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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

Analyst 'scared to death of drafting' Alabama QB Bryce Young

It appears that fears regarding the size of Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Bryce Young will routinely be repeated ahead of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Penn State fans accused of using racist language toward Rutgers players

Penn State has responded to some disturbing allegations regarding Sunday's men's basketball game between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and Nittany Lions.

Mike Trout: Angels must end playoff drought to keep Shohei Ohtani

Mike Trout needs the Los Angeles Angels to end their noteworthy playoff drought for reasons beyond his desire to again play postseason baseball.

Falcons not naming Desmond Ridder starting QB amid rumors

Atlanta Falcons head coach Arthur Smith isn't anointing 2022 rookie Desmond Ridder his starting quarterback at this stage of the offseason. 

Pat McAfee says he was served by Brett Favre

Retired quarterback Brett Favre is apparently going ahead with at least one of his reported lawsuits, as McAfee has announced he's been served by the retired quarterback.

Jets could go after surprising fallback option if they miss on Aaron Rodgers, Derek Carr

It's no secret the New York Jets are in the market for a veteran starting quarterback. If they miss out on their reported top two options, they could target a player plenty familiar with MetLife Stadium.

George Kittle teases following Rob Gronkowski into WWE

The four-time Pro Bowl selection confidently declared he has the right personality to portray a wrestling character and said that getting inside the squared circle one day "sounds fun."

Yankees’ Aaron Judge discusses new MLB rules

Add the reigning American League Most Valuable Player to the list of people in favor of new MLB rules impacting games during spring training. 

Vikings' Kirk Cousins a potential star of Netflix docuseries

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins could soon become a fan favorite among some NFL viewers.

Patriots' Devin McCourty praises Mac Jones amid rumors

Veteran safety Devin McCourty has insisted the New England Patriots are in good hands with Mac Jones serving as their starting quarterback. 

Rangers ace Jacob deGrom thought he could stay with Mets

Texas Rangers ace Jacob deGrom has opened up about leaving the New York Mets in free agency this past fall. 

Chelsea HC Graham Potter reveals he and his family have received death threats

Potter revealed on Friday that he and his family have received death threats related to Chelsea's disappointing season. Chelsea enter the weekend 10th in the Premier League table.

Insider doubts Stephen A. Smith's report on Ravens' Lamar Jackson

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio isn't buying what the camp for Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson recently tried to sell to ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith. 

Penguins GM Ron Hextall: Fan anger won't 'affect anything I do'

During Pittsburgh's 7-2 home blowout loss to the Oilers on Thursday night, enraged Penguins fans chanted "Fire Hextall" on multiple occasions, particularly after the game got well out of hand.

Boomer Esiason blasts Giants' Daniel Jones for reported contract demands

Former New York Jets quarterback and current "The NFL Today" analyst Boomer Esiason is stunned and irritated by Daniel Jones' alleged inflated salary demand.

Opposing coaches analyze what went wrong with Broncos' Russell Wilson

An ESPN reporter spoke with "multiple opposing defensive coaches and quarterbacks coaches," one of whom seemed baffled that Wilson "just put the ball where he shouldn't too often" throughout last season.

Mets' Max Scherzer not worried about new pitch clock

New York Mets ace Max Scherzer is one starting pitcher who isn't too bothered about the new pitch clock.

Stephen A. Smith refutes Lamar Jackson demanded fully guaranteed contract

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has shared a fascinating update regarding the future of Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson. 

NFL insider confirms massive contract ask from Giants' Daniel Jones

Quarterback Daniel Jones may not be all that interested in giving the New York Giants any type of discount this offseason.  As shared by Jaclyn Hendricks

Twins' Joey Gallo sounds happy to be out of New York market

Minnesota Twins outfielder Joey Gallo has opened up about his well-documented issues during his New York Yankees tenure. 

Former Patriots WR not surprised by Super Bowl LVII field conditions

In the end, both the Chiefs and Eagles had to deal with treacherous field conditions equally that fateful Sunday night. Nevertheless, Philadelphia fans may be left wondering what could have been had the Eagles' top defensive stars not been playing on such a slippery surface with the Vince Lombardi Trophy on the line. 

Mets star 1B not worried about signing extension

It sounds like New York Mets slugger Pete Alonso won't sign a long-term extension imminently.  In a piece on Alonso's future, MLB insider Jon Heyman of

Ian Eagle makes bold prediction about Tom Brady as broadcaster

Brady will head from the gridiron to the broadcast booth in 2024. How do veteran announcers feel about that? Ian Eagle gave his insights.

Bruce Arians: 2022 Buccaneers didn't have 'the real Tom Brady'

Tampa Bay Buccaneers senior adviser Bruce Arians has offered a brutal evaluation of the play and/or leadership of quarterback Tom Brady this past season.