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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

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.

Buccaneers' Rachaad White backs Todd Bowles after rumors

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White indicated that head coach Todd Bowles shouldn't have been in danger of losing his job before the team turned things around beginning in early December.

Patrick Mahomes discusses pursuing 'legendary' Super Bowl achievement

Less than 24 hours after Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes guided the club to a third Super Bowl title in four years and a second-straight championship, he made it known he wants the Chiefs to become the first franchise in history to win three consecutive Super Bowls.

Andy Reid ready to decide what's next shortly after winning Super Bowl LVIII

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid strongly indicated shortly after his team notched a 25-22 overtime win over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl

Falcons owner addresses interviewing Bill Belichick, hiring Raheem Morris

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank recently spoke with Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated about why Blank hired former Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Raheem Morris as the club's next head coach over living legend Bill Belichick.

Insider predicts Eagles' opponent for Week 1 Brazil game

The NFL confirmed during Super Bowl week that the Philadelphia Eagles will serve as the home team for the league's first regular-season game held in Brazil scheduled for Friday, Sept. 6, as part of the opening weekend of the 2024 campaign. 

Were Chiefs worried about Travis Kelce amid Taylor Swift relationship?

It seems not everybody within the Kansas City Chiefs was thrilled All-Pro tight end Travis Kelce kept quite the busy schedule ahead of and during the 2023 season due to his popular "New Heights" podcast, numerous public appearances and his much-publicized relationship with entertainment superstar Taylor Swift. 

Why Chiefs' Andy Reid thanked Raiders' Antonio Pierce for Super Bowl run

Shortly after the Kansas City Chiefs earned a 25-22 overtime win over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII held at Allegiant Stadium, home of the Las Vegas Raiders, Chiefs head coach Andy Reid revealed he thanked Raiders head coach Antonio Pierce via text message last week. 

Chiefs' Andy Reid addresses Patrick Mahomes, Tom Brady debate

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid became the latest noteworthy member of the NFL community to mention Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes in the same sentence as living legend Tom Brady while Reid celebrated Kansas City's 25-22 overtime win over the San Francisco 49ers in Super Bowl LVIII on Sunday night. 

Insiders share major Tom Brady, Raiders update

It appears quarterback Tom Brady meant it when he said in February 2023 that he was retiring from playing "for good" this time around. 

Multiple NFL owners eyeing Bill Belichick for 2025 coaching cycle

Belichick was left without a head coaching job following the conclusion of this offseason's hiring cycle, but it appears the living legend hasn't yet worked his final game from a sideline. 

Ex-NFL MVP QB reveals why he didn't play this season despite calls from teams

Him admitting that he felt like he could "go play" is interesting considering fellow veteran signal-caller Joe Flacco went from watching games on the couch to becoming a savior for the 2023 Cleveland Browns.

Insider offers big trade update on Jets' Garrett Wilson

Garrett Wilson could make things uncomfortable for the Jets.

CBS Sports chairman reveals major Tony Romo update

It appears viewers and media members aren't the only people who have noticed that CBS Sports lead NFL analyst Tony Romo can sometimes be a little over-the-top during his calls of games. 

Why Matthew Judon doesn't care about Patriots' QB situation

Much has been made this offseason about the future of Mac Jones following back-to-back tumultuous seasons for the New England Patriots quarterback.

Eagles legend opens up about leadership of QB Jalen Hurts

Questions about Hurts' leadership style and personality hovered over the Eagles as they fell to 11-6 to end the 2023 season.

Steelers' T.J. Watt discusses recruiting J.J. Watt out of retirement

Future Hall of Famer J.J. Watt raised eyebrows earlier in the week when he said he "definitely was monitoring" the situations involving the Pittsburgh Steelers and Houston Texans this past season as he considered potentially coming out of retirement. 

Buccaneers' William Gholston compares Baker Mayfield to Tom Brady

Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive end William Gholston spoke during an appearance on Fox Sports Radio about how quarterback Baker Mayfield quickly became a favorite among teammates shortly after Mayfield signed a one-year "prove it" contract with the organization early last offseason. 

Punt returner shares controversial comments on Eagles' collapse

Philadelphia Eagles punt returner Britain Covey got brutally honest while speaking with Eagles Now of Chat Sports on Thursday about how the club went from 10-1 to 11-6 ahead of a wild-card playoff loss at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this season. 

Steve Young names 'superpower' possessed by 49ers' Brock Purdy

San Francisco 49ers legend and Hall of Famer Steve Young believed that current San Francisco starting quarterback Brock Purdy could be special as soon as Young watched Purdy play in relief of an injured Jimmy Garoppolo in early December 2022. 

Jets' Sauce Gardner addresses Robert Saleh criticisms

New York Jets star cornerback Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner backed Robert Saleh after a critical story published by The Athletic last week.

Why Hall of Famer still has confidence in Patriots' Mac Jones

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones may not have much value on the trade market this offseason, but Hall of Famer Steve Young explained why he still believes the 2021 first-round draft pick can find success in the NFL. 

Dan Campbell shared bold Lions prediction after NFC Championship loss

The Lions blew a 24-7 halftime lead over the 49ers in the NFC Championship Game.

Woody Johnson discusses influence Aaron Rodgers has on Jets

It sounds like any suggestions that quarterback Aaron Rodgers is actually running the New York Jets behind the scenes won't be going anywhere this offseason. 

Former MVP hits Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes with 'game manager' label

Kansas City Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, game manager? Not quite, but Boomer Esiason wanted to make a point.