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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

Angels announcer discusses possible trade of Shohei Ohtani

Los Angeles Angels play-by-play announcer Wayne Randazzo suggested team owner Arte Moreno views trading two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani this summer as bad business.

Jets' Breece Hall sends warning to opposing defenses

New York Jets running back Breece Hall is putting opposing defenses on notice now that quarterback Aaron Rodgers is serving as the club's offensive CEO. 

Bills' Dion Dawkins shares admission about playoff loss to Bengals

Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins acknowledged the team wasn't the same force that earned a 13-3 regular-season record during its home playoff loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Jan. 22. 

Agents address Giants' Saquon Barkley possibly sitting games out

Saquon Barkley still has not signed the franchise tag the Giants put on him, and speculation continues to swirl about what he plans to do.

Cardinals' Kyler Murray sets bold goal for return from injury

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray expects to return ahead of schedule from the knee injury that prematurely ended his 2022 season.

Eagles' Dallas Goedert shares bold Jalen Hurts take

Tight end Dallas Goedert clearly believes his Philadelphia Eagles made the right call by paying quarterback Jalen Hurts the big bucks this offseason. 

Giants' contract offer to RB Saquon Barkley revealed

There's more information about the type of contract the New York Giants offered star running back Saquon Barkley earlier this offseason. 

49ers' Deebo Samuel declines to name best QB on roster

Samuel declined to name 2022 rookie sensation Brock Purdy "the best quarterback on the roster right now" over Trey Lance.

Commanders not 'all-in' on Sam Howell as starting quarterback?

Don't write the name of Sam Howell atop the Washington Commanders depth chart at the quarterback position in pen just yet.

Bills' Dion Dawkins downplays Stefon Diggs controversy

Offensive tackle Dion Dawkins is the latest member of the Buffalo Bills to insist star wide receiver Stefon Diggs is fully dedicated to winning with the club ahead of training camp. 

Cardinals' Kyler Murray opens up about difficult 2022

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is ready to address all that went wrong before and during the 2022 NFL season.

Lionel Messi leaving door open to play in 2026 World Cup?

It appears Argentinian superstar Lionel Messi hasn't yet set a firm date for when he'll retire from international duty.

Saquon Barkley willing to take drastic step amid contract stalemate with Giants?

Not everybody is convinced that New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley will play this September without a long-term deal. 

Browns' Deshaun Watson following in footsteps of Cam Newton

Cleveland Browns star quarterback Deshaun Watson followed in the footsteps of Cam Newton by hosting an inaugural seven-on-seven summer football tournament in Akron this week.

Falcons' Grady Jarrett weighs in on Panthers' Bryce Young size debate

Atlanta Falcons veteran defensive tackle Grady Jarrett isn't giving the Carolina Panthers or rookie Bryce Young any bulletin-board material regarding the quarterback's size. 

Why Mets' Pete Alonso is hopeful for second-half turnaround

Slugger Pete Alonso is confident the 2023 New York Mets can still turn things around following a first half of the season most involved would prefer to forget. 

Reporter discusses if Yankees will legitimately pursue Shohei Ohtani

There's yet another indication the New York Yankees won't actively pursue Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani in free agency. 

Friends reportedly worried about job security of Patriots' Bill Belichick

At least one noteworthy individual thinks New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft could consider moving on from legendary head coach Bill Belichick as soon as next winter. 

Reporter explains why Giants paid Daniel Jones this offseason

It's worth pointing out the Giants potentially could move on from Jones shortly after the 2024 campaign if he isn't a top-10 player at his position by that time. 

Is 49ers' Sam Darnold now seeing ghosts off the field?

It appears ghosts aren't just haunting San Francisco 49ers quarterback Sam Darnold during games at this stage of his career. 

Reporter again shares if Giants' Saquon Barkley could hold out

Those in the know continue to insist running back Saquon Barkley will play for the New York Giants this season with or without a long-term contract. 

Twins' Joey Gallo addresses failed Yankees stint

Minnesota Twins slugger Joey Gallo remains disappointed he largely failed to impress during his forgettable stint with the New York Yankees. 

Falcons' Grady Jarrett opens up about Desmond Ridder decision

Veteran defensive tackle Grady Jarrett sounds in favor of his Atlanta Falcons naming Desmond Ridder as their starting quarterback for the upcoming season. 

Is Giants assistant the 'dream candidate' for Northwestern?

College football insider Bruce Feldman of The Athletic named New York Giants offensive coordinator Mike Kafka as a potential replacement for recently-fired Northwestern Wildcats head coach Pat Fitzgerald.

Lions' Amon-Ra St. Brown still motivated by one reason

Detroit Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown hasn't forgotten that teams let him fall to the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft.