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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

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Insider feels 'less than 10 percent' chance Vikings make this QB decision

NFL insider Albert Breer isn't very confident that J.J. McCarthy has a chance to be the Vikings' Week 1 starter.

Steelers reporter addresses trade rumors about 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk

The Steelers were first linked with Aiyuk earlier this spring.

Mets crediting something other than Grimace for hot streak

Much has been made about the fact that the Mets posted a 7-0 record after McDonald's mascot Grimace tossed out the ceremonial first pitch ahead of a home game last week.

Chiefs TE Travis Kelce shares how, when he wants to retire

Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce isn't quite ready to retire ala older brother Jason, but time keeps marching on.

Patriots great reflects on fans saluting Bill Belichick during Tom Brady ceremony

One of the highlights of Tom Brady's Patriots Hall of Fame induction ceremony last week was the fans' opportunity to salute former head coach Bill Belichick.

Analyst blames Justin Fields for Bears' instability

One analyst had an interesting take on the dysfunction in Chicago during Justin Fields' tenure.

Former player shares harsh truth about Tom Brady replacing Greg Olsen at Fox

While Olsen became an award-winning broadcaster on Fox's top team, Brady signed a 10-year deal reportedly worth $375M following the 2021 season to eventually become the network's No. 1 analyst. 

Could Cowboys replace Dak Prescott with this four-time Pro Bowler in 2025?

The Dallas Cowboys could continue to roll with QB Dak Prescott, but what if they chose to look elsewhere?

Buccaneers great shares surprising revelation about Baker Mayfield

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield has been able to go through a clean offseason on the health front, something that wasn't the case a year ago.

Analysts share stunning take on Steelers' Russell Wilson, Browns' Deshaun Watson

Analysts Bucky Brooks and Daniel Jeremiah of NFL Network gave their AFC North quarterback power rankings for the 2024 preseason.

Why Jets' Robert Saleh loved ending Bill Belichick's Patriots tenure with loss

Even though the New York Jets and New England Patriots had little to play for in Week 18 of the 2023 season, Jets head coach Robert Saleh still celebrates his club's 17-3 win.

Insider refutes what WR Brandon Aiyuk suggested about 49ers

The 49ers still have no plans to trade the 26-year-old who is in the final year of his rookie contract and who skipped San Francisco's mandatory minicamp this month.

Lions star reflects on memorable Dan Campbell introductory news conference

Dan Campbell famously vowed during his introductory news conference that his team would be willing to "bite a kneecap off" to get where it wanted to go.

Insider pours cold water over latest 49ers, Brandon Aiyuk trade speculation

Aiyuk is in the final year of his rookie contract, skipped San Francisco's mandatory minicamp this month and said in a viral video that "they don't want me back."

Falcons' Raheem Morris discusses Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins situation

First-year Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris once again defended the club's decision to make quarterback Michael Penix Jr. the eighth pick of the 2024 NFL Draft despite having just signed Kirk Cousins.

Former teammate reveals how Aaron Rodgers feels after lost 2023 season

A former teammate shed light on Rodgers' mindset as he looks to return from a lost 2023 season.

What Falcons' Kirk Cousins learned from others who suffered Achilles injuries

Cousins tore his Achilles while featuring for the Minnesota Vikings on Oct. 29, but received a four-year, $180M contract that included $100M guaranteed to join Atlanta in March. 

Mets' Pete Alonso again discusses trade-deadline uncertainty

First baseman Pete Alonso understandably can't avoid questions about his uncertain future even amid the New York Mets' unexpected winning streak.

Reporter shares what Broncos learned about Bo Nix during springtime workouts

It appears that rookie Bo Nix has thus far met expectations since the Denver Broncos made the former Oregon Ducks quarterback the 12th overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft.

Rangers' Max Scherzer reflects on controversial Mets exit

Max Scherzer seemingly has no regrets about what became a somewhat controversial move away from the Mets last summer.

NFL insider discusses if Giants' Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen are on hot seat

During an appearance on the latest edition of the "Locked on Giants" podcast, NFL Network insider Mike Garafolo discussed if New York Giants co-owner John Mara is already thinking about moving on from head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen ahead of the 2024 season.

Rangers' Jacob deGrom opens up about feelings on Mets tenure

Before the New York Mets thrashed the Texas Rangers 14-2 on Monday night, Texas starting pitcher Jacob deGrom spoke with reporters about his tenure with the Mets that ran from the 2014 MLB season through the 2022 campaign.

Insiders address viral video involving 49ers' Brandon Aiyuk

Aiyuk is in the final year of his rookie contract and reportedly isn't close to signing an extension during San Francisco's summer break. 

Browns GM shares huge update on recovery of Deshaun Watson

The Browns have yet to get what they expected from Watson when they gave him an unprecedented contract, and injuries have cast further doubt on whether they ever will. The team's GM offered an update on the quarterback's recovery ahead of what could be a make-or-break season for the partnership.

Robert Saleh discusses what's different about second year of Jets' Aaron Rodgers era

Saleh acknowledged that "last year was different" from what he experienced this spring regarding the excitement caused by the franchise acquiring quarterback Rodgers from the Packers in April 2023.