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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

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

NFL insider updates if Vikings could trade WR Justin Jefferson during draft

NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated continues to believe that star wide receiver Justin Jefferson "will be on the Vikings' roster for the foreseeable future."

Could struggling Mets trade Pete Alonso this summer?

One MLB insider shared thoughts on the possibility of the Mets trading Alonso this summer.

Insider updates if Patriots could trade down in NFL Draft

Much has been made throughout this offseason about the New England Patriots possibly trading the third pick of the 2024 NFL Draft for additional assets needed for the club's ongoing rebuild. One insider revealed how likely he thinks that scenario is.

Ryan Clark torches Eagles' Kenny Pickett over Steelers exit

Ryan Clark didn't hold back while discussing Pickett and his exit from Pittsburgh.

Former NFL QB gives Michael Penix Jr. a significant draft label

Whichever team ends up drafting Washington QB Michael Penix Jr. later this month might be landing a steal.

Browns insider discusses NFL choosing Packers for Eagles' Brazil game

The NFL confirmed on Wednesday that the Green Bay Packers will serve as the road team against the Philadelphia Eagles for the league's first regular-season game held in Brazil.

Panthers QB Andy Dalton shares big Bryce Young prediction

Carolina Panthers QB Andy Dalton thinks that Bryce Young is going to be in a better situation with the team come the start of the 2024-25 NFL season.

Michigan teammate thinks J.J. McCarthy would 'love' this team

A former teammate believes McCarthy would love to land with one particular team.

Caleb Williams claps back at ESPN analyst over 'adversity' take

USC QB Caleb Williams has endured his fair share of criticism during the evaluating season, but he's not backing down.

Jets' Aaron Rodgers shares huge admission about Achilles injury

During a recent appearance on the "icanfly" podcast, New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers admitted he feared the worst when he suffered a torn Achilles four offensive snaps into the 2023 regular season.

Analyst addresses Mets' spending philosophy after quiet offseason

It's worth noting that Cohen's funds meant little to Ohtani and Yamamoto after New York's woeful 2023 season.

Jets owner addresses Aaron Rodgers' potential vice presidential desires

New York Jets fans were surprised to learn in March that independent 2024 presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was considering naming Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers his running mate.

Vince Wilfork addresses 'The Dynasty' controversy, Bill Belichick departure

It sounds like former New England Patriots nose tackle Vince Wilfork won't be rushing to watch Apple TV's "The Dynasty" docuseries after he heard how that project portrayed former head coach Bill Belichick.

Hunter Henry explains why he chose to stay with Patriots

Patriots tight end Hunter Henry spoke with reporters on Tuesday about why he agreed to a three-year deal with New England in March instead of testing free agency.

Robert Griffin III claps back at Merril Hoge about Drake Maye criticisms

Griffin III had a strong response to Hoge's take on Maye.

Why Baker Mayfield may not stop Buccaneers from drafting a QB

Add Cody Benjamin of CBS Sports to the list of individuals who believe the Tampa Bay Buccaneers could spend pick No. 26 or No. 57 on a QB despite re-signing Baker Mayfield.

Coaches share how Caleb Williams compares to Patrick Mahomes

Coaches discussed similarities between the presumed No. 1 pick in the upcoming draft and Chiefs superstar QB Mahomes.

Juan Soto gushes over Yankees fans amid free agency speculation

Yankees outfielder Juan Soto is enjoying the early-season love affair with the New York fan base that hopes he'll become more than a short-term rental. 

Insider predicts if Giants will get quarterback with NFL Draft pick No. 6

An ESPN NFL insider is unconvinced the Giants will use the sixth overall pick on a quarterback.

Reporters comment on quarterback J.J. McCarthy's rising NFL Draft stock

Reporters who covered J.J. McCarthy insist the unexpected rise of his draft stock is deservedly legitimate.

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa isn't 'telling anyone what he's doing' this offseason

Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa offered an interesting response when asked this past weekend how he's preparing for the 2024 NFL season.

Did Giants' Joe Schoen give hint about rumored NFL Draft trade?

New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen doesn't seem to be losing sleep over the thought of missing out on a top-tier quarterback prospect assuming signal-callers are selected with each of the first four picks of the 2024 NFL Draft. 

Former GM addresses if Mets' Francisco Lindor is declining with age

For a piece published on Monday, former MLB executive and current national writer Jim Bowden of The Athletic scoffed at the idea that the early-season struggles of Francisco Lindor show that age is catching up with the Mets shortstop. 

AFC offensive coach shares bold draft take about Michael Penix Jr.

There's more information about the reported rising draft stock of the Washington Huskies QB this spring. 

Beat writer links Patriots with certain quarterback at pick No. 3

In a recent mock draft, beat writer Chris Mason predicted the Patriots will select this quarterback to serve as a backup to Jacoby Brissett.