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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

Panthers trading for Browns' Baker Mayfield not 'imminent'?

Cleveland isn't yet ready to eat a massive chunk of the fully guaranteed $18.858 million Mayfield is owed for 2022 to complete a trade. 

Pro Bowler Wyatt Teller: Deshaun Watson 'perfect' for Browns offense

Cleveland Browns Pro Bowl guard Wyatt Teller offered high praise for the team's new signal caller on Friday.

Davidson to retire Stephen Curry's No. 30 jersey in August

Curry starred at Davidson from 2006 to 2009 and holds the school's all-time records for points, three-pointers, free throws, field goals and steals.

NFL reportedly wants Deshaun Watson suspended for one full season

There is yet another indication that the NFL is on the verge of dropping a ban-hammer down on Watson. 

Former NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer struck, killed pedestrian in accident

Clint Bowyer, a former NASCAR driver and current Fox Sports personality, was involved in a tragic accident this month.  According to TMZ Sports and The Associated Press (h/t ESPN), Bowyer struck and killed a woman on an exit ramp off of U.S.

WR Brandon Aiyuk: 49ers have 'special quarterback' in Trey Lance

Officially, there remain more questions than answers about who will start at quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers this fall. Veteran Jimmy Garoppolo

Report: NFL, NFLPA could reach negotiated punishment for Deshaun Watson

The status of Cleveland Browns star quarterback Deshaun Watson for the 2022 NFL season very much so remains up in the air as the summer months quickly approach.

Forward Sammy Blais signs one-year contract with Rangers

New York Rangers forward Sammy Blais did not get to take part in the club's exciting playoff run this spring, as he went down with a torn ACL in his right knee on Nov. 14 and missed the rest of the season.

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones dismisses links to Sean Payton

Almost immediately after Sean Payton surprised many in the football world by stepping down as head coach of the New Orleans Saints in January, he was linked with the Dallas Cowboys as a potential replacement for Mike McCarthy.

Christian Eriksen to leave Brentford for Tottenham or Manchester United?

The 30-year-old, who suffered cardiac arrest featuring for Denmark at the UEFA European Championship in June 2021, completed a remarkable comeback to competitive football and joined Brentford in late January.

Panthers HC Matt Rhule: 'Significant' upgrade could still replace Sam Darnold

Rhule added Darnold needs to work with offensive coordinator Ben McAdoo and the rest of the staff to convince everyone involved he deserves to be QB1 in September.

Steelers' Mitchell Trubisky: 'We’ve built a great quarterback room so far'

Mitch Trubisky will enter the summer months leading whatever quarterback competition the Steelers plan on staging during training camp and the preseason

Jadeveon Clowney re-signed with Browns to link back up with Deshaun Watson

Clowney and Watson were teammates in Houston earlier in their pro careers. Clowney admitted he wanted to follow Watson this offseason. 

Texans GM Nick Caserio: Deshaun Watson trade can't be undone

Texans general manager Nick Caserio made it clear that the Browns are essentially attached to the 26-year-old QB.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver to miss Game 6 of NBA Finals due to health and safety protocols

Silver remains in the protocols and won't attend Game 6 in Boston. The Warriors will receive the trophy from NBA deputy commissioner Mark Tatum if they close things out in front of a hostile crowd. 

Mets' Max Scherzer throws sim game, could begin rehab assignment on Tuesday

"Felt good the entire time, threw all my pitches, so everything's good," Scherzer explained following Thursday's throwing session. 

Cowboys cut mandatory minicamp short, release veterans early

McCarthy had the Cowboys practice Tuesday before the team held a bonding event at Topgolf on Wednesday. He then allowed veterans to leave for their summer break instead of practicing on Thursday.

Golden Knights HC Bruce Cassidy: 'This is not some sort of a revenge tour'

Cassidy discussed his philosophy in his new gig, adding that he wanted to stay unemployed for as short a time as possible.

Browns Pro Bowler Wyatt Teller wants Baker Mayfield to 'have success wherever he goes'

Mayfield continues to receive endorsements from teammates now that he's been replaced by Deshaun Watson atop the club's depth chart.

Commanders TE Logan Thomas supporting WR Terry McLaurin: 'Do your thing'

McLaurin posted team highs last season with 77 catches, 130 targets, 1,053 receiving yards and five touchdown grabs.

Steelers' Minkah Fitzpatrick: Playoff loss to Chiefs an 'embarrassment'

The last time the football world saw the Pittsburgh Steelers in action, they were blown out to the tune of 42-21 in a playoff game at the Kansas City Chiefs.

Lamar Jackson expects to be with Ravens for entire career

One of the more curious stories of the NFL offseason has involved Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson, who is in the final year of his rookie contract but hasn't been eager to engage in extension negotiations.

Former NFL, UFC star Greg Hardy signs with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship

Former NFL star defensive end-turned-Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight Greg Hardy has once again journeyed down a different career path.

Tom Brady: 'I could play as long as I’m willing to make the commitment'

Brady playing until he turns 50 now seems to be off the table, but it also sounds as if he's not yet ready to embark on a confirmed retirement tour this fall.