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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

Giants' Darius Slayton lashes out at critics, doubters

Darius Slayton understands many believe the 2022 New York Giants never had a true No. 1 wide receiver for quarterback Daniel Jones. 

Carlton Davis shares bold warning about post-Tom Brady Buccaneers

Cornerback Carlton Davis certainly isn't lacking confidence regarding the 2023 Tampa Bay Buccaneers following the retirement of quarterback Tom Brady.  "We’re about to do it to ‘em," Davis told Tyler Dunne of Go Long.

Bears rookie shares high praise for WR D.J. Moore

To members of the Chicago Bears, wide receiver D.J. Moore is much more than an asset who helped the Carolina Panthers acquire Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Bryce Young this spring. 

Orioles, Yankees left shaken up after cameraman suffers injury on throw

It's easy to forget multiple individuals were impacted by the incident that injured a New York Yankees cameraman during what became a 6-3 Baltimore Orioles win at Yankee Stadium on Wednesday night. 

Yankees' Aaron Boone praises Anthony Volpe following early-season struggles

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone offered praise for rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe after Volpe turned things around following early-season struggles.

Former Mr. Irrelevant recalls receiving praise from Rams' Aaron Donald

Toronto Argonauts quarterback Chad Kelly recently recalled the only regular-season NFL snap, to date, of his career. 

Giants QB Daniel Jones reportedly initially had outrageous contract demand

Quarterback Daniel Jones agreed to a new contract to stay with the New York Giants in March but apparently wanted significantly more money than he received. 

Joey Chestnut clarifies what happened with hot dog contest delay

It sounds like American icon Joey Chestnut did not, in fact, force the completion of the men's competition at the annual Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest on Tuesday afternoon. 

Mets' Francisco Lindor has interesting reason for liking pitch clock

New York Mets star shortstop Francisco Lindor has an interesting reason for liking the new pitch clock embraced by MLB for this season.

Tiki Barber repeats fears about Yankees star Aaron Judge's injury

Barber dealt with toe injuries on multiple occasions during his NFL career and previously shared similar fears about Judge's recovery from a torn ligament in his big right toe.

Insider reveals if injury-plagued Angels could trade Shohei Ohtani this summer

The Angels have a lot going on between trying to end a playoff drought and working out how to best handle Ohtani's impending free agency, with a rash of injuries further complicating matters. Could the club decide trading the two-way star is the most prudent course of action?

Paris Saint-Germain give contract ultimatum to Kylian Mbappe

The latest saga involving Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe experienced a new twist on Wednesday. 

Harry Kane reportedly makes initial Tottenham contract decision

It appears Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane is in no rush to commit his future to the English Premier League club this summer. 

Lions coach talks mentoring suspended WR Jameson Williams

Williams is among the players suspended for gambling-related issues, which will once again limit him after recording just one catch as a rookie.

Orioles' Aaron Hicks responds to boos from Yankees fans

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Aaron Hicks always expected to hear loud boos during the series at the New York Yankees, his former club. 

Lions CB Jerry Jacobs shares bold take on Jared Goff

Detroit Lions cornerback Jerry Jacobs is a big believer in quarterback Jared Goff following the 2022 NFL season and heading into 2023.

Joey Chestnut addresses record-setting win, weather delay

Joey Chestnut acknowledged that his record-setting 16th victory at the annual Nathan's Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest nearly wasn't possible Tuesday afternoon.

David Beckham talks Lionel Messi joining Inter Miami, MLS

Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham recently addressed international superstar Lionel Messi announcing last month he'll join the Major League Soccer club this summer.  "A couple of weeks ago, I woke up to about a million messages on my phone," Beckham said at an event in north London, per Daniel Taylor of The Athletic.

Former teammate addresses Pete Alonso's Mets future

Current San Francisco Giants outfielder Michael Conforto once played alongside Pete Alonso of the New York Mets and can't imagine the star slugger leaving the Amazins anytime soon. 

Dolphins' Jaylen Waddle offers high praise for Tua Tagovailoa

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Jaylen Waddle recently made it known he loves having a healthy Tua Tagovailoa as his starting quarterback. 

Sam Darnold opens up about learning 49ers offense

Quarterback Sam Darnold joined the third NFL team of his career when he signed with the San Francisco 49ers in March and recently opened up about learning a new offense. 

Yankees' Aaron Judge shares alarming injury update

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge sounds no closer to returning from his lingering toe injury than he was before he began hitting off a tee.

Michael Vick offers advice to Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa

Retired quarterback Michael Vick took plenty of hits as a dual-threat offensive weapon and offered some advice to Miami Dolphins starter Tua Tagovailoa regarding his injury troubles.

49ers' Trey Lance reveals mindset amid career uncertainty

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance seemingly has lost the starting job to 2022 rookie sensation Brock Purdy but is nevertheless remaining upbeat heading into his third season.

Yankees hitting coach shares promising Aaron Judge update

New York Yankees hitting coach Dillon Lawson shared a promising update regarding the recovery of slugger Aaron Judge.