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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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Will Jets' record stop Aaron Rodgers from playing again this season?

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh revealed last week that injured quarterback Aaron Rodgers will play again this season as long as Rodgers wants to return from the torn Achilles he suffered on Sept. 11 by Week 18. 

Giants' Daniel Jones talks Tommy DeVito, uncertain future

Injured New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones offered high praise for undrafted rookie Tommy DeVito after DeVito guided the club to a 31-19 win at the Washington Commanders this past Sunday. 

Tom Brady defends Bill Belichick amid awful Patriots season

Retired quarterback Tom Brady defended longtime head coach Bill Belichick even as Belichick's New England Patriots sit at 2-8 ahead of this Sunday's game at the 3-8 New York Giants. 

Giants' Saquon Barkley still thankful amid difficult year

Barkley remains focused on the positive after an uncomfortable offseason and amid a disappointing season for the Giants.

Retired QB defends Jets keeping Zach Wilson as Aaron Rodgers' backup

Rodgers and Wilson grew close after the Jets landed the future Hall of Famer from the Green Bay Packers this past spring, but plans changed when Rodgers went down with a torn Achilles four plays into his Jets career.

Former Patriots QB shares big Tom Brady comeback update

There's yet another sign that NFL living legend Tom Brady truly is retired for good this time around. 

Mets' Francisco Lindor makes good on promise to Jeff McNeil

It took a lot longer than many expected, but New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor finally made good on a promise to teammate Jeff McNeil.

Insider addresses NFL possibly banning controversial tackle this offseason

NFL insider Peter King of NBC Sports believes the league will "move aggressively to erase the hip-drop tackle" this coming offseason after Baltimore Ravens

Does Robert Saleh view Zach Wilson as a Jets failure?

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh insisted Monday he doesn't view the time third-year quarterback Zach Wilson has spent with the organization as a failure.

Commanders' Ron Rivera avoids discussing job security

Commanders head coach Ron Rivera is more concerned with getting his 4-7 club ready to play at the 7-3 Cowboys on Thanksgiving than he is about his job security past Week 18. 

Kyle Shanahan reveals how Brock Purdy has surprised 49ers

Second-year quarterback Brock Purdy continues to surprise individuals associated with the San Francisco 49ers.

Patriots OC discusses if QB Mac Jones has the 'yips'

New England Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien suggested Monday that quarterback Mac Jones isn't dealing with the dreaded "yips" during what's become a forgettable season for the organization.

Former MVP believes Jets should release Zach Wilson

Even before New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh decided to start backup quarterback Tim Boyle over Zach Wilson for this coming Friday's home game against the 7-3 Miami Dolphins, former Jets signal-caller and one-time NFL Most Valuable Player Boomer Esiason suggested the organization should part ways with Wilson sooner rather than later.

Browns make quarterback decisions for Broncos game

The 7-3 Cleveland Browns signed veteran quarterback Joe Flacco to their practice squad on Monday but will stick with rookie Dorian Thompson-Robinson as their starter for at least this coming Sunday's game at the 5-5 Denver Broncos. 

Jets make quarterback decision for Week 12

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh benched struggling quarterback Zach Wilson during Sunday's 32-6 loss at the Buffalo Bills and now a decision has been made for the team's Week 12 matchup against the Dolphins.

Insider questions if Jets can trade for Raiders' Davante Adams this offseason

It was reported this past weekend that the New York Jets will once again explore trading for Las Vegas Raiders All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams this coming offseason to reunite Adams with quarterback Aaron Rodgers. 

Browns' Myles Garrett discusses possibly being an MVP candidate

All-Pro pass rusher Myles Garrett isn't thinking about possibly being a Most Valuable Player candidate with his Cleveland Browns at 7-3.

Tommy DeVito addresses fans wanting Giants to lose for draft pick

Undrafted rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito understands some New York Giants fans are already thinking about the 2024 NFL Draft and, thus, aren't thrilled that DeVito guided the club to a 31-19 win at the Washington Commanders on Sunday afternoon. 

Insider details if Zach Wilson has lost Jets locker room

Wilson was benched Sunday as the Jets put forth yet another inept offensive showing. Has the struggling QB lost the locker room?

Former NFL MVP shares bold advice for Giants' Saquon Barkley

Barkley told reporters on Thursday that "loyalty means nothing" and that this past offseason showed him "it’s a business at the end of the day." Boomer Esiason appears to agree with him.

Jets star opens up about players-only meeting

Amid a losing streak, the Jets have one of the worst offenses in the league.

Kirk Cousins discusses uncertain Vikings future after injury

Multiple NFL teams could pursue injured quarterback Kirk Cousins in free agency.

Titans backup QB Ryan Tannehill addresses if he's asked for release

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill dismissed rumors claiming he asked for his release now that he's a backup behind rookie Will Levis. "I was kind of caught off-guard by those reports as well," Tannehill said about the situation while speaking with reporters on Friday, per Nick Suss of the Nashville Tennessean.

Bengals' Zac Taylor defends Logan Wilson after Mark Andrews injury

The Baltimore Ravens lost tight end Mark Andrews to what is likely a season-ending left ankle injury when Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Logan Wilson brought him down.

Commanders' Ron Rivera talks job security amid Bill Belichick rumors

The Commanders have gone 26-33-1 under Rivera since the start of the 2020 season.