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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

Former USWNT goalkeeper Hope Solo 'mother-shamed around the world' over DWI arrest

Solo announced in late April she was entering an in-patient rehabilitation center "to address my challenges with alcohol" and pled guilty in July.

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski not ready to discuss facing Baker Mayfield in Week 1

Mayfield starting against his former team will be one of the top storylines of NFL Week 1 but the Browns coach isn't ready to discuss it just yet.

49ers QB Trey Lance opens up about 'hidden' finger injury

For a piece published by Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated on Monday, Lance offered more specifics on what Breer called a "hidden" injury that supposedly "derailed" Lance's rookie season.

Former Cleveland OF Kenny Lofton sued, accused of sending lewd photos

Per a document obtained by TMZ Sports, Lofton is being sued by an individual named Brandyn Toney.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott not in top 10 for most accurate NFL quarterbacks?

Dak Prescott completed 68.8 percent of his throws last season, good for fourth among eligible signal-callers.

Two Indiana State football players killed in single-vehicle crash

The Indiana State Sycamores football program suffered a horrific tragedy.

Giants rookie Kayvon Thibodeaux out three to four weeks with MCL sprain

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, Thibodeaux has been diagnosed with a sprained MCL that will keep him sidelined for approximately three-to-four weeks.

Browns QB Deshaun Watson begins mandatory counseling

As part of the settlement agreed upon by the NFL and NFL Players Association, Watson's deal "requires compliance with a professional evaluation and treatment plan" for him to be eligible to return to the field.

Panthers announce Baker Mayfield as starting quarterback over Sam Darnold

Baker Mayfield didn't have to wait long to once again be QB1.

Tom Brady returns to Buccaneers after 11-day absence

Brady is back with the Bucs after an extended absence.

Rob Gronkowski, family to take part in 'UFC 278 with The Gronks' 'GronkCast'

Rob Gronkowski will be joined by brothers and also father for a special alternate "GronkCast" that will be available to those who purchase the "UFC 278: Usman vs. Edwards 2" show via ESPN+. 

Mitchell Trubisky: Steelers more of 'a family vibe organization' than Bears

"I would say it's a family vibe organization," Trubisky said of the Steelers. "They take care of the players and it's very transparent with communication and just what's expected here." 

Did Mitchell Trubisky want to sign with Giants over Steelers?

Before Mitchell Trubisky signed with Pittsburgh, he was repeatedly linked with the New York Giants for understandable reasons.

49ers CEO Jed York: 'We're happy to keep' Jimmy Garoppolo on the roster

While it's widely expected the QB will eventually land elsewhere, York repeated that Garoppolo ultimately could stay put.

Buccaneers HC Todd Bowles: 'I know exactly when' Tom Brady is coming back

Todd Bowles offered somewhat of an update on the Tom Brady situation while speaking with reporters ahead of the weekend.

Analyst: 'Browns must trade for Jimmy Garoppolo' after Deshaun Watson suspension

Trading for Garoppolo now so he is good to go Week 1 may be a risk worth taking for the Browns. 

Braves to receive soft-serve ice cream machine for series win over Mets

It appears the Braves had some ice cream motivation for downing the Amazins.

Bruce Arians could become Buccaneers' offensive play-caller in 2023 if Byron Leftwich leaves?

It appears Arians may already be preparing for Leftwich's departure. 

Holdout won't settle because Browns' Deshaun Watson 'still refuses to admit that he harassed and committed indecent assault'

Shortly after it was learned earlier this month that NFL disciplinary officer Sue L. Robinson initially recommended a six-game suspension for Cleveland

Giants RB Saquon Barkley 'fed up' with critics who are 'All-Pros with clickers in their hand'

If nothing else, one doesn't have to guess if New York Giants big-name running back Saquon Barkley has noticed certain criticisms about his style and overall body of work as a pro. 

NFL accidentally leaked news on Deshaun Watson suspension early

It appears the NFL managed to mishandle how news of Watson's ban broke on Thursday.

Borussia Dortmund chief executive refutes Cristiano Ronaldo links

Borussia Dortmund chief executive Hans-Joachim Watzke has denied reports from multiple outlets saying that he's close to signing Ronaldo. 

Joe Girardi: 'I do want to manage again' after Phillies experience

Joe Girardi was unceremoniously fired as manager of the Philadelphia Phillies back in June when his club was sitting at 22-29.

Cleveland Rape Crisis Center 'stands with those who have been hurt' by Browns' Deshaun Watson

The settlement on Watson's punishment has understandably elicited strong reactions from both within and outside of the football community.  

Report: Browns 'are not going to trade for' Jimmy Garoppolo despite Watson's suspension

Head coach Kevin Stefanski insisted on Thursday the Browns will "stick to our plan" of starting journeyman backup Jacoby Brissett.