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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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Yankees' Brian Cashman discusses possible demotion for highly touted rookie

New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman sounds committed to letting rookie shortstop Anthony Volpe work through offensive struggles in the big leagues. 

Giants' Daniel Jones talks building chemistry with new teammates

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones sounds comfortable with where he's at with his new pass-catchers heading into the summer. 

Yankees manager shares encouraging Aaron Judge update

New York Yankees manager Aaron Boone suggested a second platelet-rich plasma injection significantly helped slugger Aaron Judge.  "I’m encouraged by what I’m seeing and in conversations with him," Boone said about Judge before Tuesday's home series opener against the Seattle Mariners, per Dan Martin of the New York Post.

Chargers OC Kellen Moore reveals player who has 'opened' his eyes

New Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Kellen Moore sounds happy he's coaching Justin Herbert.

Giants legend questions importance of Saquon Barkley

New York Giants legend and retired running back Tiki Barber suggested the club's offense wouldn't completely fall apart without Saquon Barkley. 

Buccaneers' Lavonte David suggests offense will improve under Dave Canales

Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Lavonte David suggested the team's offense will improve following the hiring of new offensive coordinator Dave Canales. 

Insider addresses Giants' Saquon Barkley possibly holding out into season

Yet another NFL insider isn't buying that New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley will forfeit guaranteed money by sitting out regular season games.

Preston Smith reveals how Packers must help Jordan Love

Green Bay Packers pass-rusher Preston Smith believes the defense must help quarterback Jordan Love make a smooth transition as the team's starter.

Giants RB coach praises Eric Gray amid Saquon Barkley absence

New York Giants running backs coach Jeff Nixon is impressed by what he's thus far seen from rookie Eric Gray. 

Safety Jordan Whitehead compares 2023 Jets to 2020 Buccaneers

Whitehead won a Super Bowl with the Bucs after they signed Tom Brady in free agency. He hopes the Jets can do the same following the acquisition of another MVP quarterback.

Mets' Francisco Lindor shares sweet reason for offensive hot streak

New York Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor shared an adorable reason for why he's produced positive results at the plate this week. 

Lions have training camp request for rookie Jahmyr Gibbs

The Detroit Lions have a specific request for rookie running back Jahmyr Gibbs ahead of his first NFL training camp.  "Be physical. Just show physicality in every sense," Lions running backs coach Scottie Montgomery said about the first-round draft pick, as shared by John Maakaron of FanNation's All Lions.

Texans WR shares bold C.J. Stroud, Dak Prescott take

Houston Texans wide receiver Noah Brown had Dallas Cowboys star Dak Prescott as his quarterback from 2017 through this past season and believes rookie C.J. Stroud could one day match or better Prescott's accomplishments. 

Head coach Ryan Day understands expectations at Ohio State

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day understands defeating the Michigan Wolverines and chasing national championships is the standard for anyone who holds his position. 

Browns WR emerging as favorite target for QB Deshaun Watson

It sounds like Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore could emerge as a favorite target for quarterback Deshaun Watson this fall.

Former QB: Giants' Daniel Jones has trait similar to Tom Brady

Retired quarterback and current NFL analyst Chris Simms explained one thing New York Giants starter Daniel Jones has in common with future Hall of Famer Tom Brady.

Former All-Star closer compares Angels' Shohei Ohtani to Babe Ruth

Ohtani earned American League Most Valuable Player honors for the 2021 season and is cruising toward winning the award a second time before he reaches free agency at the end of the campaign.

Insider shares update on Stefon Diggs, Bills issues

Stefon Diggs has been frustrated with the Bills since they were eliminated from the postseason, and that frustration has caused some early drama ahead of the 2023 season.

Reporter reveals clear leader in Commanders' QB competition

Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell seems to have an upper hand in the competition also involving veteran Jacoby Brissett. 

Former Packers DB praises Jets' Aaron Rodgers as leader

Former Green Bay Packers safety and kick returner Will Blackmon believes quarterback Aaron Rodgers is an ideal leader for a young New York Jets team looking to compete for more than just a playoff berth this season. 

Patriots may have to 'compromise' to sign All-Pro WR

Yet another individual with inside knowledge of the New England Patriots suggested the club hasn't yet signed free-agent wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins in part because of Hopkins' alleged desired practice schedule. 

Report: Buccaneers' QB competition to go 'well into training camp'

Despite reports that Baker Mayfield is taking control of the competition between him and Kyle Trask, it doesn't sound like the Bucs will be declaring him the winner any time soon.

Steelers return specialist blasts controversial fair catch rule

Gunner Olszewski is among members of the NFL community criticizing the league's decision to permit a kick returner to call for a fair catch anywhere inside his team's 25-yard line to have the ball placed at the 25.

Patriots may have specific concern about signing DeAndre Hopkins

The New England Patriots may not be as close to signing free-agent wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins as some initially thought.

Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield suggests he was 'handcuffed' by other teams

Mayfield offered praise for new Buccaneers offensive coordinator Dave Canales while also seemingly taking a shot at other teams.