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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

GM reveals if Jets thought Packers would keep Aaron Rodgers

New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas has suggested there were at least some fears within the organization the Green Bay Packers could keep quarterback Aaron Rodgers through the summer months. 

Julian Edelman recalls receiving punt return advice from Tom Brady

Edelman became one of Brady's favorite targets during their time in New England together, but it wasn't always all love between the WR and QB.

Kyle Shanahan glad 49ers won't open 2023 season at Eagles

Head coach Kyle Shanahan is pleased his San Francisco 49ers won't open the 2023 NFL season against the reigning NFC champion Philadelphia Eagles.

Mets offer good news, bad news update on Max Scherzer

The New York Mets have offered both encouraging news and a somewhat discouraging update regarding the status of co-ace Max Scherzer. 

Why Jets-Dolphins are playing on Black Friday

There's more information about why the NFL picked the New York Jets to host the Miami Dolphins for the league's first Black Friday game. 

Insider updates if Angels could trade Shohei Ohtani this summer

It seems two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani will only leave the Los Angeles Angels if he elects to test free agency, as expected, after the season. 

Why the Mets aren't yet panicking about Max Scherzer

Scherzer surrendered eight hits and six earned runs in 3.1 innings at the Tigers last Wednesday and then acknowledged he was trying to work through lingering discomfort "below his right scapula" and "around his shoulder blade." 

Opposing GM blasts Texans for Week 18 victory

An opposing general manager blasted the Houston Texans for losing out on the No. 1 pick by winning last season's Week 18 matchup with the Indianapolis Colts.

Rams' Aaron Donald addresses if he considered retirement this offseason

Rams defensive superstar Aaron Donald told reporters Wednesday why he didn't consider retiring after a 2022 season he and the club likely would prefer to forget. 

New Buccaneers OC raves about Baker Mayfield

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers continue to insist Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask will compete for the starting quarterback job even though Mayfield seems to have a clear advantage heading into training camp.

Al Michaels hopeful Thursday NFL games will improve in 2023

Michaels handled "Thursday Night Football" duties for Amazon Prime Video last season and often didn't hide his feelings about the lack of quality of such games.

Aaron Jones: Jordan Love has earned 'full trust' of Packers

Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones has given new starting quarterback Jordan Love an impressive vote of confidence.

Watch: Bug doesn't stop Yankees' Aaron Judge from drawing walk

Not even a creepy crawly critter was going to stop New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge from reaching first base during his return from the injured list. 

Did J.J. Watt want to retire with Packers?

J.J. Watt rode off into the sunset as an active player after spending the 2022 season with the Arizona Cardinals but may have wanted to retire with a different club.

Saquon Barkley criticized for handling of contract situation

A "prominent player agent" believes Saquon Barkley has mishandled his contract situation with the Giants.

Patriots LB 'excited' to face Aaron Rodgers twice a season

Rodgers historically owned the NFC North, but he's in a brand-new division now. His new rivals can't wait for the opportunity to take on the four-time MVP twice a year.

Dodgers' Mookie Betts latest MLB player to avoid 'haunted' Milwaukee hotel

It appears Los Angeles Dodgers All-Star outfielder Mookie Betts is the latest MLB player not taking any chances as it pertains to a certain Milwaukee hotel.

Have Titans already made decision on Malik Willis?

It appears at least some within the Tennessee Titans may have already labeled young quarterback Malik Willis a bust.

NFL cap expert 'hated' contract Giants gave Daniel Jones

Add NFL salary-cap expert and Over the Cap founder Jason Fitzgerald to the list of noteworthy individuals who have criticized the New York Giants over the contract they gave quarterback Daniel Jones this offseason.

Analyst names surprise 'easiest fit' for Lionel Messi

An analyst named an English Premier League club as "the easiest fit for" Messi "from a financial and a sporting perspective" assuming the 35-year-old and PSG part ways once his contract expires after the season as expected. 

Dolphins' Chosen Anderson addresses latest name change

New Miami Dolphins wide receiver Chosen Anderson has addressed his latest name change, which occurred after the 2022 NFL season. 

Jets OC served as 'facilitator' in getting Aaron Rodgers

Nathaniel Hackett first served as Rodgers' offensive coordinator with the Packers from 2019 through the 2021 season and was hired by the Jets after the Broncos fired him as head coach.

Mets' Max Scherzer scratched from start amid injury worries

There's a new reason for fans of the New York Mets to worry about co-ace Max Scherzer. 

J.J. Watt enjoys pub crawl for Burnley 'research'

Retired NFL superstar J.J. Watt is doing well to embrace life as a minority investor in to-be Premier League club Burnley FC.

Yankees' Aaron Hicks survives return of Aaron Judge

While it was thought the Yankees could release Hicks to make room on the active roster for the reigning American League Most Valuable Player, New York instead placed infielder Oswald Peraza on the IL retroactive to May 6 with a right ankle sprain.