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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

Unvaccinated Real Madrid, Chelsea players may be banned from Champions League games in France

New rules in France could prove problematic for Real Madrid and Chelsea in upcoming Champions League fixtures.

Tottenham make history with latest-ever comeback for Premier League win

Tottenham's comeback that occurred when they were trailing after 94 minutes and 52 seconds became the latest-ever rally to win a Premier League match.

Capitals' Dmitry Orlov suspended for kneeing, hurting Jets' Nikolaj Ehlers

Orlov has been suspended two games without pay for kneeing. He will forfeit $51,000 under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.

49ers All-Pro TE George Kittle praises toughness of Jimmy Garoppolo

Garoppolo has been playing through a painful thumb injury, and Kittle had nothing but praise for the QB.

Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy defends late Dak Prescott draw

In what may go down as the single most unexpected play of the entire NFL playoffs, Dak Prescott of the Dallas Cowboys shockingly ran a quarterback draw with no timeouts in hand as his side trailed the San Francisco 49ers 23-17 with under 15 seconds remaining in Sunday's game.

Josh Allen suggests playoff loss last year to Chiefs still fresh on Bills' minds

Kansas City held serve against Buffalo in the AFC Championship Game at Arrowhead Stadium last year, defeating the Bills 38-24.

Cowboys HC Mike McCarthy has had 'very positive conversations' with Jerry Jones

McCarthy admitted he may have to make staff changes between now and the start of the new NFL year in March.

NHL still plans to end regular season on April 29 after rescheduling games

All 32 NHL clubs are on track to finish their regular-season slates by or on April 29 —thanks in large part to games being played during what would have been the break for the Winter Olympics.

Darius Garland wants to build Cavaliers legacy without LeBron James

Garland recently spoke about writing the next chapter in the history of Cleveland professional basketball without having a "king" as a teammate. 

Buccaneers' Tristan Wirfs, Ryan Jensen miss Wednesday walkthrough

Arians confirmed that both Wirfs and Jensen would be designated as non-participants for Wednesday's walkthrough.

Steelers QB Mason Rudolph: 'I think I can be the guy' to replace Ben Roethlisberger

It's believed Rudolph and Dwayne Haskins will battle to take over for Big Ben.

Bengals OC Brian Callahan: Focus on Titans, not Broncos interview

"My focus is 100% on this game and to our players," Callahan said. "There's no other focus for me."

49ers having Trey Lance mimic Aaron Rodgers during practices ahead of showdown with Packers

As San Francisco linebacker Fred Warner said, asking an unproven first-year pro to imitate arguably the best quarterback in the game today is "a tall task" at any point, let alone during the postseason.

Football Association examining suspicious Arsenal yellow card

"Spot betting," as it's called, is specifically linked with occurrences such as whether or not a player will be shown a card during a match or which team will first be cautioned on any given afternoon or evening.

HC Sean McVay: Rams 'respect,' don't 'fear' Buccaneers QB Tom Brady

McVay made it clear his players will enter this coming weekend confident they can go back-to-back against the living legend.

49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo limited in practice Tuesday

His availability will be something to keep an eye on over the next several days.

NBA referees condemn Dak Prescott over comments about throwing things at officials

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott either jokingly or seriously defended unhappy fans who supposedly tossed bottles and other items toward referees shortly after Sunday's home playoff loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

Aaron Rodgers not motivated by Packers-49ers playoff history

The Green Bay Packers and San Francisco 49ers have a unique history heading into Saturday's primetime playoff game at Lambeau Field.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin 'optimistic' about OC Matt Canada after lackluster season

There were rumblings last February that then new Pittsburgh Steelers offensive coordinator Matt Canada may wish to work with a quarterback other than veteran Ben Roethlisberger because of Roethlisberger's physical limitations, among other supposed issues.

Cavaliers without Rajon Rondo, Lamar Stevens Wednesday at Bulls

Stevens has produced impressive performances since the start of the new year.

Fully vaccinated fighters, corner staff won't be tested for COVID-19 before UFC 270

Fighters and corner staff not considered fully vaccinated against COVID-19 must still quarantine during the week and will be tested twice for the virus.

Report: NHL to stop testing asymptomatic players after All-Star break

The league is expected to take a less stringent approach to testing. 

Watch: Titans RB Derrick Henry looks ready to play in contact practice

The Titans haven't yet officially activated Henry from injured reserve and understandably are waiting to see how his body reacts to midweek work before announcing his status for Saturday's contest.

Zach Ertz wants to stay with Cardinals after midseason trade?

Following months of speculation about his future, three-time Pro Bowl tight end Zach Ertz began the 2021 NFL season with the Philadelphia Eagles but was traded to the Arizona Cardinals in the middle of October.