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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

Would Joe Flacco return to Browns as Deshaun Watson's backup?

Veteran quarterback and soon-to-be free agent Joe Flacco sounds willing to return to the Cleveland Browns for another season even though doing so would mean opening the summer as the backup behind Deshaun Watson.

Former Steelers GM reflects on Tom Brady draft: 'We and the rest of the NFL messed it'

Colbert understandably expressed regret during an appearance on the "North Catholic Athletics Podcast" about missing out on who became the G.O.A.T. signal-caller.

How Dave Canales got best out of Baker Mayfield

A knowledgeable source shared some insights on how Canales helped Mayfield thrive in 2023.

Bruce Arians expands on stepping down as Buccaneers head coach

Current Tampa Bay Buccaneers senior advisor Bruce Arians spoke during a recent appearance on "The Rock Stops Here" podcast about his shocking decision to step down as head coach of the club on March 30, 2022. 

Website offers interesting solution for Tony Romo, Greg Olsen

In its latest sports media newsletter released on Wednesday, the Awful Announcing website produced an interesting idea for how CBS could handle Tony Romo's future.

Did Giants co-owner respond to fan letter about Daniel Jones?

It appears New York Giants co-owner John Mara isn't done responding to letters he receives from paying customers. 

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield opens up about 'Baker be Baker' mentality

Shortly after quarterback Baker Mayfield guided the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to an impressive 32-9 wild-card playoff win over the Philadelphia Eagles in January, Tampa Bay head coach Todd Bowles noted how the organization let "Baker be Baker." 

Adoree' Jackson opens up about uncertain Giants future

New York Giants veteran cornerback Adoree' Jackson sounds willing to stay with the organization instead of heading elsewhere in free agency, but only if his current club makes him what he deems to be a reasonable offer. 

Jason Kelce, Travis Kelce discuss 'bump' of Chiefs' Andy Reid

Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce didn't dance around the issue while speaking with Kansas City Chiefs All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce about Travis' "bump" of head coach Andy Reid in the second quarter of Super Bowl LVIII this past Sunday night. 

Tom Brady makes shocking admission about leaving Patriots

It was reported not long after New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and head coach Bill Belichick "mutually" agreed to part ways in January that Belichick "never truly believed Brady would leave" the club as a free agent following the 2019 NFL season. 

49ers HC backs Brock Purdy after Super Bowl loss, but could veteran addition be considered?

It's now public knowledge that Shanahan wanted to start living legend Tom Brady over Purdy this past season, and some have speculated that the coach could pursue a veteran such as Kirk Cousins of the Minnesota Vikings this spring.

Tom Brady discusses dealing with Super Bowl defeats

Brady lost on the NFL's biggest stage on three occasions during his Patriots tenure.

Pat McAfee extends invitation to unhired Bill Belichick

It appears former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick could participate in weekly "The Pat McAfee Show" spots after every NFL team passed on hiring Belichick this winter. 

Former Jets QB sounds warning about Aaron Rodgers

Former New York Jets quarterback, one-time Most Valuable Player and current NFL analyst Boomer Esiason explained during Tuesday's edition of the WFAN "Boomer and Gio" program why New York QB1 Aaron Rodgers had "better not" have a say in who serves as his backup during the 2024 season. 

Jason Kelce discusses 'drawbacks' of Travis Kelce-Taylor Swift relationship

Kansas City Chiefs All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce became a three-time Super Bowl champion via his club's 25-22 overtime win over the San Francisco 49ers this past Sunday night despite any alleged distractions linked with his dating entertainment superstar Taylor Swift. 

Patrick Mahomes addresses pursuit of Tom Brady

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes isn't shy about the fact that the NFL feats accomplished by living legend Tom Brady give him "something to strive for every single day."

Falcons icon addresses hiring of Raheem Morris over Bill Belichick

A franchise icon has weighed in on the Falcons' decision to hire Raheem Morris as their next head coach.

Why Bruce Arians knew Baker Mayfield would succeed with Buccaneers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers senior advisor Bruce Arians served as an analyst for CBS in 2018 and learned plenty about quarterback Baker Mayfield when Mayfield was a rookie with the Cleveland Browns that season.

CBS' Tony Romo predicts broadcasting future of Fox's Tom Brady

CBS lead NFL analyst and retired quarterback Tony Romo is one of the numerous individuals in the industry who has spoken with living legend Tom Brady about Brady becoming Fox's No. 1 league analyst beginning next season. 

Giants legend rips overtime rules showcased in Super Bowl

New York Giants legend and CBS Sports NFL analyst Tiki Barber clearly isn't a fan of the overtime rules showcased in this past Sunday's Super Bowl LVIII clash between the Kansas City Chiefs and San Francisco 49ers. 

Tom Brady reacts to Travis Kelce-Andy Reid Super Bowl confrontation

Hours before the Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers 25-22 in Super Bowl LVIII on Sunday night, All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce went viral for the way he confronted head coach Andy Reid on the sideline during the game's second quarter.

Mets' Edwin Diaz has huge expectations for return season

New York Mets All-Star closer Edwin Diaz believes he can and will return to the form that made him the winner of the 2022 Trevor Hoffman National League Reliever of the Year Award.

Mets fans will likely have Pete Alonso fears realized

It sounds as though Mets fans will have to sweat out Alonso's future.

Insider blasts voters for Damar Hamlin Comeback Player of the Year snub

"Eight voters did not have Hamlin in their top three Comeback candidates," Peter King said. "I simply do not understand."

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes called shot before Super Bowl-winning drive

It turns out that even facing a deficit in overtime of a Super Bowl isn't enough to cause Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes to lose his cool.