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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

Nick Saban responds to speculation about coaching return amid NFL rumors

Nick Saban was asked during a Friday appearance on Fox News if he intends to come out of retirement. 

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield focused on improving this aspect of his game after career-best season

Mayfield is coming off the best season, to date, of his career, one that ended when Tampa Bay suffered a wild-card playoff loss to the Washington Commanders.

Vikings' Justin Jefferson sends message to fans about expectations for J.J. McCarthy

All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson touched upon what Vikings supporters and NFL fans alike should expect from J.J. McCarthy in 2025. 

Cowboys' Dak Prescott reacts strongly to Tyler Smith's Super Bowl comment

While speaking with reporters at training camp on Thursday, Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott offered a strong reaction to Tyler Smith's bold comments. 

49ers' Brock Purdy responds to NFL personnel rankings snub

Members of the NFL community and pockets of San Francisco 49ers fans were surprised to learn earlier this month that league executives, coaches and scouts recently surveyed by ESPN did not rank Purdy as a top-10 quarterback for the 2025 season.

Browns GM hints club could embrace unique QB idea for 2025 season

Browns GM Andrew Berry confirmed Thursday that he could consider a unique idea regarding the club's quarterback situation. 

Steelers' Will Howard, Aaron Rodgers open up about mentee-mentor relationship

Almost immediately after Rodgers officially joined the Pittsburgh Steelers in June, he began serving as a mentor for Howard.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott addresses Micah Parsons contract stalemate

While speaking with reporters at training camp on Thursday, Prescott addressed the situation.

Browns' Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett open up about competing for starting job

Flacco and Pickett spoke on their approaches to the ongoing QB battle in Cleveland.

Insider expands on why he thinks Browns will name this QB their Week 1 starter

Albert Breer expanded on why he feels Joe Flacco will ultimately win the Browns' four-way competition for the QB1 gig.

Maxx Crosby 'looking forward to' Raiders-49ers joint practice for hilarious reason

The San Francisco 49ers and Las Vegas Raiders are scheduled to come together for a joint practice held in Henderson, Nevada, on Aug. 14.

Insider shares promising update on Jets QB Justin Fields' toe injury

Jets fans can breathe a sigh of relief regarding Justin Fields' injury.

Prediction, report address Mets' mindset ahead of MLB trade deadline

ESPN's David Schoenfield predicted Thursday who the Mets will acquire before the month ends. 

Eagles' Saquon Barkley reveals 'reality' about winning Super Bowl

Barkley became the latest Eagle to address returning to the field after winning the Super Bowl.

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb sends warning to NFL as full training-camp participant

Star wide receiver CeeDee Lamb spent last summer away from the Dallas Cowboys until the two sides agreed to a four-year, $136M deal in late August. That's not the case this time around.

Todd Bowles addresses criticisms of Bucs' handling of Tristan Wirfs injury

Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles addressed why Tristan Wirfs' surgery occurred so late in the offseason.

Francisco Lindor gives Mets fans shoutout after ending career-worst slump

Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor touched upon the loud ovations he heard from home fans during his lengthy skid. 

Why Jaxson Dart doesn't want to be next Eli Manning for Giants

Dart discussed parallels between himself and Manning as well as his hopes for his career in New York.

Baker Mayfield names key reason he found success with Buccaneers

Baker Mayfield recently discussed how he has found a long-term home with the Buccaneers.

Why Justin Fields is grateful for Jets' training camp experience after Steelers tenure

On Wednesday, Justin Fields addressed being able to focus on serving as the Jets' undisputed starter. 

Steelers' T.J. Watt addresses viral social media post during contract negotiations

Star pass-rusher T.J. Watt gave Pittsburgh Steelers fans a scare back in April when he suggested via an Instagram post that he was delivering a "peace out" message amid his desire for a contract extension.

Giants' Russell Wilson shows leadership in message to Jaxson Dart amid rough practice

Wilson shared what he said to Dart after a disastrous start to practice for the rookie QB.

Myles Garrett reveals bold goal for 2025 Browns amid four-way QB competition

Garrett clearly disagrees with the outside consensus on how the season will go for the Browns. 

Eagles' Jalen Hurts explains why he hasn't been spotted wearing Super Bowl ring

Hurts discussed his recently received Super Bowl ring and why he has elected not to wear it.

Jaguars' Liam Coen gave Trevor Lawrence unique task early into training camp

It's no secret that one reason the Jacksonville Jaguars hired former Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Liam Coen as their new head coach is that those running the Jaguars believe Coen can help fifth-year quarterback Trevor Lawrence make a major leap in his development.