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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

Mets' Justin Verlander reacts to promising rehab start

New York Mets co-ace Justin Verlander sounds optimistic Friday will be the only appearance with the Double-A Binghamton Rumble Ponies he needs before he pitches in an MLB game. 

Reporter suggests Giants could draft Saquon Barkley replacement

The New York Giants didn't select a running back during the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft but still could find a Saquon Barkley replacement before Saturday night. 

Insider 'would bet against' Jets making playoffs with Aaron Rodgers

At least one NFL insider remains unconvinced the New York Jets immediately became a playoff team upon officially landing quarterback Aaron Rodgers from the Green Bay Packers.

Gareth Bale responds to Wrexham offer

Bale announced his long-rumored retirement this past winter shortly after he featured for Wales in the 2022 FIFA World Cup held in Qatar.

Reporter refutes story about why Will Levis slid in NFL Draft

The 2023 NFL Draft slide involving Kentucky Wildcats quarterback Will Levis continues to leave some scratching their heads. 

Why Aaron Rodgers could spend at least two seasons with Jets

There's yet another sign that the New York Jets may have Aaron Rodgers as their starting quarterback for more than a single season.  

Colts GM blasts negative predraft stories about NFL prospects

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard has sounded off regarding negative stories released about prospects ahead of each NFL Draft. 

Aaron Rodgers explains what led him to Jets

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers has revealed more information about what caused him to accept a move from the Green Bay Packers to the New York Jets this spring. 

Georgia coaching staff reportedly 'not Jalen Carter fans'

There's more information about why Georgia Bulldogs defensive tackle Jalen Carter may have dropped to pick No. 9 and, ultimately, to the Philadelphia Eagles in the 2023 NFL Draft. 

New York Mets ace scheduled for Double-A rehab start on Friday

New York Mets ace Justin Verlander will take what's expected to be his only minor league rehab start on Friday.

Ohio State's Ryan Day addresses C.J. Stroud cognitive test concerns

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day has responded to former Buckeye quarterback C.J. Stroud allegedly posting a poor score in the S2 Cognition Test. 

AFC East reporter dismisses rumors linking Patriots with Kentucky QB Will Levis

A reporter covering the AFC East beat dismissed reports that some in the New England front office are infatuated with the possibility of Kentucky QB Will Levis falling to the 14th pick of the NFL Draft.

Ravens, Lamar Jackson agree to record five-year extension

Jackson will become the highest-paid player in the NFL after reportedly agreeing to a five-year, $260M deal to remain Baltimore's starting quarterback.

Insider discusses if 49ers will trade Trey Lance during NFL Draft

San Francisco 49ers insider Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area doesn't expect the club to trade quarterback Trey Lance at any point during the NFL Draft. 

MLB insider calls Mets fans 'the worst'

ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan has made it known he would like New York Mets fans to relax ahead of the upcoming weekend and the start of May. 

Report reveals how Patriots players feel about Mac Jones

It appears New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones still has plenty of fans among his peers.

When did Commanders view QB Sam Howell as potential starter?

Despite a lack of meaningful in-game reps, Commanders head coach Ron Rivera insists he is "very comfortable" with Howell as his QB1 and journeyman Jacoby Brissett as the backup.

Former GM addresses if Angels could trade Shohei Ohtani

Former MLB general manager Jim Bowden has addressed if he believes the Los Angeles Angels could trade two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani before Ohtani reaches free agency after the season. 

Former NFL executive: Ravens should prepare for life without Lamar Jackson

Former NFL executive and current ESPN analyst Mike Tannenbaum has suggested the Baltimore Ravens should prepare to not have Lamar Jackson as their starting quarterback. 

Jets' Aaron Rodgers addresses playing future amid uncertainty

It sure sounds like New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers isn't thinking about retiring after spending just a single season with his new club.

Cam Newton backs Bryce Young amid size concerns

Former Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton has no worries about the club drafting Alabama Crimson Tide signal-caller Bryce Young first overall on Thursday night.

Patriots' Jonathan Jones addresses Lamar Jackson, Mac Jones rumors

Patriots cornerback Jonathan Jones has addressed rumors mentioning Ravens star Lamar Jackson as a possible replacement for starting quarterback Mac Jones.

Joe Namath responds to Jets' Aaron Rodgers not wearing No. 12

Hall of Famer Joe Namath has responded to the explanation that new Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers gave for not wearing Namath's No. 12 with Gang Green. 

49ers reportedly 'kicked the tires' on trading for Ravens' Lamar Jackson

The San Francisco 49ers may add a big-name quarterback to their roster at some point this spring or summer, after all. 

Dolphins' Bradley Chubb 'excited' to play Aaron Rodgers twice a season

New York Jets fans aren't the only members of the NFL community hyped that quarterback Aaron Rodgers has finally made his move from the Green Bay Packers to the Big Apple.