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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

Former Giants WR Hakeem Nicks selling Super Bowl XLVI ring

Former Giants wide receiver Hakeem Nicks was one of the heroes of the club's famous Super Bowl XLVI victory over the Patriots and he is now selling a piece of that history.

Insider: Jimmy Garoppolo, 49ers have 'mutual understanding' they'll part ways before season

One 49ers insider says Garoppolo has no future with the club past the preseason regardless of what's been said by others.

Raiders QB Derek Carr to 'just keep trying to play football' amid Tom Brady rumors

Carr said Tuesday he did not initially learn of White's story on Saturday, in part because he was helping somebody within the Raiders' franchise deal with a death. 

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski on 'hot seat' amid Deshaun Watson suspension?

The pressure might be turned on high for Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski.

ESPN analyst suggests Cowboys' Dak Prescott more set up for success now than in 2021

One ESPN analyst believes Prescott could be on the verge of producing a career season.

Magic Johnson: 'I have never donated blood' after old picture surfaces

Johnson is setting the record straight about a tweet that went viral recently.

Browns' Deshaun Watson running scout team until suspension starts Aug. 30

While Watson is not expected to play in this coming Saturday's preseason finale versus the Chicago Bears held in downtown Cleveland, he is still available to participate in practices until his ban starts. 

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan on Jimmy Garoppolo: 'I think any scenario is possible'

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan was asked Tuesday if Garoppolo could serve as Lance's backup for the regular-season opener at the Chicago Bears on Sept. 11.

Redshirt year mentioned as 'worst-case projection' for Steelers rookie Kenny Pickett

Don't look now, but Pickett may be closing the gap in the competition involving free-agent signing Mitchell Trubisky.

49ers think Seahawks would sign Jimmy Garoppolo if he's released?

Logic suggests Garoppolo would need multiple weeks with a new employer before he was ready to start. The 49ers probably have that in mind as it pertains to Jimmy G's status, as they host the Seahawks in Week 2.

Bills' Dawson Knox returns to practice after death of brother

Dawson Knox returned to the practice field Tuesday for the first time since he took a leave of absence five days ago. 

Radio host: Mets 'worried' about Jacob deGrom after return from latest injury

The Mets pushed back deGrom's scheduled start vs. the Yankees and haven't confirmed when he'll pitch next.

Daniel Jones listed on 'hot seat' for Giants over Saquon Barkley

The simple truth of the matter is that New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones and running back Saquon Barkley are both facing make-or-break NFL seasons. 

Browns' Myles Garrett would enjoy 'a couple sacks' of Panthers' Baker Mayfield in Week 1

Garrett won't feel any extra urgency when facing his former teammate in Week 1, but that doesn't mean he wouldn't enjoy taking him down a few times.

Watch: Mets fan threw out first pitch at Phillies home game

The New York Mets owned the division-rival Philadelphia Phillies in more ways than one during a weekend series held at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.

Kamaru Usman wants to complete Leon Edwards UFC trilogy in England

Usman spoke exclusively with TMZ Sports about potentially facing Edwards at Wembley Stadium in London for the title at some point in early 2023. 

Report: Mark Davis knew Dana White wanted Tom Brady to join Raiders in 2020

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady continues to see his name in headlines for reasons not directly related to his pursuit of an eighth career Super

Panthers QB Baker Mayfield focused on improving, not just beating Browns

As had been expected for at least a week, if not longer, Panthers head coach Matt Rhule announced on Monday that Mayfield will be his starting quarterback.

Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles: Tom Brady's absence wasn't a distraction

Bowles spoke with reporters after Monday's practice and noted the 45-year-old who has been with the Buccaneers since 2020 didn't appear rusty. 

Panthers' Sam Darnold will 'support' new starter Baker Mayfield

After losing the quarterback battle with newly-acquired Baker Mayfield, Sam Darnold's future with the Panthers and in the NFL, in general, is unclear.

Tiger Woods, Michael Jordan playable characters in 'PGA Tour 2K23' video game

Golf fans will soon be able to play as a pair of living legends in the virtual world.

Adam Schefter: Steelers' Kenny Pickett will start whenever 'Mitchell Trubisky has a stumble' this season

"I don't know when they're gonna get to Kenny Pickett, but they're gonna get to Kenny Pickett at some point in the season," ESPN's Adam Schefter explained.

Giants HC Brian Daboll on Kayvon Thibodeaux block: 'That’s part of the game'

"We’ll that’s the rules," Daboll said of the block while speaking with reporters shortly after Sunday's game that the Giants won 25-22.

Saints 'comfortable' if Jameis Winston sits all preseason after ACL tear

Saints head coach Dennis Allen suggested that Winston will remain a spectator through this coming Friday's preseason finale versus the Los Angeles Chargers.

Police investigating alleged sex act during Mariners vs. Athletics game

A person at the venue shared a video of the supposed act on social media, and that clip had been viewed nearly two million times as of Monday afternoon.