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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

Giants rookie Jalin Hyatt talks building chemistry with Daniel Jones

The bond shared by New York Giants wide receiver Jalin Hyatt and quarterback Daniel Jones was first strengthened when Jones told the rookie to take the locker next to him.

Patriots' Mac Jones shares surprising Tom Brady revelation

It seems New England Patriots starting quarterback Mac Jones and retired club legend Tom Brady may be closer today than outsiders realized.

Patriots' Mac Jones talks relationship with Eagles' Matt Patricia

Patriots quarterback Mac Jones had only positive things to say about Eagles senior defensive assistant Matt Patricia on Tuesday. 

Cardinals OC makes major statement about QB Kyler Murray

Whether or not Kyler Murray will ever take a meaningful snap under OC Drew Petzing's guidance is unknown. 

Cowboys' Jerry Jones defends trading for QB Trey Lance

Lance could become an inexpensive lottery ticket for Jones as soon as next summer. 

Patriots OC Bill O’Brien talks QB Bailey Zappe amid possible demotion

It sounds like New England Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien isn't ready to give up on backup quarterback Bailey Zappe quite yet. 

Why Buccaneers' Todd Bowles was 'handcuffed' during 2022 season

Todd Bowles found himself in quite a unique situation during his first season serving as head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Could Ravens' Odell Beckham Jr. win award over Bills' Damar Hamlin?

It appears Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is not the unnamed NFL Comeback Player of the Year for the 2023 season in everybody's eyes. 

Jerry Jones talks future of QB Dak Prescott with Cowboys

Unless the 30-year-old inks a deal soon, questions about his future will hover over his status and the Cowboys as Dallas looks to overtake the Philadelphia Eagles atop the NFC East standings.

Tom Brady addresses attending first Patriots game as retired player

For the first time, quarterback Tom Brady will attend a New England Patriots game as a retired player when he's honored before and during the Week 1 clash against the Philadelphia Eagles at Gillette Stadium this coming Sunday. 

Lions' Taylor Decker on hype: 'We haven't done anything yet'

Detroit Lions left tackle Taylor Decker realizes this is the most-hyped team he's been a part of since he joined the organization via the 2016 NFL Draft and also understands nothing of note is won on paper.

Tom Brady addresses Aaron Rodgers joining Jets from Packers

Retired quarterback Tom Brady understands what Aaron Rodgers is experiencing this week as Rodgers officially closes the book on his Green Bay Packers tenure and prepares to make his regular-season debut with the New York Jets.

Insider shares ominous update on 49ers' Nick Bosa

It's looking more and more like the San Francisco 49ers will be without All-Pro pass-rusher Nick Bosa for this coming Sunday's regular-season opener at the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Did Tom Brady confirm he's staying retired from playing?

It sure sounds like quarterback Tom Brady is committed to staying retired from playing in the NFL this time around.

49ers HC reveals when he first thought Brock Purdy could be 2023 starter

It appears San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan realized Brock Purdy could be his 2023 starting quarterback well before Shanahan officially announced that decision. 

Patriots' Bill Belichick discusses facing Eagles' Matt Patricia

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick sounds unbothered about facing former New England assistant coach and current Philadelphia Eagles senior defensive assistant Matt Patricia this coming Sunday. 

49ers' Talanoa Hufanga offers concerning Nick Bosa comments

It sure sounds like the 49ers plan to be without superstar pass-rusher Nick Bosa for the Week 1 game at the Steelers this coming Sunday. 

Eagles' Nick Sirianni compares relationship with Jalen Hurts to dating

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni offered an interesting comparison while discussing his relationship with quarterback Jalen Hurts. 

Bill Belichick names favorite Tom Brady moments with Patriots

The Patriots are honoring the retired Brady before and during Sunday's season opener against the reigning NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles.

Cardinals make interesting Kyler Murray decision

Jonathan Gannon has routinely praised Murray as questions about the 26-year-old's future continue to hover over his status. Murray tore his ACL on Dec. 12, and it's unknown when or even if he'll be cleared to play this season. 

Jaguars' Doug Pederson compares Trevor Lawrence to Hall of Famers

Jacksonville Jaguars second-year head coach Doug Pederson believes quarterback Trevor Lawrence is about to follow in the footsteps of some all-time greats who featured at the position.

Patriots HC Bill Belichick explains why Mac Jones remains starting QB

Despite offseason rumors that Belichick shopped Jones, he remains atop the depth chart going into his third NFL season.

Lions' Jared Goff explains recovering from Rams letdown

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff recently discussed what he learned from being given up on by the Los Angeles Rams only to then become a starter for a perceived championship contender.

Insider shares if Mets could trade Pete Alonso this offseason

It sounds like the New York Mets will at least listen to offers for All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso this coming offseason.

Yankees' Aaron Boone talks potential changes that could impact job status

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone spoke Sunday about potential offseason changes that could impact the organization and possibly cost him his job.