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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

Cam Skattebo determined to get Giants 'turned around' with Jaxson Dart

Jaxson Dart and Cam Skattebo are determined to eliminate the "negativity" that has hovered over the Giants.

Patriots OC responds to Kurt Warner's concerns about Drake Maye

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels was asked about Warner's remarks.

49ers GM addresses potential Mac Jones, Brock Purdy tension amid QB controversy whispers

John Lynch also addressed whether Mac Jones' solid play amid Brock Purdy's absences is sparking tension in the team's quarterback room this fall. 

Why trade for Joe Flacco has Bengals players reenergized

While speaking with reporters on Thursday, Bengals star wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase explained why he and others in the locker room are reenergized now that Flacco has replaced Jake Browning atop the depth chart.

Browns' Shedeur Sanders offers real response to fiery Rex Ryan criticisms

While speaking with media members on Thursday, Shedeur Sanders used his words when asked about his reaction to Rex Ryan’s comments.

A.J. Brown makes bizarre comment about Eagles' private meeting after loss to Giants

After the Eagles fell to 4-2 on the campaign via a surprising 34-17 defeat at the New York Giants (2-4) on Thursday, Brown made an odd comment about the alleged meeting.

Jaxson Dart addresses 'negativity' hovering over Giants after win over Eagles

After the Giants improved to 2-4 via an impressive 34-17 win over the Eagles, Dart addressed attempting to change what players and fans think of Big Blue.

Eagles' Saquon Barkley opens up about lackluster numbers compared to award-winning season

Barkley has yet to look like an elite offensive weapon this fall after rushing for 2,005 yards in 2024.

Did Colts' Daniel Jones take shot at Giants while speaking about Vikings stint?

Jones featured for the Giants from the opening night of the 2019 NFL Draft up through his release last fall.

49ers GM hints if Mac Jones or Brock Purdy will start vs. Buccaneers

It sounds like Mac Jones, not Brock Purdy, will be in the lineup for the 49ers' matchup in Tampa Bay.

Browns' handling of Shedeur Sanders after Joe Flacco trade explained

Dillon Gabriel is on track to remain the starting QB after he completed 19-of-33 passes for 190 yards and two touchdowns in Cleveland's 21-17 Week 5 loss to the Minnesota Vikings.

Rashod Bateman makes big statement about criticisms of 1-4 Ravens

The Baltimore Ravens emerged as arguably the biggest disappointment of the 2025 season.

Broncos dispute 'disrespectful' narrative about Jets game in London

It doesn't sound like the Broncos will be taking the Jets lightly.

Giants credit rookie fan favorite for providing 'spark' amid 1-4 start

More has gone wrong than right for the Giants heading into Thursday night's home game against the reigning Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles. 

Why Todd Bowles only wants Baker Mayfield as starting QB for Buccaneers

Mayfield has guided the Buccaneers to comeback victories four times in five games.

Bengals players discuss Joe Flacco's quick transition 

Joe Flacco only joined the Cincinnati Bengals via a trade from the Cleveland Browns on Tuesday but nevertheless will get the start when 2-3 Cincinnati plays at the Green Bay Packers (2-1-1) this coming Sunday.

Andy Reid, Chiefs LB address Chris Jones controversy regarding loss to Jaguars

Almost immediately after Jags QB Trevor Lawrence completed a highlight-reel scramble for a touchdown to help secure a victory over the Chiefs, social media users accused Jones of not giving his all on that play. 

Aaron Judge shares massive update on elbow injury after Yankees suffer playoff elimination

New York Yankees captain Aaron Judge played through a lingering elbow injury from early August through the club's 5-2 home loss to the Toronto Blue Jays that bounced the Yankees from the American League Division Series on Wednesday night.

Joe Flacco trade gives Browns rookie Dillon Gabriel lesson about life in the NFL

Roughly one week after Browns HC Kevin Stefanski benched Flacco in favor of Gabriel, Cleveland surprisingly traded Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals.

Cowboys players dare Panthers' Rico Dowdle to back up trash talk

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle raised eyebrows when he warned earlier in the week that the Dallas Cowboys, his former club, have "got to buckle up" ahead of this coming Sunday's game between the two sides.

Aaron Boone makes feelings on future clear after Yankees' latest playoff disappointment

The Yankees were eliminated from the playoffs via a 5-2 home loss to the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League Division Series on Wednesday night.

Eagles' Nick Sirianni addresses private meeting amid offensive struggles

After the Philadelphia Eagles fell to 4-1 via this past Sunday's 21-17 home loss to the Denver Broncos, Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, wide receiver A.J. Brown and running back Saquon Barkley "had a long, positive conversation" that "lasted a couple hours." 

Is Browns' Kevin Stefanski on hot seat after surprising Joe Flacco trade?

Stefanski is a two-time NFL Coach of the Year Award winner, but his teams went 4-18 from Week 1 of the 2024 season up through the moment the Browns agreed to ship Flacco to the Bengals.

Bengals' Zac Taylor explains shocking Joe Flacco move for Packers game

The Bengals acquired Flacco from the Cleveland Browns on Tuesday.