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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 players react to Aaron Rodgers' return to practice

Temporary New York Jets starting quarterback Tim Boyle happily welcomed the return to practice of future Hall of Famer Aaron Rodgers amid the club's four-game losing streak. 

Former MVP shares bold idea for Giants' QB room

Giants undrafted rookie quarterback and New Jersey native Tommy DeVito has become a fan favorite playing in place of injured starter Daniel Jones.

Cam Newton has great take on Bill Belichick-Panthers rumor

Cam Newton addressed the idea of the Panthers landing Belichick as head coach.

Panthers' Bryce Young opens up about Frank Reich firing

It's widely thought that Young's struggles coupled with the fact that Stroud is the overwhelming betting favorite to earn Offensive Rookie of the Year honors resulted in Reich's dismissal.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield reflects on time with Panthers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield expects the Carolina Panthers, his former team, to come out with all kinds of fight on Sunday.

Kirk Herbstreit defends Al Michaels amid criticisms

Amazon Prime Video NFL analyst Kirk Herbstreit believes that broadcasting partner Al Michaels is receiving criticism this fall in part because Michaels allegedly lacked enthusiasm during this past January's wild-card playoff game between the Los Angeles Chargers and Jacksonville Jaguars.

Former NFL GM rips Jets HC Robert Saleh

Former NFL general manager Randy Mueller suggested New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh should be on the hot seat even though Saleh lost starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers to a torn Achilles just four offensive plays into the regular season. 

Steelers' Cam Heyward sends warning to rest of NFL

The 7-4 Pittsburgh Steelers would be the No. 5 seed in the AFC bracket if the postseason began ahead of Week 13.  Steelers defensive lineman Cam Heyward sent somewhat of a warning to other teams regarding the playoffs coming off Pittsburgh's 16-10 win over the Cincinnati Bengals this past Sunday.

Insider shares how Patriots may handle Mac Jones, Bailey Zappe

It appears quarterbacks Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe shouldn't get too comfortable with where they are on the New England Patriots' depth chart through the remainder of what's become a lost season for the franchise. 

Jets' Robert Saleh explains massive Aaron Rodgers decision

Jets head coach Robert Saleh confirmed the club is opening Rodgers' 21-day practice window. 

Why Dolphins' Hail Mary TD return against Jets shouldn't have happened

Miami Dolphins safety Jevon Holland never would've returned a Hail Mary 99 yards for a touchdown at the end of the first half of this past Friday's 34-13 win at the New York Jets had he listened to his coaches.

Analyst shares thoughts on Jordan Love's development this season

Former NFL quarterback and current ESPN analyst Dan Orlovsky likes what he saw from Green Bay Packers starter Jordan Love as Love guided the 5-6 club to wins in three of its past four games.

Steelers' Mike Tomlin praises T.J. Watt amid Myles Garrett hype

Some already view Cleveland Browns All-Pro pass-rusher Myles Garrett as the uncrowned Defensive Player of the Year for the ongoing season, but Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin suggested during a Tuesday news conference that Pittsburgh star linebacker T.J. Watt should earn that honor for the second time in three years. 

Jets' Garrett Wilson shares blunt take on losing streak

Star wide receiver Garrett Wilson didn't hold back from criticizing how the New York Jets have played during their ongoing four-game losing streak.

Former MVP breaks down what's wrong with Patriots' Mac Jones

Joe Theismann is the latest to break down what's wrong with Mac Jones.

Tyreek Hill makes bold claim about 2023 Dolphins

Tyreek Hill was part of the Chiefs team that defeated the 49ers to win Super Bowl LIV in February 2020. 

Tom Brady expands on 'mediocrity' comment about NFL

Retired quarterback Tom Brady generated headlines and went viral when he said during a recent appearance on "The Stephen A. Smith Show" that he thinks "there's a lot of mediocrity in today's NFL." 

Jets' Aaron Rodgers gives Cowboys' Dak Prescott massive compliment

Dallas Cowboys starting quarterback Dak Prescott entered Most Valuable Player conversations for the ongoing season by guiding the club to an 8-3 record ahead of December. 

Will Jets consider coaching, management changes this offseason?

A Jets season full of hope has turned into a disaster. Will team make changes to the coaching staff and/or front office as a result?

Is Jets' Aaron Rodgers having second thoughts about playing this season?

As the Jets' playoff hopes dwindle, is Rodgers reconsidering his attempt to come back this season?

Patriots coach explains controversial JuJu Smith-Schuster moment

New England Patriots wide receivers coach Troy Brown opened up on Tuesday regarding what seemed to be a heated sideline exchange involving wideout JuJu Smith-Schuster during this past Sunday's 10-7 loss at the New York Giants that dropped New England to 2-9.

Did Pete Alonso send message to Mets with shirt choice?

Mets fans made it known throughout the final days of a lost season they want Cohen to embrace a "New York or Nowhere" mindset regarding Alonso's future, and those fans may now believe Alonso feels the same way.

Panthers owner opens up on Bryce Young, C.J. Stroud decision

Carolina Panthers owner David Tepper insists he's all-in on rookie quarterback Bryce Young after Tepper fired head coach Frank Reich on Monday and as Houston Texans first-year pro C.J. Stroud is enjoying a stellar debut season. 

Insider shares if Shohei Ohtani could return to Angels

Alden Gonzalez of ESPN suggested there's a realistic scenario where two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani returns to the Los Angeles Angels for at least one more season. 

Patriots QB Mac Jones addresses concerning locker room reports

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones neither confirmed nor denied multiple reports suggesting he's lost members of the locker room with the team at 2-9.