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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

Seahawks' Mike Macdonald shoots down 'crazy' Sam Darnold chatter

Macdonald strongly supported his quarterback after a reportedly rough day at practice.

Titans' Calvin Ridley explains how Cam Ward has right mentality to succeed as rookie QB

Barring a surprising development, Ward will likely emerge as the Titans' Week 1 starting QB over 2023 second-round draft pick Will Levis at some point this summer.

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer offers big Micah Parsons update ahead of mandatory minicamp

Will Parsons be present when the Cowboys resume offseason preparations?

Analyst explains potential 'downside' of George Pickens, Cowboys marriage

ESPN NFL analyst Bill Barnwell offered one reason why George Pickens could become an unsettled talent with the Cowboys.

Analyst shares worrisome stats regarding Jets' Justin Fields

Justin Fields may only have eight games to prove he's the best overall player in the Jets' quarterback room this fall. 

Legendary Giants QB addresses when Jaxson Dart should start

Giants HC Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen have insisted throughout the spring that they feel the best way for Dart to develop is to do so as a backup for Russell Wilson throughout 2025. 

What stats show about Mets' Juan Soto being 'too passive at the plate'

The ongoing struggles of outfielder Juan Soto continue to overshadow the first-place New York Mets.

Saquon Barkley addresses shift in 'mindset' after Eagles' Super Bowl triumph

One couldn't blame Barkley and other Eagles players if they spent the organized team activities portion of the offseason program simply going through the motions coming off their Super Bowl LIX victory over the Chiefs. 

Giants safety shares how Russell Wilson, Jameis Winston are helping Jaxson Dart

Giants safety Jevon Holland touched upon how Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston are helping Jaxson Dart learn about life in the league during springtime workouts. 

Will Steelers' T.J. Watt receive extension before 2025 season?

Will Watt get a new deal before the start of the season?

Joel Bitonio reveals one wish for Browns' four-way QB competition

While speaking at the annual Cleveland Browns Foundation golf outing on Monday, Bitonio addressed the ongoing competition for the team's starting quarterback job.

Are Steelers preparing to not have Aaron Rodgers for 2025 season?

A recent report indicated that the Steelers could "start to look at other options" if Rodgers remains a free agent when players arrive for training-camp practices in July.

Report details unique way Cam Ward impressed Titans before, after 2025 NFL Draft

It's widely expected that the first overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft will eventually be named the club's Week 1 QB1 over 2023 second-round choice Will Levis. 

Former LB, former NFL GM address if Steelers should pursue Falcons' Kirk Cousins over Aaron Rodgers

Numerous reports have made it clear that the Steelers would rather sign Rodgers than make a trade for Cousins before training-camp practices get underway in July.

Baker Mayfield made significant change ahead of working with new Buccaneers OC

For the third time in his Tampa Bay Buccaneers tenure that began in March 2023, quarterback Baker Mayfield has a new offensive coordinator.

Browns' Joe Flacco expands on controversial 'mentor' comments

Flacco has attracted criticism and generated headlines for making it known on multiple occasions that he cares more about winning the starting QB job than about mentoring Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders. 

Lions' Jared Goff embracing 'challenge' of working with new OC

Will Goff and the Lions be able to replicate their recent success under a new offensive coordinator?

Buccaneers' Lavonte David expands on how Baker Mayfield is different than Tom Brady

Numerous members of the Bucs have noted over the past couple of years how Mayfield has been an ideal replacement for Brady following Brady's "for good" retirement in February 2023.

Insider explains why Browns won't use 2025 season to evaluate Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders

Cleveland grabbed Gabriel in the third round of the 2025 draft before the club took a flier on Sanders in the fifth round.

Mets' Juan Soto addresses possible breakout performances vs. Rockies

New York Mets outfielder Juan Soto hadn't hit a home run since May 9 before he went deep in back-to-back wins over the lowly Colorado Rockies this past weekend.

Russell Wilson discusses embracing opportunity with Giants

Wilson will once again look to regain his former Pro Bowl form after a pair of disappointing stints with the Broncos and Steelers.

Insider addresses how Browns likely feel about Myles Garrett skipping voluntary workouts

Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer shared why head coach Kevin Stefanski and others likely aren't losing sleep about Myles Garrett's whereabouts. 

Ex-teammate rips Browns' Joe Flacco over 'mentor' comments

During Friday's edition of the ESPN "Unsportsmanlike" program, Former NFL defensive lineman and Super Bowl champion Chris Canty ripped Joe Flacco's comments.