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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

Christian Eriksen says Tottenham didn't offer a return before he joined Manchester United

Eriksen said talks of a return to Tottenham were simply rumor. 

Attorney confirms Browns QB Deshaun Watson has settled three more cases

Two grand juries previously declined to indict Watson on criminal charges, and his legal team had settled 20 of 24 civil lawsuits brought against him.

Ravens OC Greg Roman on QB Lamar Jackson: 'I think it's the best I've ever seen him throw it'

If Jackson is at all distracted by his contract situation, it wasn't noticeable in his early camp performances. 

49ers QB Trey Lance admits to 'sloppy' Friday practice

Lance went 3-of-10 with an interception during Friday's team drills and was calm yet honest when assessing the offense's overall performance.

Steelers WR Chase Claypool injures shoulder during Friday practice

Mike Tomlin later explained that the issue is "probably not serious" and that the Steelers don't have a "high level of concern" regarding Claypool's long-term availability.

Cristiano Ronaldo teases he will play for Man United on Sunday vs. Rayo Vallecano

The alleged transfer saga involving the Manchester United superstar took multiple interesting turns ahead of the weekend. 

Steelers' DeMarvin Leal among rookies analyst 'can't wait to watch in training camp/preseason'

This past spring, Pittsburgh selected defensive lineman and Texas A&M Aggies product DeMarvin Leal in the third round of the NFL Draft via overall pick No. 84.

Giants HC Brian Daboll: 'I've been very happy' with WR Kadarius Toney

"I think he’s a very loyal guy," Daboll said of Toney. "And you got to build trust with KT. And he had to build trust with me.

Premier League club: Player facing rape allegations can be selected for first-team duties

The individual had his bail extended from August until October and has already appeared in preseason exhibition contests. The player reportedly will immediately be suspended by his club if charged. 

Jacob deGrom joins Mets in Miami ahead of series vs. Marlins

The two-time National League Cy Young Award winner is not expected to pitch in Miami but could be good to go as soon as Monday's series opener at the Washington Nationals.

Cardinals' J.J. Watt criticizes 'bobblehead' Guardian Caps

Per an NFL resolution passed in March, all offensive linemen, defensive linemen, linebackers, and tight ends must wear protective Guardian Caps during

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski on waiting for Deshaun Watson news: 'You control the controllables'

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski was asked during his Friday press conference about having to prepare for the 2022 campaign without knowing if Watson will be available when the games begin to matter in September. 

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan: Jimmy Garoppolo 'throwing the heck out of the ball' after shoulder surgery

It's unclear if the 49ers will risk Garoppolo potentially suffering an injury by having him play in August preseason games so he can convince would-be buyers his shoulder is 100% ahead of the upcoming campaign.

Cristiano Ronaldo won't play in Manchester United friendly vs. Atletico Madrid

It's unclear if Ronaldo will feature for United in early August, but it's now known he won't be available for selection on the final Saturday of this month. 

Ryan Kerrigan to sign one-day contract with Commanders to retire

Veteran linebacker and defensive end Ryan Kerrigan has played his final snap in the NFL.  Zach Selby and Hannah Lichtenstein of the Washington Commanders'

Panthers' Sam Darnold, Baker Mayfield share first-team practice reps on Friday

Darnold received all of the first-team practice reps on Wednesday before Mayfield earned the honor for Thursday's session. On Friday, the two shared opportunities to work with the first-team offense. 

Steelers' Cameron Heyward: Diontae Johnson 'hold in' won't 'harm the team in any way'

Star wide receiver Diontae Johnson and placekicker Chris Boswell are two members of the Pittsburgh Steelers currently looking to secure long-term contract

Buccaneers Pro Bowl center Ryan Jensen to miss at least 'a couple of months' with left knee injury

The news only gets worse as it pertains to the status of Tampa Bay Buccaneers starting center and 2021 Pro Bowl selection Ryan Jensen, who was carted off

Report: No ruling on Browns' Deshaun Watson coming this week

It appears everyone involved will have to wait until August to learn an update on the status of Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson. 

Mets reliever Drew Smith on 15-day IL with strained right lat muscle

The Mets have placed right-handed reliever Drew Smith on the 15-day injured list retroactive to Monday due to a strained lat muscle in his right side.

Buccaneers GM: 'It would be hard to turn down' Rob Gronkowski return despite signings

Tampa Bay general manager Jason Licht admitted on Thursday that the figurative light is on for Gronkowski if he has second thoughts

Buccaneers Pro Bowl center Ryan Jensen feared to have serious knee injury

Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht told reporters the club may not have a definitive diagnosis on Jensen's setback for a few days because of swelling. 

Lamar Jackson, Ravens 'motivated' to sign contract extension before 2022 NFL season

Lamar Jackson remains in the final year of his rookie contract and continues to serve as his own agent for negotiations.

Cowboys TE Dalton Schultz: 'This is where I want to be'

Dallas Cowboys chief operating officer Stephen Jones insisted earlier this week that everyone involved wants tight end Dalton Schultz "to be a long-term"

49ers' Trey Lance: Jimmy Garoppolo 'helped me out with everything'

New 49ers starting QB Trey Lance confirmed during Thursday's media availability that he and Jimmy Garoppolo spoke inside the team's facility after the 22-year-old was officially named the club's starter.