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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

Buccaneers' Kyle Trask wants to play 'taller' amid QB competition with Baker Mayfield

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Kyle Trask remains an unproven commodity but understands he has one edge over veteran Baker Mayfield amid the competition to replace Tom Brady atop the depth chart. 

Yankees reportedly looked into trade for Angels' Shohei Ohtani

The New York Yankees didn't want to wait until free agency to pursue Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani.

Boomer Esiason shares when Aaron Rodgers started considering joining Jets

Esiason was all over the Rodgers-to-the-Jets story throughout the offseason, and he seems to be more plugged-in than most on the relationship between the QB and the franchise.

Giants' Saquon Barkley addresses why he didn't sit games out

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley acknowledged Thursday he considered skipping training camp and even regular-season games after he failed to secure a long-term contract. 

Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles shoots down Tom Brady talk

It sounds like quarterback Tom Brady won't make a second comeback with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before or after his 46th birthday that he'll celebrate on the first Thursday of August. 

Stefon Diggs blasts reports about frustrations with Bills offense

The Buffalo Bills and wide receiver Stefon Diggs seemingly are on the same page this summer, but that can't necessarily be said about Diggs and certain media members. 

Rams QB Matthew Stafford contradicts COO about contract

Controversy may be brewing between the Los Angeles Rams and quarterback Matthew Stafford ahead of the upcoming campaign in regard to what may or may not have happened this offseason.

Reasons for Angels' Shohei Ohtani decision revealed

There's more information about why Los Angeles Angels owner Arte Moreno decided to hold onto two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani through this coming Tuesday's trade deadline. There's plenty to unpack. 

Bengals' Joe Burrow talks contract extension after recent deals

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow seems in no rush to sign what likely will be a historic contract extension after other signal-callers inked mega-deals this offseason. 

Jalen Hurts addresses notion of changing playing style after contract extension

Those who assumed Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts may play more cautiously now that he got paid should think again. 

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa addresses possible contract extension

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa sounds unbothered about contracts signed by other signal-callers this offseason. 

Yankees' Aaron Boone pours cold water on Aaron Judge return report

Aaron Boone insisted Wednesday there's still no official timetable for when slugger Aaron Judge will return to the lineup. 

Patriots' Mac Jones discusses relationship with Bill Belichick

Whatever did or didn't happen between Mac Jones and Bill Belichick seemingly is in the past.

Aaron Rodgers sounds committed to Jets beyond 2023 season

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers reworked the massive contract extension he originally signed with the Green Bay Packers in March 2022, presumably so he can serve as the New York Jets' starter for at least two seasons.

Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo addresses foot injury

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo always assumed he'd be ready for training camp despite concerns related to his surgically repaired foot.

Bills' Stefon Diggs attempts to end potential controversy

Wide receiver Stefon Diggs wants everyone to know he and the Buffalo Bills are just fine heading into the preseason. 

Dan Patrick blasts Deshaun Watson for comments on media

Dan Patrick added his name to the list of local and national media personalities who have criticized Cleveland Browns star quarterback Deshaun Watson for comments he recently made.

Commanders QB Sam Howell responds to doubters amid competition

Young Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell shared a message for doubters amid his battle with teammate Jacoby Brissett for the starting job. 

49ers' Kyle Shanahan had Philip Rivers hope for Super Bowl LVII

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan had a name in mind regarding Super Bowl LVII after quarterback Brock Purdy suffered his elbow injury during the NFC Championship Game.

Yankees' Carlos Rodon working to 'suck less' after controversy

New York Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodon knows he must turn things around to get back on the good side of a fan base that may let him hear it on Wednesday night.  

Bills HC Sean McDermott shares positive Stefon Diggs update

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott is sticking with the company stance regarding Stefon Diggs, who may or may not be a disgruntled star wide receiver during the early days of training camp. 

Giants GM refutes Saquon Barkley trade, training camp reports

The executive made it known Wednesday he merely wanted to do whatever possible to get New York's versatile offensive weapon into camp on time, which the team accomplished.

Giants icon Tiki Barber reacts to Saquon Barkley news

Tiki Barber understands why Saquon Barkley returned to the team ahead of its first training-camp practice of the summer. 

Patriots captain praises 'resilient' Mac Jones amid uncertainty

Longtime Patriots special teams captain Matthew Slater praised Mac Jones on Tuesday for the quarterback's handling of what became a difficult year.

49ers stars react to update on QB Brock Purdy

49ers linebacker Fred Warner and star running back Christian McCaffrey reacted Tuesday to the news that quarterback Brock Purdy is cleared to participate in practice coming off elbow surgery.