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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

Bills' Josh Allen received advice from grandmother after back-to-back losses

Buffalo looked like the best team in the NFL as it opened the season with four consecutive wins.

Ravens players address noteworthy locker room decision amid losing streak

A recent story revealed that the Baltimore Ravens' coaching staff recently removed recreational games from the locker room.

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa opens up about relationship with Mike McDaniel amid uncertainty

During his latest public defense of quarterback Tua Tagovailoa, Miami Dolphins head coach Mike McDaniel revealed on Wednesday that he and Tagovailoa had "great" meetings following Miami's 31-6 loss at the lowly Cleveland Browns that dropped the Dolphins to 1-6 on the season.  Later on Wednesday, Tagovailoa addressed those conversations.

Giants' Jaxson Dart discusses playing the villain for Eagles rematch

Dart indicated he's excited to experience the atmosphere at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field as an opposing player for the first time.

Steelers' Aaron Rodgers discusses relationship with Packers' Jordan Love ahead of 'SNF' clash

Rodgers was comfortably atop the Packers' depth chart when they made Love a 2020 first-round draft pick.

Jets' Justin Fields responds to controversial Woody Johnson comments

New York Jets owner Woody Johnson raised eyebrows when he basically blamed quarterback Justin Fields for the team's 0-7 record.

Report suggests Jets' Darren Mougey, Aaron Glenn were split on Aaron Rodgers decision

Was there dissent within the organization regarding Rodgers' future with the team?

Browns HC explains handling of Shedeur Sanders after Joe Flacco trade

While speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski revealed that Shedeur Sanders is not receiving reps with the starting offense during midweek practices. 

Jets' Aaron Glenn responds to Woody Johnson's comments about Justin Fields amid QB uncertainty

On Wednesday, Aaron Glenn responded to Woody Johnson's comments, which seemed to indicate that the owner no longer wanted to see Justin Fields in the lineup.

Dolphins HC Mike McDaniel offers big update on belief in Tua Tagovailoa

Is McDaniel losing faith in his quarterback as the season spirals out of control in Miami?

How Titans want Cam Ward to improve after firing of Brian Callahan

The Titans need more from their rookie quarterback.

Steelers' Cameron Heyward already thinking about Aaron Rodgers' future beyond 2025

Rodgers joined the Steelers in June, and he later helped the club open the season with four wins in five games.

Cowboys reportedly 'have had internal discussions' regarding big George Pickens move

Pickens became a key figure in the Dallas offense as CeeDee Lamb missed three games due to a high ankle sprain.

Packers' Micah Parsons reflects on classy Aaron Rodgers gesture from rookie season

The Packers' game against the Steelers will be meaningful for both Aaron Rodgers and Micah Parsons.

Will Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield work out contract extension during Week 9 bye?

Will the Bucs look to lengthen Mayfield's stay in Tampa during the bye week?

Why Giants' Jaxson Dart reminds former QB of Tom Brady

NBC Sports analyst and former NFL quarterback Chris Simms shared how watching Jaxson Dart play this fall has reminded him of a living legend. 

Saints' Brandin Cooks gave Chris Olave advice amid trade rumors

Cooks knows a little bit about what teammate and fellow New Orleans wideout Chris Olave is going through amid rumors suggesting the Saints could deal Olave.

Why Eagles have reportedly made this huge A.J. Brown decision ahead of trade deadline

Speculation continues about Brown's future in Philadelphia.

Broncos' Nik Bonitto closes book on Giants trash talk with comments about Jaxson Dart

Members of the Denver Broncos and New York Giants engaged in a bit of trash talk ahead of the Week 7 game between the sides in Denver.

Raiders WR Jakobi Meyers offers huge update on trade desire

Before the 2025 NFL season got underway, Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Jakobi Meyers made it known he wanted to be traded. Has anything changed through the first seven weeks of the season?

Has Aaron Rodgers surprised NFL executives early into Steelers stint?

Rival executives recently weighed in on Rodgers' early play with the Steelers.

Jets' Woody Johnson makes big statement about Aaron Glenn's future

Jets owner Woody Johnson made it known that he's not thinking about moving on from Aaron Glenn just yet. 

Is Penguins' Evgeni Malkin already campaigning for future decision after hot start to season?

He is in the final year of his contract and teased in September that he could be willing to join an advertised contender during the campaign. 

Shane Steichen shares why Colts are different with Daniel Jones at QB

Jones is enjoying a career revival while helping the Colts become one of the biggest surprises of the NFL season.