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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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Jets' Aaron Rodgers offers update on potential comeback this season

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers hinted during a Tuesday appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show" that he's not all that close to completing what would be a remarkable return to the lineup.

Analyst defends 49ers' Brock Purdy amid criticism

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is on the receiving end of quite a bit of criticism amid the club's three-game losing skid. At least one analyst has come to his defense.

Giants QB Daniel Jones tries to clarify confusion over injury timeline

Could Jones have played against the Jets? The QB touched on that, along with when he'll return to action.

Former NFL QB blasts MetLife Stadium turf after Jets-Giants debacle

More and more people are speaking up about the field conditions at MetLife Stadium. Add a former Jets QB to the list.

Bills' Josh Allen talks Damar Hamlin ahead of return to Cincinnati

The Buffalo Bills (5-3) will play at the Cincinnati Bengals (4-3) this coming Sunday night for the first time since Buffalo safety Damar Hamlin nearly lost his life at Cincinnati's Paycor Stadium.

Aaron Judge hints Yankees will have big offseason

All-Star slugger Aaron Judge spoke with reporters before Game 3 of the World Series on Monday night and suggested the New York Yankees will be quite busy this offseason after they failed to qualify for the playoffs this fall.

Report details Dodgers' thoughts on signing Shohei Ohtani

A recent report has shed some light on the Dodgers pursuit of two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani this winter.

Tiki Barber rips NFL, Giants, Jets over MetLife Stadium turf

Retired running back and CBS Sports NFL commentator Tiki Barber blasted the league after he watched in person as multiple New York Giants and New York Jets players suffered injuries playing on the rained-soaked MetLife Stadium turf on Sunday afternoon. 

Seahawks' Geno Smith sends warning to NFL after win over Browns

Quarterback Geno Smith certainly wasn't lacking confidence after his Seattle Seahawks notched a come-from-behind 24-20 win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday that improved Seattle to 5-2 on the season.

Insider shares big injury update on Jets QB Aaron Rodgers

Injured New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers continues to make a remarkable recovery from the torn Achilles he suffered in Week 1 and looked healthy while tossing passes ahead of the club's 13-10 overtime win over the New York Giants on Sunday.

Giants legend blasts team after Tommy DeVito debacle vs. Jets

The DeVito-led offense went three-and-out on the first series of the extra period and never got the ball back. 

Eagles HC Nick Sirianni addresses 'Super Bowl slump'

Head coach Nick Sirianni suggested the fact the Philadelphia Eagles earned back-to-back wins after the Week 6 20-14 defeat at the New York Jets shows his club isn't dealing with any so-called "slump" related to this past February's loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII.

Former NFL QB names 'huge problem' Jets have ahead of trade deadline

Former New York Jets quarterback and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason revealed what he views as a "huge problem" for the team.

Former MVP says Saquon Barkley should ask Giants for trade

At least one former MVP believes Giants running back Saquon Barkley should request a trade from the team.

Lions' Jared Goff compares Amon-Ra St. Brown to future Hall of Famer

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff offered interesting praise for teammate Amon-Ra St. Brown.

Insider rips NFL over Buccaneers-Bills Hail Mary controversy

Well-respected NFL insider Peter King of NBC Sports is the latest member of the football community to suggest the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were robbed at the end of "Thursday Night Football."

Titans QB Ryan Tannehill again linked with Jets

One wonders if Zach Wilson could have a new mentor in Tannehill before the Jets host the 3-4 Los Angeles Chargers next Monday night. 

Bengals' Joe Burrow talks playing through calf injury

Cincinnati Bengals star quarterback Joe Burrow opened up about playing through a lingering calf injury throughout the first half of the 2023 season.

Rangers' Max Scherzer again addresses being traded by Mets

Right-hander Max Scherzer will take the bump for the Texas Rangers against the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 3 of the World Series on Monday night, and he again addressed his trade from the Mets to the Rangers.

Former Jets player blasts Zach Wilson after win over Giants

Former New York Jets offensive lineman Willie Colon was left unimpressed, to say the least, after quarterback Zach Wilson guided the club to an ugly 13-10 overtime win over the New York Giants on Sunday afternoon.

Brewers OF talks if Craig Counsell would succeed with Mets

The New York Mets traded outfielder Mark Canha to the Milwaukee Brewers during a summer fire sale, and that gave Canha an opportunity to play under Brewers manager Craig Counsell through the remainder of Milwaukee's season.

Insider shares promising injury update on Giants' Daniel Jones

New York Giants QB Daniel Jones continues to rehab from a neck injury, but there appears to be a chance he could return to action before the end of the season.

Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles addresses Hail Mary controversy vs. Bills

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles didn't blame the referees after it seemed multiple offensive players were victims of defensive penalties on the Hail Mary attempt that ended Thursday night's 24-18 loss at the Buffalo Bills.

Radio host defends controversial comments on Jets' Zach Wilson

New York sports radio personality Shaun Morash generated headlines earlier this week when he blasted Zach Wilson for returning home to Utah during the team's bye. 

Does Saquon Barkley regret signing one-year deal with Giants?

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley insists he doesn't regret signing his one-year contract ahead of the preseason even though his future beyond this Sunday's game against the New York Jets is up in the air.