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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

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Senior NFL writer offers bold Aaron Rodgers, media prediction

Rodgers surely will encounter a question he doesn't want to answer, and how he responds to that moment could go a long way in proving Conor Orr right or wrong.

Insider updates if Angels could trade Shohei Ohtani this summer

Individuals within MLB think Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani won't be available before this fall at the earliest. 

Lions' Dan Campbell addresses DeAndre Hopkins links

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell declined to comment on if his club could pursue former Arizona Cardinals and Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins.

Lionel Messi's Paris Saint-Germain decision confirmed

The seven-time Ballon d'Or winner has repeatedly been linked with a move to Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal, rivals of the Al-Nassr side that employs Cristiano Ronaldo.

Jets' Breece Hall addresses relationship with QB Aaron Rodgers

New York Jets running back Breece Hall is already building solid chemistry with new starting quarterback Aaron Rodgers. 

Titans HC Mike Vrabel addresses possible DeAndre Hopkins pursuit

Titans head coach Mike Vrabel declined to confirm or deny on Wednesday his club could pursue former Cardinals and Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins. 

Why Brock Purdy is 'leader in the clubhouse' to be 49ers starting QB

San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch again backed 2022 rookie sensation Brock Purdy as the team's 'starter in the clubhouse.'

Insider refutes Lionel Messi rumor involving Inter Miami, Barcelona

One well-known insider believes Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi won't use Major League Soccer club Inter Miami to return to Barcelona this summer. 

49ers' Trey Lance leading Sam Darnold in potential QB competition?

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Trey Lance seems to be ahead of free-agency signing Sam Darnold early into an offseason competition between the two. 

Patriots' Mac Jones happy for 'normal' offense under Bill O’Brien

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones sounds happy he's working under new offensive coordinator Bill O’Brien rather than assistant coaches Matt Patricia and Joe Judge this spring. 

Rob Gronkowski addresses Tom Brady, Raiders rumors

Retired tight end Rob Gronkowski sounds convinced quarterback Tom Brady won't play for the Las Vegas Raiders at any point. 

Beat reporter addresses Jets possibly pursuing DeAndre Hopkins

Beat reporter Brian Costello of the New York Post believes the New York Jets aren't a realistic landing spot for former Arizona Cardinals and Houston Texans wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins.

Tottenham's Harry Kane wants to become NFL kicker

Tottenham Hotspur striker and England men's national team captain Harry Kane wants to one day exchange his international football boots for a chance to kick in NFL games. 

Reporter throws cold water on Giants signing three-time All-Pro WR

The Giants had a need at receiver last year, leading many to believe they could pursue a recently released star WR, but New York also addressed its pass-catching need already this offseason.

Inter Miami, Barcelona could prevent Lionel Messi move to Saudi Arabia

Paris Saint-Germain forward Lionel Messi may return to Barcelona this summer with some help from Major League Soccer club Inter Miami.

Saints' Jameis Winston insists he's a starting NFL QB

New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston insisted Tuesday he's capable of starting for a contending team. 

Yankees' Aaron Boone addresses reputation amid suspension

Boone received a one-game suspension and an undisclosed fine on Friday "for his recent conduct toward Major League Umpires."

Lions' Hendon Hooker addresses recovery from ACL injury

Detroit Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker probably won’t play as a rookie but is tackling his recovery from a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee as if he could take the field before January. 

Jets' Aaron Rodgers names best wide receiver in NFL

New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers may have unofficially engaged in some recruitment during a recent interview.

Harrison Bader suggests he'd take discount to stay with Yankees

Center fielder Harrison Bader sounds prepared to sign a discounted contract, if necessary, to remain with the New York Yankees past the 2023 MLB season.

Insider insists Mets won't send Francisco Alvarez back to minors

One insider insists the track record of New York Mets general manager Billy Eppler shows Eppler will keep rookie catcher Francisco Alvarez with the big-league club through the summer. 

Colts HC believes Anthony Richardson has great mentor on team

Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen views quarterback Gardner Minshew as a perfect mentor for rookie Anthony Richardson.

Watch: Mets' Pete Alonso explains unique celebration

New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso shared more information about what can politely be referred to as a unique celebration he's displayed during and following wins this season.

Broncos' Russell Wilson praises Sean Payton amid relationship uncertainty

Denver Broncos quarterback Russell Wilson has only positive things to say about new head coach Sean Payton this spring. 

NFL analyst shares bold Jets take about Super Bowl LVIII

Dan Orlovsky then named the Jets and Buffalo Bills as his two candidates to dethrone the Chiefs as AFC champions.