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

Super Bowl champion blasts Patriots' Mac Jones for 2022 antics

Former New England Patriots offensive lineman and three-time Super Bowl champion Matt Light suggested quarterback Mac Jones disappointed teammates with more than just his lackluster play last season.

Hall of Fame WR Terrell Owens makes stunning admission about career

Retired wide receiver Terrell Owens never seemed to lack confidence during his professional playing days but once doubted he'd step foot on an NFL field as an active player. 

Yankees icon offers bold advice to Shohei Ohtani

Beloved New York Yankees icon and four-time World Series champion Bernie Williams shared his thoughts on Shohei Ohtani's future as the two-way superstar deals with another significant injury.

Stefon Diggs talks being Bills captain after rumor-filled offseason

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs reacted Thursday to being named a team captain for the third consecutive season.

Browns' Kevin Stefanski explains Deshaun Watson being a team captain

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski spoke with reporters Thursday about quarterback Deshaun Watson being a team captain for the 2023 season.

49ers legend Joe Montana addresses Trey Lance trade

San Francisco 49ers legend Joe Montana isn't shocked his former club traded quarterback Trey Lance to the Dallas Cowboys ahead of Lance's third NFL season. 

Broncos' Wil Lutz explains why he's 'scared' of Sean Payton

New Denver Broncos place kicker Wil Lutz suggested that he will return to his best form now that he's reunited with head coach Sean Payton.

MLB insider offers massive Mets updates on Pete Alonso, 2024 plans

It appears the New York Mets aren't yet ready to move on from All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso or give up on the 2024 season.

Packers GM reveals how Jordan Love impressed during preseason

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love impressed general manager Brian Gutekunst during preseason play even if Love remains very much an unfinished product heading into his first season as the club's Week 1 starter. 

Mets' Buck Showalter talks Pete Alonso amid trade rumors

Count manager Buck Showalter among members of the New York Mets who want to see All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso stay put through at least the upcoming offseason.

Josh Allen addresses if Super Bowl window is closing for Bills

Quarterback Josh Allen sounds disinterested in hearing any takes about the Buffalo Bills' Super Bowl window potentially closing as soon as this coming January. 

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.