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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

Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb on infamous draw play: 'I think it was the right call'

Dallas was trailing the 49ers by six points with under 15 seconds remaining when Mike McCarthy curiously had Dak Prescott run a QB draw down the middle of the field with no timeouts in hand.

Wild's Marcus Foligno suspended two games for kneeing Jets' Adam Lowry

MarcusFoligno initially earned a minor penalty for unsportsmanlike conduct but has since received a more appropriate punishment after a post-fight knee to Marcus Lowry while both were on the ground.

Lakers make no moves before trade deadline, reportedly will 'focus on the buyout market'

The 26-30 Los Angeles Lakers would be in the play-in portion of the Western Conference postseason bracket if the tournament began today.

Mavericks trade Kristaps Porzingis to Wizards for Spencer Dinwiddie, Davis Bertans

A second NBA team has moved on from supposed unicorn Kristaps Porzingis.

Mike McDaniel: 'No red flags' in taking Dolphins job despite Brian Flores lawsuit

New Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel says that despite the lawsuit filed by former HC Brian Flores, McDaniel felt there were 'no red flags' for him when considering taking the Miami job.

Buccaneers could make 'valiant attempt' to land Russell Wilson?

Would the Buccaneers replace a future Hall of Famer with another?

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred 'believes' lockout will end in time for regular season to start as scheduled

Manfred declared himself an "optimist" and added that the sides are "always one breakthrough away from making an agreement."

Could Super Bowl LX in 2026 be held in London or Australia?

Sunday's Super Bowl LVI matchup between the Los Angeles Rams and Cincinnati Bengals will be held at SoFi Stadium, home of the Rams, and the big game's subsequent three locations are already known. 

High winds to force Rams to practice at Rose Bowl on Thursday

Sean McVay confirmed during Wednesday's media availability that expected heavy winds in the area are forcing the Rams to shift Thursday's practice session from their facility to the Rose Bowl.

Report: Manchester United players want Mauricio Pochettino as next manager

A new report suggests that Manchester United players want Paris Saint-Germain's Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager.

Falcons owner Arthur Blank: 'We'd love' WR Calvin Ridley to stay

Atlanta Falcons star wide receiver Calvin Ridley has essentially been an inactive NFL player since he announced on Halloween he was stepping away to address his mental health.

Joe Burrow: 'Strong start' could slow Rams pass rush in Super Bowl

The Bengals will have to figure out how to handle a strong Rams' pass rush if they hope to raise the Lombardi trophy. 

Peyton, Eli Manning to continue ESPN 'MNF' 'ManningCast' shows through 2024

The "Monday Night Football" alternate broadcasts featuring former quarterbacks Peyton Manning and Eli Manning, along with handfuls of special guests, proved to be big hits among diehard and casual fans.

Patriots' Brandon Bolden: Percentage of Tom Brady comeback 'above 50'

Brandon Bolden spent seven total seasons as Brady's teammate with the Patriots and added his name to the growing list of people who aren't fully convinced the G.O.A.T. is retired.

Bengals' Zac Taylor 'optimistic' C.J. Uzomah will play in Super Bowl

Bengals tight end C.J. Uzomah is dealing with a sprained MCL in his left knee he suffered in the AFC Championship Game.

Penguins star Evgeni Malkin could return Sunday

Malkin was on a nine-game point streak, during which he tallied three goals and seven assists, before last weekend's All-Star festivities and his unexpected absence.

Yankees' Gerrit Cole: MLBPA 'united to protect the integrity of the game' amid MLB lockout

Gerrit Cole offered an insight into where the players stand on the big financial issues as the work stoppage threatens to affect spring training workouts.

Maple Leafs star Auston Matthews expects to face Flames after injury scare

The fact doctors cleared Matthews to practice Wednesday means the concussion protocol shouldn't sideline him on Thursday unless he experiences a setback before the game. 

Bruins' Patrice Bergeron out Thursday vs. Hurricanes with head injury

Bergeron collided with Sidney Crosby in Tuesday's game against the Penguins. 

Bengals WRs coach Troy Walters: Ja'Marr Chase won't become a 'diva'

Chase finished the regular season third in the league with 13 touchdown catches, fourth with 1,455 receiving yards, and second among eligible players with 18.0 yards per reception.

Rob Gronkowski wants to play with Bengals QB Joe Burrow?

Gronk had plenty of complimentary things to say about Cincy's young QB.

Saints DE Cameron Jordan believes Sean Payton will coach again

It feels that it's a matter of when, not if, Payton accepts his next coaching gig. His future beyond the 2022 campaign may depend on which teams are looking for upgrades at the position either in 2023 or 2024. 

Antonio Conte open to Christian Eriksen returning to Tottenham

Conte has worked with Eriksen before. 

Kurt Zouma has cats taken, receives fine after disturbing video

The fallout regarding the disturbing recent video of West Ham United defender Kurt Zouma kicking and striking a cat continued Wednesday.

Robin Ventura: 'Natural reaction' to question any bulkier players after testing break

It was learned Monday that MLB stopped testing players for steroids and other performance-enhancing drugs after the sport's Joint Drug Program expired, along with the collective bargaining agreement, in the final seconds of Dec. 1.