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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

Raiders eyed Jimmy Garoppolo, Tom Brady since midseason?

It sounds as though the Raiders had their plan at quarterback for months, comfortable with landing one of two options while moving on from Derek Carr.

Fan creates ice cream dedicated to Ravens paying Lamar Jackson

The owner of The Charmery ice cream shops located in the Baltimore area has taken an extra step to try to convince the Baltimore Ravens to pay quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Jacob deGrom could make spring debut Monday

It sounds like Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom is feeling just fine following his latest workout.

Packers president sounds ready to move on from Aaron Rodgers

Green Bay Packers president and chief executive officer Mark Murphy may have unintentionally or intentionally revealed the team wants to move on from quarterback Aaron Rodgers as soon as possible. 

Mets ace Justin Verlander addresses pitch clock issues

Add New York Mets ace Justin Verlander to the long list of MLB personnel still learning what is and isn't allowable under the new pitch clock operations embraced for this season. 

Pirates' Rich Hill thinks MLB will make changes to pitch clock

Veteran Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Rich Hill has explained why he thinks MLB will make some adjustments to the polarizing pitch clock added for this season. 

Dolphins commit to Tua Tagovailoa

Tagovailoa enjoyed a career season in his first year playing under McDaniel but generated headlines due to the physical setbacks he endured during the campaign.

Legendary Syracuse coach Jim Boeheim 'thrilled to be retired'

It took a little longer than some would've liked, but legendary coach Jim Boeheim was finally able to offer a proper farewell to the Syracuse Orange faithful.

Rob Gronkowski reacts to speculation about Tom Brady comeback

Rob Gronkowski has reacted to the numerous rumors claiming that long-time teammate Tom Brady could end his latest retirement and once again return to the NFL.

Brother: Mets' Justin Verlander 'was born' to play in New York

The brother of Justin Verlander believes the new New York Mets ace will handle pitching in the country's largest sports market just fine.

Antonio Conte 'ready to die' for Tottenham this season after health scare

Tottenham Hotspur manager Antonio Conte sounds prepared to give his all to the club through the end of the season amid a brutal year for the 53-year-old. 

Star WR Stefon Diggs baffled by Bills' playoff woes

Diggs joined the Bills via a trade from the Minnesota Vikings following the 2019 campaign and has since been on three postseason rosters. However, those squads fell short of playing on Super Bowl Sunday, and neither of the last two Buffalo teams made it to the AFC Championship Game. 

Mike Krzyzewski reacts to 'awkward' Syracuse ending for Jim Boeheim

It sounds like Duke Blue Devils coaching legend Mike Krzyzewski is among those who believe Jim Boeheim deserved better from the Syracuse Orange program and from the university. 

Stefon Diggs discusses immediate aftermath of Damar Hamlin incident

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Stefon Diggs has opened up about rallying teammates to possibly return to action shortly after Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest.

WR Russell Gage talks being recruited by Tom Brady to join Buccaneers

Even if Gage never catches another pass while wearing a Tampa Bay jersey, he'll always be able to brag about being asked to join a club by none other than the G.O.A.T.

Seahawks' Geno Smith talks betting on himself with new contract

The structure of Smith's agreement could allow the Seahawks to move in a different direction at the position after just one season as it pertains to salary-cap issues. 

Nick Saban voices concern for Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa after concussion scares

Tagovailoa, who played under Saban in college, suffered at least two known concussions this past NFL season and most recently spent more than a month in the concussion protocol.

Insider refutes claims about Aaron Rodgers asking price

The Jets, Packers and Aaron Rodgers remain locked in a very delicate game of chicken.

Legal expert: NFL Network 'may have some liability' in Michael Irvin case

It appears NFL Network could find itself in hot water regarding its treatment of Hall of Famer Michael Irvin ahead of Super Bowl LVII.

Seahawks' Geno Smith vows to compete with, mentor rookie QB

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Geno Smith isn't ready to give up his starting job, but that doesn't mean he'll make life difficult for any rookie signal-caller later this year.

Insiders brush off collusion claims on Ravens' Lamar Jackson

Whatever happens, all would do well to remember no team "wanting" Jackson today isn't the same as clubs actually not wanting him come July.

Tom Brady allegedly 'was able to bully' Raiders' Josh McDaniels with Patriots

Maybe recently re-retired quarterback Tom Brady was never all that close to joining the Las Vegas Raiders as a free agent this offseason, after all.  

Browns' Kevin Stefanski credits 'Madden' for game management skills

It turns out Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has at least one thing in common with a plethora of football fans in their early 40s. 

Rangers update spring training plan for ace Jacob deGrom

The Texas Rangers have updated their spring training plans for ace Jacob deGrom after his latest workout. 

Florida's Anthony Richardson defends lackluster 2022 record as starter

Quarterback Anthony Richardson has responded to critics who have pointed out that the Florida Gators finished his last college season with a lackluster overall record of 6-7.