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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

NBA commissioner Adam Silver to miss Game 6 of NBA Finals due to health and safety protocols

Silver remains in the protocols and won't attend Game 6 in Boston. The Warriors will receive the trophy from NBA deputy commissioner Mark Tatum if they close things out in front of a hostile crowd. 

Mets' Max Scherzer throws sim game, could begin rehab assignment on Tuesday

"Felt good the entire time, threw all my pitches, so everything's good," Scherzer explained following Thursday's throwing session. 

Cowboys cut mandatory minicamp short, release veterans early

McCarthy had the Cowboys practice Tuesday before the team held a bonding event at Topgolf on Wednesday. He then allowed veterans to leave for their summer break instead of practicing on Thursday.

Golden Knights HC Bruce Cassidy: 'This is not some sort of a revenge tour'

Cassidy discussed his philosophy in his new gig, adding that he wanted to stay unemployed for as short a time as possible.

Browns Pro Bowler Wyatt Teller wants Baker Mayfield to 'have success wherever he goes'

Mayfield continues to receive endorsements from teammates now that he's been replaced by Deshaun Watson atop the club's depth chart.

Commanders TE Logan Thomas supporting WR Terry McLaurin: 'Do your thing'

McLaurin posted team highs last season with 77 catches, 130 targets, 1,053 receiving yards and five touchdown grabs.

Steelers' Minkah Fitzpatrick: Playoff loss to Chiefs an 'embarrassment'

The last time the football world saw the Pittsburgh Steelers in action, they were blown out to the tune of 42-21 in a playoff game at the Kansas City Chiefs.

Lamar Jackson expects to be with Ravens for entire career

One of the more curious stories of the NFL offseason has involved Baltimore Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson, who is in the final year of his rookie contract but hasn't been eager to engage in extension negotiations.

Former NFL, UFC star Greg Hardy signs with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship

Former NFL star defensive end-turned-Ultimate Fighting Championship heavyweight Greg Hardy has once again journeyed down a different career path.

Tom Brady: 'I could play as long as I’m willing to make the commitment'

Brady playing until he turns 50 now seems to be off the table, but it also sounds as if he's not yet ready to embark on a confirmed retirement tour this fall.

Deshaun Watson reportedly facing 'unprecedented' punishment amid allegations, lawsuits

The NFLPA reportedly will defend Watson against any such ban, particularly one that would strip him of any of his fully guaranteed $230 million salary.

Report: Browns-Panthers Baker Mayfield-for-Sam Darnold trade 'very unlikely'

The Cleveland Browns are looking to trade former starter Baker Mayfield to any would-be buyer ahead of training camp sessions, but don't hold your breath in expecting a trade to Carolina for QB Sam Darnold.

All-Pro Joel Bitonio: Baker Mayfield 'was a great player for' Browns

Cleveland Browns All-Pro left guard Joel Bitonio witnessed the highest of highs and lowest of lows of the Baker Mayfield era with the organization

Owner Jerry Jones: Cowboys will remain only NFL team in Dallas

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson generated headlines last month when he responded to a tweet and said that his city should be considered for any future NFL expansion team.

Buccaneers' Tom Brady on Fox Sports job: 'There'll be a lot of growing pains'

Brady is set to join Fox Sports as a lead NFL analyst on a 10-year deal reportedly worth $375 million whenever he retires.

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan: Trey Lance is 'going to be able to handle this pressure' of starting

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan offered high praise for Trey Lance while speaking during the club's "State of the Franchise" event. 

Panthers' Robbie Anderson says Baker Mayfield post was support for Sam Darnold

Anderson said he was simply trying to support his quarterback. 

49ers want to host Super Bowl LX in 2026 or Super Bowl LXI in 2027?

The locations for the next three Super Bowl games are already known, but that doesn't mean it's too early to begin thinking about contests that will occur throughout the second half of the 2020s. 

Tom Brady on return: 'I had the appetite to compete, and it's going to be gone soon'

Tom Brady appeared on "The Dan Patrick Show" and offered a little more insight into his decision to unretire.

Panthers QB Sam Darnold focusing on improving amid constant trade rumors

Carolina continues to be linked to Baker Mayfield and Jimmy Garoppolo as Darnold struggled in his first season for the Panthers.

Commanders HC Ron Rivera: 'We're not trading' WR Terry McLaurin

McLaurin wasn't at the facility again on Wednesday, but that didn't stop Rivera from declaring the receiver won't be going anywhere before or during the summer months. 

George Washington University to drop 'Colonials' by 2023-24 academic year

The university will be looking for a new nickname with the intention of making the change by the 2023-24 academic year.

49ers All-Pro TE George Kittle campaigns for two bye weeks

The league added a 17th game to the schedule last season and Kittle thinks an extra bye week should have been added as well. 

Four men arrested for assaulting police officer before England-Hungary match

Poor behavior from certain fans linked with a football match has once again generated headlines.