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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

Shannon Sharpe says nobody wants Baker Mayfield

Sharpe didn't hold back in his assessment of Mayfield. 

Mets ace Jacob deGrom changing mechanics shouldn't impact his production?

There is belief that a change in deGrom's mechanics won't impact his performance. 

49ers RB Elijah Mitchell had offseason 'clean-up' knee surgery

49ers' Mitchell looks to 'improve on everything' in sophomore campaign.

GM John Lynch: 49ers believe QB Trey Lance is ready

Back in January, San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch told reporters the organization was "more excited" about quarterback Trey Lance "than when we drafted him."

Golden Knights' Robin Lehner to have season-ending shoulder surgery

If the Vegas Golden Knights are to qualify for the Stanley Cup Playoffs, they will have to do so without the services of first-choice goaltender Robin Lehner.

Browns' Baker Mayfield prepared to give 'everything I have to wherever my next home is'

Browns' Mayfield deals with adversity as the team looks to move on from the top pick in the 2018 NFL Draft.

GM John Lynch: 49ers can afford to be patient making decision on Jimmy Garoppolo

On Monday, 49ers GM John Lynch again suggested he had serious conversations with other clubs about trading Garoppolo this past winter and also added there's no hurry to move the 30-year-old before, during, or after the draft that begins Thursday night. 

Commanders Pro Bowl DE Chase Young 'doing real well' in ACL recovery

Commanders head coach Ron Rivera unsure if Young will be ready for training camp.

GM Martin Mayhew wants WR Terry McLaurin with Commanders 'for a long time'

McLaurin is in the final year of his rookie contract and looking to get paid, presumably sooner rather than later.

49ers GM John Lynch 'can't envision' trading Deebo Samuel

Lynch remains confident the team can solve the issues between team and receiver. 

Capitals star Alex Ovechkin day-to-day with upper-body injury

Ovechkin appeared to hurt his left arm and/or shoulder when he crashed into the boards vs. Toronto.

49ers' George Kittle has 'no idea' what will happen with Jimmy Garoppolo, Trey Lance

Kittle admitted during the latest edition of the "I Am Athlete" podcast he's unsure of what is to come for both Garoppolo and Lance.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin wants QB that embraces competition

Tomlin shared traits he looks for in a quarterback as his Steelers look to replace Ben Roethlisberger. 

WR Kadarius Toney has reportedly been at Giants facility since Saturday

Despite trade rumors Toney has been at the team facility since Saturday.

Panthers' Ryan Lomberg suspended one game for instigating fight in loss to Lightning

Lomberg will miss a game for his actions late in a loss to the Lightning. 

Mets ace Jacob deGrom to alter throwing mechanics to prevent reinjury

The Mets determined while reviewing video footage "that deGrom was jerking his arm back more violently as he brought the ball out of his glove this spring, resulting in undue stress on his shoulder while he separated his hands during his delivery."

Mets' Taijuan Walker on track to return this weekend vs. Phillies

Walker is recovering from the right shoulder bursitis that has sidelined him since he exited his first start of the season against the Phillies back on April 11.

QB Drew Lock has 'new lease on life' after trade to Seahawks

During Seattle's pre-draft press conference, head coach Pete Carroll offered some high praise for newly-acquired quarterback Drew Lock.

Tigers-Rockies postponed with Miguel Cabrera on 2,999 hits

Miguel Cabrera's chase for hit No. 3,000 will have to wait after Friday evening's game between the Tigers and Rockies was postponed due to inclement weather.

Buccaneers safety Logan Ryan files grievance against Giants

Logan Ryan ultimately signed with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers "to win a championship," but it appears his departure from New York wasn't as amicable as some first thought. 

Browns reportedly 'highly motivated' to trade Baker Mayfield 'before or around draft time'

Cleveland may have to package Mayfield with a draft pick to get him off the books.

Bills' Josh Allen working to improve ball placement this offseason

While Josh Allen already has shown he has the goods to be a Most Valuable Player candidate, he told reporters he's working on improving one specific aspect of his game this spring and summer. 

Drew Brees: Saints' Taysom Hill 'should be playing 10-15 snaps at QB a game'

Not many individuals, if any, know more about playing quarterback for the Saints than Drew Brees, who voiced his support for Hill continuing to receive snaps under center.

Deebo Samuel reportedly told 49ers not to make him an offer

Deebo Samuel is in the final year of his rookie contract, but he isn't all that interested in hearing from the 49ers this spring.