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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

Steelers insider offers worrisome timeline for T.J. Watt extension

Steelers reporter Ray Fittipaldo hinted that T.J. Watt won't be putting pen to paper on a deal anytime soon. 

Bears' Caleb Williams receives praise for making noteworthy practice decision

Williams is attempting to bounce back from a disappointing rookie campaign.

Trent Williams opens up about what Brock Purdy means to 49ers

The 49ers signed Purdy to a five-year, $265M contract extension that included $181M in guarantees earlier this spring.

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield addresses concerns about 'UFC' playing style

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield is aware his coaches want him to sometimes do a better job of protecting himself during games.

Mets' Juan Soto continues to flash recovered swagger in win over Nationals

The 26-year-old who signed a 15-year, $765M contract to join the Mets this past offseason is now enjoying the best stretch of play, to date, of his campaign. 

Eagles' Saquon Barkley expands on surprising retirement comments

Saquon Barkley indicated Eagles fans have nothing to worry about regarding his dedication to the cause.

Falcons' Kirk Cousins makes alarming comments about health amid trade desires

Cousins addressed difficulties he's faced in his return from his Achilles injury.

Will Browns' Kevin Stefanski, Andrew Berry get 'hall pass' amid search for Deshaun Watson replacement?

The fully guaranteed five-year, $230M contract Cleveland handed Watson three offseasons ago has been nothing short of a disaster for the organization for multiple reasons. 

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa discusses mindset shift after latest injuries

Injuries continued to hound Tagovailoa last season.

What Myles Garrett said to Browns GM about Texans' Nick Chubb

Chubb earned four Pro Bowl nods while featuring for the Browns from 2018-24, and he ranks third in franchise history with 6,843 career rushing yards.

Colts HC shares somewhat optimistic injury update on QB Anthony Richardson

Richardson was shut down from throwing due to experiencing pain in his throwing shoulder on May 29. 

Why Raheem Morris isn't worried about Kirk Cousins 'disrupting' Michael Penix Jr.

The Falcons head coach seems unconcerned about potential awkwardness, or worse, in his quarterback room.

Analyst names 'biggest wart' in Caleb Williams' game

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams has been the subject of criticism throughout the first half of 2025 coming off what was a disappointing rookie season.

Do Browns want Myles Garrett to be more of a leader after signing extension?

Are the Browns expected more from Garrett following his massive extension?

Cameron Heyward, Pat Freiermuth open up about Aaron Rodgers joining Steelers

Rodgers agreed to a team-friendly contract with the Steelers ahead of this past weekend.

Mike Vrabel expands on Drake Maye's 'unique position' as Patriots leader

Maye is cemented atop the QB depth chart ahead of journeyman Joshua Dobbs as Maye enters his second NFL season.

Should Giants let Jameis Winston compete with Russell Wilson for starting QB job?

New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen have insisted throughout the spring that Russell Wilson will enter training camp as the team's starting quarterback.

Mets' Pete Alonso opens up about previous struggles amid MVP-caliber season

After two substandard seasons, Alonso is off to a great start in 2025.

Tom Brady addresses if Mike Vrabel can return Patriots to winning ways

The franchise missed the playoffs four times over the past five seasons.

Insiders address why Aaron Rodgers accepted team-friendly contract to join Steelers

Why did Rodgers accept a rather team-friendly deal from the Steelers?

Panthers' Dave Canales reflects on 'risk' of benching Bryce Young during 2024 season

The biggest decision Canales made during his first campaign serving as HC of the Panthers involved benching Young after the QB was responsible for a pair of woeful performances to start the 2024 season. 

Insider shares worrisome take about Colts' Anthony Richardson missing time with shoulder issue

Eyebrows were raised when Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen confirmed on June 5 that Anthony Richardson would not participate during the team's mandatory minicamp.

Why Steelers 'were never really concerned' during prolonged Aaron Rodgers saga

While it's no secret that Rodgers visited the Steelers on March 21, he only officially signed a one-year contract to join the club over this past weekend.