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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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Giants WR Darius Slayton makes Aaron Rodgers plea amid Steelers, Vikings whispers

The Giants and Steelers are both seemingly ready to sign Rodgers.

Former Jets CB addresses possibly sharing Steelers locker room with Aaron Rodgers

Despite his controversies among the media, Aaron Rodgers seems to be popular with his teammates.

Browns insider predicts trade with Giants, stunning QB move

It remains to be seen if the Browns or Giants would be bold enough to select Jaxson Dart over Shedeur Sanders with the second pick in the draft. 

Insider shares opinion on what Colts hope to get out of Daniel Jones

Are the Colts hoping one particular trait of Jones rubs off on Anthony Richardson?

Is Myles Garrett part of Browns' supposed culture problems?

Garrett was on the receiving end of some criticisms regarding a supposed lack of leadership qualities long before he publicly made it known in early February he wanted to be traded to an advertised championship contender. 

Jets players defend Aaron Rodgers amid uncertainty, criticisms

Rodgers takes a lot of heat, but it sounds like some of the people who have been closest to him have his back.

How Mets' Brett Baty could impact Pete Alonso, Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

Baty is competing to earn a spot on the big league roster as a utility man who could play multiple positions as needed. 

Reporter shares non-financial reason Falcons may keep Kirk Cousins without a trade

Do the Falcons have reason to hold on to Cousins unless a team is willing to give up assets to acquire the signal-caller?

Josh Allen reveals long-term goal after signing extension with Bills

Allen and the Bills recently agreed to a six-year, $330M contract extension that included a record $250M in guaranteed money.

Did Jimmy Garoppolo take shot at 49ers, Raiders while discussing re-signing with Rams?

Garoppolo discussed his decision to re-sign with the Rams as a backup despite potential opportunities to compete for a starting job elsewhere and seemingly took a shot at one of his former employers in the process.

Have teams changed minds about Russell Wilson amid Aaron Rodgers, Kirk Cousins uncertainty?

The Steelers, Browns, Titans and Giants all need legitimate QB1s for the 2025 season and could all be interested in starting a so-called "bridge option."

Insider addresses why Giants made controversial 'Hard Knocks,' Daniel Jones call

Can the downfall of Daniel Jones and the New York Giants be traced back to this footage from "Hard Knocks"?

Analyst paints gloomy picture of Seahawks replacing Geno Smith with Sam Darnold

The Seahawks agreed to a three-year, $100.5M contract with Darnold on Monday. 

Steelers insider addresses future of WR George Pickens

Does the acquisition of DK Metcalf spell the end for Pickens in Pittsburgh?

Browns insider expands on why Myles Garrett didn't go through with threat after trade request

Browns insider Terry Pluto explained why Myles Garrett ended his standoff well before the 2025 NFL Draft. 

ESPN analyst expands on Deion Sanders theory about supposed slide of Shedeur Sanders' draft stock

It was learned at the NFL Scouting Combine that Miami's Cam Ward is the "consensus" No. 1 quarterback in this year's draft class ahead of Sanders.

Chris Godwin opens up about taking less money to stay with Buccaneers

While Godwin agreed to a three-year, $66M contract with $45M guaranteed at signing to stay with the Buccaneers, he left money on the table by passing on free agency. 

Matthew Stafford makes big admission about what could be short-lived Rams return

As much as Matthew Stafford seemingly hopes to stay with the Rams through the end of his playing days, he may have to go elsewhere in March 2026.

Colorado OC warns teams about passing on Shedeur Sanders

Teams with a top-five pick in the NFL Draft such as the Browns and Giants need a long-term answer at quarterback.

Insider shares if Daniel Jones has chance to take Anthony Richardson's job

Is Jones a true threat to Richardson's place atop the depth chart?

Do Browns feel they may have to trade for Falcons' Kirk Cousins?

The Browns seemingly are desperate to find a QB1 for 2025 after they convinced wantaway pass-rusher Myles Garrett to commit at least his short-term future to the franchise.

Reports reveal what Blue Jays' Vladimir Guerrero Jr. could want in free agency

Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. insisted in a recent interview that the final offer he rejected from his current employer in February

How Geno Smith could impact 49ers' contract talks with Brock Purdy

Purdy was a finalist for the 2023 regular-season Most Valuable Player Award, has played in two NFC Championship Games and was a fourth-down stop away from becoming a Super Bowl champion in February 2024. 

At least one QB-needy team reportedly has no interest in Steelers' Russell Wilson

NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated indicated that Wilson could struggle to find an interested team if Aaron Rodgers ultimately picks the Giants over the Steelers.

Steelers reportedly made offer to QB other than Justin Fields, Aaron Rodgers

The Steelers must get their QB situation under control after swinging and missing on a pair of viable options.