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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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When Steelers reportedly could make Aaron Rodgers decision for Bears game

The Steelers seem willing to wait until later in the week to make a final call on Aaron Rodgers' status.

Browns confirm Shedeur Sanders, Dillon Gabriel decision for Raiders game

Speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed the news and announced that Shedeur Sanders will start against the Raiders this Sunday.

Scout shares take on why Vikings' J.J. McCarthy has struggled with accuracy this season

The second-year quarterback has mostly played like a work in progress when healthy and on the field this fall. 

Longtime NFL coach shares Bo Nix take that may concern Broncos fans

Nix produced a mixed bag of results over the team's first 11 games. 

There's reportedly 'a plausible scenario' where Dolphins make this Mike McDaniel call

ESPN's Dan Graziano asked fellow NFL insider Jeremy Fowler whether Mike McDaniel can save his job before the offseason begins.

Commanders making this Jayden Daniels decision reportedly 'remains a possibility' amid lost season

Daniels suffered a gruesome dislocated left elbow during a defeat against the Seattle Seahawks back on Nov. 2. 

Does Joe Burrow plan to return this season despite Bengals' record?

Burrow hasn't played since he had surgery to repair a toe injury he suffered in Week 2. 

How Shedeur Sanders reportedly looked in practices ahead of rough debut

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has received criticism for not giving rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders first-team practice reps.

Brian Schottenheimer campaigns for Cowboys to make big George Pickens decision

Pickens' future in Dallas is uncertain, but Schottenheimer knows what he would like to happen.

Report shares if Giants' Abdul Carter was honest about punishment for Packers game

On Tuesday, Carter insisted he was benched for the opening series of the club's loss to the Packers this past Sunday due to a misunderstanding regarding getting treatment during a team walk-through.

Dak Prescott, Jerry Jones share blunt assessments of Cowboys' pursuit of playoffs

While the Dallas Cowboys looked impressive as they notched a 33-16 win over the lowly Las Vegas Raiders (2-8) on Monday night, that victory only improved Dallas to 4-5-1 on the season.

Brock Purdy sends warning to NFL after successful return to 49ers lineup

Purdy guided the club to an impressive 41-22 win over the Arizona Cardinals that improved San Francisco to 7-4 this past Sunday. 

What Sean McVay learned about Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield during Rams stint

Rams head coach Sean McVay recently discussed Baker Mayfield's brief tenure with the team. 

Steelers receive massive Aaron Rodgers injury update ahead of Bears game

Rodgers suffered his latest injury during Pittsburgh's 34-12 win over the Cincinnati Bengals this past Sunday.

Michael Pittman Jr. sends message to Colts doubters ahead of Chiefs game

Colts wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. sent a message to those who previously doubted what the club could achieve during the ongoing campaign. 

What Jets reportedly could pay Justin Fields, Aaron Rodgers to not play for them in 2026

The Athletic's Zack Rosenblatt shared some interesting information regarding the terms of the Jets' agreements with Aaron Rodgers and Justin Fields. 

Giants' Abdul Carter defends himself after concerning report

While Abdul Carter accepted blame for what happened last week, he also indicated he wanted to clear his name after Monday's concerning report. 

Maxx Crosby shares harsh truth about 2-8 Raiders after blowout loss to Cowboys

Crosby signed a three-year, $106.5M contract extension to remain with the Raiders this past offseason.

Jets' Jeremy Ruckert shares emotional response after reported benching of Justin Fields

Fields went 2-7 across his nine starts with the club and passed for under 60 yards in four of those games.

Falcons' Kirk Cousins offers support for Raheem Morris despite previous benching

Kirk Cousins recently offered his support for second-year head coach Raheem Morris amid what could be an awkward situation.

Eagles HC Nick Sirianni defends process for making fourth-down decisions

Sirianni controversially kept his offense on the field for fourth-down situations in the fourth quarter of his club's past two games. 

Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon sends message to fans amid job-security rumors

The Cardinals are enduring another disappointing season.

Former QB discusses if Steelers' Aaron Rodgers can play through wrist injury

Pittsburgh Steelers starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers suffered a reported small fracture in his left (non-throwing) wrist. Can he play through the ailment?

Is Browns' Deshaun Watson close to leapfrogging Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders on depth chart?

Watson hasn't played since he suffered a torn Achilles tendon in October 2024.

Cowboys HC addresses benching CeeDee Lamb, George Pickens for start of Raiders game

"Monday Night Football" viewers were surprised to see Dallas Cowboys wide receivers CeeDee Lamb and George Pickens on the sidelines for the club's first offensive series versus the Las Vegas Raiders.