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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 analyst shares bold Jets take about Super Bowl LVIII

Dan Orlovsky then named the Jets and Buffalo Bills as his two candidates to dethrone the Chiefs as AFC champions. 

Yankees president addresses disappointing start to season

New York Yankees president Randy Levine addressed the club's underwhelming start to the 2023 MLB season. 

Lions' Dan Campbell, Chiefs' Travis Kelce against new fair catch rule

Theoretically, the NFL could eliminate the new rule as soon as next offseason. Judging by Roger Goodell's comments, that seems unlikely regardless of how many coaches and players speak out.

Ex-teammate questions relationship between Broncos' Russell Wilson, Sean Payton

Former Seattle Seahawks linebacker K.J. Wright suggested the experiment involving quarterback Russell Wilson and head coach Sean Payton could end poorly for the Denver Broncos.

Raiders' Davante Adams downplays controversial comments

Star wide receiver Davante Adams insisted he is committed to helping the Las Vegas Raiders win despite previous comments. 

Mets slugger Pete Alonso responds to antics of Cubs starter

New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso had a measured response to the celebration antics of Cubs starter Marcus Stroman.

Reporter unconvinced Rangers won't pursue Penguins' Mike Sullivan

At least one noteworthy individual is not buying that the New York Rangers have moved on from pursuing Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan.

Raiders HC responds to controversial Davante Adams comments

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels defended Davante Adams over controversial comments recently offered by the All-Pro wide receiver.

Jets' Aaron Rodgers explains leadership philosophy 

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers is building positive chemistry with new teammates but made it known he'll lay the hammer down, if necessary, during the season.

Giants TE Darren Waller seems to take shot at Raiders

Tight end Darren Waller is enjoying life as a member of the New York Giants but seemed to take a shot at the Las Vegas Raiders, his former club, on Thursday. 

Josh McDaniels addresses Tom Brady buying minority stake in Raiders

McDaniels joked that Brady will "100 percent" have to admit that he fumbled the football away on during the Tuck Rule Game in order to become a minority owner of the Raiders.

49ers' Trey Lance addresses training with Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance acquired some pointers from Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes during springtime workouts. 

Giants' Daniel Jones, Brian Daboll address Saquon Barkley absence

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones would probably prefer to celebrate his new contract rather than address running back Saquon Barkley skipping voluntary organized team activities. 

Browns WR Elijah Moore seems to take another shot at Jets

Wide receiver Elijah Moore is now with the Cleveland Browns but still seems to have the New York Jets on his mind. 

Ravens HC John Harbaugh explains why he's against new fair catch rule

Coaches reached out to media members to voice their displeasure over the rule, and Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid suggested the NFL was heading toward embracing "flag football" guidelines.

Mets irritated by antics of Cubs' Marcus Stroman

Members of the New York Mets didn't appreciate the antics of Chicago Cubs starter and former Met Marcus Stroman on Wednesday night. 

Falcons' Desmond Ridder makes big admission about rookie offseason

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder is in a better place today than where he was as a rookie entering voluntary organized team activities. 

Former QB ranks Patriots' Mac Jones ahead of Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa

Retired quarterback and current NFL analyst Chris Simms delivered quite a hot take ahead of Memorial Day.  As Darren Hartwell noted for NBC Sports Boston, Simms shared 2023 quarterback rankings via the "NFL on NBC" YouTube page on Wednesday and said he has Tua Tagovailoa of the Miami Dolphins at No. 21 overall.

Bills' Von Miller addresses Stefon Diggs not attending OTAs

Buffalo Bills star pass-rusher Von Miller isn't too worried wide receiver Stefon Diggs is skipping voluntary organized team activities this spring.

Former NFL MVP to adjust playing style in new offense?

The Baltimore Ravens don't want to completely change Lamar Jackson, but the recently-paid quarterback sounds ready to adjust his playing style under new offensive coordinator Todd Monken.

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes addresses not being NFL's highest-paid player

The 10-year extension worth up to $503M Mahomes received in the summer of 2020 is now nothing short of a bargain for the Chiefs.

Reporter shares why Saquon Barkley unlikely to participate in spring workouts

It sounds like New York Giants star running back Saquon Barkley won't be signing his franchise tag amid voluntary organized team activities.

Lamar Jackson reveals plans for voluntary springtime workouts

Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson is committed to attending voluntary organized team activities, in part so he can grow comfortable working under new offensive coordinator Todd Monken.

Former Buccaneers Pro Bowler makes bold Baker Mayfield statement

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle and six-time Pro Bowl selection Gerald McCoy is backing quarterback Baker Mayfield to do more than just start for the club this season.

Aaron Jones strongly refutes idea Packers are rebuilding

Running back Aaron Jones continues to express confidence in the 2023 Green Bay Packers even though Jordan Love has replaced Aaron Rodgers as the team's starting quarterback.