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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

Why Patriots' Bailey Zappe doesn't feel vindicated after win

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe shared during a Monday appearance on the WEEI "Jones and Mego with Arcand" program that he doesn't feel vindicated coming off this past Thursday's 21-18 win at the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Parents discuss Giants QB Tommy DeVito becoming local sensation

DeVito exemplifies local kid turned hero, living out his dream of starring for the Giants under center.

Jets beat reporter addresses possible return of Aaron Rodgers

History shows that, for better or for worse, Rodgers probably will have the final say on if he plays against the Commanders on Dec. 24.

All-Pro talks Joe Flacco possibly saving Browns' season

Add All-Pro guard Joel Bitonio to the list of Cleveland Browns players happy that veteran quarterback and Super Bowl XLVII Most Valuable Player Joe Flacco didn't take a job with the "Inside the NFL" television program earlier this season. 

Jets star, coach discuss mindset of QB Zach Wilson

After getting demoted, Zach Wilson returned to the starting lineup in style, leading the Jets to a rare victory.

Report reveals possible return date for Jets' Aaron Rodgers

It appears WFAN radio personality Brandon Tierney was spot on when he reported in October that New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers was targeting the Christmas Eve home game versus the Washington Commanders (4-9) as his return date.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott addresses tough schedule to end season

Star quarterback Dak Prescott welcomes the brutal stretch of games his Dallas Cowboys face over the final four weeks of the regular season.

Texans TE latest player to blast MetLife Stadium turf

It's almost impossible to find an NFL player past or present who has had anything positive to say about the playing surface at MetLife.

49ers star responds to critics of QB Brock Purdy

San Francisco 49ers star offensive tackle Trent Williams responded to those who still insist that quarterback Brock Purdy is thriving simply because of the offense he plays in.

Insider weighs in on whether Yankees' Juan Soto will sign extension before free agency

The New York Yankees may well just be renting star slugger Juan Soto for the coming season.

Raiders' Maxx Crosby explains playing through knee injury

Maxx Crosby explained why he plans to take the field against the Vikings even though he's dealing with a knee injury. 

Former All-Pro TE expands on future of Patriots' Bill Belichick

Retired Patriots legend Rob Gronkowski recently spoke out about former head coach Bill Belichick.

Retired Gold Glove CF sends Yankees grim Aaron Judge warning

Add retired Gold Glove center fielder Lorenzo Cain to the growing list of people warning the New York Yankees that they shouldn't make club captain Aaron Judge a full-time center fielder after the Bronx Bombers acquired All-Star Juan Soto from the San Diego Padres. 

Cowboys' Mike McCarthy discusses status after appendectomy

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy isn't letting a little thing like a midweek appendectomy distract him from the upcoming "Sunday Night Football" home game against the 10-2 Philadelphia Eagles. 

Wink Martindale addresses relationship with Brian Daboll, Giants future

New York Giants defensive coordinator Don "Wink" Martindale insisted ahead of the upcoming "Monday Night Football" home game versus the 6-6 Green Bay Packers that he and head coach Brian Daboll are on the same page. 

Jets' Robert Saleh repeats challenge for Zach Wilson

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh challenged third-year quarterback Zach Wilson to "just let the thing rip."

Yankees announcer repeats major Aaron Judge, Juan Soto worry

Former New York Yankees hitting coach Sean Casey recently made it known he's no fan of club captain Aaron Judge serving as a full-time center fielder.

Patriots' Bill Belichick continues unique quarterback tradition

The tradition that's become New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick declining to name a full-time starting quarterback this season continued even after Bailey Zappe guided the club to a shocking 21-18 win at the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night that improved New England to 3-10.

Packers QB Jordan Love sends message about 'easy' schedule

The last five games for the Packers include contests against four losing squads along with the 6-6 Vikings.

Jets players share fascinating Zach Wilson update

New York Jets offensive players are singing the praises of recently-reinstated starting quarterback Zach Wilson ahead of this Sunday's home game against the 7-5 Houston Texans. 

Interesting contract update on Mets' Pete Alonso emerges

New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns insisted in November that he was "going to have" contract extension conversations with All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso this offseason. 

NFL insider has alarming prediction about Jets' Zach Wilson

Well-respected NFL Network personality Brian Baldinger believes quarterback Zach Wilson could be playing for much more than just his future with the Jets on Sunday.

Vikings' Justin Jefferson talks building chemistry with Joshua Dobbs

Minnesota Vikings All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson is set to return to the lineup, where he'll be catching passes from Dobbs for the first time.

Former MVP shares requests for Zach Wilson, Jets fans

Former New York Jets quarterback, one-time Most Valuable Player and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason shared requests for both New York signal-caller Zach Wilson and Jets fans ahead of this Sunday's home game.

Retired NFL coach calls Cleveland radio station to discuss Browns' Joe Flacco

Longtime NFL coach Al Saunders couldn't resist calling into Cleveland sports radio station 92.3 The Fan to share his thoughts on the team's quarterback situation.