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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

Broncos' Russell Wilson 'super confident' he'll play Thursday vs. Colts

Russell Wilson was nursing a right shoulder injury, but he didn't seem too concerned about it heading into the Broncos' "TNF" game.

Analyst names Giants' Saquon Barkley Offensive Player of the Year through first four weeks

Barkley currently leads the league in several categories, including total rushing yards and rushing yards per games.

Marriage of Buccaneers' Tom Brady, Gisele Bundchen reportedly 'beyond saving'

TMZ Sports reports that Brady and Bündchen had been on the hunt for divorce lawyers "for weeks" and that "the marriage is beyond saving" as things stand today. 

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott reportedly out Sunday vs. Rams

Backup Cooper Rush will look to win his fourth consecutive start in Prescott's absence.

Footballer ruled out for at least one game with Xbox-related injury

The 26-year-old suffered a hip muscle issue while playing on his Xbox.

Colts QB Matt Ryan: 'I think we're close, I really do'

Ryan has left plenty to be desired with his overall play, and the Colts are at 1-2-1 heading into Thursday night's game against the Broncos.

Father who famously helped son cross finish line at 1992 Olympics dies

Jim and Derek forever became a part of Olympic history when the latter suffered a brutal hamstring injury in the semifinal leg of the 400-meter event.

Robert Kraft reportedly wanted Patriots to start Bailey Zappe vs. Packers over Brian Hoyer

Kraft somewhat got his wish when Hoyer suffered a head injury in the first quarter of Sunday's contest.

Jerry Rice: 49ers' Deebo Samuel 'reminded me of someone' in win over Rams

Samuel impressed a legend with his Monday night performance. 

Shannon Sharpe blasts Antonio Brown over Gisele Bündchen picture amid Tom Brady rumors

Pro Football Hall of Famer Shannon Sharpe clearly wasn't amused by Brown's latest antics when discussing the matter on the Fox Sports 1 "Undisputed" program.

Cubs' Marcus Stroman gifts Guardians' Triston McKenzie promised Rolex

Marcus Stroman promised back in January that he would buy Triston McKenzie an expensive Rolex watch if McKenzie ended the 2022 MLB season with over 160 innings of work completed and an ERA of 3.70 or lower.

Can Kenny Pickett match Mac Jones' rookie season?

As Pickett takes over starting duties in Pittsburgh, can he match what Mac Jones did with the Patriots in his rookie season?

Stats show Matthew Stafford shoulders blame for Rams' woes

The Rams title defense is off to a shaky start. Is the quarterback at the heart of the issues?

Buccaneers' Tom Brady, Gisele Bündchen reportedly hire divorce lawyers

"Multiple sources" say that Brady and Bündchen have hired divorce attorneys amid ongoing rumors stating that Bündchen remains unhappy Brady ended his winter retirement to play at least one more season in the NFL. 

Manchester United reportedly ready for Cristiano Ronaldo to seek January exit

Ronaldo scored 24 goals across all competitions for United in the 2021-22 season but has thus far tallied one goal in eight games during the current campaign.

NYT estimates Aaron Judge 'has about 22 solid pitches' left to hit HR No. 62

There are only a few games left for Judge to take sole possession of the single-season AL HR record.

Tom Brady: Shoulder is 'OK' after scare in Chiefs game

Brady insisted during Monday's edition of the "Let's Go!" SiriusXM show and podcast with broadcaster Jim Gray that his shoulder is "doing OK".

Insider: Giants trading Saquon Barkley this fall would be 'ridiculous'

It was suggested ahead of this past weekend by former NFL quarterback and WFAN radio host Boomer Esiason, among others, that the Giants should look to shop Barkley.

Steelers reportedly sticking with Kenny Pickett over Mitchell Trubisky

Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin is expected to name rookie Kenny Pickett his new QB1 heading into this coming Sunday's game at the 3-1 Buffalo Bills. 

Cowboys' Dak Prescott needs 'a full week of prep before he plays'

Dak Prescott needs to get the blessing of head coach Mike McCarthy and others if his plan to return in the Cowboys' Week 5 game will become reality. 

Bucs HC Todd Bowles explains Cameron Brate concussion controversy

The NFL encountered yet another concussion-related controversy the Buccaneers tight end was cleared to return to what became a loss to the Chiefs after he had his bell rung before halftime.

Dolphins star WR Tyreek Hill didn't join Jets over state taxes?

Hill began Monday leading the NFL with 477 receiving yards, and he shares the league lead with Stefon Diggs of the Buffalo Bills for receptions with 31.

Stephen A. Smith insists Cowboys won't beat Eagles for NFC East title

The Cowboys play at the unbeaten Eagles in a "Sunday Night Football" clash on Oct. 16.

Insider offers update on why Panthers didn't trade for 49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo

The Niners are likely thankful they still have Jimmy G. after Trey Lance went down for the year, while the Panthers haven't gotten much out of Baker Mayfield under center.

Jayson Stark tabs Orioles' Brandon Hyde Manager of the Year over Guardians' Terry Francona

Francona is considered the favorite for the award, but Stark explained why he went a different direction.