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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

Patriots QB Mac Jones reacts to benching vs. Cowboys

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones seems to understand why he was benched by head coach Bill Belichick during Sunday's 38-3 blowout loss at the Dallas Cowboys.

Current, former players talk recovery of Jets' Aaron Rodgers

Retired NFL quarterback Vinny Testaverde believes New York Jets signal-caller Aaron Rodgers somewhat dodged a bullet when he suffered a left Achilles tear rather than a torn right Achilles in Week 1 of the season. 

Insider shares big updates on Aaron Boone, Yankees offseason

It appears New York Yankees fans hoping team owner Hal Steinbrenner would make massive changes following the 2023 season will be disappointed. 

Joe Namath reacts to Zach Wilson's performance vs. Chiefs

Namath generated headlines and went viral last Monday following the Jets' 15-10 home loss to the New England Patriots when he said he'd seen "enough" of Wilson playing for New York.

Rams' Matthew Stafford praises Colts rookie QB Anthony Richardson

Los Angeles Rams veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford offered high praise for Indianapolis Colts' Anthony Richardson.

Patriots HC Bill Belichick defends QB Mac Jones after benching

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick defended Mac Jones multiple times on Monday less than 24 hours after Belichick benched the struggling quarterback during what became Sunday's 38-3 loss at the Dallas Cowboys. 

Titans' Ryan Tannehill addresses 'up and down' season amid trade rumors

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill turned 35 years old this past summer and may understand his next two games could determine where he calls home on Nov. 1.

Rams' Matthew Stafford enjoying comeback season amid uncertainty

Veteran quarterback Matthew Stafford insists the Los Angeles Rams aren't merely going through the motions as uncertainty hovers over his and the club's futures.

Browns' Kevin Stefanski explains why Deshaun Watson didn’t play vs. Ravens

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski offered more information about why starting quarterback Deshaun Watson didn’t attempt to play through a bruised throwing shoulder during what became Sunday's 28-3 home loss to the division-rival Baltimore Ravens.

Insider links Falcons with Vikings' Kirk Cousins

The Atlanta Falcons may need to find an upgrade over starting quarterback Desmond Ridder who isn't journeyman and current backup Taylor Heinicke. 

New Mets president addresses future of Pete Alonso

The New York Mets officially introduced David Stearns as their new president of baseball operations on Monday, and he addressed the future of popular first baseman Pete Alonso during an afternoon news conference.

Defenses of Giants QB Daniel Jones continue after 49ers' jabs

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones continues to receive support from teammates and other individuals after he found himself on the receiving end of physical and verbal shots during and after the 30-12 loss at the San Francisco 49ers on Sept. 21.

Former NFL head coach crushes Patriots QB Mac Jones after benching

Jones gifted the Cowboys scores with a fumble that was returned for a touchdown and a pick-six that occurred late in the second quarter after he delivered a pass that never should've been thrown in the first place in a 38-3 loss.

Mets' Francisco Lindor shares update on Jeff McNeil promise

New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor continues to insist he will purchase a promised car for teammate Jeff McNeil.

Insider shares if Colts could trade RB Jonathan Taylor in October

The Indianapolis Colts and RB Jonathan Taylor continue to warily circle each other with the trade deadline weeks away.

Jets' Garrett Wilson offers cheeky response to Chiefs' Willie Gay Jr.

New York Jets WR Garrett Wilson agreed with Chiefs LB Willie Gay Jr. that his team will be running the ball a lot on "Sunday Night Football," but added a bit of a wink in the process.

49ers GM John Lynch discusses 'trap game' vs. Cardinals

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch insists his 3-0 team isn't looking past this Sunday's game against the 1-2 Arizona Cardinals regardless of what sportsbooks think about the contest. 

Colts' Anthony Richardson talks injuries ahead of return vs. Rams

Richardson's emotions aside, availability remains the most important ability as it pertains to his short-term future.

Famous quarterback coach shares high praise for Texans' C.J. Stroud

Famous quarterback coach Quincy Avery first worked with Houston Texans signal-caller C.J. Stroud when Stroud was a teenager and offered high praise for the 21-year-old who played like a rookie sensation across his first month of NFL action.

Giants' Sterling Shepard shares blunt take on role in offense

New York Giants wide receiver Sterling Shepard didn't dance around the issue when asked about his lack of playing time ahead of Monday's home game versus the 2-1 Seattle Seahawks.

Carlos Rodon sends message to Yankees fans amid disappointing season

New York Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodon wants fans to know he shares their frustrations regarding the disappointing season he and the club endured through September. 

J.J. Watt reveals if he could un-retire, return to NFL

Defensive superstar J.J. Watt sounds committed to remaining retired even though he suggested he could offer plenty to a Super Bowl contender at the age of 34. 

Jets' Robert Saleh addresses Zach Wilson 'elephant in the room'

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh appears to understand he could lose some members of the locker room if he continues to support struggling quarterback Zach Wilson into the first week of October. 

Giants defend Daniel Jones after shots from 49ers

Members of the New York Giants defended teammate Daniel Jones after individuals associated with the San Francisco 49ers took some shots at the quarterback following New York's 30-12 loss at San Francisco on Sept. 21. 

Cowboys' Micah Parsons shares bold take on Jets' Zach Wilson

Dallas Cowboys star pass-rusher Micah Parsons got a good look at Zach Wilson of the New York Jets earlier this month and defended the struggling quarterback ahead of what could become a career-altering weekend for the 24-year-old.