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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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Jets players address Aaron Rodgers attempting comeback this season

How do Aaron Rodgers' teammates feel about his unprecedented comeback?

Mac Jones discusses Patriots future after latest benching

Mac Jones remains committed to finding success with the New England Patriots.

Former MVP shares big praise for Giants' Tommy DeVito

A former NFL MVP thinks undrafted Giants rookie QB Tommy DeVito could be the real deal.

Bills' Shaq Lawson addresses confronting fan at Eagles game

Buffalo Bills defensive end Shaq Lawson took to his Instagram account on Monday to address a viral video that showed Lawson and other Buffalo players confronting fans during the club's 37-34 overtime loss at the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. 

Frank Reich addresses being fired by Panthers

Frank Reich insists he has "no hard feelings" for Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper after Tepper dismissed Reich Monday with the club at 1-10. 

Giants QB Tommy DeVito has unique pregame habit

It turns out New York Giants undrafted rookie Tommy DeVito prefers to get right to work on gamedays, even when he's his team's starting quarterback. 

Former NFL MVP compares Patriots' Mac Jones to Jets bust

Even before New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick benched quarterback Mac Jones during Sunday's 10-7 loss at the New York Giants, multiple outlets reported that some or most New England players had lost faith in the 2021 first-round draft pick. 

Former GM addresses how Justin Fields can save Bears career

Former NFL general manager and current ESPN front office insider Mike Tannenbaum believes quarterback Justin Fields will have to make a significant leap if he wants to convince the Bears not to draft his replacement.

Jason Kelce shares how Eagles fans cause 'problems' during home games

Philadelphia Eagles All-Pro center Jason Kelce acknowledged after Sunday's thrilling 37-34 overtime win over the Buffalo Bills that the club's loud supporters can sometimes create issues during home games. 

Patriots players reveal bizarre handling of QB situation

It appears any supposed drama regarding who would start at quarterback for the New England Patriots between Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe at the New York Giants on Sunday afternoon was just for show. 

Giants rookie WR discusses spark for breakout game

New York Giants rookie wide receiver Jalin Hyatt revealed that a conversation with head coach Brian Daboll helped propel him to a breakout performance in Sunday's 10-7 victory over the New England Patriots.

49ers' Brock Purdy opens up about initial reaction to elbow injury

49ers quarterback Brock Purdy opened up regarding his initial reaction upon learning he suffered a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow during the team's NFC Championship game loss to the Eagles this past January. 

Report names two Steelers who should benefit from Matt Canada firing

The Steelers won't have Canada to blame if their offense remains stuck in neutral through the weekend.

Rob Gronkowski has bold take on 2023 NFL MVP Award

While Gronkowski made some solid points, history suggests he and others hoping a non-QB hoists the trophy during the "NFL Honors" in February will probably be disappointed.

Jets OC Nathaniel Hackett addresses Zach Wilson benching

New York Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett spoke with reporters Wednesday and addressed head coach Robert Saleh relegating quarterback Zach Wilson to third on the depth chart for Friday's home game against the 7-3 Miami Dolphins.

Report details how Ravens' Lamar Jackson changed after contract

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson is already a one-time NFL Most Valuable Player but may be better than ever playing under first-year Baltimore offensive coordinator Todd Monken.

Mac Jones may have leaked Patriots' QB plan for Giants game

Quarterback Mac Jones may have intentionally or unintentionally revealed he'll start over backups Bailey Zappe and Will Grier when the 2-8 New England Patriots play at the 3-8 New York Giants this coming Sunday.

Could Commanders fire Ron Rivera before season ends?

Rivera's job security took another hit with Week 11's loss to the lowly Giants. Is it possible the embattled head coach doesn't make it through the season?

Former QB campaigns for Texans' C.J. Stroud to win MVP

Quarterback C.J. Stroud is cruising toward earning Offensive Rookie of the Year honors and emerged as a popular Most Valuable Player candidate with his Houston Texans at 6-4 ahead of this coming Sunday's home game against the 7-3 Jacksonville Jaguars. 

Insiders share if Bears could draft Justin Fields' replacement in 2024

It sounds like quarterback Justin Fields will spend the rest of the 2023 NFL season trying to convince the Chicago Bears he's their long-term answer at the position. 

Giants' Tommy DeVito addresses facing Patriots' Bill Belichick

New York Giants undrafted rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito participated in a food distribution event at the Meadowlands YMCA in East Rutherford on Tuesday but made it clear he's fully focused on facing a defensive game plan created by New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick this coming Sunday. 

49ers' Brock Purdy discusses strength of surgically repaired arm

Purdy discussed his recovery from surgery and the current strength of his arm.

Insider explains why Patriots may sit QB Mac Jones vs. Giants

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick may sit starting quarterback Mac Jones for this Sunday's game.

Jets' Robert Saleh addresses possible Zach Wilson draft controversy

Jets HC Robert Saleh clarified some controversial comments when asked about them on Tuesday. 

QB trainer shares bold claim about Jets' Tim Boyle

Well-respected quarterback trainer Tony Racioppi of the TEST Football Academy in New Jersey spent time this offseason working with Tim Boyle of the New York Jets and suggested Boyle could be an ideal replacement for the benched Zach Wilson.