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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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49ers' Kyle Shanahan offers strong response to Raiders' Jimmy Garoppolo

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan offered a strong response Wednesday to comments delivered by current Las Vegas Raiders quarterback and former 49ers starter Jimmy Garoppolo earlier this week. 

49ers share alarming Nick Bosa contract update

It's always something with the San Francisco 49ers.

Former 49ers QB Alex Smith talks Brock Purdy, Cowboys' Trey Lance

Former 49ers QB Alex Smith talked about current San Francisco starter Brock Purdy and Trey Lance, who was just traded to the Dallas Cowboys.

Dolphins make Tua Tagovailoa contract decision

Tagovailoa is set to earn roughly $9.6M for this season per the terms of his rookie contract.

Bills' Josh Allen addresses relationship with Stefon Diggs

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen and wide receiver Stefon Diggs insist they're as tight as ever heading into the season. 

Packers GM responds to trade report about Colts' Jonathan Taylor

Green Bay Packers general manager Brian Gutekunst understandably revealed little Wednesday about his club's reported pursuit of Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor. 

Brandon Nimmo reflects on disastrous Mets season

Outfielder Brandon Nimmo can only enjoy his personal successes this season so much considering his New York Mets were essentially out of the playoff race well before the final week of August. 

Former All-Pro QB has one 'hope' for Eagles' Jalen Hurts this season

The Eagles have plenty of talent in their backfield, and one high-profile former QB thinks it'd be a good idea to let the running backs do more of the rushing.

Giants' Saquon Barkley addresses Josh Jacobs, Jonathan Taylor situations

New York Giants star running back Saquon Barkley reached out to fellow ball-carrier Josh Jacobs after Jacobs reported to the Las Vegas Raiders ahead of the start of regular-season play. 

Mets' Pete Alonso addresses trade, clubhouse rumors

New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso understands that general manager Billy Eppler and team owner Steve Cohen must keep their options open regarding the uncertain future of the All-Star first baseman.

New job security update on Yankees' Aaron Boone emerges

Some knowledgeable individuals remain unconvinced that New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner will allow senior vice president and general manager Brian Cashman to retain manager Aaron Boone following a disastrous 2023 season for the proud organization. 

Insider offers trade, contract updates on Mets' Pete Alonso

It appears the New York Mets haven't yet made any final decision about the future of All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso.

Patriots captain reacts to surprising Bailey Zappe decision

Longtime Patriots special teams captain Matthew Slater was surprised by the team's decision to part ways with backup quarterback Bailey Zappe as part of final cuts made on Tuesday. 

Jimmy Garoppolo talks Tom Brady being part of Raiders ownership group

New Las Vegas Raiders starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo once served as a backup behind living legend Tom Brady and now somewhat works for Brady since the seven-time Super Bowl champion agreed to become a limited partner of the Raiders earlier this year. 

Giants legend Eli Manning opens up about relationship with Daniel Jones

New York Giants legend Eli Manning remains close with current starting quarterback Daniel Jones even though Jones replaced Manning atop the depth chart as a rookie during the 2019 season. 

Reporter provides new insight into Aaron Rodgers, Packers divorce

The Packers will one day celebrate Rodgers' accomplishments via a ceremony held at Lambeau Field, but it's clear this summer everyone involved needed a divorce.   

Bills make Damar Hamlin roster decision

Safety Damar Hamlin will make his official return to action with the Buffalo Bills next month. 

Saquon Barkley talks Jets being more hyped than Giants this summer

New York Giants star running back Saquon Barkley is just fine with the New York Jets hogging the spotlight this summer.

Raiders' Jimmy Garoppolo: Trey Lance one of 49ers' 'weird situations'

Current Las Vegas Raiders starting quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo has plenty to say about the San Francisco 49ers' decision to trade signal-caller and former teammate Trey Lance to the Dallas Cowboys ahead of the upcoming season. 

Buccaneers want to silence doubters after Tom Brady retirement

Members of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers continue to address the fact that many believe the team will finish this season near or at the very bottom of the overall league standings now that quarterback Tom Brady is staying retired. 

Key teammate noticing more 'swagger' from Daniel Jones

New York Giants star running back Saquon Barkley noticed a change in Daniel Jones as the team returned to work following last season's surprise playoff berth.

Jets RB Dalvin Cook embracing Super Bowl expectations

If the four-time NFL Most Valuable Player returns to his best form this fall as many expect, Cook and company could gift the Big Apple a championship parade to remember.

Colts' Anthony Richardson discusses Super Bowl expectations

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is remaining realistic about what he will and won't achieve during his rookie season.

Rangers' Max Scherzer addresses rumors about Mets clubhouse

There were rumors of discord within the Mets before they shipped off Scherzer and fellow ace Justin Verlander. Are the rumors true?

Insider shares worrisome update about contract status of 49ers' Nick Bosa

It sounds like the 49ers won't have the reigning Defensive Player of the Year back anytime soon amid ongoing contract negotiations.