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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

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Steelers' T.J. Watt nominated for ESPY's NFL Player of the Year

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp, Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor were also nominated.

Commanders' Sam Howell 'happy' to be teammates with Carson Wentz, Taylor Heinicke

Disaster likely would have to strike Washington for Howell to take a single snap in a meaningful game during his debut pro season, but he added he's "going to embrace my role" and do his best to get acclimated.

Steelers' Chase Claypool named 'fantasy football sleeper' for 2022

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool generated headlines and received a fair amount of criticism for saying during a recent appearance on the

Eli Manning 'excited' for Giants' Daniel Jones in new-look offense

The New York Giants hired ex-Buffalo Bills assistant general manager Joe Schoen to be their new general manager in January, and Schoen ultimately turned to former Bills offensive coordinator Brian Daboll to serve as his head coach with Big Blue.

Baker Mayfield on Browns: 'We're ready to move on, I think'

The Cleveland Browns controversially traded for star quarterback Deshaun Watson in March but still have 2018 first-overall draft pick Baker Mayfield on their roster.

Matteo Berrettini out of Wimbledon due to COVID-19

Berrettini practiced with Rafael Nadal on Centre Court last week and also interacted with Novak Djokovic. Neither Nadal nor Djokovic had mentioned experiencing any COVID-19 symptoms as of Tuesday afternoon.

Could Gareth Bale join Cardiff City from LAFC in summer of 2023?

Gareth Bale was born in Cardiff, and Cardiff City owner Vincent Tan told talkSPORT that the five-time UEFA Champions League winner could possibly feature for his hometown club during the 2023-24 season. 

Bengals 2022 season tickets are sold out after Super Bowl trip

The Cincinnati Bengals somewhat unexpectedly became the darlings of the AFC North last NFL season and completed an impressive journey all the way to Super Bowl LVI, where they fell to the Los Angeles Rams.

Mets transfer Tylor Megill to 60-day injured list

The 26-year-old who missed nearly a month of action this spring with right biceps tendinitis has logged nine starts this season and is 4-2 with a 5.01 ERA.

Lawsuit alleges 'at least 30 different women' may have experienced misconduct from Browns' Deshaun Watson

A greater number of women than previously thought may have experienced sexual misconduct on the part of current Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson.

A.J. McCarron looking to return to NFL after torn ACL injury

The free agent appeared on NFL Network's "Good Morning Football" on Monday and explained he's cleared for contact and would like another opportunity to join a pro roster. 

Watford cancels friendly vs. Qatar national team after fan backlash

English club Watford were on track to play a friendly against the Qatar national team but will no longer do so after they received backlash from fans.

Analyst predicts Kenny Pickett, George Pickens will make 2022 Offensive All-Rookie Team

Chad Reuter of the league's website is projecting that Kenny Pickett will be named to the NFL Offensive All-Rookie Team for the upcoming season. 

Francisco Lindor 'not trying to be the hero' for the Mets

Frsncisco Lindor began the final full week of June with a .246 average, but ESPN stats note that he's tied for fourth in the entire league with 56 RBI this season.

Marin Cilic out of Wimbledon due to COVID-19

Former Wimbledon finalist Marin Cilic will miss this year's Championship due to a positive COVID-19 test.  

Mason Rudolph named 'likeliest candidate' to be Steelers' backup QB over Kenny Pickett

The Pittsburgh Steelers are working through their three-headed quarterback competition and it's possible that Mason Rudolph will be higher in the pecking order than 1st rounder Kenny Pickett.

MLS club LAFC confirm signing of superstar Gareth Bale

LAFC announced the signing of Real Madrid superstar Gareth Bale on Monday afternoon and said the contract includes options through 2024. 

Steelers' Connor Heyward named a 'surprise offseason standout'

The Pittsburgh Steelers generated some smiles throughout the NFL community when they selected Michigan State tight end/fullback Connor Heyward in the sixth round of this year's draft. Looks like they may have picked up a keeper. 

Patriots TE Jonnu Smith: QB Mac Jones has 'so much dog in him'

A teammate has now offered some high praise of the 23-year-old ahead of July. 

Maple Leafs sign defenseman Timothy Liljegren to two-year, $2.8M extension

Liljegren appeared in 61 regular-season games for the 2021-22 NHL campaign.

Texans sued for alleged involvement in Deshaun Watson scandal

Deshaun Watson's legal battles continue to dominate the headlines for both his current and former teams.

Analyst says Steelers' Mitchell Trubisky will likely start over Kenny Pickett, Mason Rudolph

Mitchell Trubisky may not have already won the starting quarterback job for the Pittsburgh Steelers ahead of July, but a majority of indications suggest otherwise.

NFL not holding supplemental draft for third straight year

Teams were informed by the league Friday that there will be no summer supplemental draft for a third straight year.

Analyst 'likes' Steelers' QB combo despite uncertainty

The Steelers have Mitchell Trubisky, career No. 2 Mason Rudolph and first-round draft selection Kenny Pickett. Nevertheless, NFL.com's Adam Schein offered solid praise for Pittsburgh's situation.

Analyst thinks Mitchell Trubisky, Mason Rudolph could start over Kenny Pickett through losing season

If nothing else, NFL insider and former offensive lineman Ross Tucker elicited plenty of emotions during his Friday morning appearance on Pittsburgh's 93.7 The Fan.