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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

Jared Goff addresses contract extension talks with Lions

Quarterback Jared Goff admitted during a news conference that he hasn't yet entered contract extension negotiations with the Detroit Lions but said he would be open to such discussions.

Bryce Young addresses size concerns ahead of NFL Draft

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Bryce Young has addressed the undeniable size concerns hovering over his status roughly one week before the 2023 NFL Draft gets underway. 

Browns' Deshaun Watson addresses Lamar Jackson contract saga

Watson and Jackson may be linked with each other for years to come for reasons that have little to do with being division rivals.

Vikings reportedly talked with 49ers about Trey Lance at combine

That rumor linking Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins with the San Francisco 49ers may have become more interesting heading into the NFL Draft.

Is Yankees' Aaron Judge recruiting Angels' Shohei Ohtani?

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge may have sent a not-so-subtle message to Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott reacts to Jalen Hurts contract, Lamar Jackson saga

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott has reacted to Philadelphia Eagles starter Jalen Hurts receiving a massive contract.

Phil Simms unconvinced Tom Brady will call NFL games for Fox

Add former quarterback and current 'The NFL Today' analyst Phil Simms to the list of people unconvinced Tom Brady will ever call a league game for Fox. 

Charles Barkley offers Ravens QB Lamar Jackson contract advice

NBA legend Charles Barkley has offered some free advice to Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson regarding contract negotiations that are seemingly going nowhere. 

Jalen Carter addresses January incident impacting NFL Draft status

Georgia Bulldogs star defensive tackle Jalen Carter has addressed the January incident that hovers over his status heading into the opening night of the NFL Draft.

Desmond Ridder speaks out about Falcons, Lamar Jackson rumors

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Desmond Ridder reportedly never worried about losing the QB job to Lamar Jackson because he has assumed since Dec. 2022 that the job was his to lose.

Panthers GM addresses Bryce Young size concerns ahead of draft

Handfuls of analysts have suggested that Young may struggle to adjust and remain healthy playing against top-tier defenses due to the fact that he measured in at 5-foot-10 1/8 and weighed 204 pounds at the combine.

Bills' Damar Hamlin reveals cause of cardiac arrest

Hamlin experienced his medical emergency seconds after what seemed to be a routine football play, a tackle of Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins. 

Insider offers update on Jets' plans for Zach Wilson

The New York Jets still plan to acquire quarterback Aaron Rodgers from the Green Bay Packers but also aren't giving up on 2021 first-round draft pick Zach Wilson.

Insiders compare Jalen Hurts contract with Lamar Jackson demands

Multiple NFL insiders have suggested the contract quarterback Jalen Hurts received from the Philadelphia Eagles will do Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson zero favors this spring. 

Brett Baty: Latest Mets promotion will be 'a lot different'

New York Mets third baseman Brett Baty sounds ready to make his latest MLB promotion a long-term stay.

Patriots OC Bill O’Brien preaches 'fresh start' amid Mac Jones rumors

Jones spent time working with O'Brien at the University of Alabama ahead of the 2021 draft, and the signal-caller seems excited to again be coached by his new coordinator.

Shohei Ohtani teases Red Sox fans with Fenway Park comment

Los Angeles Angels two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani has given Boston Red Sox fans some hope regarding his future via a comment he made about Fenway Park.

Report about Browns spending seasons in Columbus refuted

A local news outlet has offered a strong response to a report that suggested the Cleveland Browns could spend multiple NFL seasons in Columbus later this decade.

Insider: Packers, Jets may not complete Aaron Rodgers trade before June 1

It appears the saga involving the Green Bay Packers, quarterback Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets could drag on for multiple additional months.  In

Browns could reportedly spend years in Columbus during stadium rebuild

It sounds like the Cleveland Browns could have a temporary home later this decade.

Texans GM offers insight on Houston's draft night plans

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio isn't going anywhere and sounds ready to sell the No. 2 pick in the 2023 NFL Draft for the right price.

Giants' Daniel Jones addresses potential locker room issues amid absences

Giants quarterback Daniel Jones sounds unconcerned about potential locker-room issues linked with unhappiness felt by defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence and running back Saquon Barkley this spring. 

Insider provides update on what Ravens offered Lamar Jackson

Insider Ian Rapoport of NFL Network has offered an update regarding contract talks between the Baltimore Ravens and quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Texans GM Nick Caserio addresses rumors of Patriots return

Houston Texans general manager Nick Caserio referenced a popular movie and meme to address rumors regarding a potential return to the New England Patriots this spring. 

Rams' Matthew Stafford addresses status amid retirement rumors

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford has again done all he can to silence talk about a possible retirement before the 2023 NFL season.