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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

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

ESPN's Adam Schefter makes prediction for future NFL Drafts

ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter has indicated fans should get used to annual drafts remaining festival-like events from now on.  "Not only is the NFL moving

Mets' Max Scherzer: Pitch clock could cause 'injury bug' across MLB

New York Mets co-ace Max Scherzer has become the latest noteworthy person to warn that the polarizing pitch clock could result in pitchers across MLB suffering injuries this season. 

Report: Jets-Giants could be Week 1 'Monday Night Football' game for 2023 season

There's more information about the New York Jets possibly beginning their 2023 NFL season in a prime-time game. 

Patriots' JuJu Smith-Schuster offers praise for QB Mac Jones

Add wide receiver and free-agency acquisition JuJu Smith-Schuster to the list of New England Patriots players who have offered public support for quarterback Mac Jones.

Lionel Messi could be fined for Saudi Arabia trip

There's yet another sign that the relationship between international superstar Lionel Messi and Paris Saint-Germain has, at the very least, seen better

Lions GM addresses Jared Goff contract extension talks

The Detroit Lions may not view third-round draft pick Hendon Hooker as an eventual replacement for starting quarterback Jared Goff, after all. 

NFL Network, NFL RedZone return to Comcast’s Xfinity cable system

NFL fans who use Comcast’s Xfinity cable system for their television viewing habits weren't without the league's official network for long.

Would Seahawks have drafted QB Anthony Richardson at pick No. 5?

It sounds like the Seattle Seahawks would have at least kicked the tires on drafting Florida Gators quarterback Anthony Richardson had he slid to overall pick No. 5. 

Yankees expect short IL stint for Aaron Judge

The New York Yankees managed to share some positive news with fans amid a frustrating slump, as reigning MVP Aaron Judge isn't expected to have an extended stay on the injured list.

Yankees' Aaron Judge out through at least May 7

Things went from bad to worse for the struggling New York Yankees on the first day of May. The Yankees have placed All-Star slugger Aaron Judge on the 10-day injured list retroactive to this past Friday because of a right hip strain.

NFL Network, NFL RedZone off Comcast’s Xfinity cable system

NFL fans who are Comcast Xfinity cable customers received an unpleasant surprise on the first day of May.

Columnist: Ravens were never trading QB Lamar Jackson

Well-respected sports author and columnist John Feinstein isn't buying any notion that the Baltimore Ravens even considered parting ways with quarterback Lamar Jackson this offseason.

Analyst gives Oakland Athletics an 'F------' grade for April

ESPN's David Schoenfield had absolutely nothing positive to say about the woeful Athletics while handing out grades for how teams performed in April. 

Shannon Sharpe responds to Deion Sanders' take on undrafted HBCU players

Pro Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe has responded to Colorado Buffaloes head coach Deion Sanders being "ashamed" that 31 NFL teams didn't draft players from historically Black colleges and universities this year. 

Insider rips analysts gushing over Eagles drafting Jalen Carter

NFL insider Peter King of NBC Sports has blasted fellow analysts who have praised the Philadelphia Eagles for trading up to draft Georgia Bulldogs defensive tackle Jalen Carter with pick No. 9. 

Make-A-Wish Jets fan reflects on becoming NFL Draft viral sensation

Kyle Stickles became a favorite among NFL fans when he hyped up the Kansas City crowd before he announced that the Jets selected linebacker Will McDonald IV with the 15th overall pick.

Titans QB Will Levis reacts to NFL Draft slide

New Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis has reacted to sliding out of the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Insider predicts NFC East rivals will play in inaugural Black Friday game

Amazon is streaming the inaugural Black Friday NFL game on Nov. 24 for free. The Black Friday game is expected to get underway at 3 p.m. ET.

Colts GM addresses if Anthony Richardson will play as a rookie

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard has addressed if he plans for quarterback Anthony Richardson to play during his rookie season. 

Mets reveal dates for Justin Verlander debut, Max Scherzer return

The New York Mets are about to have both of their co-aces in the rotation for the first time this season.

Texans' C.J. Stroud addresses critics after cognitive test concerns

New Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud has addressed individuals who questioned his intelligence ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Mets' Steve Cohen considered adding retractable roof to Citi Field

It turns out New York Mets owner Steve Cohen considered taking a drastic step to avoid home rainouts during MLB seasons. 

Colts QB Anthony Richardson believes he can be next Jalen Hurts

Newest Colts QB Anthony Richardson is confident that he has what it takes for a Jalen Hurts-type developmental path.

Chargers' Justin Herbert welcomes AFC competition at quarterback

Los Angeles Chargers QB Justin Herbert is excited to face off against new Jets signal-caller Aaron Rodgers.

Patriots OC Bill O'Brien addresses drama around his quarterbacks room

New England Patriots OC Bill O'Brien maintained confidence in his quarterbacks room when speaking on Friday.