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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

Why Bills' Dawson Knox could have a monster game vs. Bengals

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen sounds like a man planning to target tight end Dawson Knox early and often against the Cincinnati Bengals this Sunday.

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski: Deshaun Watson is 'a good person and a good teammate'

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski is standing by controversial quarterback Deshaun Watson early into the offseason.

NFL insider: Tom Brady 'more open' to playing in 2023 season

Perhaps Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady didn't offer a public farewell to his playing career earlier this week after all. 

Bills' Damar Hamlin faces 'lengthy recovery' despite team visits

The ongoing recovery of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is clearly still in its infancy. 

Bengals' Tee Higgins wants to connect with Bills' Damar Hamlin before playoff game

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins would like to connect with Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin before Sunday's playoff game between the clubs

Brian Daboll: Giants 'wanted' injured Sterling Shepard around through playoff run

Shepard hasn't played since he went down with a season-ending torn ACL in Week 3 back on Sept. 26. Ahead of New York's wild-card win at the Minnesota Vikings this past Sunday, he mentioned how he was serving as a mentor for numerous teammates who had zero playoff experience before the 31-24 victory notched at U.S. Bank Stadium.

GM Les Snead: Rams must 'delegate' to make life easier for Sean McVay

Los Angeles Rams general manager Les Snead sounds like somebody who understands head coach Sean McVay could burn out at any time.

Julian Love: Giants will 'test' injured shoulder of Eagles' Jalen Hurts

It sounds as though the Giants plan to find out just how healthy Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is when the teams meat in the division round on Saturday.

Why Baker Mayfield could replace Tom Brady with Buccaneers

Quarterback Baker Mayfield was linked with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last spring. History is repeating itself this winter. 

Joe Namath would let Jets un-retire No. 12 for Aaron Rodgers

New York Jets legend Joe Namath sounds ready to sacrifice his retired No. 12 if owner Woody Johnson can land Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers in a trade.

Russell Wilson reportedly contacted Broncos HC candidate about opportunity

It appears Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson is actively recruiting the coaching candidate of his choice this winter.

Ja'Marr Chase names himself NFL's top WR

Ja'Marr Chase of the Cincinnati Bengals doesn't want to hear any talk about Minnesota Vikings star Justin Jefferson being the NFL's best wide receiver.

NFL insider: Ravens could replace Lamar Jackson with Tom Brady

One NFL insider thinks an interesting AFC North team could make a move to sign Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady. 

Giants' Xavier McKinney nearly lost three fingers in ATV accident

New York Giants safety Xavier McKinney has revealed more information about the injuries he suffered in his ATV accident this past fall.

Insider links Ravens' Lamar Jackson with AFC East team

The Baltimore Ravens and Miami Dolphins continue to be associated with two of the most fascinating stories of the NFL offseason. 

Longtime teammate believes Tom Brady won't return to Buccaneers

At least one person close to Tom Brady believes the quarterback has taken his last meaningful snap with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

GM: Vikings expect Kirk Cousins to be QB for 2023 season

For better or for worse, it sounds like Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins is going nowhere this offseason. 

NFL insider: Rams could hire Frank Reich to eventually replace Sean McVay

Reich made it known that he wants to be a head coach again. Serving as a coach-in-waiting while living in Los Angeles for a year could prove to be a solid consolation prize.

Stephen A. Smith: Kobe Bryant 'scared the living s--- out of me'

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has offered the latest tale regarding the intense nature of Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant.  "Kobe scared the living s--- out of me," Smith admitted Wednesday during an appearance on "The Howard Stern Show," per the Barrett Sports Media website.

Steelers legend: Bengals' Joe Burrow will soon be 'in MVP talks'

Ben Roethlisberger may annoy passionate Pittsburgh Steelers fans with his latest take on Cincinnati Bengals star quarterback Joe Burrow.  "To sit there

NFL insider: 49ers could trade Trey Lance, start Brock Purdy or Tom Brady in 2023

Lance, San Francisco's Week 1 starter, went down with a season-ending ankle injury in September and has only thrown a total of 102 regular-season passes as a pro. Meanwhile, Purdy took over atop the depth chart after Jimmy Garoppolo suffered a broken foot back on Dec. 4 and has been a revelation.

Bills' Josh Allen suggests Tom Brady gave hint about retirement decision

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is among those who noticed that Tom Brady of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers seemed to offer some sort of farewell on Monday night.

Damar Hamlin visiting Bills facility 'almost daily'

It is unknown as of Wednesday if Hamlin intends on making an in-person appearance at Highmark Stadium Sunday, but he's been around the team and providing inspiration as Buffalo navigates the postseason.

Rob Gronkowski blasts Packers' Aaron Rodgers for mentioning MVP over Super Bowl

Retired tight end Rob Gronkowski didn't love all that he heard from Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Tuesday. 

Insider links Ravens' Lamar Jackson with two NFC South teams

Jason La Canfora of The Washington Post believes a pair of NFC clubs could pursue Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson this winter.