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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

Car hits, kills teen after France World Cup win over Morocco

There's been yet another tragic event associated with the 2022 FIFA World Cup being held in Qatar. 

Watch: Lionel Messi brought to tears in interview after Argentina clinch World Cup final berth

Argentinian football host Sofia Martinez of Publica Television spoke with Messi following Argentina's 3-0 victory over Croatia in the semifinal contest, and the legendary footballer couldn't hold back his emotions.

Daniel Jones reacts to report Giants haven't decided on his future

Jones is currently on track to hit free agency when the new league year opens in March 2023. He has tallied 12 touchdown passes in 13 games and is fifth among quarterbacks with 548 rushing yards.

Bengals' Joe Burrow comments on comparisons to Buccaneers' Tom Brady

It is understandable Burrow wants to put the topic out of mind as he and the 9-4 Bengals prepare to play at the 6-7 Buccaneers this Sunday.

Barry Trotz unlikely to coach during 2022-23 NHL season

It certainly doesn't sound like Trotz is in a hurry to get back behind the bench. 

Franchise quarterback not prerequisite for Sean Payton to accept new HC job

Former New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton sounds willing to work with a young project at the quarterback position in his next job.

Cowboys' Micah Parsons questions Eagles' Jalen Hurts as MVP candidate

Dallas Cowboys pass-rusher Micah Parsons just couldn't help himself. Parsons insisted that Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts' success could be attributed to "system and team" before potentially realizing he may have given his division rivals some bulletin-board material. 

Zach Wilson still believes he's Jets' future after demotion

Questions about attitude aside, Wilson was statistically one of the league's worst quarterbacks for the ongoing season when he was atop the Gang Green depth chart.

Buffalo columnist: Firing over sexist remarks will leave women's sports stories 'untold'

During a Monday appearance on the "Trainwreck Tonight" podcast, Sullivan reacted to a question by lecturing women to "be better" as fans and content consumers in the sports world. The fallout continues since.

Yankees thought they'd lose Aaron Judge after explosive interview

Some within the New York Yankees were convinced All-Star Aaron Judge hinted in an interview he was heading elsewhere.

NFL will discuss making roughing the passer reviewable this offseason

NFL executive vice president of football operations Troy Vincent has confirmed the competition committee will discuss making roughing the passer penalties reviewable this coming offseason. 

Report: 'No chance' Cristiano Ronaldo rejoins Real Madrid despite training at club

It appears a reunion between superstar Cristiano Ronaldo and Real Madrid isn't to be this winter. 

Rob Gronkowski confirms he won't return to Buccaneers to help Tom Brady

Retired tight end Rob Gronkowski is doing all he can to make it clear he's not returning to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers to help quarterback Tom Brady.

Teams reportedly believe Odell Beckham Jr. won't play until 2023 season

Big-name wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. may have gone from the most sought-after free agent of the fall to a non-factor through February.

Jets' Zach Wilson promoted to primary backup vs. Lions

The grounding of New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson lasted three weeks.  Head coach Robert Saleh confirmed Wednesday that Wilson has been promoted for this Sunday. 

Buffalo sports columnist fired over sexist remarks on podcast

Longtime Buffalo sports columnist Jerry Sullivan is no longer associated with the Niagara Gazette. Sullivan made his career-altering statements during a Monday appearance on the "Trainwreck Tonight" local podcast.

Rob Gronkowski open to Tom Brady reunion but not with Buccaneers

Gronkowski sounds open to a reunion with Brady — as long as it doesn't involve playing. 

Watch: Packers' Aaron Rodgers doesn't fear death because he's 'seen the other side'

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers doesn't fear death and isn't afraid to explain why that's the case. 

Colts QB Matt Ryan hasn't thought about playing in 2023

Ryan is currently focusing mostly on closing out a campaign both he and the Colts likely would prefer to forget. 

Company left with 18,000 England World Cup winners shirts

The shirts that feature the slogans "England, Cup Winners 2022, It's Finally Home" and "The Day It Came Home" were printed before the Three Lions fell to France 2-1 in the tournament's quarterfinal round this past Saturday.

Did Buccaneers' Tom Brady take shot at Bengals defense?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady may have given some bulletin-board material to the Cincinnati Bengals ahead of this Sunday's clash between those clubs. 

Robert Griffin III apologizes for using racial slur on 'MNF' pregame show

ESPN's Robert Griffin III has apologized for using an anti-Black slur while praising Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts on Monday evening. 

Whispers growing louder that Packers' Jordan Love could request trade

Whispers are growing louder that Green Bay Packers backup quarterback Jordan Love could ask to be traded if Aaron Rodgers returns for the 2023 season. 

Tom Brady explains why he signed interception football for 49ers' Dre Greenlaw

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady has explained why he broke a previous vow and autographed a football intercepted by San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw this past Sunday.

Brother of Grant Wahl no longer suspects foul play in journalist's death at World Cup

Eric Wahl, the brother of Grant Wahl, has taken to Twitter to declare foul play is no longer suspected regarding the journalist's death at the FIFA World Cup.