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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

Bears QB Justin Fields working to improve specific aspect of game

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields believes he can improve as a passer by getting the ball out of his hands faster during his third pro season. 

YouTube TV sparks NFL fears with NBA disaster

Football fans planning on using YouTube TV to enjoy the "NFL Sunday Ticket" out-of-market package this coming season may have reasons for concern following Wednesday's debacle.

Yankees owner addresses fourth-place season start

While Steinbrenner may not love that the AL's most expensive roster is closer to the basement of the division standings than to first place, he sounds optimistic the Bronx Bombers are on the verge of silencing critics. 

Why Giants asked for back-to-back September road games

It's no accident the New York Giants play road games in Weeks 2 and 3 of the 2023 NFL season. 

Kirk Herbstreit blasts Ohio State fans over criticisms of HC Ryan Day

One noteworthy individual associated with the Ohio State Buckeyes has blasted critics of head coach Ryan Day. 

Insider predicts when Titans' Will Levis may unseat Ryan Tannehill

One insider has predicted when the Tennessee Titans could bench veteran quarterback Ryan Tannehill in favor of rookie Will Levis during the 2023 NFL season.

Analyst: Blue Jays should've sent Yankees' Aaron Judge 'a message'

One noteworthy individual has suggested the Toronto Blue Jays should've delivered an in-game response to New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge following Monday's events. 

Former agent reacts to Giants pulling Saquon Barkley contract offer

A former sports agent is surprised the New York Giants pulled a previous offer presented to running back Saquon Barkley after they used the non-exclusive franchise tag on the back.

Rob Gronkowski shares bold Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield predictions

Former Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Rob Gronkowski has addressed the upcoming quarterback competition involving free-agency signing Baker Mayfield and 2021 second-round draft pick Kyle Trask as well as the Bucs 2023 season.

Yankees owner reveals what would lead him to fire manager Aaron Boone

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner has revealed what could cause him to fire manager Aaron Boone.

Penguins' Mike Sullivan addresses links to Rangers

Pittsburgh Penguins head coach Mike Sullivan isn't going anywhere as long as he has a say in the matter. 

Why Jets-Bills is Week 1 'Monday Night Football' game

There's more information about why NFL schedule-makers chose the New York Jets to host the Buffalo Bills in the first "Monday Night Football" game of the 2023 season.

Yankees announcer defends Blue Jays announcers over Aaron Judge comments

New York Yankees play-by-play announcer Michael Kay defended the Toronto Blue Jays' announcing crew regarding what became controversial comments made about Yankees slugger Aaron Judge earlier this week. 

Mets' Justin Verlander reacts to boos in home debut

New York Mets co-ace Justin Verlander and his teammates was booed during Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Tampa Bay Rays at Citi Field. Here's what Verlander has to say about it. 

Derek Jeter called Anthony Volpe after Yankees' Opening Day decision

New York Yankees rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe received a special call after he made the Opening Day roster earlier this spring. 

Bengals' Tee Higgins, Ja'Marr Chase react to Joe Burrow contract comments

Bengals wide receivers Tee Higgins and Ja'Marr Chase noticed how quarterback Joe Burrow said Tuesday he wants what "is best for myself and the team" regarding a contract extension. 

Packers OC hints HC Matt LaFleur may like offense better with Jordan Love

Per Rob Demovsky of ESPN, Adam Stenavich admitted while speaking with reporters Tuesday that Green Bay's offense will likely have a different look with Love atop the depth chart instead of Rodgers. 

Insider shares why Bryce Young isn't Panthers starting QB yet

There's more information about why new Carolina Panthers head coach Frank Reich isn't naming first overall draft pick Bryce Young his starting quarterback

Titans' Treylon Burks addresses avoiding asthma-related issues

Tennessee Titans wide receiver Treylon Burks has addressed conditioning issues and asthma-related setbacks that impacted him throughout his first NFL offseason. 

Christian McCaffrey makes bold statement about trade to 49ers

Star running back Christian McCaffrey is singing a happier tune about being traded from the Carolina Panthers to the San Francisco 49ers last fall. 

Panthers OC addresses Bryce Young size concerns

New Carolina Panthers offensive coordinator Thomas Brown has insisted he "never cared about" the size of quarterback Bryce Young leading up to the 2023 NFL Draft.

Bengals' Joe Burrow addresses contract extension talks

Star quarterback Joe Burrow confirmed Tuesday that a contract extension with the Cincinnati Bengals is "in the works" ahead of the summer months. 

Buccaneers ticket prices plummet without Tom Brady

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers likely will miss retired quarterback Tom Brady in multiple ways throughout the 2023 NFL season.

Saints GM addresses signing of TE Foster Moreau

New Orleans Saints general manager Mickey Loomis has insisted the club signed tight end Foster Moreau for reasons that go beyond giving the locker room an emotional boost. 

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles insists Baker Mayfield will compete with Kyle Trask

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles doesn't want to hear he's potentially favoring Baker Mayfield over Kyle Trask in the upcoming quarterback competition.