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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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Hall of Famer warns Ravens about resting starters vs. Steelers

Retired quarterback and Hall of Famer Warren Moon wants Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh to think twice before sitting starters such as star signal-caller Lamar Jackson for all of Saturday's regular-season finale versus the 9-7 Pittsburgh Steelers. 

Aaron Rodgers wins Jets award despite hardly playing

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers ultimately gave the New York Jets just four regular-season offensive snaps during his first year with the organization but earned a noteworthy honor ahead of the club's campaign finale at the 4-12 New England Patriots this Sunday. 

Giants' Tommy DeVito reflects on 'roller coaster' rookie season

New York Giants rookie quarterback Tommy DeVito sounds ready to build upon his brief run as the club's starter this season that nobody saw coming back in September. 

Raiders' Maxx Crosby echoes Davante Adams about coaching situation

Las Vegas Raiders All-Pro wide receiver Davante Adams publicly campaigned this week for team owner Mark Davis to give interim head coach Antonio Pierce the full-time gig this offseason. 

49ers' Kyle Shanahan opens up about Browns savior Joe Flacco

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan spoke glowingly during a Thursday appearance on San Francisco sports radio station KNBR about quarterback and Baltimore Ravens legend Joe Flacco serving as a savior for the Cleveland Browns this season. 

Patriots great discusses possible Bill Belichick replacement

Devin McCourty believes Patriots linebackers coach Jerod Mayo can be a successful head coach.

Giants OC Mike Kafka discusses future with team amid rumors

Kafka may have revealed plenty by saying little at all.

Ravens' Patrick Queen shares claim about 49ers, Dolphins

Baltimore Ravens linebacker Patrick Queen spoke during a Thursday appearance on "The Rich Eisen Show" about how the club notched dominant back-to-back victories over the San Francisco 49ers and Miami Dolphins. 

Don 'Wink' Martindale discusses uncertain Giants future

New York Giants defensive coordinator Don "Wink" Martindale spoke with reporters ahead of Sunday's season finale against the Philadelphia Eagles about his uncertain future working under Giants head coach Brian Daboll.

Buccaneers OC shares hopeful Baker Mayfield update for Panthers game

Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Dave Canales spoke with media members on Thursday and offered a promising update regarding the sore ribs quarterback Baker Mayfield is dealing with ahead of this Sunday's must-win game at the 2-14 Carolina Panthers.

Joe Buck willing to help Tom Brady with career change

It was previously learned that ESPN "Monday Night Football" announcers Joe Buck and Troy Aikman were willing to help retired quarterback Tom Brady prepare to become Fox's lead NFL analyst beginning next season. 

Hall of Famer gushes about 49ers QB Brock Purdy

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy likely won't earn Most Valuable Player honors for this season, but he nevertheless has a big fan in Hall of Famer and franchise legend Steve Young. 

Reporter addresses futures of Giants coordinators

It appears the working relationships between New York Giants head coach Brian Daboll, defensive coordinator Don "Wink" Martindale and offensive coordinator Mike Kafka may not last long beyond this Sunday's season finale against the rival Philadelphia Eagles.

Jets players discuss future of QB Zach Wilson

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh raised eyebrows when he said Wednesday he believes quarterback Zach Wilson is "going to have a hell of a career" somewhere in the NFL. 

Former 49ers QB compares Brock Purdy to NBA player

San Francisco 49ers starting quarterback Brock Purdy recently broke the franchise record for most passing yards in a single season that Jeff Garcia originally set during the 2000 campaign.

Patriots owner reportedly forced Bill Belichick into major change

There's more information about why New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick replaced reported offensive play-caller and defensive mind Matt Patricia last offseason with current offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien.

Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon expands on Kyler Murray endorsement

Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon raised eyebrows when he said during a Tuesday radio appearance he has "no doubt" Kyler Murray will be his starting quarterback for Week 1 of the 2024 season. 

Patriots three-time Super Bowl champion reveals huge Bill Belichick prediction

It was reported Wednesday that some Patriots staff members "are bracing for change" knowing the club will miss the playoffs for the third time in four years.

Jets HC Robert Saleh addresses Nathaniel Hackett situation

Jets head coach Robert Saleh insisted while speaking with reporters on Wednesday that he has "a lot of faith in" much-maligned offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett.

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield shares worrisome update for Panthers game

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield sounded unsure while speaking with reporters on Wednesday if he'll be able to play through an injury to his ribs in this coming Sunday's must-win game at the 2-14 Carolina Panthers. 

Saquon Barkley shares huge update on Giants future

Saquon Barkley understands this Sunday's season finale may be the last time he runs onto the MetLife Stadium turf representing the Giants.

Jets HC Robert Saleh voices regrets about QB Zach Wilson

Jets head coach Robert Saleh voiced some regrets regarding quarterback Zach Wilson on Wednesday.

Reporters share if Patriots staffers expect Bill Belichick departure

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has not yet publicly confirmed or denied he will move on from legendary head coach Bill Belichick as soon as this coming Monday. 

Outspoken Jets WR Garrett Wilson addresses future amid uncertainty

Jets' Garrett Wilson doesn't know what the future holds for him in New York.

Insider updates if Jets could fire Robert Saleh after 'lifeless' showing

Certain New York Jets defensive players appeared downright disinterested in making stops during the first half of last Thursday's 37-20 loss at the Cleveland Browns. Nevertheless, it appears head coach Robert Saleh will remain with the organization even if his 6-10 team phones in this Sunday's regular-season finale at the 4-12 New England Patriots.