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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

Report: 'Most teams' believe Aaron Rodgers will return to Packers

If quarterback Aaron Rodgers is planning on doing something other than returning to the Green Bay Packers for the 2022 NFL season, he's fooling some of the so-called smartest people in the figurative room.

Cavaliers coach J.B. Bickerstaff fined $20,000 for behavior related to ejection

Bickerstaff was fined "for using inappropriate language toward the officiating crew and not leaving the court 'in a timely manner,'" according to the league.

Aidan Hutchinson prefers to stay in Michigan, go to Lions in 2022 NFL Draft?

Hutchinson is a Michigan native (Plymouth, to be exact), after all, and the Lions could certainly use the help on their defensive front and currently possess the second-overall pick in this spring's player-selection process.

Cowboys' Stephen Jones: Mike McCarthy's 'track record speaks for itself'

Jones once again praised McCarthy as the right man to lead the Cowboys.

MLB following MLBPA with fund for workers impacted by lockout

Unfortunately for those employees and fans, it's unknown when owners and MLBPA representatives will meet again for discussions that could end the work stoppage and spark the opening of spring training sessions as soon as possible.

China pulling Premier League coverage this weekend over Ukraine support

Chinese Premier League broadcast partner IQIYI Sports will not broadcast matches from March 5-7. China is a political ally of Russia and has criticized sanctions on the invading country.

Report: 'Widespread belief' QB Aaron Rodgers will remain with Packers

While Rodgers hasn't yet made his intentions known to the Packers, "the widespread opinion" is the 38-year-old is staying put. 

Report: Teams showing no 'urgency' to trade for Texans' Deshaun Watson

The situation is also complicated by the fact it's still unknown if the NFL will make Watson unavailable for part of next season via a suspension or placement on the commissioner's exempt list. 

Report: Packers' contract talks with Aaron Rodgers 'in a very good place'

There's a lot of noise in support of Rodgers returning to Green Bay. 

Giants could only get fourth-round pick for RB Saquon Barkley?

It sounds like the trade market for Barkley isn't very warm and the Giants could struggle to recoup much value should they elect to move on from the running back. 

Novak Djokovic could play in French Open after France lifts vaccine requirement

France is lifting restrictions related to COVID-19 that include requiring vaccine passports to enter public venues such as Roland Garros, which opens the door for Djokovic to play in the French Open.

Report: Browns commit to Baker Mayfield as starting QB for 2022

A meeting between the club and the quarterback's representatives at the Combine seems to have confirmed earlier reports that the Browns are sticking with Mayfield in 2022. 

Belarus barred from hosting international games, could be banned from competitions

The Associated Press reports UEFA and FIFA could still come together at some point to expel Belarus entirely from European and international competitions.

Saints GM Mickey Loomis: 'We hope we're an option for' QB Jameis Winston

The team is interested in retaining Winston and is hopeful the feeling is mutual. 

Ukraine asks for World Cup playoff vs. Scotland to be postponed amid Russian invasion

Scottish Football Association president Rod Petrie suggested this week he'd accept any postponement request from the country's to-be opponents. 

QB Kenny Pickett posts hand measurement of 8.5 inches at NFL Scouting Combine

Thursday's development will do nothing to silence worries teams allegedly have about Pickett fumbling the football while facing professional defenses, particularly during cold-weather games.

Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel: Tua Tagovailoa has 'skills that I think are untapped'

Tagovailoa finished the 2021 regular season 19th among eligible quarterbacks with a 90.1 passer rating and 18th with a 49.7 total QBR.

Russian Football Union to appeal UEFA, FIFA suspensions amid Ukraine invasion

UEFA and FIFA generated international headlines on Monday when they suspended Russian national teams and clubs from official competitions amid the nation's invasion of Ukraine.

Formula One terminates Russian Grand Prix contract amid invasion of Ukraine

The FIA, F1's governing body, elected against banning Russian drivers from motorsport but said those individuals must compete under a "neutral" flag. 

WWE terminates partnership with Russian broadcaster, pulls WWE Network from Russia

WWE has joined forces with several other organizations that have distanced themselves from Russia since the country first invaded Ukraine on Feb. 24.

Commanders GM Martin Mayhew has 'spoken to every club that has a QB who might be available'

Commanders general manager Martin Mayhew made it clear Wednesday he's reached out to all could-be sellers ahead of the new league year.

Packers HC Matt LaFleur not being 'overbearing' in talks with Aaron Rodgers

LaFleur added he and Rodgers have been in touch "consistently" since the team's playoff loss to the 49ers on Jan. 22 but also said he wants "to be respectful of his time and the process he has to go through."

GM Chris Grier confirms Dolphins called Saints about Sean Payton

Grier confirmed part of a recent report regarding a home run plan the Dolphins had. 

Tom Brady: 'I wish I had a clear vision of what the future holds'

While at the Seminole Pro-Member golf tournament this past weekend, Tom Brady said his future was still "to be determined," and he was once again cryptic during a more-recent radio appearance.

Dolphins GM Chris Grier: 'Door is shut' on trading for Texans' Deshaun Watson

Once viewed as a favorite to land the disgruntled and embattled quarterback, the Dolphins have ended their pursuit of Watson.