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

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November 22, 2022 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Greg Olsen joked to Buccaneers' Tom Brady that 'this TV thing sucks'

Brady will eventually take Olsen's job in the booth whenever the QB retires. Olsen apparently had some fun during his first production meeting with Brady earlier in the campaign.

November 22, 2022 | Carolina Panthers

Panthers bench Baker Mayfield likely with draft pick in mind

It's possible Mayfield won't play for Carolina again. Mayfield is in the last year of his rookie contract and seemingly has no future with the Panthers.

November 22, 2022 | Soccer

Germany's Joshua Kimmich discusses controversy surrounding World Cup taking place in Qatar

Bars throughout Germany have vowed to boycott the fall World Cup over Qatar's human rights record and the country's alleged treatment of migrant workers and members of the LGBTQ+ community, among other matters. Kimmich understands why players have addressed such issues.

November 22, 2022 | Green Bay Packers

Packers' Aaron Rodgers says he doesn't know when he'll retire

If Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is thinking about retiring soon, he's not yet ready to reveal the news.

November 22, 2022 | San Francisco 49ers

49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo breaks record once held by Joe Montana, Colin Kaepernick

According to Grant Gordon of the league's website, NFL Research pointed out that the 49ers are now 14-0 when Garoppolo doesn't throw an interception during a game. That's a new record for San Francisco quarterbacks and breaks a team mark once shared by Hall of Famer Joe Montana and Colin Kaepernick.

November 22, 2022 | New York Giants

Giants had no contract talks with Daniel Jones during bye week

It appears New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen wasn't worried about locking quarterback Daniel Jones down via an extension earlier this month.

November 22, 2022 | NFL

Steelers' Mike Tomlin shares thoughts on Colts hiring Jeff Saturday

Tomlin has numerous things to worry about other than whom the Colts do and/or don't hire. The Steelers have lost seven of nine games as the organization endures growing pains with starting rookie quarterback Kenny Pickett.

November 22, 2022 | Tennessee Titans

Todd Downing to remain Titans OC after DUI arrest

Tennessee Titans offensive coordinator Todd Downing is apparently keeping his job until further notice.

November 22, 2022 | Soccer

Belgium's Jan Vertonghen: Players being 'controlled' at Qatar World Cup

If it wasn't already clear before the World Cup got underway, it's more evident than ever that having it Qatar was a ridiculous and corrupt decision by FIFA. Even players participating feel uncomfortable in the oppressive nation.

November 22, 2022 | Manchester United

Cristiano Ronaldo leaves Manchester United with immediate effect after explosive interview

Cristiano Ronaldo received his desired divorce from Manchester United ahead of playing in the 2022 FIFA World Cup. "Cristiano Ronaldo is to leave Manchester United by mutual agreement, with immediate effect," the Premier League side explained in a statement released Tuesday afternoon local time.

November 22, 2022 | San Francisco 49ers

Troy Aikman would hire 49ers' Kyle Shanahan over any other coach

Troy Aikman offered high praise for San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan.

November 22, 2022 | Manchester United

Watch: Roy Keane says World Cup shouldn't be in Qatar

Ireland and Manchester United legend Roy Keane has blasted FIFA for holding the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

November 21, 2022 | Los Angeles Rams

Could Rams' Matthew Stafford retire over concussion fears?

It appears some aren't convinced Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford will play beyond the ongoing season.

November 21, 2022 | Soccer

Roy Keane criticizes Harry Kane, Gareth Bale for not wearing 'OneLove' armband at World Cup

It was reported earlier on Monday that FIFA threatened to issue yellow cards to any player who wore a "OneLove" armband during a World Cup match and later said that captains from seven countries subsequently abandoned plans to sport the armband meant to show support for the LGBTQ+ community.

November 21, 2022 | New York Yankees

Doc Gooden: Aaron Judge should want to retire with Yankees

While speaking with Bob Klapisch of NJ Advance Media, Gooden explained that he "understood" why the New York Mets moved on from him after the 1994 season but also admitted he wishes he ultimately could've returned to what was his first MLB home from 1984 through the '94 campaign.

November 21, 2022 | New York Giants

Workload a concern for Giants' Saquon Barkley after loss to Lions?

ESPN's Bill Barnwell has suggested fans may need to be worried about New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley.

November 21, 2022 | New York Jets

Watch: Stephen A. Smith says Jets should bench 'trash' Zach Wilson

Add Smith to the growing list of people who've seen enough from Jets quarterback Zach Wilson this fall. Smith's concerns go beyond just the underwhelming football Wilson has played.

November 21, 2022 | Soccer

American journalist temporarily detained at World Cup stadium over LGBTQ shirt

American Grant Wahl has become the latest journalist to have an unfortunate encounter during the FIFA World Cup held in Qatar.

November 21, 2022 | New York Mets

Orthopedic surgeon discusses if Jacob deGrom is an injury risk

The two-time Cy Young winner missed the second half of the 2021 season because of elbow problems and then was sidelined from the end of spring training through July this year due to a stress reaction in the scapula of his pitching shoulder.

November 21, 2022 | Indianapolis Colts

Peyton Manning reveals reaction to Colts hiring Jeff Saturday as interim HC

Manning and Saturday were Indianapolis teammates throughout the latter's 13-season Colts tenure. Last week, former Colts head coach Tony Dungy credited Saturday with helping Manning successfully change plays at the line of scrimmage during their careers.