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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

Bengals' Joe Burrow: Browns' Baker Mayfield 'will land on his feet'

Burrow added that he understands why the Browns pulled the trigger on the blockbuster March trade but also said that he believes we haven't yet seen the last of Mayfield leading NFL teams to big-time victories. 

Barcelona to face MLS clubs Inter Miami, NY Red Bulls in July

Barcelona are still looking to play summer friendlies in the U.S. versus fellow breakaway European Super League teams Real Madrid and Juventus.

Alex Rodriguez invests in Professional Fighters League

A-Rod is part of a group that has added $30 million in new funding for the promotion

Could OC Mike Kafka call offensive plays for Giants this season?

Kafka told reporters Thursday he's been calling plays during practice sessions. Kafka added that Daboll and company haven't yet announced who will hold what roles on the sidelines when preseason contests get underway.

Man jailed 24 weeks for assaulting Sheffield United's Billy Sharp

Forest season ticket holder Robert Biggs has been jailed for 24 weeks for head-butting Sharp following Tuesday's match. Sharp required four stitches to repair an injury to his lip.

Astros' Jake Odorizzi avoids season-ending injury, out indefinitely

Jake Odorizzi told reporters before Wednesday's series finale in Boston that an MRI on his left leg showed he's dealing with damage to tendons and ligaments but not an Achilles tear.

Bengals' Joe Burrow on Tom Brady: 'Did anybody think he was gonna be retired?'

Count Joe Burrow among those who always believed Tom Brady wasn't yet ready to ride off into the sunset. 

Cubs' Marcus Stroman to be activated off COVID-19 list to start vs. Diamondbacks on Thursday

Stroman hasn't pitched since May 1 when he gave the Cubs seven scoreless innings in a victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.

Maple Leafs' Mitchell Marner thanks community, police after carjacking

Marner issued a statement after the scary incident. 

Phillies' Bryce Harper won't throw for at least six weeks due to UCL tear

Philadelphia Phillies right fielder Bryce Harper was made unavailable for a third straight game as he continues to recover from a platelet-rich plasma injection in his right elbow.

Analyst expects 49ers to start Jimmy Garoppolo over Trey Lance in Week 1

Ryan Harris spoke with CBS Sports HQ on Wednesday and explained why he believes Jimmy Garoppolo won't be going anywhere this summer.

Bettor makes $20,000 wager on Tiger Woods to win PGA Championship at 60-1

One bettor stands to cash a major payday if Tiger Woods finishes atop the PGA Championship leaderboard. 

Could Panthers look to trade for Browns' Baker Mayfield before June 14?

If the Panthers truly want Mayfield in the building for mandatory minicamp, which is June 14, they're quickly running out of time to come to terms on a trade.

Royals All-Star catcher Salvador Perez to miss at least two weeks with sprained thumb

The sprain is on Perez's glove hand and, thus, could require him to remain sidelined for multiple weeks until he can again catch without discomfort. 

Sportsbooks, oddsmakers snubbing Bengals after Super Bowl run?

A total of nine teams are above the Bengals to win the Super Bowl.

EFL could impose stadium closures for future pitch invasions after alleged attack

The league is looking at options to discourage fans entering the field of play. 

Analyst puts over/under for Jimmy Garoppolo trade at July 1

Albert Breer explained why he thinks a Garoppolo trade is still weeks away. 

Scottie Scheffler on PGA Championship: 'Nobody really remembers that I'm here' due to Tiger Woods

The 25-year-old explained he's trying to live "in the moment" and avoid distractions.

Cardinals QB Kyler Murray reportedly not 'too eager to play this season' without new deal

It would likely behoove all involved to sign an extension that benefits both the player and club before regular-season games begin in September.

John Mara ‘not happy’ Giants are playing 'MNF' game on Rosh Hashanah

Pockets of New York Giants fans were surprised and disappointed to learn during last week's NFL schedule release that Big Blue will be hosting the rival Dallas Cowboys for a "Monday Night Football" game in Week 3 on Sept.

Brewers' J.C. Mejia suspended 80 games for positive PED test

The Milwaukee Brewers headed into Tuesday's home game against the Atlanta Braves atop the National League Central standings at 23-13 overall but were in headlines for a much different reason before that contest.

XFL to air on ESPN, ABC, FX for 2023 relaunch season

The league will have every game of its season broadcast across ESPN, ABC and FX. 

Peter King: 49ers could keep Jimmy Garoppolo, start Trey Lance

NFL insider Peter King spoke with Fox Sports' Colin Cowherd on Tuesday and said the 49ers could keep Jimmy Garoppolo and Trey Lance in the same quarterback room for another season.

Joe Burrow: Now Bengals know 'what it takes' to win Super Bowl

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow spoke with reporters Tuesday about all the team learned en route to falling to the Los Angeles Rams on Super Bowl Sunday.

Maple Leafs GM Kyle Dubas, coach Sheldon Keefe safe after first-round exit

The duo will return despite another disappointing end to the season in Toronto.