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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

NFL analyst thinks Steelers should start rookie QB Kenny Pickett

While the consensus belief is that Mitch Trubisky will be under center for the Steelers in Week 1, at least one NFL analyst believes that would be a mistake. 

Report: Panthers don't intend to trade Sam Darnold after acquiring Baker Mayfield

The Panthers have a crowded quarterback room following Wednesday's trade for Mayfield but that doesn't mean they'll be looking to ship out a QB.

Panthers OL Austin Corbett: QB Baker Mayfield is 'all about winning'

Corbett played with Mayfield in Cleveland and reacted positively to the Panthers' acquisition of the quarterback. 

Mets' Chris Bassitt on track to return Friday vs. Marlins

The Mets got some more good news regarding their rotation. 

Buccaneers' Mike Evans believes Rob Gronkowski will stay retired?

Former Bucs teammate Mike Evans suggested in recent comments he thinks Rob Gronkowski is content with his latest decision to retire because of his health. 

Panthers' Robbie Anderson has no issue with new QB Baker Mayfield

Anderson made comments in April that indicated he didn't want to play with Mayfield. 

Browns thank QB Baker Mayfield after trade to Panthers

Mayfield's tenure in Cleveland may not have ended on a high note, but he did lead the 2020 Browns to the franchise's first playoff appearance since 2002 and its first playoff win since the 1994 season — for which owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam are appreciative.

Tigers haven't heard from Eduardo Rodriguez since he went on restricted list

Rodriguez has not been paid during his stint on the restricted list.

Saints QB Jameis Winston ditches brace on surgically repaired knee

Winston had utilized a brace throughout organized team activities and mandatory minicamp.

Mets ace Jacob deGrom to make second rehab start Friday

The ace will take the next step in his return from injury on Friday. 

Terry McLaurin 'really excited' to see what Carson Wentz achieves with Commanders

McLaurin sounds excited about having Wentz leading the offense in Washington. 

Steelers CB Justin Layne named on 'roster bubble' ahead of training camp

While Layne has found a home with Pittsburgh's special-teams unit, the 24-year-old has yet to prove he deserves anything resembling a full-time gig in the secondary.

Report: 'Far from certain' Jacob deGrom will stay with Mets past 2022 season

At the moment, the most important thing for all involved is that deGrom reclaims his best form as soon as possible and remains healthy through at least early October.

Unidentified Premier League player facing multiple allegations of rape

The player's club, also left unnamed, declined to comment. His status for preseason activities wasn't known as of Wednesday afternoon local time.

Can Browns void Deshaun Watson contract if 'new' allegations came to light?

It's unclear if the filing of any new lawsuits would allow the Browns to explore canceling the signal-caller's contract or if they'd even be interested in doing so at this point.

Mets' Max Scherzer reportedly bought feast, AirPods for minor league teammates

Scherzer took generosity to the next level with his minor league teammates.

Cavaliers reportedly agree to one-year deal with Raul Neto

The Cavaliers haven't yet made a major splash in the free-agent market, but they've done well to add some depth. 

Mets to offer Jacob deGrom update on Saturday

The New York Mets are slowly but surely inching toward having both of their aces together in the rotation for the first time and on Saturday we should have a clearer picture of exactly when that might happen.

Nicholas Paul staying with Lightning on seven-year, $22.05 million contract

It appears that forward Nicholas Paul was just fine with extending his stay in Florida. 

Mets ace Max Scherzer to return Tuesday at Reds

In what's become a rarity for the Mets, there is good news regarding their battered rotation: Max Scherzer will be coming off the injured list to start at the Reds on Tuesday.

Veteran DT Beau Allen retires from NFL

Allen ends his pro career with 16 regular-season starts across 90 games, 117 total tackles, 2.5 sacks, a fumble recovery and 15 quarterback hits to go along with his Super Bowl ring. 

Steelers QB Mitch Trubisky named 'overvalued player' for 2022 NFL season

Pittsburgh gave the 27-year-old a chance to resurrect his career following the retirement of future Hall of Famer Ben Roethlisberger, but some clearly assume this experiment will end poorly for all involved.

Steelers' Mike Tomlin ranked fourth-best NFL coach for 2022 season

Tomlin has put together an impressive career but is facing arguably his biggest challenge in 2022. 

Cardinals' Justin Pugh wants new deal for Kyler Murray before training camp

Arizona Cardinals general manager Steve Keim assured everyone in late May that he was confident "we'll be able to get something done this summer" regarding a contract extension for two-time Pro Bowl quarterback Kyler Murray. 

Ravens' Jaylon Ferguson died from combined effects of fentanyl, cocaine, death ruled accidental

The NFL community was shocked and saddened to learn on June 22 that Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Jaylon Ferguson had unexpectedly passed away at the age of 26.