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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

Giants legend makes bold Daniel Jones claims

New York Giants legend Tiki Barber remains high on quarterback Daniel Jones ahead of the summer. 

Cowboys' Stephen Jones addresses possible DeAndre Hopkins pursuit

Until he officially signs with a team, speculation around where Hopkins will sign are sure to continue. Here's where Dallas stands.

Why Mets' Tommy Pham has beat up, blistered hands

New York Mets veteran outfielder Tommy Pham isn't losing his spot on the roster without a fight.

Yankees' Anthony Volpe addresses possible demotion to minor leagues

New York Yankees rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe isn't focusing on his big-league status amid rumors suggesting he could soon be demoted to the Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders.

Mets SS Francisco Lindor's effort questioned amid slump

Lindor has just eight hits in his last 56 at-bats following Sunday's action, and he's made some questionable plays on the diamond to boot.

Jorge Messi addresses possible Lionel Messi return to Barcelona

Lionel Messi apparently knows what he wants. Whether or not he'll get it is unclear. 

What Patriots think of Mac Jones in Bill O’Brien's offense

Quarterback Mac Jones seems to be impressing members of the New England Patriots working under new offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien amid organized team

Giants 2023 fifth-round draft pick named potential sleeper candidate

The New York Giants may have found a future starting running back on the final day of the 2023 NFL Draft. For a piece published Friday, Nick Baumgardner of The Athletic named New York ball-carrier and fifth-round choice Eric Gray among potential "Day 3 NFL Draft sleepers who can make an immediate impact as rookies." 

James Conner addresses Cardinals doubters amid tanking claims

Cardinals running back James Conner offered his take less than a full week after Arizona's release of DeAndre Hopkins became official and after the organization seemingly didn't try to land a temporary fill-in for injured quarterback Kyler Murray.

Penguins' Mike Sullivan addresses hiring of Kyle Dubas

Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan reacted Friday to the club hiring former Toronto Maple Leafs general manager Kyle Dubas as its new president of hockey operations. 

Did Bill Belichick reach out to Tom Brady after Super Bowl win with Buccaneers?

It appears some misjudged the relationship between Tom Brady and New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick as it pertains to Brady's exit from New England. 

Peyton Manning addresses Aaron Rodgers joining Jets

Add Peyton Manning to the list of noteworthy members of the NFL community excited to see quarterback Aaron Rodgers play for the New York Jets this season. 

Browns coach makes bold claim about new fair catch rule

Coaches and players can, have and likely will continue to complain about the change through the season.

Xavi Hernandez still hopeful superstar returns to Barcelona

Xavi, Messi's former Barcelona teammate and friend, insisted the 35-year-old can still excel for the Spanish giants both in La Liga and the UEFA Champions League.

49ers QB coach details why, where Brock Purdy must improve

San Francisco 49ers quarterbacks coach Brian Griese didn't dance around the issue when detailing why and how Brock Purdy must improve following his breakout rookie season. 

Three-time DPOY blasts media over early criticisms of rookies

Retired NFL superstar J.J. Watt doesn't want to hear criticisms about rookie players before training camps even open.  "'Rookie has rough practice in his first week of OTAs,'" Watt said in a video he shared on social media, per Justin Terranova of the New York Post.

Tom Brady addresses Aaron Rodgers going from Packers to Jets

It seems Tom Brady believes quarterback Aaron Rodgers can achieve big things with the New York Jets as soon as this season. 

Insider predicts 49ers' Week 1 starting quarterback at Steelers

Lynch repeated this week a healthy Purdy is his "leader in the clubhouse" to start for the 2023 49ers over Darnold and Lance. Perhaps that will be the case.

Cardinals HC Jonathan Gannon addresses release of DeAndre Hopkins

While Gannon likely wishes the organization could've located a trade partner regarding the veteran receiver who turns 31 years old next week, the coach seems to understand the 2023 Cardinals are probably better off without a disgruntled Hopkins. 

Tom Brady addresses return to Gillette Stadium for Patriots opener

Quarterback Tom Brady sounds committed to returning to Gillette Stadium when the New England Patriots host the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 1 on Sept. 10.

Mets' Edwin Diaz offers update on if he could pitch in 2023

New York Mets All-Star closer Edwin Diaz updated his progress in returning from a knee injury and discussed the possibility of pitching in 2023.

Tom Brady expands on commitment to staying retired

Quarterback Tom Brady is now telling anybody who will listen that he's truly retired from playing "for good."

Senior NFL writer offers bold Russell Wilson, Jarrett Stidham prediction

Another noteworthy member of the NFL community believes Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton could sit quarterback Russell Wilson in favor of backup Jarrett Stidham this fall. 

GMs address possibility of Guardians trading former Cy Young winner

The right-hander, who turned 28 years old Wednesday, has gone 4-3 with a 3.72 ERA across 12 starts and 75 innings of work this spring.

Senior NFL writer offers bold Aaron Rodgers, media prediction

Rodgers surely will encounter a question he doesn't want to answer, and how he responds to that moment could go a long way in proving Conor Orr right or wrong.