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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

Insider expands on if Yankees' Juan Soto could sign extension during season

During Thursday's edition of the SNY "Baseball Night in New York" program, MLB insider Brittany Ghiroli of The Athletic poured cold water over the idea that All-Star outfielder Juan Soto could sign a contract extension with the New York Yankees before Soto reaches free agency after this season. 

Sam Howell shares how Patriots' Jacoby Brissett is perfect for Drake Maye

Sam Howell recently spoke about how Patriots' Drake Maye, referred to as Howell's "best friend," will grow while learning from Jacoby Brissett.

Insider shares huge update on potential Giants quarterback controversy

NFL insider Connor Hughes of SNY offered an interesting update on the Giants' QB situation.

Legendary QB comments on Kirk Cousins, Michael Penix Jr. situation

Drew Brees recently compared his own possible experience to Falcons veteran signal-caller Kirk Cousins sharing a quarterback room with rookie Michael Penix Jr.

Mets star has theory about closer Edwin Diaz's recent struggles

New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz may still be learning to adjust to the pitch clock.

Analyst thinks Steelers' Mike Tomlin could face career low this season

One analyst thinks Mike Tomlin's impressive mark will soon come to an end.

Report: Tua Tagovailoa away from Dolphins amid contract chatter

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa may or may not be sending a message regarding a possible contract extension with his activities this spring.

Greg Olsen offers broadcasting advice to Tom Brady

Greg Olsen offered a few philosophical musings on the nature of broadcasting and the upcoming debut of Tom Brady.

Mets president discusses possibly selling at trade deadline

The club's president of baseball operations echoed owner Steve Cohen's recent comments about a second-straight summer fire sale.

Yankees' Juan Soto reacts to Hal Steinbrenner contract talk

Soto was asked about Steinbrenner's recent comments following New York's 5-0 win at the Minnesota Twins on Thursday.

Falcons QB Kirk Cousins eyeing Minnesota return on 2024 schedule

Before quarterback Kirk Cousins signed with the Atlanta Falcons in free agency, he played for the Minnesota Vikings from 2018 through last season.  During ESPN's coverage of the full NFL schedule release for the 2024 campaign, Cousins spoke about the Falcons facing the Vikings at Minnesota's U.S.

Yankees' Hal Steinbrenner shares massive Juan Soto contract update

Soto reportedly wants to reset the market in free agency and allegedly is eyeing a bidding war that could include the Yankees and New York Mets, among other potential suitors.

Source sounds warning about Dolphins paying Tua Tagovailoa

One in-the-know individual recently expressed concerns regarding the Miami Dolphins inking quarterback Tua Tagovailoa to a pricey extension.

How Patriots' Drake Maye has already impressed Jacoby Brissett

Rookie quarterback Drake Maye hasn't yet spent an entire month as a member of the New England Patriots but has already impressed veteran signal-caller Jacoby Brissett.

Steve Cohen addresses if Mets could again be trade-deadline sellers

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen isn't yet thinking about the trade deadline amid the club's latest woes.

Lions' Jared Goff shares why now was right time to sign extension

Why did Lions' Jared Goff choose not to hold out in an attempt to receive more money? He addressed that.

Former Patriots assistant names challenge Tom Brady faces as broadcaster

During an appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Michael Lombardi explained what Tom Brady must do to excel as Fox's lead in-game analyst this coming season. 

Analyst suggests Broncos schedule could alter plans for QB Bo Nix

Just when can we expect the Denver Broncos to start rookie QB Bo Nix? Wednesday's schedule release may have complicated matters.

Vikings' T.J. Hockenson discusses recovery, facing Kirk Cousins

T.J. Hockenson discussed when he may be ready to take the field following the brutal knee injury he suffered on Christmas Eve.

49ers legend shares major worry after Super Bowl heartbreak

A 49ers legend is wondering if the team will look back on 2023 with regret once its current competition window closes.

Falcons' Kirk Cousins addresses helping Michael Penix Jr. while trying to win

Cousins addressed the somewhat awkward proposition of mentoring a rookie quarterback while trying to win with a new team.

Yankees' Aaron Judge comments on resurgence after bad slump

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge is taking some of his early-season frustrations out on a familiar punching bag for the franchise, the Minnesota Twins.

Tom Brady shares what he likes about Texans' C.J. Stroud

During a recent appearance on "The Pivot Podcast," Brady explained why he's a big fan of Houston Texans quarterback C.J.

What fans didn't know about Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence as a rookie

NFL insider Albert Breer shared something interesting regarding Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence in a piece published Wednesday.

Why analyst thinks 2024 Patriots can be 'like a mosquito'

NFL analyst Damien Woody believes the Pats could "annoy" fellow AFC East teams and other clubs throughout the 2024 campaign.