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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

Report suggests Michigan's Jim Harbaugh could pick Colts over Broncos

It appears Jim Harbaugh may not "expect" to be the head coach of the Michigan Wolverines next season, after all. 

Rob Gronkowski reveals why he didn't return during 2022 NFL season

Tight end Rob Gronkowski has explained why he didn't return to chase a fifth career Super Bowl ring ahead of the upcoming playoffs.

Lions GM backs Jared Goff as starting quarterback

Lions general manager Brad Holmes has backed Goff as the club's starting quarterback heading into the offseason. 

Analyst reveals why he believes in 49ers' Brock Purdy ahead of playoffs

Add former player and current NFL analyst Brian Baldinger to the list of people not worried about San Francisco 49ers rookie quarterback Brock Purdy ahead of the playoffs. 

Rob Gronkowski reveals hope for Buccaneers' Tom Brady after divorce

Retired tight end Rob Gronkowski didn't return to help Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady during the playoffs but nevertheless wants only good things for his "best friend." 

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes joins ownership group for NWSL's Kansas City Current

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes is once again expanding his sports portfolio. He now joins Eli Manning, James Harden and Kevin Durant among the big-name sports figures who currently own pieces of NWSL clubs.

Mike Tirico explains Lions' viral 'Sunday Night Football' player introductions

NBC's Mike Tirico has offered information on the Detroit Lions' player introductions that went viral during the Week 18 "Sunday Night Football" game at the Green Bay Packers. 

Bernie Kosar addresses getting pulled from Browns radio show after bet

Retired quarterback Bernie Kosar has addressed being removed from the Cleveland Browns' pregame radio show ahead of their season finale at the Pittsburgh Steelers over a legal wager. 

Aaron Rodgers reportedly meeting with Packers this week about future

Green Bay Packers fans may not have to wait long to learn what Aaron Rodgers plans to do regarding the 2023 NFL season.

Mike Francesa blasts Giants' Jihad Ward over double-bird salute

Sports radio legend Mike Francesa wasn't impressed upon seeing New York Giants linebacker Jihad Ward offer a double-bird salute from the sidelines during Sunday's loss at the Philadelphia Eagles.

Penguins travel to Montreal to attend funeral for Kris Letang's father

Head coach Mike Sullivan along with veterans on the Pittsburgh roster were among those who "spearheaded" the decision to travel to Montreal ahead of Tuesday's home game against the Vancouver Canucks.

Cowboys' Jerry Jones addresses Mike McCarthy's future before playoffs

Dallas Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones has insisted Mike McCarthy won't be coaching for his job in next Monday's wild-card playoff game at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Tom Brady hints he decided to retire one day after Buccaneers' 2021 season ended

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady may have revealed exactly when he decided to temporarily retire from playing last winter.

Sean McVay doesn't commit to returning to Rams for 2023 season

Head coach Sean McVay hasn't guaranteed he will return to the Los Angeles Rams for the 2023 season following a disappointing campaign.

Titans part ways with OC Todd Downing, other assistants after missing playoffs

The Tennessee Titans were eliminated from the playoffs via Saturday's 20-16 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars and completed some house cleaning on Monday.

WR Brandin Cooks wants no part of Texans 'rebuild'

Cooks was speaking less than 24 hours after it was learned that the Texans were moving on from head coach Lovie Smith after just one campaign. Last January, Houston made David Culley a one-season-and-done coach.

Rob Gronkowski featured in FanDuel 'Kick of Destiny' Super Bowl promotion

Retired tight end Rob Gronkowski is making his latest football return: Sort of. And this time the fans will have some personal stake in his success. 

Giants HC Brian Daboll brushes off playoff experience questions

Nine of New York's 10 captains have never participated in an NFL playoff game. Quarterback Daniel Jones and running back Saquon Barkley, the club's top two offensive play-makers, are among them.

Bills' Damar Hamlin released from Cincinnati hospital, will continue recovery in Buffalo

There continues to be encouraging news regarding the status of Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin. 

Why Yankees' Aaron Judge may hear complaints about food in 2023

Former Cy Young Award winner Ron Guidry talked about serving as Yankees captain from 1986 to 1989. In the process, he imparted some wisdom on the team's newest captain.

49ers' George Kittle campaigns for Brock Purdy to win Rookie of the Year honors

San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle believes quarterback Brock Purdy should be in the conversation regarding the season's Offensive Rookie of the Year award. 

Patriots' Bill Belichick doesn't commit to Mac Jones as 2023 starting QB

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick isn't going anywhere. The same may not be true for quarterback Mac Jones.  

Packers' Quay Walker apologizes for shove that earned ejection

Green Bay Packers linebacker Quay Walker has apologized after he was ejected from Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Detroit Lions for shoving a member of the Lions' medical staff.

Rams' Baker Mayfield: 'I know I'm a starting quarterback'

Quarterback Baker Mayfield expressed confidence in his abilities shortly after the final game of what ultimately may become a brief stay with the Los Angeles Rams. 

Bills' Damar Hamlin predicted Nyheim Hines kickoff returns for touchdowns

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin knew Nyheim Hines would eventually return at least one kickoff for a touchdown after the Indianapolis Colts traded Hines to Buffalo in November.