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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

Mets' Carlos Mendoza discusses what's different about Brett Baty amid hot streak

Baty heard boos from Mets fans earlier this spring as he continued to perform like a "Quadruple-A" player -- one capable of flashing plenty of promise in Triple-A but then can't match those performances at the highest level. 

Beanie Bishop Jr. reacts to Steelers trading George Pickens to Cowboys

It's now clear that the Steelers signing DK Metcalf to a five-year deal worth $150M to land him from the Seahawks earlier this offseason made Pittsburgh comfortable enough to give up on Pickens after just three campaigns.

Patriots' Kendrick Bourne sends warning to NFL about Drake Maye

The Patriots clearly entered this offseason with the goal in mind of building around Maye after he impressed throughout his debut pro campaign.

David Wright discusses how Francisco Lindor impacts Mets' 'vibes'

Lindor is a big reason the "fun" Mets opened Wednesday at 28-15 after they won 17 of their first 21 home games.

Why ESPN analyst disagrees with Browns' reported quarterback plan

At least one analyst thinks the Browns should go a different direction with their quarterback plans.

Ben Roethlisberger has big request for Aaron Rodgers amid Steelers' springtime workouts

As of the morning of May 14, outsiders could only speculate why Rodgers hadn't yet signed a contract to serve as the Steelers starting quarterback for the 2025 season. 

Bruce Arians adds to Buccaneers Super Bowl hype following solid offseason

Arians certainly sounds confident in the Bucs' roster and the team's outlook for the 2025 season.

Insider updates if Derek Carr could make NFL comeback with team other than Saints in 2026

Derek Carr is ready to begin the next chapter of his life at 34 — but is it for good?

Former NFL executive defends Cowboys' trade for George Pickens

Former NFL executive and current analyst Andrew Brandt explained why he is a fan of Dallas taking a flier on George Pickens ahead of the upcoming season. 

Report expands on if Jordon Hudson relationship could prevent Bill Belichick from returning to NFL

Belichick is 15 wins away from breaking Don Shula's NFL record for career victories earned by a head coach (regular season and postseason combined).

Browns reporters push back at Shedeur Sanders rookie minicamp narratives

Dillon Gabriel or Sanders theoretically could win the Browns' Week 1 starting job by the time August comes to an end.

Cameron Heyward reacts to Steelers trading George Pickens to Cowboys

Pickens was the subject of trade rumors for months before the Steelers shipped the mercurial WR to the Cowboys ahead of this past weekend. 

What Titans' Cam Ward will have in common with Bengals' Joe Burrow as a rookie

Long before the Titans made Ward the first pick of the draft, Tennessee HC Brian Callahan was serving as OC with the Bengals when the Bengals grabbed Burrow with the No. 1 selection of the 2020 draft. 

Inside source shares theory about when Aaron Rodgers could sign with Steelers

The fact that the Steelers have Mason Rudolph, Skylar Thompson and Will Howard in their QB room suggests they expect to acquire an upgrade at the position sooner rather than later. 

Analyst says Giants wouldn't be 'scared' to make this Jaxson Dart decision

Could Dart earn meaningful playing time sooner than expected?

Insider expands on why Steelers got 'fed up' with Cowboys' George Pickens

Many thought during the first days of May that Pittsburgh's expected signing of free-agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers would result in the club holding onto Pickens through at least the start of the 2025 season.

Does insider think Derek Carr could unretire, play for team other than Saints in 2026?

Carr confirmed over the weekend that he was retiring due to reasons related to a significant shoulder injury.

Insider addresses theory about when Aaron Rodgers could report to Steelers

Noteworthy members of the NFL community have suggested throughout the spring that the free-agent quarterback will sign with the Steelers.

Insider expands on why Browns drafted Dillon Gabriel before Shedeur Sanders

The decision raised plenty of eyebrows across the football world.

Stephen Jones discusses Cowboys acquiring George Pickens from the Steelers

Jones addressed the team's acquisition of the polarizing wide receiver.

Insider names 'by far the best quarterback' on Browns roster this spring

The Browns will have four players vying for the starting quarterback job, but at least one analyst believes it won't be much of a competition.

Reporter names 'best thing' he saw from Jaxson Dart during Giants rookie minicamp

Dart was understandably the most examined player who participated in the Giants' rookie minicamp that wrapped up over the weekend. 

Analyst predicts who will be Saints' Week 1 starting QB after Derek Carr's retirement

Who will start at quarterback for the Saints on Week 1?

Insider expands on what Steelers players thought about George Pickens before trade to Cowboys

Back in December, HC Mike Tomlin said that he felt Pickens needed to "grow up" after the 24-year-old was flagged twice for unsportsmanlike conduct during a Week 13 victory over the Cincinnati Bengals.