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

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October 19, 2023 | New York Giants

Giants icon Tiki Barber addresses Saquon Barkley trade rumors

Barkley is a team captain and made it known Thursday he wants to stay put through the deadline.

October 19, 2023 | New York Jets

Former NFL QB voices concerns about Aaron Rodgers returning this season

Former NFL quarterback and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason is the latest noteworthy individual to question Rodgers' desire to return this season.

October 19, 2023 | New England Patriots

Patriots' thoughts on tanking 2023 season revealed

The Patriots would own pick No. 6 of the 2024 draft if the season ended today.

October 19, 2023 | New York Giants

Giants' Saquon Barkley addresses rumors ahead of trade deadline

After a tumultuous offseason and a disappointing start to the 2023 season for the Giants, Barkley again finds himself discussing his future as the trade deadline approaches.

October 19, 2023 | Pittsburgh Steelers

Hall of Famer discusses struggles of Steelers' Kenny Pickett

Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada is receiving plenty of blame for the struggles endured by second-year quarterback Kenny Pickett this season, but Hall of Famer and current NFL analyst Kurt Warner believes Pickett must do more to help his team and his own cause.

October 19, 2023 | Las Vegas Raiders

Insider reveals why owners haven't approved Tom Brady-Raiders deal

It's unclear when or even if the other owners will approve Brady joining the Vegas ownership group.

October 19, 2023 | NFL

Giants offensive lineman blasts Bills' turf after injury

New York Giants offensive lineman Joshua Ezeudu suffered a potential season-ending injury to his right big toe during this past Sunday's 14-9 loss at the Buffalo Bills.

October 19, 2023 | Atlanta Falcons

One-time MVP sends warning to Falcons' Desmond Ridder

One-time NFL regular season Most Valuable Player and current CBS Sports analyst Matt Ryan thinks the next six game weeks will help determine the future of Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder beyond this season.

October 19, 2023 | Cleveland Browns

Browns OC shares promising Deshaun Watson update

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson is inching closer to playing for the first time since he injured his throwing shoulder on Sept. 24.

October 19, 2023 | New York Giants

Giants make vow to fans after home flops

Veteran offensive lineman Justin Pugh wants to give frustrated fans better after the New York Giants flopped in their first two home games of what could quickly become a disastrous season for the organization.

October 19, 2023 | New York Jets

Orthopedic surgeon talks risks of Jets' Aaron Rodgers returning this season

After multiple doctors voiced concerns regarding New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers attempting to return this season from the torn Achilles he suffered on Sept. 11, orthopedic surgeon Dr. Bonnie Chien explained the risks if he tries to play before next summer.

October 19, 2023 | Dallas Cowboys

Cowboys' Mike McCarthy talks 'unique' situation Dak Prescott faces

Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy suggested during a recent appearance on SiriusXM's Mad Dog Radio that Dak Prescott is currently the NFL's most scrutinized quarterback.

October 19, 2023 | Las Vegas Raiders

Raiders' Davante Adams voices frustrations amid trade rumors

All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams is pleased the Las Vegas Raiders have won back-to-back games but wants the ball more amid speculation hovering over his status ahead of the Oct. 31 trade deadline.

October 18, 2023 | New England Patriots

Analyst shares scenario where Patriots should trade Mac Jones

There's been plenty of chatter about a potential trade of New England Patriots QB Mac Jones, but just what would it take for New England to move on from the struggling signal-caller in earnest?

October 18, 2023 | Miami Dolphins

Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel snaps over question about Tua Tagovailoa

Moving forward, reporters probably shouldn't ask Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel if quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is merely a product of McDaniel's system who is finding success playing alongside top-tier weapons such as wide receivers Tyreek Hill and Jaylen Waddle.

October 18, 2023 | Cleveland Browns

Browns' Deshaun Watson discusses questions about toughness amid injury

Quarterback Deshaun Watson may not feature for the 3-2 Browns when they play at the 3-3 Colts this coming Sunday but doesn't appreciate questions about his toughness as he recovers from a lingering injury in his throwing shoulder.

October 18, 2023 | New England Patriots

Patriots QB Mac Jones addresses locker room, trade speculation

New England Patriots QB Mac Jones is trying to say all the right things, even as serious trade rumors and reports of dissent in the locker room continue to swirl around the former Alabama signal-caller.

October 18, 2023 | Arizona Cardinals

Cardinals' Jonathan Gannon talks when Kyler Murray could play this season

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray returned to practice from the reserve/physically unable to perform list on Wednesday, which means Arizona will have 21 days to either activate Murray to the main roster or shut him down for the rest of the season.