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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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Baker Mayfield expands on hopes for future with Buccaneers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield is having a mini-resurgence this season and the former No. 1 overall pick is hopeful that he's found a new home in earnest.

Giants QB Tommy DeVito shares Daniel Jones' reaction to sudden rise

New York Giants QB Daniel Jones has been a pro's pro mentoring rookie signal-caller Tommy DeVito, even as DeVito captures the eye of the Big Apple.

49ers' Nick Bosa reflects on 'unbelievable' Brock Purdy surprise

San Francisco 49ers superstar pass-rusher Nick Bosa acknowledged he didn't expect quarterback Brock Purdy to go from being the last pick of the 2022 NFL Draft to becoming a legitimate candidate to win the Most Valuable Player Award by December 2023. 

Agent sent Jets warning about Giants' Tommy DeVito

Sean Stellato, the agent for New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito who went viral this past Monday night, shared that he sent somewhat of a warning to the New York Jets after the Jets failed to make the undrafted rookie a suitable offer this past offseason. 

Patriots' Bailey Zappe addresses possible Taylor Swift conundrum

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe seems to be embracing the fact he could play in front of entertainment superstar Taylor Swift.

Robert Griffin III talks if Giants' Tommy DeVito is a fluke

It sounds like former NFL quarterback and current ESPN analyst Robert Griffin III is a believer in New York Giants signal-caller Tommy DeVito amid DeVito's rise as an undrafted rookie sensation.

NFL insider shares if Jets' Robert Saleh is safe

There's yet another indication that the New York Jets will run it back with head coach Robert Saleh and quarterback Aaron Rodgers for another season. 

Reporters address rumors about Chargers HC Brandon Staley

The Chargers have followed up a brutal postseason collapse with a disappointing campaign, and it could cost their head coach his job.

Baker Mayfield shares massive update on Buccaneers future

Quarterback Baker Mayfield currently has the 6-7 Tampa Bay Buccaneers atop the NFC South standings thanks to tiebreaker advantages. 

Insider expands on futures of Bill Belichick, Patriots

Add ESPN NFL reporter Dan Graziano to the growing list of knowledgeable people saying that New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and head coach Bill Belichick will part ways this winter. 

Giants legend wants to 'pump the brakes' on QB Tommy DeVito

Tiki Barber wants everybody to remain realistic about the future of Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito.

Patriots' Jerod Mayo addresses future amid Bill Belichick rumors

Jerod Mayo responded to the uncertainty regarding Bill Belichick's Patriots future on Tuesday.

Jets' Aaron Rodgers addresses report on potential return date

Will Aaron Rodgers indeed return this season for the Jets?

Rob Gronkowski makes MVP case for underdog 49ers candidate

Brock Purdy is the overwhelming favorite among 49ers players to earn Most Valuable Player honors for the 2023 season, but future Hall of Famer Rob Gronkowski believes that Christian McCaffrey should be more than an afterthought in the MVP race. 

49ers' Brock Purdy discusses being a favorite in MVP race

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is doing his best to remain focused on team goals even as he's emerged as a favorite to earn Most Valuable Player honors for the 2023 season. 

Kurt Warner addresses Giants' Tommy DeVito becoming a rookie sensation

Hall of Famer Kurt Warner is widely considered the greatest undrafted free agent in NFL history and, thus, knows a thing or two about what New York Giants rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito is experiencing this fall. 

Agent's comments on rise of Giants' Tommy DeVito, Eli Manning claim go viral

Sean Stellato, the agent for New York Giants rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito, called into the WFAN "Boomer and Gio" program on Tuesday morning after Stellato went viral during New York's 24-22 win over the Green Bay Packers on Monday night.

Insider explains why Mets didn't go after Shohei Ohtani

Details have emerged illustrating why the big-spending Mets were not seriously involved in a pursuit of two-way star Shohei Ohtani.

Tom Brady, Rob Gronkowski reflect on joining Buccaneers after Patriots run

Retired quarterback Tom Brady and all-time great tight end Rob Gronkowski both opened up about joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Giants players talking playoffs amid Tommy DeVito rise

Winners of three in a row, the Giants are keeping hope alive regarding a potential playoff berth.

Tommy DeVito's father reveals message he had for Giants quarterback

New York Giants undrafted rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito's dad revealed a message he had for his son.

Have Patriots already decided Bill Belichick's future?

There has been plenty of speculation regarding the future of Bill Belichick as the Patriots stumble through a lost season. Has the team already made a decision? 

Jets' Robert Saleh talks futures of Aaron Rodgers, Zach Wilson

Wilson is on track to start when New York plays at the Miami Dolphins this coming Sunday.

NFL insider sounds alarms about Panthers' HC opening

NFL insider Peter King of NBC Sports believes that head coach candidates should think twice before accepting the full-time job with the Panthers after Panthers owner David Tepper fired Frank Reich on Nov. 27. 

Jets players open up about stunning Zach Wilson performance

Jets players were impressed with quarterback Zach Wilson's performance against the Texans on Sunday.