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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

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. 

49ers' Kyle Shanahan: Jimmy Garoppolo could return late in playoffs

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan offered a promising update on quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo ahead of the weekend, telling reporters Friday that Garoppolo could be available "late in the playoffs."

Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund reportedly could bid on WWE

The Public Investment Fund (PIF) finances the LIV Golf professional golf tour and is a majority owner of English Premier League club Newcastle United. WWE has held top-tier events such as "Crown Jewel" in Saudi Arabia since 2018.

QB Mike White campaigns for Jets return, chance to start

Quarterback Mike White is set to hit free agency in March but made it known Friday he wants to remain with the New York Jets. However, he is also advocating to remain the starter in New York.

Cardinals' Kliff Kingsbury sounds uncertain about his job status

Kingsbury will begin the weekend with an overall record of 28-36-1 across his four regular seasons in charge of the Cardinals. He's 0-1 as a postseason coach. 

Lions' DeShon Elliott blasts Packers' Aaron Rodgers over perceived disrespect

Detroit Lions safety DeShon Elliott isn't worried about giving Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers bulletin-board material ahead of the Sunday night matchup between the division rivals. 

Sean McVay insists he's committed to Rams amid reports of TV interest

McVay has made no secret his interest in eventually working as a broadcaster, but it sounds like he is uninterested in moving from the sidelines to booth in the near future.

Jets' Robert Saleh seemingly contradicts himself with handling of Zach Wilson

Saleh said Wilson needs some time away, but he'll be the backup quarterback in New York's season finale. Given the age and struggles of veteran Joe Flacco, the 2021 No. 2 overall pick just may see the field once last time this season.

Browns' Myles Garrett responds to explosive Jadeveon Clowney comments

Clowney doesn't appear interested in remaining in Cleveland next season, and it sure sounds like Garrett won't be sad to see his fellow defensive end go.

Former NFL executive: Buccaneers 'not likely' to move on from HC Todd Bowles

Former NFL executive and current league insider Joe Banner believes Todd Bowles will remain head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Mets reportedly 'considering walking away' from Carlos Correa deal

While the Mets and Correa's camp reportedly are trying to "work through the issues," there appear to be legitimate reasons to believe he won't be playing third base next to Francisco Lindor when Opening Day arrives.

Bengals unhappy about NFL playoff scenarios after cancellation of Bills game

Bengals executive vice president Katie Blackburn, running back Joe Mixon and head coach Zac Taylor all voiced their frustration with the proposed scenarios and how they'd affect Cincy's postseason.

Vince McMahon officially returns to WWE board of directors

McMahon said: "WWE has an exceptional management team in place, and I do not intend for my return to have any impact on their roles, duties, or responsibilities."

Why Giants' Kenny Golladay needs 76 receptions vs. Eagles on Sunday

On Thursday, the Barstool Sports Twitter account mentioned that Golladay needs to tally at least 76 catches during this Sunday's regular-season finale at the 13-3 Philadelphia Eagles to trigger a $750,000 bonus attached to his contract.