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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

Media insider names Greg Olsen as future candidate for top NFL job

Media insider Jimmy Traina of Sports Illustrated suggested that NBC could eventually reach out to Olsen regarding a coveted role.

Giants WR Jalin Hyatt predicts breakout season after disappointing rookie year

New York Giants WR Jalin Hyatt is hoping for a do-over following his quiet rookie season.

NFL insider has theory about Steelers' Russell Wilson, Justin Fields debate

This is an intriguing take regarding the Steelers' QB controversy.

Chiefs tackle credits Taylor Swift for Super Bowl run

Taylor Swift created plenty of headlines after she began dating Kansas City Chiefs TE Travis Kelce, but how did her presence actually impact the team?

Peyton Manning responds to controversial Tom Brady take about rookie QBs

Brady generated headlines recently over his comments.

Giants QB Tommy DeVito addresses uncertain future

Giants backup QB Tommy DeVito spoke ahead of what could be his last appearance in a Big Blue jersey about an uncertain future. 

Insider expands on Yankees' Aaron Judge, Juan Soto salary report

Jon Heyman insisted that Aaron Judge "doesn’t care much about money and gets the importance of [Juan] Soto for the team." That said, there is no indication Soto will sign an extension with the Yankees.

Giants want to prove doubters wrong amid dismal preseason predictions

It would be hard for even the most optimistic Giants fan to ignore the negativity over the franchise. But New York's roster isn't letting the outside noise get to them.

Coach shares how Patriots' Drake Maye improved during the preseason

Patriots quarterback coach T.C. McCartney spoke with reporters on Thursday and indicated that Drake Maye is ahead of schedule for New England's preseason finale at the Commanders on Sunday.

Steelers insider says there's 'no debate' over who will be team's starting QB

Has Steelers coach Mike Tomlin already made up his mind on who will be his starting QB?

Patriots insider believes someone other than Jerod Mayo should make QB decision

During Wednesday's edition of NBC Sports Boston's "Arbella Early Edition" program, Patriots insider Tom E. Curran shared why he feels another prominent staff member should have the final say in who enters September as New England's QB1. 

Reporter addresses job security rumors regarding Giants' Brian Daboll

While some are convinced Daboll's place in New York is secure, at least one reporter isn't so sure.

Micah Parsons got 'reality check' from pair of legends

Dallas Cowboys pass-rusher Micah Parsons has unquestionably emerged as one of the NFL's top defensive players, but he says he got a "reality check" after offseason discussions with a pair of legends.

Former QB sounds alarms about Steelers' Justin Fields

Justin Fields had opportunities this summer to cement himself as the Pittsburgh Steelers' starting quarterback while veteran Russell Wilson was slowed

Jets' Robert Saleh explains Aaron Rodgers decision for preseason finale

Per Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk, Rodgers said earlier this week that he has "no preference" regarding whether he plays in the club's preseason finale against the New York Giants on Saturday.

Media insider previews how Tom Brady will perform as broadcaster

After roughly a year and a half of speculation regarding whether Tom Brady would ever work a game as Fox's lead in-game analyst, the living legend is on track to make his regular-season announcing debut for the Week 1 contest between the Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns on Sept.

One way Colts' Anthony Richardson can better protect himself this season

Richardson suffered a number of ailments during his rookie season, including a season-ending shoulder injury.

Eagles' Jalen Hurts reflects on 'different' training camp held amid rumors

Jalen Hurts spoke on Wednesday about how working with a new offensive coordinator and new quarterbacks coach created a different environment than he experienced in previous years. 

Buccaneers teammate hints Baker Mayfield could take more risks this season

During a recent appearance on SiriusXM NFL Radio, Tampa Bay running back Rachaad White teased that Mayfield's physical changes could lead to the 29-year-old taking more risks during games this coming season.

Jets' Robert Saleh explains change welcomed by Aaron Rodgers

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers revealed that he liked how head coach Robert Saleh had run a "much harder" training camp this season. Saleh recently addressed the change.

Analyst explains if Patriots' Drake Maye has 'bust factor'

Maye showed from springtime workouts through training camp he was a work in progress.

Hall of Fame coach discusses whether teams should play rookie quarterbacks

Everybody has a different take on whether teams should start their rookie quarterbacks, which probably tells you that nobody really knows.

NFL insider hypes Jets veteran for bounce-back season

New York Jets WR Allen Lazard is out to prove that he isn't just on the team to serve as Aaron Rodgers' friend.

Patriots' Jerod Mayo shares massive Drake Maye starting update

Patriots head coach Jerod Mayo emphasized his confidence in Drake Maye as a starter, but the rookie is still unlikely to start in Week 1.

Insider discusses if Dak Prescott could choose free agency over Cowboys

As of Wednesday afternoon, there remained no strong indication that the Cowboys and the quarterback were close to agreeing to a contract extension.