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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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Colts GM makes strong statement about Anthony Richardson Sr. trade rumors

Colts general manager Chris Ballard attempted to silence the Anthony Richardson Sr. trade rumors.

Browns GM explains drafting of Shedeur Sanders after Dillon Gabriel pick

Many people have wondered why the Browns traded up in the fifth round of the 2025 NFL Draft to take Colorado quarterback Shedeur Sanders after selecting Gabriel in the third round.

Could Buccaneers feature Rookie of the Year candidate in 2025?

ESPN's Dan Graziano mentioned Wednesday that Emeka Egbuka could emerge as Tampa Bay's leading receiver by the time the season ends.

Former NFL QB shares harsh truth about Browns' Shedeur Sanders

As debate continues to rage around Sanders, one former quarterback summed up the situation bluntly.

When Deshaun Watson could force Browns into awkward QB decision

Dan Labbe of the Cleveland Plain Dealer addressed when Deshaun Watson could be cleared to resume practicing.

Health isn't only reason Dolphins could make big Tua Tagovailoa move after 2025 season

Tua Tagovailoa's injury history isn't the only concern surrounding the 27-year-old entering September.

Why Giants believe Russell Wilson, Jameis Winston are vital for development of Jaxson Dart

Ever since the New York Giants made Jaxson Dart the 25th overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft, head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen have insisted they want Dart to develop as a backup while sharing a quarterback room with starter Russell Wilson and fellow veteran Jameis Winston.

How Saints' Tyler Shough lost QB competition to Spencer Rattler

First-year New Orleans Saints head coach Kellen Moore confirmed that 2024 fifth-round draft pick Spencer Rattler will be the club's starting quarterback over rookie Tyler Shough for New Orleans' Week 1 game against the Arizona Cardinals.

Brandon Nimmo makes bold claim amid possible Mets resurgence

Brandon Nimmo suggested the best is still to come for the Mets.

Browns HC explains surprising quarterback decision

Stefanski addressed a decision made by the team at the quarterback position. 

Mets' Edwin Diaz offers advice to Ryan Helsley after latest nightmare performance

The New York Mets survived yet another brutal outing from relief pitcher Ryan Helsley Tuesday night.

Why Micah Parsons saga may be different than previous Cowboys contract standoffs

Jerry Jones has developed a habit of prolonging contract negotiations late into the summer. So far, that hasn't prevented deals from getting done. But is the Micah Parsons situation different?

Buccaneers cornerback expands on bold Super Bowl take

Tampa Bay Buccaneers cornerback Jamel Dean raised eyebrows when he recently said he felt the club's current squad is "better than the team that won the Super Bowl" in February 2021.

Mets seemingly have already made huge Carlos Mendoza decision

The Mets ended June 12 of the ongoing campaign with a record of 45-24. Since that time, however, they have been one of the most disappointing teams in MLB.

Bucs HC explains decision on QB once pegged as Tom Brady's replacement

Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles confirmed that Kyle Trask will be released on Tuesday.

Former GM blasts Giants for not embracing 'best chance to win'

Not everyone agrees with the way the Giants are handling things this summer.

Why NFL writer thinks it's 'hard to believe' Cowboys would make this Micah Parsons move

For an article published on Tuesday, Gilberto Manzano of Sports Illustrated offered an updated prediction regarding how the Parsons-Cowboys saga will end.

Jets center sends warning to NFL about Justin Fields ahead of 2025 season

The Jets center is among those associated with the team who believe Fields will silence doubters when the games begin to matter next month.

Aaron Rodgers makes big admission about supposed retirement plans

Is Rodgers reconsidering his plans beyond 2025?

More details emerge on Russell Wilson's impact on star receiver Malik Nabers

Wilson's impact on the Giants continues to garner praise.

How this offseason was different for Chiefs' Travis Kelce after Super Bowl loss

Kelce recently suggested he wanted to embrace more of a football-first mindset.

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers sends message to Jets fans ahead of Week 1 showdown

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will experience somewhat of a homecoming when the Steelers open the upcoming season with a matchup at the New York Jets.

Bengals' Trey Hendrickson speaks honestly about unsettled future after receiving pay raise

The Bengals should have Trey Hendrickson in the lineup for their Week 1 game at the Browns after he accepted a revised contract that gave him a $14M pay raise for the 2025 season. His future beyond the 2025 season remains in question, however.

Colts HC reveals how Anthony Richardson Sr. is handling latest demotion

Richardson officially lost the competition for the Indianapolis starting job to free-agency signing Daniel Jones.

Rams' Sean McVay shares major Matthew Stafford update for Week 1 game vs. Texans

Stafford resumed practicing ahead of this past weekend after he spent the first few weeks of training camp recovering from what appeared to be a worrisome back injury.