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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

ESPN analysts disagree over Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.

The Falcons shocked the NFL world by drafting Michael Penix Jr., and the move has even pitted some analysts against each other.

Analysts react to Broncos making Bo Nix 12th pick of draft

It's assumed that head coach Sean Payton will have Nix compete with Jarrett Stidham for the Broncos' starting QB job this summer.

Why gun-related arrest didn't prevent Giants from drafting Malik Nabers

Nabers was the sixth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Caleb Williams embracing lofty, historic goals with Bears

The Chicago Bears are getting a confident, driven individual in QB Caleb Williams.

Aaron Rodgers reacts to Jets drafting Olu Fashanu

The Jets made multiple moves to bolster their offensive line earlier in the offseason, so many linked the club ahead of the draft with Georgia Bulldogs star tight end Brock Bowers. 

Analysts perplexed by Falcons' Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins situation

The Falcons made Washington Huskies quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the eighth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft less than two months after they signed veteran Kirk Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract.

Will Patriots start Drake Maye over Jacoby Brissett?

The Patriots' selection of Drake Maye on Thursday put the team's quarterback battle in the spotlight.

Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown shares warning after contract extension

Detroit Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown has no plans to rest on his laurels after netting a huge contract extension.

Cam Newton compares Bo Nix to NFL MVP candidate

Former NFL MVP Cam Newton sees a little bit of 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy in Oregon's Bo Nix.

Analysts compare Drake Maye to two NFL stars before draft

North Carolina Tar Heels quarterback Drake Maye became a polarizing prospect leading up to the NFL Draft.

Cam Newton claps back at Caleb Williams' critics

Cam Newton used a Thursday morning NFL Network appearance to blast those who have criticized Caleb Williams for reasons unrelated to his play.

Insider explains how Giants could draft QB and trade Daniel Jones

Boomer Esiason warned the Giants this week that they shouldn't keep Daniel Jones on the roster if they draft his eventual replacement.

Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown addresses facing Caleb Williams in NFL

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown is the latest to sing Caleb Williams' praises.

Steelers insider shares Justin Fields prediction after contract decision

The Steelers acquired Fields from the Chicago Bears for a conditional 2025 sixth-round draft pick earlier this offseason.

Rome Odunze raves about Michael Penix Jr. ahead of draft

Washington wide receiver Rome Odunze didn't know as of Thursday morning when either he or quarterback and college teammate Michael Penix Jr. would be selected

49ers' George Kittle shares Brandon Aiyuk plea before draft

George Kittle left little doubt that he doesn't want the club to trade Brandon Aiyuk at any point during the 2024 NFL Draft. 

Brian Cashman discusses what Juan Soto has meant to 2024 Yankees

New York Yankees senior vice president and general manager Brian Cashman discussed the addition of Soto, who has thrived in his first month in New York.

Merril Hoge delivers final Drake Maye shots before NFL Draft

Retired player and current NFL analyst Merril Hoge wanted to make sure before the draft got underway on Thursday evening that everyone knows he isn't a big fan of North Carolina quarterback Drake Maye.

USC QB Caleb Williams explains why he gets his fingernails painted

USC QB Caleb Williams knows what he is about.

Jayden Daniels addresses if he'd play for Commanders

Jayden Daniels spoke with reporters at a pre-draft event on Wednesday and insisted he "100 percent" would happily join the Washington Commanders if they make him the second pick of the player-selection process on Thursday night. 

Former MVP warns Giants about drafting QB, keeping Daniel Jones

With the Giants rumored to be taking a QB in the draft, where does that leave Daniel Jones?

Marvin Harrison Jr. explains controversial predraft decisions

Ohio State Buckeyes star wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. received criticism for his approach to the draft and has now commented on that criticism.

Analyst makes final draft plea for Bears to pass on Caleb Williams

At least one analyst is going against conventional wisdom regarding the first pick in the draft.

Kyler Murray hints how he wants Cardinals to use fourth pick of draft

It sure sounds like Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray knows what he wants his team to do with the No. 4 pick in the draft.

Former GM gives Drake Maye unflattering label ahead of NFL Draft

As of early Wednesday afternoon, the New England Patriots appeared on track to make Maye the draft's third pick.