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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

Derek Carr addresses winning Saints debut vs. Titans

Saints quarterback Derek Carr suggested he'd feel differently coming off his club debut had the Saints not defeated the Titans 16-15 on Sunday afternoon. 

Giants icon rips team for 'fashion show' before blowout loss to Cowboys

New York Giants legend and current media personality Tiki Barber voiced an interesting complaint regarding the club's embarrassing 40-0 home loss to the division-rival Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night.

Chiefs HC Andy Reid discusses Kadarius Toney after nightmare game vs. Lions

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid remains confident that wide receiver Kadarius Toney will put his nightmare performance during this past Thursday's 21-20 loss to the Detroit Lions behind him. 

Tom Brady addresses being honored by Patriots after retirement

Retired quarterback Tom Brady addressed being honored both before and during Sunday's game between the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles that featured Brady's return to Gillette Stadium for the first time since he retired "for good" in February. 

Former Buccaneers teammate shares touching Tom Brady tribute

Recently retired tight end and current media personality Kyle Rudolph shared a touching tribute to Tom Brady after the two were teammates with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the 2022 NFL season.

How Jets' Zach Wilson is handling backup duties behind Aaron Rodgers

Quarterback Zach Wilson fully embraced his new role with the New York Jets as the full-time backup behind Aaron Rodgers ahead of Monday's regular-season opener versus the division-rival Buffalo Bills.

Why Rams' Matthew Stafford was confident ahead of win at Seahawks

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford felt better about his club than many outsiders ahead of what became Sunday's 30-13 victory at the Seattle Seahawks. 

Hall of Famer: Jets' Aaron Rodgers will be motivated by critics

NFL legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Jerry Rice believes New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers heard what some detractors had to say coming off a disappointing final season with the Green Bay Packers. 

Dolphins' Mike McDaniel talks Tua Tagovailoa training to avoid concussions

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel again praised Tua Tagovailoa for training in jiu-jitsu this offseason in an attempt to avoid the type of head injuries that threatened the young quarterback's career.

How Jets' Garrett Wilson is working to mimic Raiders' Davante Adams

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers has repeatedly compared wide receiver and 2022 Offensive Rookie of the Year Garrett Wilson to former teammate and Las Vegas Raiders All-Pro Davante Adams. Wilson talked about trying to follow in Adams' footsteps.

Stephen Jones addresses Dak Prescott contract extension

The Dallas Cowboys aren't rushing to sign quarterback Dak Prescott to a contract extension ahead of Sunday's regular-season opener at the New York Giants.

49ers' Nick Bosa reacts to receiving historic contract

It took longer than many expected, but superstar pass-rusher Nick Bosa received his desired long-term contract.

Insider reveals 'primary consideration' for Angels' Shohei Ohtani in free agency

It appears Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani is more willing to relocate from the West Coast than some assumed earlier this year. 

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield explains playing injured with Browns

Current Tampa Bay Buccaneers starting quarterback Baker Mayfield once again addressed playing injured while with the Cleveland Browns during the 2021 season, a decision that impacts the first overall pick of the 2018 NFL Draft to this day.

Bengals WR Tee Higgins shares alarming contract update

The Cincinnati Bengals paid quarterback Joe Burrow and will eventually lock wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase down via a lucrative contract extension. That could leave wideout Tee Higgins on the outside looking in.

Super Bowl MVP sets expectations for Giants' Daniel Jones

New York Giants legend, Super Bowl XXI Most Valuable Player and current CBS Sports analyst Phil Simms believes Big Blue starting quarterback Daniel Jones could be in for more than just a solid season.

49ers GM John Lynch explains confidence in Brock Purdy

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch explained Friday why he believes Brock Purdy is the right quarterback to guide the franchise to its first

Aaron Rodgers reveals most important relationship of Jets tenure

It appears the bond formed between New York Jets starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers and backup Zach Wilson means as much to the future Hall of Famer as it does to the third-year pro.

Jerry Jones reveals if 2023 Cowboys are 'Super Bowl-or-bust'

Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones is confident in his team but stopped short of saying this is a "Super Bowl-or-bust" season for the

Robert Kraft addresses Patriots being underdogs ahead of season

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft understands many expect that his team will finish the upcoming NFL season in the basement of the AFC East standings.

Yankees' Aaron Judge discusses future of Aaron Boone

New York Yankees All-Star slugger and captain Aaron Judge discussed the future of manager Aaron Boone amid rumors the skipper could be fired.

Hall of Famer says Tom Brady can help Patriots beat Eagles in Week 1

New England Patriots legend and Pro Football Hall of Famer Ty Law believes the return of franchise icon Tom Brady to Gillette Stadium can help motivate the club to earn an upset victory over the reigning NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles.

Vikings' Justin Jefferson addresses future of Kirk Cousins

Minnesota Vikings All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson has thus far only had Kirk Cousins as his full-time starting quarterback in the NFL and discussed the QB's uncertain future as the 2023 gets underway.

Patriots' Mac Jones clarifies Tom Brady serving as 'mentor'

Maybe New England Patriots starting quarterback Mac Jones and retired living legend Tom Brady aren't having weekly chats, after all.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott responds to critics again ahead of season

Quarterback Dak Prescott again addressed his critics, this time just a few days before he and the Dallas Cowboys open the upcoming regular season with a "Sunday Night Football" game at the division-rival New York Giants.