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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

Jets HC Robert Saleh has 'all the faith in the world' in Joe Flacco if Zach Wilson is out

If Wilson isn't ready for the start of the regular season Saleh has no concerns with Flacco being under center.

Settlement 'very possible' for Browns' Deshaun Watson after he expresses remorse over actions?

Watson officially took the field Friday in the preseason as he awaits final word on his punishment.

Alex Rodriguez 'heartbroken' over Fernando Tatis Jr.'s PED suspension

Rodriguez said he is "always available to help" but explained he won't directly reach out to Tatis. 

Insider: Steelers' Mason Rudolph 'is still the second-string quarterback' over Kenny Pickett

As good as the 24-year-old looked against Seattle's backups, Mark Madden of 105.9 The X and TribLIVE reminded everybody to keep expectations realistic heading into this coming Saturday's exhibition matchup at the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Manchester United deny deleted report suggesting they could terminate contract for Cristiano Ronaldo

Manchester United have endured a disastrous start to the 2022-23 Premier League season that went from bad to worse when they fell to Brentford 4-0 on Saturday

Radio host thinks Mets closer Edwin Diaz's walkout song is played out

Diaz's "Narco" walkout song created by Blasterjaxx and Timmy Trumpet has gone viral on multiple occasions this summer.

Steelers WR Diontae Johnson named 'player to avoid' for fantasy football

As things stand today, Johnson will be catching passes thrown by free-agent signing Mitchell Trubisky and Andrew Erickson of FantasyPros sees that as a reason why the receiver is among his "players to avoid".

Mets reporter: 'Stop making Daniel Vogelbach's weight a story'

Despite Vogelbach's impressive performance, many fans and even some media members continue to focus on his body. Media personality Michelle Margaux has heard enough of such takes. 

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb on Dak Prescott: 'It’s more like playing with a friend rather than just a quarterback'

The Cowboys will need the connection between Lamb and Prescott to be at its absolute best starting with the Week 1 matchup versus the Buccaneers if they are to meet the high expectations many have for them.

Noah Syndergaard on leaving Mets: 'That energy that can make New York so great and positive can also bite you in the butt a little bit'

Syndergaard is set to return to Citi Field as a visiting player, though he won't pitch this weekend.

Steelers' Mitchell Trubisky a 'long shot' to replace Daniel Jones for Giants in 2023?

The 27-year-old reportedly could be a "long shot" bridge quarterback for the 2023 Giants. 

Agreed resolution between NFL, NFLPA on Watson 'could still happen'

While the NFLPA reportedly is willing to fight a one-year ban in federal court, if necessary, a settlement between the union and league would put discussions over Watson's status to bed. 

Vikings QB Kirk Cousins 'feeling pretty darn good' after self-reporting COVID-19 symptoms

The 33-year-old has since tested positive for COVID-19 and, thus, will miss Sunday's preseason opener at the Las Vegas Raiders. 

Steelers defense looking to rebound from 'completely unacceptable' 2021 NFL season

On paper, the 2022 Pittsburgh Steelers have a dominant pass rush that should intimidate offensive lines and quarterbacks throughout the NFL this fall. 

Padres' Juan Soto expects 'pretty emotional' return to Washington after blockbuster trade

The Padres open a three-game series against Washington at Nationals Park on Friday evening. 

NFL insider: Kenny Pickett 'most likely' will be Steelers starting QB for 2023 over Mitchell Trubisky

The "most likely outcome" is that Kenny Pickett is given the keys to Pittsburgh's offense next spring, according to ESPN's Dan Graziano.

NFL insider: Buccaneers 'bungled' Tom Brady absences from summer practices

The Joe Bucs Fan website noted Friday that it is now "fair to question whether Brady is all-in on the Bucs for 2022" and also that "Brady’s behavior is extraordinarily abnormal for" the seven-time Super Bowl champion.

Mets' Edwin Diaz went back to iconic walkout song thanks to wife

New York Mets closer Edwin Diaz has gone viral multiple times throughout the 2022 MLB season, both for his ability to make batters look silly and also because of his beloved "Narco" walkout song.

Hall of Famer John Smoltz worked ‘Field of Dreams Game' same day his father died

Smoltz shared a touching story about how his father made his first baseball card when the he was just in high school and wasn't yet a household name among baseball fans.

Did Steelers 'waste' a draft pick on QB Chris Oladokun?

Logic suggests Oladokun will see few meaningful snaps before August ends and will ultimately struggle to make Pittsburgh's active 53-man roster.

Is it too late for Deshaun Watson to 'accept' eight-game suspension, $5M fine?

A person familiar with" Watson's defense claims the 26-year-old "would accept an eight-game suspension and $5M fine to avoid missing the entire season." 

Buccaneers' Devin White: 'We're praying for' Tom Brady amid 'personal problems'

For the second time this month, the Buccaneers quarterback has been excused from team practices for "personal" reasons.

Broncos QB Russell Wilson: Watching WR Tim Patrick go down with torn ACL 'was devastating'

Broncos star quarterback Russell Wilson became teammates with Tim Patrick once the trade from the Seattle Seahawks was made official in March.

Video shows police forcibly removing Marshawn Lynch from car during DUI arrest

The story involving popular former Seattle Seahawks running back Marshawn Lynch getting arrested Tuesday morning in Las Vegas on suspicion of driving under the influence has since taken multiple turns.