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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

New report reveals if Patriots will pursue Ravens' Lamar Jackson

There's yet another indication that the New England Patriots won't be speaking with Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson about a contract this spring. 

Raiders' Josh McDaniels refutes Jalen Carter NFL Draft report

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels has refuted a report about the team's position on Georgia Bulldogs star defensive tackle Jalen Carter ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft. 

Aaron Judge admits winter talks with Giants a 'dream come true'

Yankees slugger Aaron Judge had nothing but nice things to say about his free agent dalliance with the San Francisco Giants.

Another NFL media member suggests Sam Darnold could be 49ers' Week 1 starter

Yet another NFL Media member has suggested San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan could start free-agency acquisition Sam Darnold at quarterback to start the 2023 season.

Raiders' Mark Davis preaches patience, faith in GM Dave Ziegler

Las Vegas Raiders owner Mark Davis believes patience is a virtue regarding the franchise's direction and the tenure of general manager Dave Ziegler.

Raiders reportedly make Jalen Carter NFL Draft decision

It sounds like the Las Vegas Raiders have already made a decision about Georgia Bulldogs star defensive tackle Jalen Carter ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft. 

Insider explains if 49ers will trade Trey Lance in 2023

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch insisted this week he doesn't have quarterback Trey Lance on the trade market. One Niners insider offered more information on Lance's status.

49ers' Kyle Shanahan praises Sam Darnold amid Week 1 rumors

It sounds like San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan would be comfortable having Sam Darnold as his starting quarterback for at least a portion of the 2023 season. 

'Arson Judge' references flood Yankees-Giants opener

Baseball fans attending the Opening Day game between the San Francisco Giants and New York Yankees in the Bronx commemorated one of the more humorous developments of this past offseason. 

One team named 'most likely landing spot' for Odell Beckham Jr.

Wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. remains a free agent but may already know where he intends to head this spring. 

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles doesn't need Baker Mayfield, Kyle Trask to be 'Superman'

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles seems to understand neither Baker Mayfield nor Kyle Trask will be the second coming of Tom Brady for the organization. 

Giants' John Mara warns Brian Daboll can go 'from Bono to Bozo'

New York Giants co-owner John Mara has delivered a humorous yet serious warning to head coach Brian Daboll this spring. 

Mets GM feels 'good' about bullpen despite Edwin Diaz injury

Mets owner Steve Cohen made it clear last week that he wouldn't "overreact" to the Diaz injury this spring. Whether or not Cohen will change that approach if he watches the Mets blow a couple of ninth-inning leads in April shall be seen. 

Giants losing out on Aaron Judge, Carlos Correa 'sucked'

San Francisco Giants Opening Day starting pitcher Logan Webb is excited for the start of the season but also knows his team missed out on two major acquisitions.

Insider reveals possible timeline for Aaron Rodgers trade

It seems the NFL community could be in the final days of the trade saga involving the Jets, Packers and Aaron Rodgers. Everyone can see the finish line. It's just a matter of crossing it.

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan focuses on positives of Garoppolo relationship

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has softened the lens on his relationship with new Las Vegas Raiders signal-caller Jimmy Garoppolo.

Another insider suggests that Lamar Jackson won't play on franchise tag

Another NFL insider has suggested that Ravens QB Lamar Jackson could sit out the coming season rather than play on the franchise tag.

Giants, Jets to have new synthetic field at MetLife Stadium

It appears a much-debated change is coming to MetLife Stadium, home of the New York Giants and New York Jets, ahead of the 2023 NFL season. 

Former Patriots star to Lamar Jackson: 'Stop tweeting'

A former defensive star for the Patriots had some advice for Ravens QB Lamar Jackson.

Reports: NFL could expand to 40 teams, have European division

Football fans who think the NFL is at its best with 32 teams won't love the latest predictions made ahead of April.

Buccaneers co-owner: Todd Bowles 'was at a disadvantage' in 2022

It sounds like the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are giving head coach Todd Bowles a pass for all that went wrong during the 2022 season. 

Former Jets QB offers update on Aaron Rodgers trade talks

Former New York Jets quarterback and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason has offered an update on trade talks regarding Green Bay Packers star Aaron Rodgers. 

Reports: Patriots won't pursue Ravens' Lamar Jackson

Someone within the New England Patriots seemingly wants the public to know the club won't be pursuing Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson this spring. 

49ers CEO addresses if he regrets drafting Trey Lance

It sounds like San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York would do everything necessary to draft quarterback Trey Lance a second time.

Falcons owner compares Lamar Jackson, Deshaun Watson situations

Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank has compared his club's pursuit of Deshaun Watson last year to not making a move for Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson this spring.