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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

Premier League club of arrested player reportedly knew of rape allegation last fall

It's unclear when the player and/or club could be identified. 

Colin Cowherd argues 49ers can't keep Jimmy Garoppolo with Trey Lance

The 49ers may be out of potential buyers for Garoppolo, barring an injury.

Mets reportedly hoping Jacob deGrom can make two MLB starts before trade deadline

The Mets are "hoping" deGrom can make two MLB starts before the Aug. 2 trade deadline so they can better determine if they need to make a move for a different starter before that date.

Jerry Rice: 49ers QB Trey Lance will 'have a successful year this year'

Hall of Fame WR Jerry Rice recently spoke with NFL Network and explained why fans should expect big things from the 22-year-old signal-caller this fall. 

QB position named biggest 'summer concern' for Steelers

One thing everybody seemingly can agree on before training camps open later this month is that the Steelers currently have more questions than answers regarding the sport's most important position. 

Mets' Chris Bassitt lashes out at MLB COVID-19 protocols: 'Stop testing it'

Bassitt tested positive for the virus at home and reported it to the Mets, a decision he now regrets.

Cristiano Ronaldo not traveling with Manchester United for preseason tour

The saga involving Premier League club Manchester United and superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has taken yet another interesting turn. 

Steelers a potential option for 49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo after Baker Mayfield trade?

When the Carolina Panthers officially agreed to trade with the Cleveland Browns to land Baker Mayfield on Wednesday, they did more than create a summer quarterback competition between Mayfield and fellow veteran signal-caller Sam Darnold.

Deebo Samuel teases returning to 49ers for 2022 NFL season?

Samuel may have offered an indication of his mindset ahead of training camp. 

Browns impressed with rookie WR David Bell

Cleveland wide receivers coach/pass game coordinator Chad O'Shea explained why the club remains high on Bell coming off springtime workouts and heading into training camp that opens later this month.

49ers' Trent Williams first offensive lineman to get 99 rating in 'Madden'

San Francisco 49ers left tackle Trent Williams has earned a total of nine Pro Bowl nods during his career that began when he was selected fourth overall in the 2010 NFL Draft.

Steelers' T.J. Watt an MVP candidate for 2022 NFL season?

It was recently pointed out that Steelers All-Pro edge-rusher and reigning Defensive Player of the Year T.J. Watt could make history by leading the league in sacks for a third straight season.

Report: NFL, Deshaun Watson not discussing punishment settlement

Watson had his hearing in front of NFL disciplinary officer Sue L. Robinson regarding allegations of sexual misconduct during massage sessions wrap up last week.

Drafting WR George Pickens named 'best offseason move' for Steelers by Pro Football Focus

The Steelers selected Georgia wide receiver George Pickens in the second round of this year's draft and then added Memphis product Calvin Austin III via a fourth-round choice.

Report: Jacob deGrom, Mets may need to address 'a few micro-aggressions'

SNY's Andy Martino noted that "it is far from certain that deGrom will remain in New York after this season."

QB named 'biggest weakness' for 2022 Steelers

With Ben Roethlisberger gone, Pittsburgh is searching for its next franchise QB.

Three Wimbledon security guards arrested over alleged fight

The three men were working for Knights Group Security, a company that is supplying security personnel for the summer Grand Slam. 

OF Travis Jankowski could return to Mets next week at Braves

Jankowski has been away from the Mets since he suffered a left fourth metacarpal fracture in late May that required him to undergo surgery.

NFL analyst thinks Steelers should start rookie QB Kenny Pickett

While the consensus belief is that Mitch Trubisky will be under center for the Steelers in Week 1, at least one NFL analyst believes that would be a mistake. 

Report: Panthers don't intend to trade Sam Darnold after acquiring Baker Mayfield

The Panthers have a crowded quarterback room following Wednesday's trade for Mayfield but that doesn't mean they'll be looking to ship out a QB.

Panthers OL Austin Corbett: QB Baker Mayfield is 'all about winning'

Corbett played with Mayfield in Cleveland and reacted positively to the Panthers' acquisition of the quarterback. 

Mets' Chris Bassitt on track to return Friday vs. Marlins

The Mets got some more good news regarding their rotation. 

Buccaneers' Mike Evans believes Rob Gronkowski will stay retired?

Former Bucs teammate Mike Evans suggested in recent comments he thinks Rob Gronkowski is content with his latest decision to retire because of his health. 

Panthers' Robbie Anderson has no issue with new QB Baker Mayfield

Anderson made comments in April that indicated he didn't want to play with Mayfield. 

Browns thank QB Baker Mayfield after trade to Panthers

Mayfield's tenure in Cleveland may not have ended on a high note, but he did lead the 2020 Browns to the franchise's first playoff appearance since 2002 and its first playoff win since the 1994 season — for which owners Dee and Jimmy Haslam are appreciative.