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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

'He's the same guy everyday': Lions teammate opens up about Jared Goff

Sam LaPorta indicated that Jared Goff has remained unchanged since signing a pricey four-year contract extension this offseason.

Are Raiders worried about Aidan O’Connell, Gardner Minshew QB battle?

O'Connell went 5-5 as a starter in his rookie season before the Raiders were heavily linked with LSU Tigers quarterback Jayden Daniels this past spring. 

Mets president updates trade-deadline stance amid resurgence

The New York Mets have returned to .500 and could be an active buyer at the trade deadline.

Colts' Quenton Nelson expands on praise of QB Anthony Richardson

Richardson went down with a season-ending shoulder injury in his fourth start during his rookie campaign in 2023.

How Francisco Lindor, Brandon Nimmo are leading Mets' resurgence

A recent story detailed how shortstop Francisco Lindor and outfielder Brandon Nimmo emerged as needed behind-the-scenes leaders for the New York Mets this season.

Davante Adams opens up about Raiders' quarterback competition

Adams agreed to a five-year, $141.25M contract to join the Raiders via a trade from the Green Bay Packers in March 2022.

Brian Cashman addresses how Aaron Boone is handling Yankees' slump

The Yankees began June 13 at 49-21 on the season but fell to 55-38 on Tuesday night.

RB Rachaad White discusses Buccaneers being 'slept-on'

Some believe the club will drop beneath the Atlanta Falcons in the NFC South standings after Atlanta signed veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins in free agency.

Vikings' Justin Jefferson breaks silence on Kirk Cousins joining Falcons

On Tuesday, Vikings WR Justin Jefferson addressed whether or not he was surprised that Kirk Cousins left the club and signed a four-year, $180M contract to join the Atlanta Falcons in free agency.

Raiders' Davante Adams addresses links to Packers, Jets

Adams has fans among his peers across the league, and some have even tried to sway him toward their respective teams.

Steelers insider downplays supposed big offensive need

Pittsburgh Steelers insider Brian Batko of the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette doesn't believe the club needs to be in a rush to acquire a proven star wide receiver.

Major update on Tom Brady's purchase into Raiders, Fox deal revealed

It sounds like Tom Brady could be permitted to serve as both a minority owner of the Las Vegas Raiders and as Fox's in-game lead NFL analyst at the same time.

NFL insider standing by controversial report on Giants' Daniel Jones

Nothing Rich Eisen saw or heard during the first episode of the "Hard Knocks: Offseason with the New York Giants" changed Eisen's mind about his Daniel Jones hot take.

Analyst predicts big things for Steelers' Jaylen Warren, Najee Harris

Much has been made throughout the offseason about how the run-heavy scheme installed by new Steelers OC Arthur Smith should allow the RBs to improve upon their numbers from last season.

Could Yankees turn to Red Sox to replace Aaron Boone?

Pockets of New York Yankees fans are calling for owner Hal Steinbrenner to replace manager Aaron Boone amid the club's summer swoon. If a move is made, could the club turn to its rival for a replacement?

Why analyst thinks Steelers OC is perfect for Russell Wilson

Heading into training camp, Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin seemingly has Wilson comfortably atop the depth chart regarding what realistically may be a quarterback competition in name only.

Giants defensive star receives high praise from scout, coach

New York Giants star Dexter Lawrence II received some high praise while being ranked the NFL's third-best defensive tackle by "league executives, coaches and scouts" heading into the 2024 season.

Former All-Pro shares why Tom Brady will excel as broadcaster

Brady is set to replace award-winning analyst Greg Olsen on Fox's top team via a 10-year deal reportedly worth $375M.

Former executive says Cowboys are entering 'lame-duck year'

There's been no sign throughout the offseason that the Cowboys and QB Dak Prescott will get an agreement done before Dallas' Week 1 game at the Cleveland Browns on Sept. 8. 

Mets' Brandon Nimmo has one big request for Steve Cohen

New York began Tuesday only two-and-a-half games back in the battle for the National League's final wild-card playoff berth.

49ers insider shares surprising Brandon Aiyuk contract update

Many national analysts and reporters have expected since the spring that San Francisco will ink Aiyuk, who is in the final year of his rookie contract, to an extension.

Joe Burrow expands on idea for 18-game season

During an appearance on the latest edition of the "Pardon My Take" program, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow expanded on his idea for an 18-game regular-season schedule.

Why analyst doesn't think Justin Fields will become Steelers' long-term QB

During an appearance on the latest edition of "The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny," NFL Media's Kyle Brandt suggested that quarterback Justin Fields showed throughout his Chicago Bears tenure that he won't be the Pittsburgh Steelers' long-term answer at the position.

Steelers legend has Hall of Fame wish for former QB Doug Williams

Pittsburgh Steelers legend and four-time Super Bowl champion Mel Blount wants to see former quarterback Doug Williams receive a spot in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

NFL coach voices one concern about Eagles' Saquon Barkley

The RB who turned 27 years old in February has a concerning and lengthy injury history.