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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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ESPN draft guru shares warning about Titans drafting Cam Ward

The Titans didn't improve their quarterback room via free agency or a March trade and likely would have to start 2023 second-round draft pick Will Levis if the club had to play a game rather than take part in the draft on April 24.

Browns GM compares Travis Hunter to Shohei Ohtani

Hunter sent quite a message to would-be employers when he recently said he'd consider "never playing football again" if a club tried to stop him from being a two-way player as a rookie. 

Alabama's Jalen Milroe addresses Steelers rumors amid uncertainty about Aaron Rodgers

Numerous stories posted throughout the spring have suggested that Steelers HC Mike Tomlin could want to grab Milroe during the draft so that the Alabama QB could improve his passing mechanics while learning from Aaron Rodgers.

Patriots reporter, scout differ on what team should do with No. 4 pick

Multiple national reporters and analysts believe the New England Patriots should and will select LSU offensive tackle Will Campbell over Missouri offensive tackle Armand Membou. But not everyone believes that.

Reporter makes 'bold prediction' about Steelers' interest in Jalen Milroe

Milroe's alleged draft stock has been a roller-coaster ride since he reportedly left much to be desired with his Senior Bowl week performances.

Insider addresses why Vikings are currently choosing J.J. McCarthy over Aaron Rodgers

McCarthy needed a full meniscus repair that ultimately kept him out of action for his entire rookie season in 2024.

NFL scout explains why Saints should go against the grain in NFL Draft 

For a mock draft shared by ESPN's Matt Miller on Thursday, an anonymous AFC West scout explained why the Saints should select Texas A&M pass-rusher Shemar Stewart over Sanders at choice No. 9. 

Joe Flacco reacts to Browns likely drafting Colorado's Travis Hunter

Flacco is preparing to compete with Kenny Pickett and a to-be-drafted rookie for Cleveland's starting quarterback job later this summer.

Giants reporters, scout agree about team's handling of No. 3 pick in NFL Draft

For mock drafts posted on Thursday morning, Giants reporters Darryl Slater of NJ Advance Media for NJ.com and Charlotte Carroll of The Athletic predicted that the Giants will take Penn State pass-rusher Abdul Carter over Sanders at No. 3.

Browns' Joe Flacco seems to respond to Kenny Pickett ahead of competition for starting job

Pickett generated some headlines when he said this past weekend that he intends to begin September as the club's starter over Flacco and an undetermined rookie. 

Insider shares how 'majority of the league' sees Shedeur Sanders ahead of NFL Draft

Sanders has seemingly become the most polarizing prospect in the draft as it approaches.

Is Aaron Rodgers ghosting Steelers amid Vikings' uncertainty?

It now appears that the Steelers and outsiders have just about the same information regarding Rodgers' plans for the 2025 season. 

Insider names team that could give Travis Hunter exactly what he wants

NFL insider Albert Breer explained why the Browns making Travis Hunter the second overall pick of the 2025 draft could work well for everybody involved. 

Did Joe Schoen confirm insider's take about Giants' alleged thoughts of Shedeur Sanders?

Giants general manager Joe Schoen spoke with reporters on Wednesday and strongly indicated he is under no pressure to take Shedeur Sanders or any other QB in the first round.

Draft experts address Patriots' Will Campbell, Armand Membou decision

Barring a surprising development, it seems likely the Patriots will make either Campbell or Membou the fourth overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft. 

Insider addresses if Jets could take Shedeur Sanders, other QB with No. 7 pick of NFL Draft

At this stage of the predraft process, it appears likely that both Sanders and other QBs such as Jaxson Dart will be on the board when the Jets are called to spend the seventh pick.

Longtime college OC shares how Shedeur Sanders is like Patrick Mahomes, Josh Allen

Longtime college football offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach David Yost had a stunning comparison for Shedeur Sanders.

Insider addresses rumors about Browns trading back into draft's first round for QB

It's assumed a team such as the Browns could trade back into the first round to ensure that a fifth-year option is attached to the rookie contract for a yet-to-be-determined signal-caller. 

Insider explains why Jalen Milroe may have been invited to NFL Draft

Some understandably assumed when it was learned that Milroe had accepted an invitation to attend the 2025 NFL Draft that it must be a certainty he will become a first-round pick on April 24. 

What Shedeur Sanders reportedly said during noteworthy combine interview

Whatever team picks Shedeur Sanders had better be prepared to have quite the confident rookie in its quarterback room. 

Could Saints target QB other than Shedeur Sanders in first round of NFL Draft?

NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated suggested Tuesday that the Saints could target a different signal-caller during the draft's first round.

Draft guru explains controversial take on Shedeur Sanders, Cam Ward

ESPN draft guru Mel Kiper Jr. explained why he still believes Shedeur Sanders is the best quarterback to be drafted later this month.

Reporter addresses 'fake controversy' regarding what Mets' Juan Soto said about Yankees' Aaron Judge

Soto recently said that life with the Mets is "definitely different" because he previously "had the best hitter in baseball hitting behind me" while with the Yankees.

Insiders repeat interesting take about Shedeur Sanders' late pre-draft workout with Giants

The NFL community continues to speculate why Shedeur Sanders is holding a private workout with the Giants one week before the draft.

Could Panthers make NFL Draft move to spoil Saints' QB plans?

Panthers general manager Dan Morgan clarified that he's open for business.