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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

Patriots' Devin McCourty praises Mac Jones amid rumors

Veteran safety Devin McCourty has insisted the New England Patriots are in good hands with Mac Jones serving as their starting quarterback. 

Rangers ace Jacob deGrom thought he could stay with Mets

Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom has opened up about leaving the New York Mets in free agency this past fall. 

Chelsea HC Graham Potter reveals he and his family have received death threats

Potter revealed on Friday that he and his family have received death threats related to Chelsea's disappointing season. Chelsea enter the weekend 10th in the Premier League table.

Insider doubts Stephen A. Smith's report on Ravens' Lamar Jackson

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio isn't buying what the camp for Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson recently tried to sell to ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith. 

Penguins GM Ron Hextall: Fan anger won't 'affect anything I do'

During Pittsburgh's 7-2 home blowout loss to the Oilers on Thursday night, enraged Penguins fans chanted "Fire Hextall" on multiple occasions, particularly after the game got well out of hand.

Boomer Esiason blasts Giants' Daniel Jones for reported contract demands

Former New York Jets quarterback and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason is stunned and irritated by Daniel Jones' alleged inflated salary demand.

Opposing coaches analyze what went wrong with Broncos' Russell Wilson

An ESPN reporter spoke with "multiple opposing defensive coaches and quarterbacks coaches," one of whom seemed baffled that Wilson "just put the ball where he shouldn't too often" throughout last season.

Mets' Max Scherzer not worried about new pitch clock

New York Mets ace Max Scherzer is one starting pitcher who isn't too bothered about the new pitch clock.

Stephen A. Smith refutes Lamar Jackson demanded fully guaranteed contract

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has shared a fascinating update regarding the future of Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson. 

NFL insider confirms massive contract ask from Giants' Daniel Jones

Quarterback Daniel Jones may not be all that interested in giving the New York Giants any type of discount this offseason.  As shared by Jaclyn Hendricks

Twins' Joey Gallo sounds happy to be out of New York market

Minnesota Twins outfielder Joey Gallo has opened up about his well-documented issues during his New York Yankees tenure. 

Former Patriots WR not surprised by Super Bowl LVII field conditions

In the end, both the Chiefs and Eagles had to deal with treacherous field conditions equally that fateful Sunday night. Nevertheless, Philadelphia fans may be left wondering what could have been had the Eagles' top defensive stars not been playing on such a slippery surface with the Vince Lombardi Trophy on the line. 

Mets star 1B not worried about signing extension

It sounds like New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso won't sign a long-term extension imminently.  In a piece on Alonso's future, MLB insider Jon Heyman of

Ian Eagle makes bold prediction about Tom Brady as broadcaster

Brady will head from the gridiron to the broadcast booth in 2024. How do veteran announcers feel about that? Ian Eagle gave his insights.

Bruce Arians: 2022 Buccaneers didn't have 'the real Tom Brady'

Tampa Bay Buccaneers senior adviser Bruce Arians has offered a brutal evaluation of the play and/or leadership of quarterback Tom Brady this past season. 

Insider offers financial updates on Giants' Daniel Jones, Saquon Barkley

There's yet another sign the New York Giants are relatively close to holding onto quarterback Daniel Jones and running back Saquon Barkley for at least the 2023 NFL season. 

Cardinals owner explains why they didn't trade with Saints for Sean Payton

Arizona Cardinals owner Michael Bidwill has revealed why he didn't trade with the New Orleans Saints to acquire the rights to head coach Sean Payton.

Yankees' Luis Severino doesn’t hate Astros despite cheating scandal

Plenty of New York Yankees fans hate the Houston Astros over the Astros' sign-stealing scandal. New York starting pitcher Luis Severino feels differently about the rival club.

NFL insider explains why LeSean McCoy criticized Eric Bieniemy

There's more information about why former Kansas City Chiefs running back LeSean McCoy seemingly criticized new Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy. 

Report: Angels' Shohei Ohtani could get $600 million in free agency

The possible future price tag for Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani continues to rise before a meaningful game is played this year.

San Francisco 49ers linked with Andy Dalton amid latest Tom Brady rumor

The San Francisco 49ers likely need to acquire a veteran quarterback early this offseason. The Athletic's Matt Barrows and David Lombardi have someone in mind.

Charles Barkley talks possible CNN show amid NBA uncertainty

"NBA on TNT" star Charles Barkley has touched upon a rumored gig with CNN amid uncertainty surrounding the future broadcast rights for the NBA.

Baker Mayfield named as possible Lamar Jackson replacement for Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens may have a familiar name in mind to replace Lamar Jackson if they're seriously considering moving on from their starting quarterback this offseason.  In a piece regarding Jackson's future, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler and Jamison Hensley named pending free agent Baker Mayfield as a potential option for Baltimore.

Insider revives rumor about Tom Brady, 49ers

Perhaps Tom Brady hasn't thrown his final pass in a meaningful NFL game, after all.  Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio speculated on Thursday that the San Francisco 49ers could kick the tires on trying to convince Brady to end his latest "for good" retirement.