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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

How NFL schedule makers are handling Jets' pursuit of Packers' Aaron Rodgers

NFL schedule makers clearly aren't worried that the New York Jets may miss out on landing Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. 

Another red flag emerging about Jalen Carter ahead of draft?

Perhaps no top prospect has been dissected more than the Georgia defensive lineman ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Ryan Reynolds fulfills dying wish for Wrexham fan

It turns out Hollywood superstar Ryan Reynolds gave one Wrexham supporter a gift that was about much more than earning promotion to the English Football League. 

Tottenham fire Cristian Stellini after 'wholly unacceptable' blowout loss

Assistant and former player Ryan Mason is taking over as Tottenham's new temporary head coach.

David Bakhtiari: Packers 'moving on' from Aaron Rodgers to Jordan Love

Green Bay Packers offensive tackle David Bakhtiari has either intentionally or unintentionally assured New York Jets fans they'll eventually have Aaron Rodgers under center.

Peter King links C.J. Stroud with Titans ahead of NFL Draft

NBC Sports' Peter King has become the latest insider to link the Tennessee Titans with Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback C.J. Stroud ahead of the NFL Draft.

Watch: David Cone experiment offers defense for Mets' Max Scherzer

Former MLB pitcher David Cone seemed to verify claims made by New York Mets co-ace Max Scherzer regarding Scherzer's 10-game suspension related to the use of foreign substances. 

Concussion expert: Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa 'completely misled' about CTE

At least one concussion expert believes Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa received poor advice regarding his long-term health. 

Raiders GM discusses possibility of drafting QB

Las Vegas Raiders general manager Dave Ziegler isn't ruling out spending the No. 7 pick of the 2023 NFL Draft on a quarterback even though the team signed Jimmy Garoppolo earlier this offseason. 

49ers insider: Trade of former first-round QB not 'happening imminently'

49ers GM John Lynch has taken calls regarding Trey Lance's availability this offseason.

MLB Network insider blasts suspension of Mets' Max Scherzer

Baseball insider Jon Heyman of MLB Network and the New York Post has blasted the league over the 10-game suspension of New York Mets ace Max Scherzer.

Steelers insider makes bold prediction for Ravens QB Lamar Jackson

Yet another NFL insider has suggested Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson could sit games out during the upcoming season.

Another insider links C.J. Stroud with Titans ahead of NFL Draft

Yet another NFL insider has linked the Tennessee Titans with Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback C.J. Stroud ahead of the opening night of the NFL Draft next Thursday. 

Former Jets QB makes bold Aaron Rodgers trade prediction

Former New York Jets quarterback and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason is as confident as ever Gang Green will soon land Green Bay Packers star Aaron Rodgers.

Insiders address Texans not drafting QB with pick No. 2

ESPN NFL insiders Matt Miller and Jordan Reid believe the Houston Texans legitimately could pass on a quarterback with the second overall pick of this year's draft. 

Commanders confident in Sam Howell amid Lamar Jackson, draft speculation

The Washington Commanders sound ready to rock with 2022 fifth-round draft pick Sam Howell as their starting quarterback past the upcoming NFL Draft. 

Yankees' Gerrit Cole, Aaron Judge jealous of Angels' Shohei Ohtani?

It sounds like New York Yankees ace Gerrit Cole and slugger Aaron Judge are jealous of superstar Shohei Ohtani for reasons unrelated to what Ohtani could earn in free agency. 

Yankees' Aaron Boone responds to saga involving Mets' Max Scherzer

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone has responded to New York Mets co-ace Max Scherzer being punished for violating MLB rules related to the use of foreign substances. 

Angels refute Shohei Ohtani trade report

The Los Angeles Angels are doing all they can to insist two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani won't go anywhere before the fall months, if at all.

CBS' Tony Romo again responds to criticisms of NFL broadcasts

CBS lead NFL analyst Tony Romo is still offering no apologies after he was routinely criticized for his work during the 2022 season.

Eagles have no plans to change the way Jalen Hurts plays

The Philadelphia Eagles do not plan to coddle QB Jalen Hurts even after signing him to a mega-money deal.

Insider: 'Everyone in baseball knows' Max Scherzer will be suspended

New York Mets fans hoping for good news regarding co-ace Max Scherzer should probably stop holding their breaths.

Divisive defender may not get past Lions in NFL Draft

It appears Georgia Bulldogs star defensive tackle Jalen Carter has at least one noteworthy fan among NFL executives ahead of the upcoming draft. 

Stephen A. Smith blasts NFL, Dolphins over handling of Tua Tagovailoa

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith has become the latest media personality to blast the NFL and the Miami Dolphins over their handling of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa this past season. 

GM hints Giants star may not be on team in 2023

It sounds like the relationship between the New York Giants and star running back Saquon Barkley has seen better days.