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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

NFL writer offers 'bold prediction' regarding Kyler Murray's future with Cardinals

Murray first became the subject of trade rumors before he signed a five-year contract extension reportedly worth $230.5M with $160M guaranteed in the summer of 2022. 

Insider addresses how NFL feels about Cowboys' hiring of HC Brian Schottenheimer

NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated addressed how the rest of the league views Brian Schottenheimer heading into his first season in his new role.

Steelers insider sounds 'alarm bells' regarding Aaron Rodgers situation

Rodgers remained an unsigned free agent as the Steelers began the organized team activities portion of the offseason program on Tuesday.

49ers insider blasts critics of QB Brock Purdy after massive contract extension

The 49ers signing Purdy to a five-year, $265M contract extension that included $181M in guarantees and a no-trade clause has predictably sparked debates on sports-talk programs in the closing days of May. 

Steelers legend expands on defense of Browns' Kenny Pickett

During a Tuesday appearance on Arkansas radio station 103.7 The Buzz, Terry Bradshaw once again ripped the Steelers' handling of Kenny Pickett.

Could Kirk Cousins' absences help Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. grow as leader?

Cousins was reportedly not spotted at the Falcons' opening day of organized team activities on Tuesday after he lost his starting job to Penix this past December.

Mets players explain bizarre baserunning mix-up in win over White Sox

New York Mets outfielders Juan Soto and Brandon Nimmo were the key figures of a bizarre baserunning blunder committed in the bottom of the first inning Tuesday night.

Is Dolphins' Mike McDaniel on hot seat ahead of 2025 NFL season?

While McDaniel is widely respected as one of the NFL's top offensive minds, he failed to notch a single playoff victory across his first three seasons with the organization.

Surprising name rips 49ers for 'overpay' of QB Brock Purdy

Whether or not Brock Purdy truly deserved the five-year, $265M contract extension he received earlier this month will likely be a hotly debated topic throughout the summer. 

Steelers' Mason Rudolph addresses constant Aaron Rodgers chatter at start of OTAs

Rudolph is serving as the team's QB1 during spring workouts amid constant chatter about the team adding Rodgers or another veteran quarterback.

What analyst finds 'interesting' about Steelers, T.J. Watt situation

ESPN's Ben Solak suggested the T.J. Watt-Steelers situation could be one to follow from the final weeks of springtime workouts through the team's summer break.

Insider shares how Bears want Caleb Williams to improve after rocky rookie season

Bears head coach Ben Johnson has insisted this spring that he's giving second-year quarterback Caleb Williams and others fresh starts after the club endured a tumultuous 2024 season. 

Report expands on how CeeDee Lamb is helping with George Pickens' assimilation to Cowboys

The Cowboys made a significant post-draft splash when they acquired Pickens from the Pittsburgh Steelers before Dallas began organized team activity workouts on May 19. 

Insiders address Steelers' timeline for Aaron Rodgers decision amid Mason Rudolph reports

Steelers players began reporting for the start of organized team activities on Tuesday morning.

Analyst makes prediction about Saints' alleged QB competition

Has a quarterback decision already been made in New Orleans?

Could Deshaun Watson return from injury in time to play for Browns during 2025 season?

Watson suffered a torn Achilles in October 2024 and then tore the Achilles again during his recovery.

Veteran Mets player defends Juan Soto amid inconsistent start to season

Soto's teammates have his back amid the slow start to his Mets tenure, and one of them recently opened up on the struggling slugger.

Former Steelers CB repeats warning to Aaron Rodgers about springtime workouts

Rodgers hasn't given the franchise an official commitment as of Tuesday morning. 

Former MLB players address what Mets' Juan Soto is missing amid struggles

Soto continues to struggle through the early stages of his tenure with the Mets.

Rich Eisen shares harsh truth for Steelers about possible pursuit of Kirk Cousins

Could the Steelers be in for a rude awakening if they pursue Kirk Cousins?

Will Commanders extend Terry McLaurin before 2025 season?

Will McLaurin play out the final season of his deal in 2025 or will he be playing under a lucrative extension that keeps him in Washington?

Reporter expands on whether Titans are having true QB competition between Cam Ward, Will Levis

Titans GM Mike Borgonzi and HC Brian Callahan have insisted that Ward will compete with Levis for the team's starting QB job this summer. 

NFL insider shares prediction for when Giants may start Jaxson Dart as a rookie

For a mailbag published on Monday, NFL and Giants insider Connor Hughes of SNY indicated fans shouldn't expect to see Dart in the lineup before Halloween.

Insider shares how Steelers may react if they fail to sign Aaron Rodgers

It remains to be seen if Rodgers will officially join the Steelers before their three-day mandatory minicamp gets underway on June 10.

Brenton Strange discusses replacing Evan Engram as Jaguars' TE1

Strange finished the 2024 campaign ranked third on the Jaguars with 40 receptions, third with 53 targets and second with 411 receiving yards.