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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

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin 'excited about being uncomfortable' with QB situation

Tomlin hasn't yet named a starter and seems to be preparing for a legitimate competition between his three QBs during training camp.

Mets' Dominic Smith vows: 'I’ll help this team win ballgames'

One of the reasons the New York Mets felt so comfortable with designating well-liked veteran Robinson Cano for assignment in early May was that doing so provided additional opportunities and at-bats for first baseman and outfielder Dominic Smith.

Retired QB Ryan Fitzpatrick 'not sure' if he could still play in NFL

Popular veteran Ryan Fitzpatrick was supposed to serve as the starting quarterback for the then-named Washington Football Team during the 2021 NFL season

Steelers' Diontae Johnson the next WR to earn a 'big-money' deal?

If nothing else, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool elicited plenty of reactions when he said during a recent appearance on the "I Am Athlete" podcast that he considers himself "a top-five receiver" and even "a top-three receiver" in the entire NFL.  Respectfully, the numbers indicate otherwise.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin: RB Najee Harris is 'a born leader'

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin generated plenty of headlines during a recent edition of "The Pivot Podcast" when he made it known that star

Mets' Jeff McNeil day-to-day with hamstring tightness

Jeff McNeil was left out of the lineup for Tuesday's game at the Houston Astros, but manager Buck Showalter didn't seem too concerned about the issue.

NFL insider compares Steelers' Kenny Pickett situation to Packers' Jordan Love

Pickett has an uphill battle to unseat Trubisky from the top spot atop the depth chart during training camp and the preseason. 

Steelers sign DT Larry Ogunjobi to one-year deal after visit

It's been somewhat of a tumultuous offseason for Ogunjobi, who was set to join the Bears in March but had that agreement scrapped after he failed a physical for an unknown reason.

49ers' Arik Armstead defends Jimmy Garoppolo, expects 'great things from' Trey Lance

Garoppolo has routinely been named as arguably the biggest reason the club failed to win a title, paving the way for Lance to be named the 49ers' starter.

Retired QB Ryan Fitzpatrick joins Amazon as NFL 'TNF' analyst

Ryan Fitzpatrick has agreed to become a pregame analyst for Amazon Prime Video's "Thursday Night Football" coverage.

Steelers' Mike Tomlin on Antonio Brown: 'Success is a slippery red carpet'

Mike Tomlin made it clear on a recent edition of "The Pivot Podcast" that Antonio Brown has played his last snap for the Steelers, even though the 33-year-old may eventually sign a one-day contract to retire with the franchise.

Mets ace Jacob deGrom could make season debut 'around the All-Star break'?

It's unclear when deGrom may face live batters before he's penciled in for a rehab assignment. Next month's All-Star break begins on July 18. 

Neymar, others unharmed after jet makes emergency landing in Brazil

A private jet carrying Neymar and other individuals was forced to make an emergency landing in the Brazilian city of Boa Vista after the Cessna 680 Citation model experienced technical problems.

PFN ranks Steelers' Mike Tomlin third-best head coach in NFL

Andy Reid of the Kansas City Chiefs topped the list, and New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick checked in at No. 2. 

USMNT to play World Cup warmups vs. Japan, Saudi Arabia

The United States Men's National Team know they'll open the 2022 FIFA World Cup held in Qatar against Wales on Monday, Nov. 21. It was confirmed on Tuesday who the Americans will meet for September warmup friendlies.

NFL: Deshaun Watson settling cases 'has no impact' on disciplinary process

The Browns open training camp on July 27 and would like to know by then if Watson or backup Jacoby Brissett will be their starter for Week 1 in September.

FOX's Greg Olsen wants to make being replaced by Tom Brady 'hard as hell'

Announcer Kevin Burkhardt and former player Greg Olsen will serve as FOX’s No. 1 broadcast crew for NFL games during the 2022 season, but Olsen already knows he's merely keeping the seat warm.

Insider suggests Steelers could look to trade QB Mason Rudolph

Rudolph has logged 10 career NFL regular-season starts and holds a 5-4-1 record. In 17 total appearances, he's completed 61.5% of his passes for 2,366 yards with 16 touchdowns and 11 interceptions.

Christian Eriksen reportedly rejects Manchester United transfer

Jamie Jackson of the Guardian reports that Eriksen rejected a move to United in favor of "either remaining at Brentford or returning to Tottenham."

Attorney: 20 of 24 cases against Browns QB Deshaun Watson have settled

Ashley Solis, the first plaintiff to file a lawsuit against Watson, and three other individuals are moving forward with their cases as of now. 

Steelers' Chase Claypool compares Kenny Pickett to Joe Burrow

If nothing else, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Chase Claypool generated plenty of headlines during his recent appearance on the "I Am Athlete" podcast.

Browns considering 'significant stadium renovation' over building a new venue?

For a piece published on Friday, Ken Prendergast of NEOtrans reported that Cleveland Browns owners Jimmy and Dee Haslam are "leaning toward building a new stadium versus renovating the existing FirstEnergy Stadium."

Manchester United reportedly make initial contact with Christian Eriksen

New United manager Erik ten Hag "is a long-term admirer" of Eriksen, who tallied a goal and four assists across 11 appearances with Brentford.

Mets reportedly signing OF Ender Inciarte to minor league deal

Outfielder Ender Inciarte could soon find himself back on an MLB roster.

Chargers HC Brandon Staley: QB Justin Herbert becoming a better leader

Head coach Brandon Staley recently told Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated that Justin Herbert is growing as it pertains to off-the-field attributes.