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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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Did Breece Hall want to leave the Jets after Sauce Gardner, Quinnen Williams trades?

While the New York Jets acquired future draft assets for star cornerback Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner and stud defensive tackle Quinnen Williams ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline, the Jets curiously held onto out-of-contract running back Breece Hall.

Cowboys' Quinnen Williams addresses relationship with Jets after report

Quinnen Williams confirmed he was happy to have received a fresh start. 

David Njoku reacts to remaining with 2-6 Browns through trade deadline

Tight end David Njoku was one of several Cleveland Browns players who were linked with other teams but ultimately remained with the Browns through the trade deadline.

Aaron Glenn sends passionate message to Jets fans after Sauce Gardner, Quinnen Williams trades

First-year Jets head coach Aaron Glenn sent a message to supporters who might be upset that the 1-7 team parted ways with two fan favorites during what seems to be a franchise reset. 

Would Kyle Dubas ask Sidney Crosby to waive no-movement clause if Penguins collapse?

Pittsburgh's third-period collapse in what became a 4-3 loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs this past Monday night sparked fears among Penguins fans that the rebuilding club could soon meet the expectations many had for it.

How 49ers got Mac Jones ready to start long before Brock Purdy was sidelined

The San Francisco 49ers' signing of quarterback Mac Jones to a two-year contract in March could go down as one of the offseason's most important moves.

Why Giants didn't become big buyers or sellers ahead of trade deadline

The Giants managed to disappoint fans who wanted the club to either buy or sell ahead of Tuesday's trade deadline when the Giants did neither.

Will current Cardinals regime be permitted to move on from Kyler Murray after 2025 season?

The first overall pick of the 2019 NFL Draft has zero career postseason wins on his resume.

Why Trey Hendrickson remained with Bengals through trade deadline

The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr. revealed that the Bengals "weren’t going to wave the white flag on this season" even though the team didn't make a big-name acquisition. 

Dolphins ripped for not going all-in on fire sale ahead of trade deadline

ESPN's Dan Graziano elaborated on why the 2-7 Dolphins did not adopt a franchise reset like the Jets did.

Why Colts went all-in on landing Sauce Gardner from Jets ahead of trade deadline

The Colts sent two first-round draft picks and out-of-favor wide receiver Adonai "AD" Mitchell to New York.

Did Eagles try to land Browns' Myles Garrett before trade deadline?

The Eagles were first mentioned as a potential landing spot for Garrett shortly after he requested a trade this past February.

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer, Dak Prescott react to Quinnen Williams, Logan Wilson trades 

Despite a disappointing 3-5-1 record, the Cowboys were aggressive at the trade deadline.

Jets GM addresses 'teardown' takes after Sauce Gardner, Quinnen Williams trades

The perception exists that the Jets punted on the remainder of the ongoing campaign ahead of Thanksgiving, with 2027 and beyond in mind.

Why Jets made trading Quinnen Williams to Cowboys part of roster rebuild

The 1-7 Jets basically punted on the remainder of the 2025 season by trading away two key players on Tuesday.

Were Jets thinking about trading Sauce Gardner when they signed him to extension?

Were the Jets planning for the possibility of trading Gardner when they inked him to his extension?

Why Sam Darnold may succeed with Seahawks unlike ever before

The stellar play of Seattle's offensive line has Sam  Darnold feeling quite comfortable whenever he drops back to pass. 

Do advanced stats show Colts' Daniel Jones is coming back down to earth after hot start?

Jones guided the Colts to seven wins in his first eight games this season. 

NFL executives react to Rams' Matthew Stafford becoming MVP candidate at age 37

The Athletic's Jeff Howe spoke with multiple team executives about Matthew Stafford still playing at a top-tier level at the age of 37.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott gives ankle injury update after loss to Cardinals

Prescott sparked concerns among Cowboys fans when the "Monday Night Football" broadcast showed him limping into the locker room at halftime of the game.

Falcons' Raheem Morris clarifies simulated snap comments

Shortly after the Atlanta Falcons fell to 3-5 on the season via a frustrating 24-23 loss at the New England Patriots this past Sunday, Falcons head coach Raheem Morris accused Patriots players of "clapping" to simulate Atlanta's snap count.

Jon Runyan Jr. reveals when Giants got 'energy sucked out of' them amid latest lost season

What once seemed to be a promising season for the Giants is quickly turning into another campaign to forget.

Dolphins' Mike McDaniel addresses Tua Tagovailoa benching report, departure of Chris Grier

History shows that a desperate head coach sometimes makes a major change in an attempt to hold onto his job. 

Marvin Harrison Jr. addresses father's controversial comments after Cardinals' win over Cowboys

A Monday morning story revealed that Hall of Fame wide receiver Marvin Harrison Sr. felt it had been "very hard" to watch the Arizona Cardinals' offense that features his son.