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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

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.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin happy Kenny Pickett is 'playing to win'

Despite Pickett's limited play, ESPN stats show his seven interceptions are the third most thrown by any signal-caller this season.

Jerry Jones confident Dak Prescott will be sharp vs. Bears

In his first game back from injury, Prescott completed 19-of-25 passes for 207 yards and a touchdown in the 24-6 victory over Detroit that improved the Cowboys to 5-2 on the season.

Agent: Yankees' Aaron Judge could get $500 million in free agency

One thing is sure: Judge is set to get an enormous payday coming off a monster campaign.

Buccaneers' Byron Leftwich: 'You're not beating anybody in this league scoring three points'

Tampa Bay Buccaneers offensive coordinator Byron Leftwich offered an honest assessment of his portion of the squad coming off Sunday's 21-3 loss at the Carolina Panthers that dropped the Bucs to 3-4 on the season.  "People want to see points on the board.

Giants' Julian Love defends Daniel Jones showing 'passion' after dropped pass

Jones appeared to yell, "Catch the ball!" toward Marcus Johnson immediately after a drop.

Have Giants made WR Kadarius Toney available before trade deadline?

ESPN's Jordan Raanan hinted that the Giants potentially could shop wide receiver and 2021 first-round draft pick Kadarius Toney. 

Buccaneers' Tom Brady trolled for comparing NFL season to military deployment

People have had some online fun over the fact that Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady recently landed in hot water for comparing the NFL season to a military deployment.

MLB insider: Other teams think Yankees will re-sign Aaron Judge

It was reported before Judge set a new AL single-season record of 62 home runs that the four-time All-Star selection could earn up to $375 million over 10 years via his next contract.

Tom Brady reiterates commitment to Buccaneers amid retirement whispers

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady has insisted he's committed to playing through at least this season.

Elijah Moore back with Jets, expected to be active vs Patriots in Week 8

Moore requested a trade and was subsequently kept out of the Week 7 game.

Giants' Daniel Jones on pace to set season record for game-winning drives?

The Giants next play at the 4-3 Seattle Seahawks this coming Sunday before Big Blue enjoys its bye week.