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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

Warriors' Stephen Curry, Draymond Green out vs. Pelicans

The Golden State can afford to rest some recognizable names for Thursday's game at the 13-25 New Orleans Pelicans.

Packers QB Aaron Rodgers practicing to play at Lions?

The Packers have nothing to gain in Sunday's game with the Lions but it appears Rodgers is preparing to play.

Giants RB Saquon Barkley again backs Joe Judge despite poor record

Barkley continues to back his embattled head coach. 

Buccaneers HC Bruce Arians: Antonio Brown left due to lack of targets

Arians also refuted previous claims and said Brown never told coaches, team doctors, or a trainer he couldn't continue playing at the Jets because of his hurting ankle. 

Baker Mayfield denies report he could ask Browns to trade him

Mayfield strongly refuted the report via his Twitter account.

Aaron Rodgers considering staying with Packers past this season?

There will, in time, be plenty of discussions and reports about Rodgers' future both before and after the start of the new NFL year in March.

Georgia LB Nolan Smith 'cried' after loss to Alabama in SEC title game

Georgia linebacker Nolan Smith wasn't ashamed to admit the Alabama defeat left him emotional. 

49ers QB Jimmy Garoppolo admits injured thumb 'hurts'

Garoppolo has completed throwing exercises during the midweek, but he didn't hold back when discussing how his thumb feels.

Lionel Messi returns to Paris Saint-Germain after COVID-19 absence

PSG offered a positive update on Messi's status.

Buccaneers keep rights to Antonio Brown another day

Another day has passed with Brown still on the Bucs roster.

Ravens' Lamar Jackson misses practice due to ankle injury

Jackson didn't practice Wednesday, and head coach John Harbaugh refused to offer any meaningful update on his QB1 when speaking with reporters. 

Could COVID-19 restrictions in California cause NFL to relocate Super Bowl LVI?

The Dallas Cowboys' AT&T Stadium is among options for Super Bowl LVI if the NFL has to make a last-minute adjustment due to pandemic-related restrictions in California. 

49ers' Trey Lance taking first-team reps; Jimmy Garoppolo (thumb) could play at Rams

Kyle Shanahan said Garoppolo is beginning midweek practice sessions as a limited participant. Lance is taking at least a majority of first-team reps.

Aaron Rodgers on controversial MVP voter: 'I think he's an absolute bum'

MVP voter Hub Arkush generated headlines when he said he will not choose Aaron Rodgers to win this season's award because he has deemed the QB "the biggest jerk in the league." 

Zion Williamson still rehabbing away from Pelicans

New Orleans announced Wednesday that Williamson will continue his rehabilitation away from the team.

Bruce Arians reiterates Antonio Brown won't play again for Buccaneers

Arians' latest comments suggest Tampa Bay is still attempting to determine the exact designation needed for removing the 33-year-old from the active roster.

Oilers' Connor McDavid out, Maple Leafs' Auston Matthews in for Wednesday

As had been feared, only one team was able to provide a positive update regarding a superstar talent ahead of Wednesday's anticipated clash between the Oilers and Maple Leafs.

Browns' Case Keenum: Baker Mayfield sometimes needed 'small miracle' to play through injuries

While speaking with reporters Wednesday, Keenum praised his teammate's ability to play through multiple physical setbacks.

Michigan DE Aidan Hutchinson officially declares for 2022 NFL Draft

Hutchinson ended his last college regular season a consensus All-American who tallied 13 sacks, 54 total tackles, 14.5 tackles for loss, two forced fumbles, one fumble recovery and three pass breakups.

Bengals QB Joe Burrow sitting vs. Browns, but knee is 'sore, but it's not bad'

Sunday's regular-season finale between the division rival Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns will be missing multiple familiar names.

NFL declines comment on Aaron Rodgers MVP voting controversy

Hub Arkush generated controversy when he told Chicago sports radio station 670 The Score he would not be selecting Aaron Rodgers as this season's MVP because he views Rodgers as "the biggest jerk in the league."

Voter not picking Aaron Rodgers as MVP because he's the 'biggest jerk in the league?'

The numbers show why Rodgers is a favorite to retain his MVP crown, but one NFL MVP voter told Chicago sports radio station 670 The Score on Tuesday why he's not voting for the future Hall of Famer. 

Report: Buccaneers WR Antonio Brown has legitimate ankle setback

According to a new report, AtonioBrown has visited a "top surgeon" away from the Buccaneers and had an MRI confirm he's dealing with a legitimate injury.

Titans will designate RB Derrick Henry to return to practice on Wednesday?

Tennessee can clinch the No. 1 seed in the AFC playoffs by defeating the 4-12 Houston Texans this coming Sunday. 

Browns place RB D'Ernest Johnson on reserve/COVID-19 list

The Browns announced later on Tuesday that backup running back D'Ernest Johnson has been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, putting his status for Sunday's matchup in doubt.