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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

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa 'working on strength' after injury-plagued season

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is doing whatever he can this offseason to attempt to avoid the type of injury issues that impacted him throughout the 2022-23 campaign. 

Former Giants QB knows ownership is high on HC Brian Daboll

Former New York Giants backup quarterback and current NFL Network personality David Carr got more than just a chuckle out of a comment team co-owner John Mara made about head coach Brian Daboll.

Watch: Chiefs' Travis Kelce throws terrible first pitch at Guardians game

Kansas City Chiefs tight end and Cleveland Heights alum Travis Kelce went viral Friday afternoon for the type of spike he'd probably prefer to forget. 

Former Patriots assistant addresses Bill Belichick, Mac Jones rumors

Former New England Patriots assistant to the coaching staff Michael Lombardi is reacting to a rumor that head coach Bill Belichick "shopped" quarterback Mac Jones.

Insider hints Ravens could draft Lamar Jackson replacement

There's yet another indication that some within the Baltimore Ravens are at least thinking about acquiring a potential replacement for star quarterback Lamar Jackson.

Dana White not buying crossover potential of UFC and WWE

Even with a reported merger expected, UFC president Dana White sees little crossover potential with the WWE.

Mets owner Steve Cohen blasts 'entitled' people amid slow start

New York Mets owner Steve Cohen made it known before Friday's home opener against the Miami Marlins he wasn't thrilled with reactions to his club's 3-4 start to the season. 

Insider proposes 49ers-Patriots trade involving Trey Lance, Mac Jones

NFL insider Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk believes he has a solution that could benefit the San Francisco 49ers and New England Patriots.

Mets broadcaster struggling to adapt to pitch clock

It turns out older pitchers aren't the only individuals with the New York Mets still working to adapt to the new MLB pitch clock.

Insider debunks 49ers-Aaron Rodgers theory amid Jets uncertainty

Green Bay Packers beat writer Matt Schneidman of The Athletic isn't sold that the San Francisco 49ers will swoop in and steal quarterback Aaron Rodgers from the New York Jets.

Pitch clock may have Mets' older pitchers rattled

At least one National League scout believes some New York Mets starting pitchers are struggling to adapt to the new pitch clock in regular-season action due to their ages.

Former NFL GM predicts where Ravens' Lamar Jackson will play in 2023

Former New Orleans Saints and Miami Dolphins general manager Randy Mueller speaks out on who he think Lamar Jackson will play for this coming season. 

Mets' Francisco Lindor still a fan of new rules

Lindor was excited to see the shift disappear, and he hopes it highlights his defensive prowess and puts him back on the Gold Glove radar.

Hall of Famer: Mac Jones should demand trade from Patriots

Pro Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe thinks quarterback Mac Jones should take his future into his own hands and request a trade from the New England Patriots this spring. 

Former GM explains why Cardinals can't trade DeAndre Hopkins

Former Arizona Cardinals general manager Steve Keim isn't wondering why the club hasn't yet traded star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft. 

Sports finance expert hints Ravens' Lamar Jackson should hire agent

Sports finance expert Marc Ganis "works closely with NFL owners" and has suggested the time has come for Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson to work with a proven agent. 

Insider: Patriots QB Mac Jones 'came up a few times' in trade calls

An NFL insider added further smoke to the string of rumors relating to the New England Patriots and QB Mac Jones.

Brandin Cooks has 'no ego' as part of Cowboys offense

New Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Brandin Cooks has embraced the idea of working with fellow receivers CeeDee Lamb and Michael Gallup, even if it means fewer targets.

PETA has special request for LeBron James' Starbucks location

The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has made a special request to Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James. 

Broncos' Sean Payton gives his thoughts on watching Russell Wilson film

New Denver Broncos head coach Sean Payton didn't hold back when discussing how quarterback Russell Wilson played during the 2022 NFL season. 

Former Patriots assistant blasts Mac Jones over Bill Belichick drama

It appears there is no end in sight for the takes surrounding Mac Jones and Bill Belichick. Former NFL coach and Pats assistant Eric Mangini is the latest to offer his take.

Spanish football expert: Lionel Messi has not decided on future despite reports

Spanish football expert Guillem Balague has refuted claims that Paris Saint-Germain superstar Lionel Messi has made any decision about his playing future.

Dan Patrick reports Patriots are 'split' on Mac Jones, Bailey Zappe

The quarterback controversy in New England appears to be continuing well into the offseason.

Aaron Hicks understands getting booed by Yankees fans

New York Yankees outfielder Aaron Hicks has made it known he doesn't love getting booed during home games but also gets that it's up to him to eliminate such jeers.

Rob Gronkowski believes one team is a good fit for Ravens' Lamar Jackson

New England Patriots legend Rob Gronkowski has hinted that Baltimore Ravens star Lamar Jackson would be the right quarterback to play under head coach Bill Belichick.