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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

Ohio State coach shares what Patriots are getting in RB TreVeyon Henderson

Did the Patriots get a steal in the second round?

Insiders explain why Browns drafted Dillon Gabriel before Shedeur Sanders

The Browns surprised some people when they selected Gabriel while Sanders was still available.

How 'vibes' are once again propelling Mets amid hot start to season

The Mets are the hottest team in all of MLB.

Reporter addresses if Giants ruined Rams' Jaxson Dart plans

In the weeks and days leading up to April 24, multiple analysts mentioned that the Los Angeles Rams could select Dart with the 26th overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft because the Rams could part ways with veteran Matthew Stafford as soon as next offseason.

Insiders share Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen theory about Giants' Jaxson Dart decision

The Jaxson Dart move could help head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen extend their tenures for at least one additional season. 

Analysts differ on Browns passing on Travis Hunter, trading down to draft Mason Graham

Did the Cleveland Browns make the right move by trading down in the 2025 NFL Draft?

Analyst says Shedeur Sanders' predraft process is 'a lesson' to future QBs

Shedeur Sanders and his camp should blame themselves for a draft slide that possibly could have been avoided. 

Giants name starting QB after trading up for Jaxson Dart in NFL Draft

Giants head coach Brian Daboll suggested Jaxson Dart will have to work his way up the QB depth chart.

Analyst defended Shedeur Sanders against 'trash' narratives before NFL Draft slide

Fox Sports analyst and Colorado alum Joel Klatt addressed the predraft takedowns of Shedeur Sanders.

Did Aaron Rodgers impact Steelers not selecting QB in first round of 2025 NFL Draft?

This question lingers over the Steelers following their first-round pick on Thursday.

Giants' Jaxson Dart addresses following in footsteps of Eli Manning

Back in early January, Dart sounded eager to follow in the footsteps of Manning as an Ole Miss quarterback tasked with helping the New York Giants contend for Super Bowl championships. The Giants made such dreams a reality when they traded back into the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft to grab Dart with overall pick No. 25

Shedeur Sanders reacts to sliding out of first round of NFL Draft

For better or for worse, Sanders was unapologetically himself throughout the 2025 predraft process from before the NFL Scouting Combine up through the start of the draft. That trend continued after Sanders slid out of the draft's first round on Thursday night. 

Did Deshaun Watson contract create issues in Browns locker room?

Did Watson's contract cause discontent in the Browns locker room?

High-level NFL executive seems to send strong response to Shedeur Sanders predraft takedowns

Multiple stories featured NFL coaches and executives ripping his athleticism and character.

Giants reporter hits back at 'overstated' NFL Draft trade idea

Leading up to the start of the draft on Thursday night, numerous reporters and analysts suggested that at least one QB-needy team should trade a second-round pick and other assets to get back into the first round.

Browns' Joe Flacco speaks openly about mentoring Kenny Pickett, rookie QB

The best thing Flacco can do during his second stint with the Browns is help the coaching staff get the best out of his younger teammates from springtime workouts through January.  

Big-name QB reportedly 'piqued' Jets' interest ahead of NFL Draft

In March, the Jets signed Justin Fields to a two-year, $40M deal that the club can escape as early as next offseason.

Shedeur Sanders, Colorado reporter respond to predraft takedowns of QB

Sanders has been hit by an avalanche of negativity and doubt heading into the draft.

Denzel Ward reacts to Myles Garrett trade saga, return to Browns

Garrett committed his future to Cleveland in March by signing a massive four-year, $160M contract extension that included $123.5M guaranteed.

Insiders share if Steelers could trade George Pickens during NFL Draft

Pickens has found his name surfacing in trade rumors. Could he actually be on the move?

Merril Hoge shares bleak outlook for what Shedeur Sanders will be as NFL QB

Hoge became the latest person to express doubt about Sanders' prospects as a NFL quarterback.

Mets' Juan Soto preaching team-first mentality despite cold start to season

Soto isn't yet playing up to the value of his massive deal, but the Mets nevertheless began Thursday with a league-best 18-7 record.

Falcons GM addresses Kirk Cousins trade rumors

Cousins continues to be the subject of trade rumors.