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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

Chiefs replace Bills as betting favorites to win Super Bowl LVII

Heading into the later stages of the NFL season, the Kansas City Chiefs are the betting favorites to win Super Bowl LVII in February 2023.

Jets to handle Mike White, Zach Wilson on 'week-to-week' basis

It sounds like quarterback Mike White will start over Zach Wilson for the 7-4 New York Jets at the 9-2 Minnesota Vikings this Sunday.

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski says he will 'support' Deshaun Watson

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has confirmed that reinstated quarterback Deshaun Watson will start this Sunday's game at the Houston Texans, Watson's former team.

Shannon Sharpe takes shot at Jets QB Zach Wilson after benching

One week after looking inept on offense with Wilson under center, the Jets dominated the Bears, scoring 31 points behind the arm of Mike White.

Jets' Garrett Wilson says 'people were happy' he blasted offense after loss to Patriots

New York Jets rookie wide receiver Garrett Wilson has defended what became viral comments he made after the 10-3 loss at the New England Patriots on Nov. 20. 

Titans' Mike Vrabel: Controversial penalty vs. Bengals was right call

Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel didn't blame officials regarding a controversial late penalty in what became Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. 

Ken Rosenthal: Re-signing Jacob deGrom is Mets' 'focus' in free agency

There's yet another sign that ace Jacob deGrom could ultimately return to the New York Mets this fall or winter.  While deGrom has repeatedly been linked

Jets' Mike White praises Zach Wilson for handling of benching

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson has received praise from his replacement for his handling of what's become a much-publicized benching. 

Patriots lend team plane to Virginia football program for player funerals

New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft has once again stepped up to lend a helping hand.

Raiders' Josh Jacobs motivated by heckling sign at Seahawks

It seems Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs found some extra motivation ahead of what became Sunday's 40-34 overtime win at the Seattle Seahawks.  

Deshaun Watson to be reinstated Monday, eligible to play vs. Texans

Quarterback Deshaun Watson is heading to the top of the Cleveland Browns' depth chart after a lengthy absence from the field. 

Commanders' Carson Wentz understands losing job to Taylor Heinicke

The Commanders were 2-4 when Wentz required surgery to repair the fractured right ring finger he suffered on Oct. 13. Since that time, Heinicke has gone 4-1.

Jets' Zach Wilson explains why he regrets infamous postgame comment

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson has expressed remorse for the attitude he displayed shortly after this past Sunday's loss at the New England Patriots. 

Openly gay footballer feels 'excluded' over FIFA ban of 'OneLove' armband at World Cup

Josh Cavallo is recognized as the only openly gay professional top-flight male footballer in the world today, and he is saddened by FIFA's decision to cave to Qatar's oppressive government.

Could Rams' Sean McVay retire as HC if Matthew Stafford walks away?

The Los Angeles Rams could be on the cusp of an interesting offseason with possibly some unexpected changes.

Titans' Todd Downing publicly addresses DUI arrest

Downing offered his comments roughly 24 hours after head coach Mike Vrabel said the coordinator will keep his job until further notice. Vrabel added that Downing's status "can change" if the Titans hear from the NFL regarding potential discipline. 

Report: No timeline for Zach Wilson to return to Jets lineup

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh isn't just benching quarterback Zach Wilson. Saleh is seemingly grounding the 23-year-old.  

Texans will reportedly start Kyle Allen over Davis Mills vs. Dolphins

The Davis Mills era with the Houston Texans may already be over.  NFL Network's Mike Garafolo (h/t Nick Shook) reported Wednesday that Texans head coach Lovie Smith is expected to start journeyman backup quarterback Kyle Allen in place of Mills when the 1-8-1 Texans play at the 7-3 Miami Dolphins this coming Sunday.

49ers' Christian McCaffrey: Jimmy Garoppolo 'doesn’t get enough credit'

It didn't take long for San Francisco 49ers running back Christian McCaffrey to become a big fan of quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo. 

Chad Kelly thinks he could start for over 50 percent of NFL teams

If nothing else, quarterback Chad Kelly is doing well to keep his name in headlines following his Canadian Football League Grey Cup performance. 

Germany taking FIFA to court over ban of 'OneLove' armband at World Cup

It appears Germany will do more than protest the FIFA ban on players wearing "OneLove" anti-discrimination armbands during the World Cup held in Qatar.

Cristiano Ronaldo may have violated Manchester United contract with explosive interview

ESPN's Rob Dawson reports that Ronaldo may have violated his contract via what's become his explosive interview with media personality Piers Morgan, during which the 37-year-old blasted United manager Erik ten Hag, club ownership and the team's direction.

Cardinals reportedly fired assistant coach for groping woman

There's more information on the Arizona Cardinals firing offensive line coach and run game coordinator Sean Kugler before they lost to the San Francisco 49ers on Monday night. 

Mike Tannenbaum: Tom Brady, Sean Payton could be 'package deal' for 2023 NFL season

Yet another NFL insider has suggested Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady will play beyond the 2022 season. 

Browns' stadium turf damaged by alleged trespasser driving a vehicle

Video captured by AirTracker5 shows multiple sets of tracks on the turf in the field of play, and it was said that "some of the ruts left behind appeared to be significant in some places" as of Tuesday afternoon local time.