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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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Giants rookie safety Dane Belton has broken collarbone

The Giants still have hope Belton may be ready by Week 1.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow returns to team facility after appendectomy

There was some encouraging news for Bengals fans on Monday.

Report: 'Little reason' to think 49ers will play Jimmy Garoppolo in preseason

Some believed the team would play Garoppolo in order to showcase him to could-be trade partners, but an argument against that logic has emerged.

GM John Lynch: 49ers 'overjoyed' Deebo Samuel signed extension

Samuel received a three-year extension reportedly worth up to $73.5 million with $58.1 million guaranteed.

Steelers sign WR Javon McKinley, waive DE Tyree Johnson

The Steelers added some depth to their wide receiver room Monday.

Tom Brady: Robert Hainsey has 'got to go earn' Buccaneers' center job with Ryan Jensen out

It appears Hainsey will first be given an opportunity to prove he deserves the gig beyond just summer practices.

NFL reviewing Deshaun Watson suspension, determining next steps

The league has three days to file an appeal of the decision.

Mitchell Trubisky on Steelers QB competition: 'Coach Tomlin is very transparent about the situation'

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin has seemingly made former Chicago Bears starter and Buffalo Bills backup Mitchell Trubisky the man to beat in

Christian Eriksen says Tottenham didn't offer a return before he joined Manchester United

Eriksen said talks of a return to Tottenham were simply rumor. 

Attorney confirms Browns QB Deshaun Watson has settled three more cases

Two grand juries previously declined to indict Watson on criminal charges, and his legal team had settled 20 of 24 civil lawsuits brought against him.

Ravens OC Greg Roman on QB Lamar Jackson: 'I think it's the best I've ever seen him throw it'

If Jackson is at all distracted by his contract situation, it wasn't noticeable in his early camp performances. 

49ers QB Trey Lance admits to 'sloppy' Friday practice

Lance went 3-of-10 with an interception during Friday's team drills and was calm yet honest when assessing the offense's overall performance.

Steelers WR Chase Claypool injures shoulder during Friday practice

Mike Tomlin later explained that the issue is "probably not serious" and that the Steelers don't have a "high level of concern" regarding Claypool's long-term availability.

Cristiano Ronaldo teases he will play for Man United on Sunday vs. Rayo Vallecano

The alleged transfer saga involving the Manchester United superstar took multiple interesting turns ahead of the weekend. 

Steelers' DeMarvin Leal among rookies analyst 'can't wait to watch in training camp/preseason'

This past spring, Pittsburgh selected defensive lineman and Texas A&M Aggies product DeMarvin Leal in the third round of the NFL Draft via overall pick No. 84.

Giants HC Brian Daboll: 'I've been very happy' with WR Kadarius Toney

"I think he’s a very loyal guy," Daboll said of Toney. "And you got to build trust with KT. And he had to build trust with me.

Premier League club: Player facing rape allegations can be selected for first-team duties

The individual had his bail extended from August until October and has already appeared in preseason exhibition contests. The player reportedly will immediately be suspended by his club if charged. 

Jacob deGrom joins Mets in Miami ahead of series vs. Marlins

The two-time National League Cy Young Award winner is not expected to pitch in Miami but could be good to go as soon as Monday's series opener at the Washington Nationals.

Cardinals' J.J. Watt criticizes 'bobblehead' Guardian Caps

Per an NFL resolution passed in March, all offensive linemen, defensive linemen, linebackers, and tight ends must wear protective Guardian Caps during

Browns HC Kevin Stefanski on waiting for Deshaun Watson news: 'You control the controllables'

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski was asked during his Friday press conference about having to prepare for the 2022 campaign without knowing if Watson will be available when the games begin to matter in September. 

49ers HC Kyle Shanahan: Jimmy Garoppolo 'throwing the heck out of the ball' after shoulder surgery

It's unclear if the 49ers will risk Garoppolo potentially suffering an injury by having him play in August preseason games so he can convince would-be buyers his shoulder is 100% ahead of the upcoming campaign.

Cristiano Ronaldo won't play in Manchester United friendly vs. Atletico Madrid

It's unclear if Ronaldo will feature for United in early August, but it's now known he won't be available for selection on the final Saturday of this month. 

Ryan Kerrigan to sign one-day contract with Commanders to retire

Veteran linebacker and defensive end Ryan Kerrigan has played his final snap in the NFL.  Zach Selby and Hannah Lichtenstein of the Washington Commanders'

Panthers' Sam Darnold, Baker Mayfield share first-team practice reps on Friday

Darnold received all of the first-team practice reps on Wednesday before Mayfield earned the honor for Thursday's session. On Friday, the two shared opportunities to work with the first-team offense. 

Steelers' Cameron Heyward: Diontae Johnson 'hold in' won't 'harm the team in any way'

Star wide receiver Diontae Johnson and placekicker Chris Boswell are two members of the Pittsburgh Steelers currently looking to secure long-term contract