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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

NFL insiders speculate if Panthers will fire HC Frank Reich

The 1-7 Panthers are a mess. Could the organization move on from Reich?

Giants' Daniel Jones addresses season-ending torn ACL

Quarterback Daniel Jones spoke with reporters Wednesday and danced around a question regarding whether the New York Giants could ultimately draft his replacement next spring as he's recovering from the season-ending torn ACL he suffered this past Sunday. 

Mac Jones has reportedly 'infuriated' Patriots this season

The relationship between the 2-7 New England Patriots and quarterback Mac Jones seemingly has seen better days.

Former Jets QB has theory about potential Aaron Rodgers return

Former New York Jets quarterback and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason has a theory regarding why signal-caller Aaron Rodgers and others within the organization continue to tease that Rodgers could play again this season. 

Titans QB Ryan Tannehill reacts to losing starting job to Will Levis

Head coach Mike Vrabel officially announced that Levis is the new starting QB, which likely means the end of Tannehill's time in Tennessee is imminent.

Al Michaels reveals announcing plans beyond 2023 NFL season

Legendary play-by-play broadcaster Al Michaels has no plans to ride off into the sunset following the ongoing NFL season regardless of what anybody has to say about his on-air performances. 

Hints about future of Mets slugger emerge from GM meetings

The future of Pete Alonso was a point of debate throughout the summer. Some hints about how things will play out have come out of the GM meetings.

Giants' Xavier McKinney addresses potential controversy amid woeful season

New York Giants safety and team captain Xavier McKinney raised eyebrows when he said shortly after the club's 30-6 loss at the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday that "from a leadership standpoint, I don't think they've done a great job of letting the leaders lead and listening to the leaders and the captains." 

Craig Counsell explains rejecting Mets, Brewers for Cubs

Counsell was widely expected to stay put or head to the Mets, but he surprised just about everyone by joining the Cubs.

Is Jets' Robert Saleh being forced to play Zach Wilson?

Some high-profile insiders aren't buying what Saleh is trying to sell.

Former Jets QB: Teammates have lost confidence in Zach Wilson

Former New York Jets quarterback and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason hasn't been shy about criticizing Jets starter Zach Wilson throughout the season. 

Mets' David Stearns reacts to Craig Counsell choosing Cubs

New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns didn't expect former Milwaukee Brewers manager Craig Counsell would reject the Mets to join the Chicago Cubs this offseason.  "I didn’t see that coming," Stearns said about Counsell's choice while speaking with reporters on Tuesday, per John Flanigan of SNY.

Jets HC Robert Saleh reveals status of team's starting QB

Jets head coach Robert Saleh made it known Tuesday he's not benching struggling quarterback Zach Wilson coming off the club's 27-6 home loss to the Chargers on Monday night.

NFL evaluator gives Ravens' Lamar Jackson bulletin board material

One so-called "NFL evaluator" gave Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson some bulletin board material while comparing Jackson to Bengals star Joe Burrow.

Jets' Aaron Rodgers clarifies comments about possibly playing soon

Rodgers cleared up comments he was caught making on the field after the Jets loss on Monday Night Football.

Analyst defends 49ers' Brock Purdy amid losing streak

Well-known NFL Network personality Brian Baldinger is the latest analyst to defend San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy amid the club's three-game losing streak.

Steelers' Mike Tomlin addresses George Pickens drama

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin sounds unbothered about any potential drama regarding second-year wide receiver George Pickens. 

Hal Steinbrenner explains why Yankees kept Aaron Boone

Current and former New York Yankees players helped convince team owner Hal Steinbrenner to bring manager Aaron Boone back for another season after the big-spending club missed the playoffs and finished the 2023 campaign at 82-80. 

NFL legends address struggles of Jets' Zach Wilson

Hall of Fame quarterback Troy Aikman ripped New York Jets starter Zach Wilson amid the club's 27-6 home loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Monday night, but Aikman also somewhat defended the much-maligned Wilson. 

NFL insiders reveal Buccaneers' thoughts on Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask

It appears that Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles is not considering benching veteran quarterback Baker Mayfield in favor of 2021 second-round draft pick Kyle Trask anytime soon. 

Yankees’ Aaron Boone discusses Mets hiring Carlos Mendoza

It's widely thought that the New York Mets settled on hiring New York Yankees bench coach Carlos Mendoza as their new manager after former Milwaukee Brewers skipper Craig Counsell rejected the Amazins to join the Chicago Cubs. 

Giants legend: Fans can now feel bad for Daniel Jones

New York Giants legend, retired running back and current CBS Sports NFL analyst Tiki Barber believes fans should feel bad for quarterback Daniel Jones.

Raiders' Antonio Pierce shares how Jimmy Garoppolo reacted to benching

Garoppolo will serve as O'Connell's primary backup against the Giants. 

Titans' Mike Vrabel addresses Will Levis, Ryan Tannehill situation

Mike Vrabel declined to name a full-time starting quarterback, but the decision should not be that difficult.

Raiders' Maxx Crosby talks going from Josh McDaniels to Antonio Pierce

Las Vegas Raiders Pro Bowl pass-rusher Maxx Crosby sounds hyped to play for interim head coach and former New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce.