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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

Steelers CB Justin Layne named on 'roster bubble' ahead of training camp

While Layne has found a home with Pittsburgh's special-teams unit, the 24-year-old has yet to prove he deserves anything resembling a full-time gig in the secondary.

Report: 'Far from certain' Jacob deGrom will stay with Mets past 2022 season

At the moment, the most important thing for all involved is that deGrom reclaims his best form as soon as possible and remains healthy through at least early October.

Unidentified Premier League player facing multiple allegations of rape

The player's club, also left unnamed, declined to comment. His status for preseason activities wasn't known as of Wednesday afternoon local time.

Can Browns void Deshaun Watson contract if 'new' allegations came to light?

It's unclear if the filing of any new lawsuits would allow the Browns to explore canceling the signal-caller's contract or if they'd even be interested in doing so at this point.

Mets' Max Scherzer reportedly bought feast, AirPods for minor league teammates

Scherzer took generosity to the next level with his minor league teammates.

Cavaliers reportedly agree to one-year deal with Raul Neto

The Cavaliers haven't yet made a major splash in the free-agent market, but they've done well to add some depth. 

Mets to offer Jacob deGrom update on Saturday

The New York Mets are slowly but surely inching toward having both of their aces together in the rotation for the first time and on Saturday we should have a clearer picture of exactly when that might happen.

Nicholas Paul staying with Lightning on seven-year, $22.05 million contract

It appears that forward Nicholas Paul was just fine with extending his stay in Florida. 

Mets ace Max Scherzer to return Tuesday at Reds

In what's become a rarity for the Mets, there is good news regarding their battered rotation: Max Scherzer will be coming off the injured list to start at the Reds on Tuesday.

Veteran DT Beau Allen retires from NFL

Allen ends his pro career with 16 regular-season starts across 90 games, 117 total tackles, 2.5 sacks, a fumble recovery and 15 quarterback hits to go along with his Super Bowl ring. 

Steelers QB Mitch Trubisky named 'overvalued player' for 2022 NFL season

Pittsburgh gave the 27-year-old a chance to resurrect his career following the retirement of future Hall of Famer Ben Roethlisberger, but some clearly assume this experiment will end poorly for all involved.

Steelers' Mike Tomlin ranked fourth-best NFL coach for 2022 season

Tomlin has put together an impressive career but is facing arguably his biggest challenge in 2022. 

Cardinals' Justin Pugh wants new deal for Kyler Murray before training camp

Arizona Cardinals general manager Steve Keim assured everyone in late May that he was confident "we'll be able to get something done this summer" regarding a contract extension for two-time Pro Bowl quarterback Kyler Murray. 

Ravens' Jaylon Ferguson died from combined effects of fentanyl, cocaine, death ruled accidental

The NFL community was shocked and saddened to learn on June 22 that Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Jaylon Ferguson had unexpectedly passed away at the age of 26. 

Cavaliers reportedly agree to one-year deal with Robin Lopez

Fans of the Cleveland Cavaliers had reason to smile ahead of the July 4 holiday when they learned Friday that popular veteran guard Ricky Rubio is returning to

Mason Rudolph reached out to new Steelers teammate Larry Ogunjobi

Ogunjobi shoved Rudolph to the ground during the controversial 2019 incident that involved Browns All-Pro defensive end Myles Garrett.

John McEnroe to Emma Raducanu after Wimbledon loss: 'Back up the hype!'

McEnroe has had plenty to say about Raducanu over the past year and that continued after the latter was ousted at Wimbledon. 

Superstar Mohamed Salah signs three-year contract to stay with Liverpool

Salah is a Liverpool legend who has hoisted the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, FA Cup, and League Cup trophies during his stint with the club that began in the summer of 2017.

Yankees new betting favorites to win 2022 World Series

The New York Yankees entered July with both the best overall record in all of MLB (56-21) and a popular candidate to win Most Valuable Player honors in slugger Aaron Judge.

Report: No 'robust' trade market for Steelers QB Mason Rudolph

NFL insider Jason La Canfora said that Pittsburgh Steelers fans shouldn't hold their breaths waiting for teams to call them about Mason Rudolph. 

Bucks re-sign Bobby Portis on four-year, $49 million deal

Bobby Portis is returning to the Bucks on a new four-year, $49 million contract.

Nick Kyrgios fined $10,000 for spitting toward fan at Wimbledon

Nick Kyrgios spat in the direction of a fan he said heckled him and has been fined $10,000 for unsportsmanlike conduct. 

Disciplinary hearing for Browns' Deshaun Watson has ended

Deshaun Watson's hearing in front of league disciplinary officer Sue L. Robinson has ended after three days.

Steelers' Kenny Pickett has fourth-best selling NFL jersey of 2022

The 24-year-old is also the only rookie to land in the top 10 spots. 

Lions expect DT Alim McNeill to be more explosive, athletic

Lions defensive line coach Todd Wash recently explained McNeill has worked with a nutritionist and felt "more explosive" during organized team activities.