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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

6-2 Giants snubbed in recent NFC East predictions

The 6-2 New York Giants continue to fly under the figurative radar.

Buccaneers' Tom Brady told not to scowl during games by daughter

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady recently received some advice from 9-year-old daughter Vivian about his actions during games.  "My daughter always says, 'Daddy, you did not have a happy face out there.' And I'm trying!

Watch: Greg Jennings thinks Packers could bench Aaron Rodgers for Jordan Love

Jennings has a history of criticizing Rodgers but nevertheless made solid points.

Dolphins' Mike McDaniel not surprised with how Tua Tagovailoa is handling success

Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel remains a massive fan of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. "Anything that’s happening with him isn’t a surprise to me," McDaniel said of Tagovailoa during a Wednesday press conference, per Myles Simmons of Pro Football Talk.

Odell Beckham Jr. linked with Ravens

While it seems Beckham won't be hurting for suitors, it's unknown what type of asset he'll be coming off the torn anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee he suffered in February.

Jets to take Xavier McKinney lesson into bye week

The New York Jets want to avoid the type of bye-week setback Xavier McKinney of the New York Giants recently experienced.

New contract prediction hints Mets could keep Jacob deGrom?

There's yet another hint that the New York Mets could re-sign ace Jacob deGrom via a reasonable deal.  For a piece published Wednesday morning, ESPN's Kiley McDaniel predicted that deGrom will put pen to paper on a three-year contract worth around $132 million and that carries an average annual value of $44 million.

Analysts select Josh Allen as MVP at season's midpoint

A set of analysts at NFL.com selected Allen as MVP at the midpoint of the season.

Emmanuel Acho thinks Odell Beckham Jr. could make Cowboys a Super Bowl team

Former NFL player and current FS1 personality Emmanuel Acho thinks free-agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. could make the Dallas Cowboys championship contenders.

Frank Reich wants to be head coach again

Former Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich wants to return to the sidelines sooner rather than later.

Giants' Julian Love: Xavier McKinney accident 'a freak thing '

The Giants safety has come to the defense of his teammate regarding McKinney's costly ATV accident.

Tom Brady: Buccaneers' effort level on game-day is 'embarrassing'

Brady seemed to call teammates out following Sunday's win over the Rams. 

Giants' Xavier McKinney wasn't 'reckless' during ATV incident

Xavier McKinney has addressed his ATV accident that will cost him at least a month of action.

Packers' Aaron Rodgers to give Cowboys' Mike McCarthy 'a big old hug'

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers is excited to see Dallas Cowboys head coach Mike McCarthy this Sunday.

Buccaneers' Tom Brady defends receivers who drop passes

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady has come to the defense of teammates who drop his passes during games. 

Watch: Robert Griffin III makes ayahuasca joke about Packers' Aaron Rodgers

Robert Griffin III is the latest noteworthy individual to take a shot at Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers. 

Dan Orlovsky teasing he could leave ESPN to join Jeff Saturday with Colts?

It appears Jeff Saturday may not be the last person to leave ESPN for the Indianapolis Colts this month. 

Insider: Jimmy Garoppolo 'has to be a live 49ers option for 2023'

With Trey Lance out of the picture due to injury this year, Garoppolo has another chance to prove his worth to the Niners.

Buccaneers' Tom Brady still watches the Patriots 'every week'

It's clear Brady is still fond of his former team in New England.

Mets reportedly will make 'strong' early offer for Jacob deGrom

It appears the New York Mets aren't willing to lose ace Jacob deGrom without putting up a fight. 

Report: 'Consensus belief' is that Aaron Judge will stay with Yankees

There's another indication that the New York Yankees may be close to re-signing All-Star slugger Aaron Judge.

A.J. Brown: 8-0 Eagles 'not caught up in trying to go perfect'

A.J. Brown is keeping his eyes on the prize.

Analyst believes Giants will give Saquon Barkley a long-term extension

The Football Database shows Barkley enters the weekend second only to Tyreek Hill of the Miami Dolphins with 968 total yards from scrimmage.

Mets' Mark Canha 'loved' playing in New York as Yankees struggled with home market

The New York Mets and New York Yankees seemingly had different experiences playing in the country's largest sports market this season.