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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

Mets not interviewing former Brewers president of baseball operations David Stearns imminently

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen told SNY's Andy Martino he currently has no plans to interview David Stearns after Stearns stepped down as president of

Bill Belichick won't commit to Mac Jones as starting QB past Jets game

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick named Mac Jones his starting quarterback for Sunday's game at the 5-2 New York Jets.  Just don't ask Belichick

Manager Aaron Boone, GM Brian Cashman not a package deal for Yankees?

SNY's Andy Martino reported Thursday that "Cashman’s status remains unresolved" even though Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner said on Wednesday he intends for Boone to keep his job.

Phil Simms: Tom Brady 'a distraction' for Buccaneers

Former New York Giants quarterback Phil Simms has become the latest noteworthy person to criticize Tom Brady about the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' struggles. 

Yankees legend Derek Jeter unsure about Aaron Judge, happy for Aaron Boone

New York Yankees legend Derek Jeter has become the latest noteworthy individual to discuss the impending free agency of All-Star slugger Aaron Judge. "I don’t know," Jeter said about Judge's future when speaking at his Turn 2 Foundation Dinner on Wednesday night, according to Robert Sanchez of SNY.

Warren Moon thinks TE Rob Gronkowski could save Buccaneers

Pro Football Hall of Famer Warren Moon has become the latest noteworthy person to mention that retired tight end Rob Gronkowski could potentially save the struggling Bucs.

Yankees legend Mariano Rivera disagrees with decision to retain Aaron Boone

Mariano Rivera has made it clear he wouldn't bring Aaron Boone back as manager if he were running the storied franchise.

Jets' Robert Saleh wants 'taking receipts' claim to 'go away'

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh would prefer if his "taking receipts" vow from September would disappear despite the team's 5-2 start to the season.

Hal Steinbrenner plans to keep Aaron Boone as Yankees manager

New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner confirmed Wednesday he's planning to retain Aaron Boone as his manager.

Report: Giants' Joe Schoen 'probably would like to be done' with WR Kadarius Toney

There is yet another indication that the New York Giants would move on from wide receiver Kadarius Toney sooner than later if possible.

Steelers QB Kenny Pickett: 'Almost doesn't get you anything'

Pickett sounds wise beyond his years in understanding he's now in football's ultimate results-based business.

Insider: Buccaneers look 'checked out' amid 'relentless' Tom Brady headlines

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler has added his name to the list of NFL analysts and insiders who think the Tampa Bay Buccaneers won't flip a switch to turn things around this fall. 

Browns reportedly want 'Christian McCaffrey-style haul' for RB Kareem Hunt

Pro Football Talk's Mike Florio reported that "a league source" says the Browns would like to receive "a Christian McCaffrey-style haul" in a trade involving Hunt.

Jets' Robert Saleh: WR Elijah Moore 'not quitting on anybody' after trade request

Saleh flashed his humorous side when he was asked if Moore still wants to be moved before next Tuesday's trade deadline. 

Patriots HC Bill Belichick won't say if Mac Jones or Bailey Zappe will start vs. Jets

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick isn't ready to publicly name either Mac Jones or Bailey Zappe his starting quarterback.

Could Giants use transition tag to retain Daniel Jones for 2023 season?

ESPN's Dan Graziano has reminded everyone that the Giants can retain Daniel Jones' rights beyond this season without signing him to a long-term deal or using the franchise tag. 

Do Next Gen Stats prove Buccaneers' Tom Brady is finally showing his age?

Much has been made about the struggles of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense over the first half of the 2022 NFL season. 

NFL insiders reportedly think Broncos' Nathaniel Hackett is coaching for job vs. Jaguars

There are now multiple whispers out there suggesting that first-year head coach Nathaniel Hackett will be working to save his job when his 2-5 Denver Broncos

Report: Toxic 'fan culture' could cause Aaron Judge, others to pass on Yankees

It appears outsiders weren't the only people surprised that New York Yankees All-Star slugger Aaron Judge and teammates heard boos from home crowds on multiple occasions during the playoffs.

Report: Coaching uncertainty a reason Deshaun Watson didn't pick Panthers

It's hardly a secret that the Carolina Panthers were one of several teams that struck out on landing star quarterback Deshaun Watson from the Houston Texans

Giants' Daniel Jones named a 'legitimate' fantasy football starting QB

CBS Sports' Heath Cummings named Jones "a legitimate starting option" for fantasy football lineups across at least New York's next three contests.

Watch: Buccaneers' Tom Brady hesitates answering if offense will improve vs. Ravens

Brady didn't inspire much confidence with his hesitation to answer or his words. 

Watch: UFC legend Daniel Cormier experiences earthquake filming TV segment

"Oh my God, Ryan, there's an earthquake," Cormier explained while trying to make a point about fighting.

Buccaneers' Mike Evans denies giving referee autograph

Tampa Bay Buccaneers star wide receiver Mike Evans has denied that he was signing an autograph for side judge Jeff Lamberth following this past Sunday's 21-3 loss at the Carolina Panthers.

Ravens' Odafe Oweh circled Buccaneers game due to 'GOAT' Tom Brady

Oweh and company may be seeing Brady and the Buccaneers at an ideal time.