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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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Giants' Saquon Barkley addresses possibly skipping games

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley discussed his current mindset amid his contract dispute with the team.

Yankees' Aaron Boone dials back Aaron Judge optimism

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone expressed optimism Tuesday that slugger Aaron Judge could potentially return to the lineup as soon as next week. He quickly toned down that optimism, however.

Insider clarifies if Giants' Saquon Barkley could sit games out

NFL insiders continue to reject the idea that New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley will sit regular-season games out to protest not receiving an improved contract. 

Yankees' Tommy Kahnle addresses epic bat flip from Angels' Shohei Ohtani

New York Yankees relief pitcher Tommy Kahnle sounds unbothered by the actions of Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani on Monday night.

Buccaneers OC talks trusting QBs amid competition

Buccaneers offensive coordinator Dave Canales is still building trust with quarterbacks Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask amid a competition that could run through training camp. 

Yankees' Aaron Boone shares hopeful Aaron Judge update

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge continues to inch toward his eventual return to the lineup.  According to SNY, Yankees manager Aaron Boone said during Tuesday's edition of the "Talkin' Yanks" podcast that Judge is "getting close" to once again facing big-league opposition.

Did Stefon Diggs drama keep Bills from signing DeAndre Hopkins?

The Buffalo Bills may have had a unique reason for not landing former Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins this summer.

Giants legend names 'one choice' Saquon Barkley has amid dispute

Retired running back and New York Giants legend Tiki Barber has chimed in on the Saquon Barkley situation.

Jets reportedly denying certain access for 'Hard Knocks'

"Hard Knocks" will not be the same. Adam Schefter reported the New York Jets will keep some things private as cameras will follow the club around this summer.

NFL insider blasts DeAndre Hopkins for choosing Titans over Patriots

A former NFL executive and current ESPN personality believes wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins made the wrong decision by joining the Tennessee Titans. 

Rex Ryan responds to Jets not wanting 'Hard Knocks'

Rex Ryan sounds convinced the New York Jets and quarterback Aaron Rodgers should embrace being this summer's team for the HBO "Hard Knocks" program. 

Matthew Stafford reportedly frustrated Rams by declining contract request

The relationship involving the Los Angeles Rams and quarterback Matthew Stafford may not be on the best of terms this summer. 

49ers' Kyle Juszczyk responds to Trey Lance reputation chatter

San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk wants everyone to know he and his teammates remain big fans of young quarterback Trey Lance.

Jets HC Robert Saleh feels 'no pressure' ahead of 2023 NFL season

It sounds like head coach Robert Saleh isn't embracing a "Super Bowl or bust" mentality for the 2023 NFL campaign even after his New York Jets landed quarterback Aaron Rodgers from the Green Bay Packers this offseason. 

Insiders address if Saquon Barkley dispute could become distraction for Giants

Multiple in-the-know individuals suggested the 2023 Giants will be just fine despite the contract-related drama involving star running back Saquon Barkley this summer. 

Coaches react to Browns' Deshaun Watson not being named top-10 QB

For an ESPN piece published Monday, anonymous "league executives, coaches, scouts and players" left Cleveland Browns starter Deshaun Watson out of the top 10 for quarterback power rankings heading into the 2023 season. 

Giants' offer before deadline to Saquon Barkley revealed

Barkley likely won't sign the franchise tag in time to report for training camp next week, according to reports.

Buccaneers LB reveals what he learned from Tom Brady

Quarterback Tom Brady retired and walked away from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers "for good" this past February but nevertheless left his former teammates with important lessons stemming from his three seasons with the organization.

Insider reveals if Mets could trade Pete Alonso this summer

As the Mets suffer through an incredibly disappointing season all eyes will turn to their approach to the trade deadline.

Jaguars' Doug Pederson addresses success of Eagles' Jalen Hurts

Pederson was Hurts' head coach in Philadelphia during the signal-caller's rookie season, before the 24-year-old became a revelation playing under current Eagles coach Nick Sirianni.

Browns RB coach shares bold Nick Chubb take

Cleveland Browns running backs coach Stump Mitchell isn't shy about setting sky-high expectations for star ball-carrier Nick Chubb ahead of the 2023 season. 

Mets' Francisco Lindor mentoring Brett Baty amid struggles

New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor is doing whatever possible to help young third baseman Brett Baty get past his ongoing struggles.

Eagles WR DeVonta Smith reveals Super Bowl LVII regret

Philadelphia Eagles star wide receiver DeVonta Smith still kicks himself over one moment from late in the 38-35 Super Bowl LVII loss to the Kansas City Chiefs this past February. 

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield opens up on final season of Browns tenure

Current Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Baker Mayfield once again addressed the final months of his Cleveland Browns tenure that ended after the 2021 season. 

Situation involving Mets' Francisco Lindor, Jeff McNeil remains curiously unresolved

New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor confirmed he still owes teammate Jeff McNeil a car stemming from a promise made last year.