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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

Tua Tagovailoa makes promise to Dolphins after latest injury setbacks

Tua Tagovailoa made somewhat of a promise to the Dolphins about what he will and won't do during games in 2025. 

Giants' Malik Nabers opens up about lingering toe issue

New York Giants second-year wide receiver Malik Nabers recently acknowledged that he may eventually require surgery to repair a lingering toe issue that dates back to his days at LSU.

Buccaneers' Emeka Egbuka reveals 'godsend' amid first NFL training camp

Egbuka highlighted what has been incredibly helpful for him as he navigates his first NFL training camp.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott responds to NFL personnel rankings snub

Dak Prescott was recently asked if being left off that list had him "motivated" this summer. 

Mets' Mark Vientos addresses being subject of rumors ahead of trade deadline

Vientos crushed his first career grand slam in what became the Mets' 7-6 loss at the San Diego Padres on Monday evening.

Cardinals' Kyler Murray offers major health update ahead of 2025 season

Murray spent portions of last season hoping he'd feel like his old self following the knee injury he suffered in December 2022 that left him needing ACL surgery and some meniscus repair.

Insider shares when Browns would 'like' to name starting quarterback

Kenny Pickett going down with a worrisome hamstring injury that could sideline him for at least a week made veteran Joe Flacco the favorite to win the Browns' competition for their starting QB job this summer. 

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield breaks news about contract situation

During a Monday appearance on CBS Sports HQ, Mayfield broke some news regarding the three-year, $100M deal he signed to stay with the Buccaneers back in March 2024.

Bears' Ben Johnson details how he wants Caleb Williams to improve ahead of second pro season

Past experiences and a review of game film helped Johnson assess how he wants Williams to improve ahead of the 23-year-old's second pro campaign.

Steelers reporter shares big claim about how Aaron Rodgers has looked in training camp

How has Rodgers looked early into his tenure with the Steelers?

How Browns reportedly will react to Kenny Pickett injury

Some understandably wondered if the Browns would sign a different signal-caller after Pickett suffered a worrisome hamstring injury on Saturday.

Jaguars' Liam Coen shares challenge for Trevor Lawrence ahead of critical season

Can Lawrence finally take the next step this season?

Who reportedly has 'lost ground' in Colts' QB competition

Free-agency signing Daniel Jones seemingly entered training camp as the favorite to win the starting QB job after third-year pro Anthony Richardson was shut down from throwing in late May.

How Vikings' J.J. McCarthy 'has checked critical boxes early on' in training camp

Those running the Vikings took somewhat of a gamble when they decided to trust that McCarthy would be ready to win meaningful games in September after he spent his entire rookie season recovering from a meniscus repair.

How Browns reportedly view Shedeur Sanders early into training camp

Sanders is competing with veteran Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett and 2025 third-round draft pick Dillon Gabriel for the Browns' QB1 job.

Dolphins' Jaylen Waddle addresses narrative related to Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill relationship

Tagovailoa raised some eyebrows when he suggested last week that Hill needs to rebuild some relationships with teammates following all that occurred early into 2025. 

Cowboys' Jerry Jones responds to chants about Micah Parsons amid contract stalemate

Parsons remains without his desired multiyear contract extension. 

Jets RB Breece Hall opens up about uncertain future amid rumors

Hall is playing on the final year of his rookie contract and under a new regime that had nothing to do with his acquisition by the Jets, opening the door to questions about his future in New York.

The weirdest, wildest and most bizarre sports mascots of all time

Not every mascot is a gem and a hit that lives on for generations. Some are downright weird and, truth be told, creep us out.

Jets HC shares when Justin Fields will practice after dislocating toe

While speaking with reporters, first-year Jets head coach Aaron Glenn addressed when Justin Fields will resume practicing with his teammates.

Browns' Shedeur Sanders addresses speeding incidents, lack of practice reps with starters

While speaking with reporters at training camp on Friday, Shedeur Sanders was asked about last month's speeding incidents. 

Mets' Pete Alonso explains using unique tool in on-deck circle

He provided the answers that fans were looking for.

Buccaneers GM addresses possibly signing Baker Mayfield to contract extension

During a recent chat with Jeff Howe of The Athletic, Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht suggested it's a matter of when and not if Mayfield will receive another multi-year deal from the club.

Why Giants' Jalin Hyatt has new 'confidence' ahead of critical season

During a recent chat with Evan Barnes of Newsday, Hyatt spoke about receiving an opportunity to jump-start his career as part of a Giants offense that will feature veteran Russell Wilson at quarterback.