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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

Texans, others to be added as defendants in lawsuits against Browns' Deshaun Watson

Earlier on Wednesday, Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski refused to offer any meaningful comment about Tuesday's bombshell New York Times story that claims star quarterback Deshaun Watson arranged for massage appointments with at least 66 different women from fall 2019 through spring 2021.

49ers' Kyle Juszczyk 'can only say positive things' about QB Trey Lance

Fullback Kyle Juszczyk made it clear he's been impressed with Trey Lance, who sounds on track to be San Francisco's starter this fall. 

Twins reinstate All-Star SS Carlos Correa from COVID-19 IL

The Minnesota Twins shared some good news with fans hours before Wednesday night's home game against the red-hot New York Yankees.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott 'confident' TE Dalton Schultz will sign new deal

Schultz is expected to attend next week's mandatory minicamp, and Prescott added he believes the 25-year-old will put pen to paper on a new agreement before the July 15 deadline for clubs to sign franchise-tagged players.

Washington HC Ron Rivera: Carson Wentz giving teammates 'confidence' this spring

Carson Wentz earned some not-so-rave reviews regarding his single season with the Indianapolis Colts, but the new Washington Commanders quarterback has quickly become a Ron Rivera favorite.

Giants RB Saquon Barkley: 'I feel like I can trust in my knee again'

Barkley is pleased with where he is at physically heading into training camp. 

Buccaneers' Mike Evans: Tom Brady has 'a sour taste in his mouth'

Evans added that Brady's return sparked added motivation. 

U.S. Open champ Emma Raducanu hopes to be fit for Wimbledon after latest injury scare

Reigning U.S. Open champion Emma Raducanu Raducanu underwent a scan that revealed a side strain. She will miss the Rothesay Classic but hopes to earn a wildcard into the Rothesay International.

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski offers no comment on new Deshaun Watson allegations

Stefanski said he prefers to let the process play out. 

Oilers' Leon Draisaitl dealt with ankle sprain throughout playoffs

One didn't have to be a doctor to realize that Edmonton Oilers star forward Leon Draisaitl was struggling with some sort of right foot ailment this spring.

Network chairman says Drew Brees' NBC exit a 'lifestyle choice'

Brees won't return to NBC in 2022 after one season with the network. 

Head coach Brian Daboll 'glad' RB Saquon Barkley is with Giants

Both Barkley and quarterback Daniel Jones are in contract years and likely will need to take massive leaps playing under Daboll and company if they wish to be with the Giants at this time in 2023. 

Giants QB Daniel Jones learning to 'go down earlier' to avoid injuries

It's often said that the most important ability in sports is "availability," and Jones proving he can survive a full season without enduring any serious physical setback could go a long way.

England FA reportedly requests no 'big six' Premier League games before World Cup

The English Football Association is hoping to reduce the stress put on players in the final match weekend before the World Cup. 

Kraken goalie Chris Driedger to miss first three months of next season due to torn ACL

Kraken goaltender Chris Driedger is expected to be sidelined for seven-to-nine months after he underwent surgery to repair a torn right ACL.

Derek Carr on Colin Kaepernick possibly joining Raiders: We'd 'get along great'

While speaking with reporters, Derek Carr let it be known he'd happily welcome Colin Kaepernick to the roster this spring or summer.

Raiders TE Darren Waller focused on football, not contract

Waller will let his agent worry about the business side of things. 

Colts LB Darius Leonard likely to miss start of training camp after back surgery

Colts head coach Frank Reich confirmed that Darius Leonard underwent back surgery and is on track to miss the start of training camp.

Aaron Rodgers will 'definitely' finish career with Packers

A year after it appeared Rodgers' time in Green Bay was over, the quarterback now plans on finishing his career with the Packers. 

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan: Jimmy Garoppolo could report to training camp 'unless we trade him'

The San Francisco 49ers excusing veteran quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo from attending their mandatory minicamp this week wasn't a surprising development, and not just because 2021 rookie Trey Lance is leading practices this spring.

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan: Relationship with Deebo Samuel has 'always been alright'

Shanahan is hoping the team's relationship with Samuel will help solve the contract dispute between the parties. 

Giants' Daniel Jones on Kadarius Toney: 'He can be a special player'

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones made it clear while speaking with reporters that Kadarius Toney will be vital to the team's offense later this year.

Eagles HC Nick Sirianni 'noticing a big difference' in QB Jalen Hurts

Hurts declared the Eagles are "my team" moving forward. It appears that's just fine with head coach Nick Sirianni.

Canadiens name gold medalist Marie-Philip Poulin player development consultant

Canada national team star Marie-Philip Poulin isn't yet finished with her playing career but is already thinking about what's next. 

Lightning forward Brayden Point 'makes progress,' may return during Rangers series

It sounds as if Point won't be available for Thursday's Game 5 at Madison Square Garden, but head coach Jon Cooper suggested the 26-year-old could take the ice during the series.