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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

Jets GM committed to keeping Zach Wilson amid Aaron Rodgers rumors

New York Jets general manager Joe Douglas hinted Tuesday that the veteran quarterback the club lands this offseason will be tasked with mentoring 2021 second-overall draft pick Zach Wilson.

49ers GM says team is 'praying' ahead of Brock Purdy surgery

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch admitted Tuesday he cannot offer a definitive timetable for the recovery of 2022 rookie quarterback Brock Purdy. 

Buccaneers GM will leave 'flashlight' on for Tom Brady return

Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht spoke at the NFL combine on Tuesday about quarterback Tom Brady potentially returning to the club for the second consecutive March.

Seahawks' Pete Carroll addresses Russell Wilson reportedly trying to get him fired

Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll has responded to a report that claimed Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson wanted Carroll and Seattle general manager John Schneider fired last winter.

Bears GM discusses Justin Fields amid trade rumors

Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles wants the public to know he intends for Justin Fields to remain his starting quarterback through the offseason. 

NYC accidentally disrespects Jackie Robinson by misspelling sign

The New York City Department of Transportation may already be responsible for what goes down as the biggest error of spring training. 

Patriots coaches reportedly instructed to take it easy on Mac Jones

There's more information about the struggles New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones endured during his sophomore pro season.

Insider: 'I think' 49ers call Tom Brady about playing in 2023

Another NFL insider is linking the San Francisco 49ers with recently re-retired quarterback Tom Brady.

Analyst 'scared to death of drafting' Alabama QB Bryce Young

It appears that fears regarding the size of Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Bryce Young will routinely be repeated ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Penn State fans accused of using racist language toward Rutgers players

Penn State has responded to some disturbing allegations regarding Sunday's men's basketball game between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and Nittany Lions.

Mike Trout: Angels must end playoff drought to keep Shohei Ohtani

Mike Trout needs the Los Angeles Angels to end their noteworthy playoff drought for reasons beyond his desire to again play postseason baseball.

Falcons not naming Desmond Ridder starting QB amid rumors

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith isn't anointing 2022 rookie Desmond Ridder his starting quarterback at this stage of the offseason. 

Pat McAfee says he was served by Brett Favre

Retired quarterback Brett Favre is apparently going ahead with at least one of his reported lawsuits, as McAfee has announced he's been served by the retired quarterback.

Jets could go after surprising fallback option if they miss on Aaron Rodgers, Derek Carr

It's no secret the New York Jets are in the market for a veteran starting quarterback. If they miss out on their reported top two options, they could target a player plenty familiar with MetLife Stadium.

George Kittle teases following Rob Gronkowski into WWE

The four-time Pro Bowl selection confidently declared he has the right personality to portray a wrestling character and said that getting inside the squared circle one day "sounds fun."

Yankees’ Aaron Judge discusses new MLB rules

Add the reigning American League Most Valuable Player to the list of people in favor of new MLB rules impacting games during spring training. 

Vikings' Kirk Cousins a potential star of Netflix docuseries

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins could soon become a fan favorite among some NFL viewers.

Patriots' Devin McCourty praises Mac Jones amid rumors

Veteran safety Devin McCourty has insisted the New England Patriots are in good hands with Mac Jones serving as their starting quarterback. 

Rangers ace Jacob deGrom thought he could stay with Mets

Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom has opened up about leaving the New York Mets in free agency this past fall. 

Chelsea HC Graham Potter reveals he and his family have received death threats

Potter revealed on Friday that he and his family have received death threats related to Chelsea's disappointing season. Chelsea enter the weekend 10th in the Premier League table.

Insider doubts Stephen A. Smith's report on Ravens' Lamar Jackson

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio isn't buying what the camp for Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson recently tried to sell to ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith. 

Penguins GM Ron Hextall: Fan anger won't 'affect anything I do'

During Pittsburgh's 7-2 home blowout loss to the Oilers on Thursday night, enraged Penguins fans chanted "Fire Hextall" on multiple occasions, particularly after the game got well out of hand.

Boomer Esiason blasts Giants' Daniel Jones for reported contract demands

Former New York Jets quarterback and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason is stunned and irritated by Daniel Jones' alleged inflated salary demand.

Opposing coaches analyze what went wrong with Broncos' Russell Wilson

An ESPN reporter spoke with "multiple opposing defensive coaches and quarterbacks coaches," one of whom seemed baffled that Wilson "just put the ball where he shouldn't too often" throughout last season.

Mets' Max Scherzer not worried about new pitch clock

New York Mets ace Max Scherzer is one starting pitcher who isn't too bothered about the new pitch clock.