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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

Insider shares bombshell about job security of Eagles' Nick Sirianni

Philadelphia Inquirer columnist Marcus Hayes dropped somewhat of a bombshell regarding Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni.

Tom Brady offers harsh assessment of current NFL quarterbacks

Brady offered somewhat of a preview of what he'll be as a broadcaster during a recent conversation with Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports.

Patriots' Drake Maye speaks honestly about status after minicamp

It remains unclear if Maye or Jacoby Brissett will start New England's regular-season opener at the Cincinnati Bengals on Sept. 8.

Tom Brady shares broadcasting mindset ahead of Fox debut

Brady and Fox agreed to a 10-year deal reportedly worth $375M after the 2021 season, so the network likely will show plenty of patience if he stumbles starting when he makes his official broadcasting debut on Sept. 8.

Jets' D.J. Reed defends, praises Aaron Rodgers amid minicamp controversy

Rodgers skipped the club's two-day mandatory minicamp as an unexcused absence this week.

Analyst hints Steelers' Mike Tomlin won't fix Russell Wilson, Justin Fields

Tomlin hasn't yet found a long-term replacement for Ben Roethlisberger.

Commanders' Jayden Daniels not buying own hype just yet

Washington Commanders rookie quarterback Jayden Daniels is doing well to stay humble regardless of the hype hovering over his status this spring.

49ers leaders open up about ongoing pursuit of Super Bowl title

NFL Network analyst Bucky Brooks suggested last month that San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan may struggle to get his players to refocus on the task at hand following the club's latest postseason heartbreak.

Reporter rips Jets for 'self-inflicted' wounds amid latest Aaron Rodgers drama

Thus far, Rodgers has been little more than one big giant distraction for the Jets.

Browns' Myles Garrett using one thing as motivation for 2024 season

All-Pro pass-rusher Myles Garrett left little doubt on Wednesday what his motivation for the upcoming season is.

Vikings HC makes telling comments about Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy competition

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell shared some thoughts on the current state of his team's quarterback competition.

Former Jets QB blasts Aaron Rodgers as 'one big giant distraction'

Rodgers is skipping the club's two-day mandatory minicamp as an unexcused absence this week.

New Falcons teammates make feelings about Kirk Cousins clear

Atlanta Falcons players had only positive things to say about what quarterback Kirk Cousins offered the club ahead of training camp and amid what's been a unique offseason for the organization.

Jets' Robert Saleh again leaves Aaron Rodgers minicamp questions unanswered

Rodgers is missing the club's two-day mandatory minicamp as an unexcused absence.

Deshaun Watson, Kevin Stefanski open up about new Browns offense

The Browns reportedly replaced former OC Alex Van Pelt with Ken Dorsey this offseason because it's hoped that Dorsey's prior work with dual-threat QBs will help Watson reclaim his old form.

Randall Cobb rips Jets for leaking negative Zach Wilson story

Veteran wide receiver Randall Cobb spent the 2023 NFL season with the New York Jets and recently suggested that somebody within the organization is to blame for a negative story about quarterback Zach Wilson going public this past December.

Insider shares how Patriots' Drake Maye has already improved

It sounds like Maye is making progress.

Are Jets punishing Aaron Rodgers over unexcused minicamp absences?

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh raised eyebrows when he confirmed Tuesday that quarterback Aaron Rodgers would be missing the club's two-day mandatory minicamp as an unexcused absence. Will the star quarterback be punished by the team?

Chiefs' Travis Kelce shares thoughts on eventual retirement

Kelce teased last fall that he thinks about retirement "nonstop," in part because of the numerous physical setbacks he has dealt with during his career.

Browns' Deshaun Watson opens up about his absences, confidence level

The three-time Pro Bowler played in just six games last season before a shoulder injury left him needing surgery.

Giants' Daniel Jones shares big update on injury recovery

Jones gave a major update while discussing his recovery from the torn ACL he suffered on Nov. 5.

MLB insider offers major trade update on Mets' Pete Alonso

Whispers are growing louder regarding the New York Mets possibly making All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso available to other clubs before the July 30 trade deadline.

Vikings reporter expands on Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy competition

A team reporter offered further insight into the team's quarterback competition.

Insiders predict two-team free-agency showdown for Yankees' Juan Soto

The future of Yankees star Juan Soto continues to be debated ahead of his pending free agency.

Jared Goff compares successes with Rams to Lions tenure

The QB has signed contract extensions with both the Rams and Lions as a pro.