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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

Watch: David Cone experiment offers defense for Mets' Max Scherzer

Former MLB pitcher David Cone seemed to verify claims made by New York Mets co-ace Max Scherzer regarding Scherzer's 10-game suspension related to the use of foreign substances. 

Concussion expert: Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa 'completely misled' about CTE

At least one concussion expert believes Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa received poor advice regarding his long-term health. 

Raiders GM discusses possibility of drafting QB

Las Vegas Raiders general manager Dave Ziegler isn't ruling out spending the No. 7 pick of the 2023 NFL Draft on a quarterback even though the team signed Jimmy Garoppolo earlier this offseason. 

49ers insider: Trade of former first-round QB not 'happening imminently'

49ers GM John Lynch has taken calls regarding Trey Lance's availability this offseason.

MLB Network insider blasts suspension of Mets' Max Scherzer

Baseball insider Jon Heyman of MLB Network and the New York Post has blasted the league over the 10-game suspension of New York Mets ace Max Scherzer.

Steelers insider makes bold prediction for Ravens QB Lamar Jackson

Yet another NFL insider has suggested Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson could sit games out during the upcoming season.

Another insider links C.J. Stroud with Titans ahead of NFL Draft

Yet another NFL insider has linked the Tennessee Titans with Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback C.J. Stroud ahead of the opening night of the NFL Draft next Thursday. 

Former Jets QB makes bold Aaron Rodgers trade prediction

Former New York Jets quarterback and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason is as confident as ever Gang Green will soon land Green Bay Packers star Aaron Rodgers.

Insiders address Texans not drafting QB with pick No. 2

ESPN NFL insiders Matt Miller and Jordan Reid believe the Houston Texans legitimately could pass on a quarterback with the second overall pick of this year's draft. 

Commanders confident in Sam Howell amid Lamar Jackson, draft speculation

The Washington Commanders sound ready to rock with 2022 fifth-round draft pick Sam Howell as their starting quarterback past the upcoming NFL Draft. 

Yankees' Gerrit Cole, Aaron Judge jealous of Angels' Shohei Ohtani?

It sounds like New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole and slugger Aaron Judge are jealous of superstar Shohei Ohtani for reasons unrelated to what Ohtani could earn in free agency. 

Yankees' Aaron Boone responds to saga involving Mets' Max Scherzer

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone has responded to New York Mets co-ace Max Scherzer being punished for violating MLB rules related to the use of foreign substances. 

Angels refute Shohei Ohtani trade report

The Los Angeles Angels are doing all they can to insist two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani won't go anywhere before the fall months, if at all.

CBS' Tony Romo again responds to criticisms of NFL broadcasts

CBS lead NFL analyst Tony Romo is still offering no apologies after he was routinely criticized for his work during the 2022 season.

Eagles have no plans to change the way Jalen Hurts plays

The Philadelphia Eagles do not plan to coddle QB Jalen Hurts even after signing him to a mega-money deal.

Insider: 'Everyone in baseball knows' Max Scherzer will be suspended

New York Mets fans hoping for good news regarding co-ace Max Scherzer should probably stop holding their breaths.

Divisive defender may not get past Lions in NFL Draft

It appears Georgia Bulldogs star defensive tackle Jalen Carter has at least one noteworthy fan among NFL executives ahead of the upcoming draft. 

Stephen A. Smith blasts NFL, Dolphins over handling of Tua Tagovailoa

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith has become the latest media personality to blast the NFL and the Miami Dolphins over their handling of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa this past season. 

GM hints Giants star may not be on team in 2023

It sounds like the relationship between the New York Giants and star running back Saquon Barkley has seen better days.

Lions GM addresses drafting possible Jared Goff replacement

Detroit Lions general manager Brad Holmes has suggested he could use the sixth-overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft on a future replacement for quarterback Jared Goff.

Could Patriots replace Mac Jones, Bailey Zappe in 2023 NFL Draft?

The quarterback situation hovering over the New England Patriots  continues to generate headlines one week before the opening night of the  2023 NFL Draft.

Tom Brady declines to slam door shut on joining Dolphins this year

The now-seemingly-yearly tradition of Tom Brady refusing to slam the door shut on a possible return to the NFL has continued through at least April.

Insider: Angels' Shohei Ohtani 'thinking' about playing for Yankees

New York-based Japanese baseball writer Eriko Takehama has hinted that Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani could consider joining the New York Yankees if he reaches free agency this year.

NFL GM confirms 49ers, Trey Lance report

Whispers about the San Francisco 49ers making 2021 first-round draft pick Trey Lance available this spring aren't quieting down.

Why Yankees' Aaron Judge was mad over Shohei Ohtani robbery

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge wasn't overly thrilled with his home-run robbery of Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani in the first inning of Wednesday's game.