouting combine on Tuesday and indicated Brock Purdy is cemented atop the depth chart as the club's starting quarterback

Vikings HC offers strong response to Justin Jefferson trade rumors

Vikings head coach Kevin O’Connell addressed the matter during a Tuesday appearance on the "PFT Live" show and insisted the Vikings "have no intent to trade Justin Jefferson" before, during or after the 2024 draft. 

Are Buccaneers saving franchise tag for Baker Mayfield?

Mayfield hasn't yet put pen to paper on a deal with the Buccaneers.

'He's coming off three injuries in two years': Giants GM opens up about Daniel Jones

Giants GM Joe Schoen acknowledged that Daniel Jones' worrisome injury history could impact how he handles New York's QB situation this offseason. 

Vikings HC offers big Kirk Cousins update

Cousins has repeatedly spoken highly about what's been his NFL home since 2018.

Former MVP has big prediction for Giants' Daniel Jones

Former quarterback, one-time Most Valuable Player and current NFL analyst Boomer Esiason shared somewhat of a surprising take about maligned Giants QB Daniel Jones.

Former Patriots QB defends Mac Jones amid rumors

Former New England Patriots quarterback Brian Hoyer defended current New England signal-caller Mac Jones amid whispers the club could part ways with the 2021 first-round draft pick.

Buccaneers HC discusses futures of Baker Mayfield, Mike Evans

Todd Bowles spoke about the futures of Baker Mayfield and Mike Evans during a Tuesday appearance on the NFL Network "Good Morning Football" program. 

Browns insider expands on Patriots OC, Joe Flacco links

Flacco has been linked to the Patriots following their hire of former Browns offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt.

Draft expert has bold take about future of Giants' Daniel Jones

ESPN NFL Draft guru Mel Kiper Jr. explained on the latest edition of the ESPN "First Draft" program why he believes the New York Giants should spend the sixth overall pick on a top-tier playmaker

Top QB prospect discusses possibly playing for Patriots

Much has changed after the Patriots won the Super Bowl in the 2018 season.

Bears' D.J. Moore expands on bold Justin Fields claim

Most analysts expect the Bears will use the top pick of this year's draft to replace Fields with USC Trojans QB Caleb Williams. 

Colin Cowherd compares Bears' Justin Fields to Jets flop

FS1 personality Colin Cowherd took somewhat of a curious shot at Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields by comparing Fields to New York Jets flop Zach Wilson while discussing how Chicago media members allegedly treated Fields. 

Why flooded market could extend Giants' relationship with Saquon Barkley

ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter reported on Monday afternoon that Saquon Barkley of the Giants is among a handful of big-name running backs who won't have their rights retained via the franchise tag and, thus, will become free agents in March. 

Reporter discusses Eric Bieniemy leaving NFL for UCLA

NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated explained how former Kansas City Chiefs and Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy becoming associate head coach and offensive coordinator with the UCLA Bruins shows "how the league sees" Bieniemy at this stage of his career.

Peter King has two-word message for Jalen Hurts in retirement column

King used a portion of Monday's "Football Morning in America" column regarding his retirement to send a direct message to Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts. 

Draft analyst discusses Bears' Caleb Williams, Justin Fields decision

Much will be made ahead of, during and possibly after the upcoming NFL scouting combine about whether the Chicago Bears should use the first overall pick of this year's draft to replace starting quarterback Justin Fields with USC Trojans star signal-caller Caleb Williams.

Insider shares prediction about Tom Brady replacing Fox's Greg Olsen

Brady spent portions of this past campaign studying broadcasts and receiving pointers from broadcasters.

Merril Hoge explains shocking takes on Drake Maye, Caleb Williams

Retired player and current NFL analyst Merril Hoge has once again generated headlines with a take about an advertised top-tier prospect.

Bills HC shares huge Super Bowl prediction

Sean McDermott's squads have a reputation for coming up short in January.

Why Chargers’ Joey Bosa is already impressed with Jim Harbaugh

Los Angeles Chargers star pass-rusher Joey Bosa has had Jim Harbaugh as a head coach for only a month but already seems impressed with the 60-year-old.

Tom Brady opens up about devastating Super Bowl loss

The 2007 Patriots finished that campaign with one overall loss.