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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

49ers' Kyle Juszczyk recalls Brock Purdy out-dueling Tom Brady

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers executed a flawed defensive gameplan against San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy during Purdy's first NFL regular-season start this past December. 

Bucs Pro Bowl LB says team has more 'togetherness' post-Tom Brady

Whispers continue to emerge suggesting that retired quarterback Tom Brady was both a positive and a negative for the 2022 Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins responds to possible Justin Jefferson snub

Minnesota Vikings QB Kirk Cousins responded to comments from teammate Justin Jefferson about the top-five quarterbacks in the NFL.

Beat writer shares how Giants, Saquon Barkley could make a deal

Barkley is on track to earn $10.091M on the tag for 2023. He reportedly is willing to sit out Week 1. What would the Giants offense look like without its star RB?

Aaron Rodgers blamed for Jets being on 'Hard Knocks'

Multiple media personalities reminded quarterback Aaron Rodgers he can look in the mirror regarding why the New York Jets were chosen to be this summer's team for the HBO "Hard Knocks" show. 

DK Metcalf reveals when Geno Smith took command of Seahawks

Veteran quarterback Geno Smith competed with 2019 second-round draft pick Drew Lock for the Seattle Seahawks' starting job last summer, but star wide receiver DK Metcalf had a favorite in mind regarding the gig before training camp. 

CB Jerry Jacobs sends message to Lions fans, rest of NFL

Detroit Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs is calling his shot before players report for training camp.

Adrian Phillips doesn't name Mac Jones Patriots' starting QB

New England Patriots safety Adrian Phillips may have said plenty without saying much of anything about the club's quarterback situation. 

Giants RG shares why Daniel Jones can finally 'have fun'

New York Giants right guard Mark Glowinski believes everyone will see an improved Daniel Jones at quarterback this fall. 

Cardinals' Kyler Murray has chip on his shoulder following difficult year

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is ready to silence critics while working under new general manager Monti Ossenfort and new head coach Jonathan Gannon.

Reporter refutes latest contract update on Giants' Saquon Barkley

The situation involving the New York Giants and running back Saquon Barkley continues to provide more questions than answers heading into Monday's deadline for teams to sign franchise-tagged players.

49ers legend Steve Young offers advice to Trey Lance

San Francisco 49ers legend and Hall of Famer Steve Young has some advice for quarterback Trey Lance ahead of Lance's third NFL season.

Yankees GM pours cold water over early Aaron Judge return

No, New York Yankees fans, slugger Aaron Judge is not returning from his lingering toe injury ahead of schedule.

Insider believes 49ers could trade this QB before season

The 49ers have three starting-caliber quarterbacks on their roster. Despite injury concerns, they might not need all three.

Aaron Rodgers reacts to Jets' 'Hard Knocks' dilemma

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers will enjoy at least one aspect of the New York Jets being featured as this summer's team on HBO's "Hard Knocks."

Reporter reveals why Giants, Saquon Barkley haven't signed deal

There's more information about why the New York Giants and star running back Saquon Barkley have no agreement ahead of Monday's deadline for teams to sign franchise-tagged players.

Patriots TE Hunter Henry talks 'fresh start' under OC Bill O’Brien

Tight end Hunter Henry was among the New England Patriots who spent the offseason working with quarterback Mac Jones as they prepare to play under new offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien this season.

Former Jets QB makes huge prediction about Aaron Rodgers' commitment

Boomer Esiason said he has heard Rodgers has "a refreshed attitude" following his reunion with Jets offensive coordinator Nathaniel Hackett.

Angels announcer discusses possible trade of Shohei Ohtani

Los Angeles Angels play-by-play announcer Wayne Randazzo suggested team owner Arte Moreno views trading two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani this summer as bad business.

Jets' Breece Hall sends warning to opposing defenses

New York Jets running back Breece Hall is putting opposing defenses on notice now that quarterback Aaron Rodgers is serving as the club's offensive CEO. 

Bills' Dion Dawkins shares admission about playoff loss to Bengals

Buffalo Bills offensive tackle Dion Dawkins acknowledged the team wasn't the same force that earned a 13-3 regular-season record during its home playoff loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Jan. 22. 

Agents address Giants' Saquon Barkley possibly sitting games out

Saquon Barkley still has not signed the franchise tag the Giants put on him, and speculation continues to swirl about what he plans to do.

Cardinals' Kyler Murray sets bold goal for return from injury

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray expects to return ahead of schedule from the knee injury that prematurely ended his 2022 season.

Eagles' Dallas Goedert shares bold Jalen Hurts take

Tight end Dallas Goedert clearly believes his Philadelphia Eagles made the right call by paying quarterback Jalen Hurts the big bucks this offseason. 

Giants' contract offer to RB Saquon Barkley revealed

There's more information about the type of contract the New York Giants offered star running back Saquon Barkley earlier this offseason.