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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

Bengals' Joe Burrow talks contract extension after recent deals

Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow seems in no rush to sign what likely will be a historic contract extension after other signal-callers inked mega-deals this offseason. 

Jalen Hurts addresses notion of changing playing style after contract extension

Those who assumed Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts may play more cautiously now that he got paid should think again. 

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa addresses possible contract extension

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa sounds unbothered about contracts signed by other signal-callers this offseason. 

Yankees' Aaron Boone pours cold water on Aaron Judge return report

Aaron Boone insisted Wednesday there's still no official timetable for when slugger Aaron Judge will return to the lineup. 

Patriots' Mac Jones discusses relationship with Bill Belichick

Whatever did or didn't happen between Mac Jones and Bill Belichick seemingly is in the past.

Aaron Rodgers sounds committed to Jets beyond 2023 season

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers reworked the massive contract extension he originally signed with the Green Bay Packers in March 2022, presumably so he can serve as the New York Jets' starter for at least two seasons.

Raiders QB Jimmy Garoppolo addresses foot injury

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo always assumed he'd be ready for training camp despite concerns related to his surgically repaired foot.

Bills' Stefon Diggs attempts to end potential controversy

Wide receiver Stefon Diggs wants everyone to know he and the Buffalo Bills are just fine heading into the preseason. 

Dan Patrick blasts Deshaun Watson for comments on media

Dan Patrick added his name to the list of local and national media personalities who have criticized Cleveland Browns star quarterback Deshaun Watson for comments he recently made.

Commanders QB Sam Howell responds to doubters amid competition

Young Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell shared a message for doubters amid his battle with teammate Jacoby Brissett for the starting job. 

49ers' Kyle Shanahan had Philip Rivers hope for Super Bowl LVII

San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan had a name in mind regarding Super Bowl LVII after quarterback Brock Purdy suffered his elbow injury during the NFC Championship Game.

Yankees' Carlos Rodon working to 'suck less' after controversy

New York Yankees starting pitcher Carlos Rodon knows he must turn things around to get back on the good side of a fan base that may let him hear it on Wednesday night.  

Bills HC Sean McDermott shares positive Stefon Diggs update

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott is sticking with the company stance regarding Stefon Diggs, who may or may not be a disgruntled star wide receiver during the early days of training camp. 

Giants GM refutes Saquon Barkley trade, training camp reports

The executive made it known Wednesday he merely wanted to do whatever possible to get New York's versatile offensive weapon into camp on time, which the team accomplished.

Giants icon Tiki Barber reacts to Saquon Barkley news

Tiki Barber understands why Saquon Barkley returned to the team ahead of its first training-camp practice of the summer. 

Patriots captain praises 'resilient' Mac Jones amid uncertainty

Longtime Patriots special teams captain Matthew Slater praised Mac Jones on Tuesday for the quarterback's handling of what became a difficult year.

49ers stars react to update on QB Brock Purdy

49ers linebacker Fred Warner and star running back Christian McCaffrey reacted Tuesday to the news that quarterback Brock Purdy is cleared to participate in practice coming off elbow surgery. 

Browns star DE Myles Garrett responds to leadership criticisms

Malik Jackson played for the Browns during the 2021 season, Garrett's fifth campaign in the league. Jackson raised eyebrows earlier this month during an appearance on the NFL Network "Good Morning Football" program when he seemingly questioned Garrett's leadership qualities.

Could Yankees' Aaron Judge return this weekend?

It sounds like New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge is closer to returning to action than he's been since he first hurt his big right toe.

Reporters refute claim that Giants tried to trade Saquon Barkley

There's conflicting information regarding whether the New York Giants attempted to shop Saquon Barkley this offseason.

Raiders' Josh McDaniels shares positive Jimmy Garoppolo update

Las Vegas Raiders head coach Josh McDaniels shared more good news regarding the status of quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo on Tuesday. 

Bucs' Todd Bowles discusses timeline for naming starting QB

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles is in no hurry to name either veteran Baker Mayfield or 2021 second-round draft pick Kyle Trask his replacement for retired quarterback Tom Brady.

Insider: Saquon Barkley's camp requested trade after franchise tag

It appears running back Saquon Barkley possibly could've had a new employer this year even after the New York Giants used the franchise tag to retain his rights for 2023. 

Bill Belichick reacts to DeAndre Hopkins joining Titans over Patriots

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick reacted Tuesday to wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins signing with the Tennessee Titans instead of the AFC East club. 

How Giants' Saquon Barkley lost betting on himself

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley bet on himself this offseason and lost, potentially in a massive way by the time everything is said and done.