Yardbarker

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

49ers' John Lynch refutes latest Trey Lance trade report

Lynch added on Thursday that he thinks carrying Lance, Darnold and starting signal-caller Brock Purdy on the roster is "the most likely option" for at least the Week 1 game at the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sept. 10. 

Famous executive defends Yankees' Brian Cashman amid culture concerns

Well-known Oakland Athletics executive Billy Beane thinks New York Yankees fans should give senior vice president and general manager Brian Cashman a break amid what Cashman referred to on Wednesday as a "disaster" of a season. 

Guardians president addresses future of manager Terry Francona

Cleveland Guardians team president Chris Antonetti seems to see the writing on the wall regarding the future of beloved manager Terry Francona.

Update on future of Guardians manager Terry Francona revealed

There's more information about why Terry Francona hinted earlier this week that he could step away from the Guardians.

Giants' Daniel Jones reacts to 'scary' Tommy Sweeney incident

Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is among individuals who were left shaken up by what occurred involving tight end Tommy Sweeney during Wednesday's practice. 

Giants DC happy Jets' Aaron Rodgers will play in preseason finale

New York Giants defensive coordinator Don "Wink" Martindale is just fine with New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers starting Saturday's preseason finale involving the two teams. 

Jets react to shocking Corey Davis news

Individuals associated with the New York Jets reacted Wednesday to wide receiver Corey Davis stepping away from football, perhaps for good.

Broncos' Russell Wilson talks pressure amid career uncertainty

Quarterback Russell Wilson may not have a long-term home with the Denver Broncos beyond the upcoming season but welcomes all that comes with that reality.

Jets' Aaron Rodgers, others react to new MetLife Stadium turf

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers enjoys the new playing surface found at MetLife Stadium, home of the Jets and New York Giants.

Titans' Caleb Farley addresses father's death after explosion

Tennessee Titans cornerback Caleb Farley opened up about the recent explosion that destroyed a North Carolina home and tragically killed his father. 

Browns' Deshaun Watson ready to prove a point this season

Deshaun Watson of the Cleveland Browns understands why some no longer rate him among the NFL's elite quarterbacks heading into the 2023 season.  "You can't focus on that because that ranking is always changing," Watson told reporters on Wednesday.

Why Cowboys' Jerry Jones literally grounded WR Brandin Cooks

Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones found little humor in the recent viral video that showed wide receiver Brandin Cooks flying teammates Micah Parsons and Stephon Gilmore in a small plane ahead of this past Saturday's preseason game at the Seattle Seahawks.

Former 49ers HC shares bold Brock Purdy, Super Bowl take

The chorus is growing on the belief that Brock Purdy can take the 49ers to the promised land after his surprising run in 2022.

Mets' Pete Alonso addresses Brewers trade report

New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso addressed his uncertain future after a new report linked him with the Milwaukee Brewers.

Patriots' Adrian Phillips shares bold praise for Mac Jones

Veteran New England Patriots safety Adrian Phillips wants everyone to know he expects quarterback Mac Jones to bounce back in a big way following a rough 2022 season.  "I've seen him grow and change a lot," Phillips said about Jones on Tuesday, per Michael Hurley of CBS News Boston.

Guardians manager Terry Francona shares massive hint about future

Guardians manager Terry Francona hinted ahead of Tuesday's home series opener versus the Los Angeles Dodgers that he could retire following the ongoing season. 

Jets' Aaron Rodgers reacts to playing in preseason finale

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers sounds all-in on taking snaps during Saturday's preseason finale against the New York Giants despite the threat of possible injury. 

49ers' updated trade stance on Trey Lance revealed

Lance still has made just four career NFL regular-season starts but could enter September third on San Francisco's depth chart.

Bret Boone blasts critics of brother, Yankees manager Aaron Boone

Former MLB All-Star and current podcast host Bret Boone thinks those who believe younger brother Aaron Boone has waived the white flag on the 2023 season know very little about the Yankees manager.

NFC executive shares bold prediction about Giants' Daniel Jones

"I laugh every time I hear someone questioning the Giants for giving him that $160M (contract)," the anonymous executive said about Daniel Jones.

Would Patriots' Mac Jones do the Netflix 'Quarterback' show?

New England Patriots starter Mac Jones added his name to the list of noteworthy signal-callers not interested in participating in the second season of Netflix's "Quarterback" docuseries. 

Jets' Robert Saleh explains playing Aaron Rodgers in preseason finale

"You can't coach scared, you can't play scared," Saleh told reporters Tuesday.

Red Sox icon voices support for Yankees' Aaron Boone

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone received a somewhat surprising vote of confidence from retired Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Curt Schilling.

Baker Mayfield addresses being named Buccaneers starting quarterback

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield spoke with reporters Tuesday shortly after it was learned he defeated 2021 second-round draft pick Kyle Trask in a competition for the starting job that seemingly was decided before the club's first preseason game. 

Former All-Star rips Mets for fire sale ahead of trade deadline

Retired two-time All-Star Todd Frazier is the latest noteworthy member of the MLB community who has criticized New York Mets owner Steve Cohen for signing off on a pre-trade deadline fire sale when making the playoffs was still within reach.