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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

Larry Fitzgerald hopes Kenny Pickett wins Steelers' starting job

Fitzgerald is rooting for his fellow Pitt alumni. 

Eagles WR A.J. Brown defends Jalen Hurts over practice report

Brown blasted and mocked the report on social media. 

Tottenham players collapse during preseason training in South Korea

Antonio Conte didn't have a proper preseason with Tottenham last summer, and it appears he's more than making up for it. 

Yankees star Aaron Judge open to extension talks during 2022 MLB season?

Judge is sure to command big dollars after making his fourth All-Star team.

Steelers' Heinz Field reportedly becoming Acrisure Stadium

Acrisure is an insurance brokerage firm out of Michigan.

Ruling on Browns' Deshaun Watson reportedly not expected for 'a few weeks'

It appears the waiting will continue to be the hardest part for the Browns.

Mets' Buck Showalter addresses COVID-19 comments made by Chris Bassitt

Showalter was asked before Friday's contest if he addressed the remarks with Bassitt. Unsurprisingly, Showalter refused to offer any in-depth answer during his response. 

Are Yankees, other clubs 'worried about committing to' Mets ace Jacob deGrom?

Because of injury setbacks, deGrom hasn't pitched in an MLB game since July 7, 2021.

Steelers' T.J. Watt 'close' to being a lock for Hall of Fame?

The Steelers All-Pro edge-rusher and reigning Defensive Player of the Year could find himself chasing history this fall.

Pirates acquire RHP Yohan Ramirez from Guardians for cash

Ramirez now has a new baseball home. 

Barstool contributor names Steelers' T.J. Watt sixth-best player for 2022 season

While nobody can say, for sure, who will be under center for the Steelers in Week 1, it's a safe bet the club will feature a dominant pass-rusher this fall. 

Panthers' Robbie Anderson: Sam Darnold was not 'developed 100 percent correctly' with Jets

Anderson feels the Jets failed Darnold by playing the quarterback straight out of the gates as a rookie in 2018. 

Insider: 49ers may have to play Jimmy Garoppolo in preseason to trade him

The only thing seemingly for sure about the future of veteran quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo today is that the Carolina Panthers won't be trading for him now that they have Baker Mayfield on their roster. 

Reporter doubts 49ers' Deebo Samuel will report for start of training camp?

Despite some hints that he may return to the 49ers for the 2022 NFL season, one insider believes that All-Pro wide receiver Deebo Samuel won't be back in San Francisco.

Panthers' Robbie Anderson again insists Baker Mayfield post was a 'defense of' Sam Darnold

Anderson touched upon his April social-media activities during an edition of the "I Am Athlete" podcast taped before Wednesday's trade.

New questions about 'arm fitness' of 49ers QB Trey Lance emerge?

Garoppolo's existence on the roster may also continue to lead some to question Lance's ability to win on the biggest NFL stages beginning this fall. 

Roger Goodell: 'I clearly believe' NFL Sunday Ticket will move to streaming service

One of the worst-kept secrets in the pro football world since as far back as last summer was that the NFL "Sunday Ticket" out-of-market package would be leaving DirecTV after the current contract expires.

Rams QB Matthew Stafford has much better understanding of offense in year two

All things considered, Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford enjoyed a relatively positive first year with the organization after he was officially traded by the Detroit Lions in March 2021. 

Jerry Rice: 49ers should let Jimmy Garoppolo compete with Trey Lance

The future of San Francisco 49ers veteran quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is very much up in the air now that the Carolina Panthers have landed former Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield.

Chelsea's Thomas Tuchel reportedly has 'little interest' in Cristiano Ronaldo

Superstar Cristiano Ronaldo may already be running out of options if he is serious about forcing an exit from Premier League club Manchester United this summer. 

Mets reliever Trevor May reportedly hoping to return by late July

May hasn't taken the bump against MLB opposition since he was shut down in early May with a stress reaction on the lower portion of the humerus.

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.