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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

Did Joe Theismann leak new name of Washington Football Team?

For what it's worth, there were multiple hints and, perhaps, even intentional teases in January that Commanders had been selected as the team's new name.

Robert Kraft honors Tom Brady; QB thanks Patriots after initial omission

Tom Brady finally put any speculation about his playing future to bed when he announced Tuesday morning he is retiring a seven-time Super Bowl champion and, arguably, the greatest professional football player in history. 

NBC NY trolls Tom Brady over Super Bowl losses to Giants after retirement

Brady guided the Patriots to six titles during his tenure with the organization but fell victim to two all-time great passes delivered by former Giants quarterback Eli Manning in those famous defeats.

Tom Brady will announce retirement decision 'when the time is right'

For now, it almost feels as if the story about Brady's actual future has taken a back seat to the tale of whatever happened in the world of NFL reporting between early Friday evening and Saturday night. 

Chiefs' Andy Reid defends Patrick Mahomes after collapse vs. Bengals

Mahomes' last two playoff appearances have ended poorly per his standards.

Bickerstaff: Cavs 'read their press clippings,' got 'punched in the face' by Pistons

Cavs HC J.B. Bickerstaff didn't hold back when speaking with reporters Monday afternoon about what he saw from his players the previous day in a defeat to lowly Pistons.

Cincinnati Public Schools closing on day after Super Bowl in support of Bengals

Other schools in the Cincinnati area will reportedly also be closed the Monday after the Super Bowl. 

Ravens coach John Harbaugh vows to 'change a lot' to avoid another injury-plagued season

Harbaugh indicated 'we're going to change a lot' as it pertains to offseason training activities, training camp workouts, regular-season practices, and programs for players recovering from injuries. 

Giants' Brian Daboll to keep Patrick Graham as defensive coordinator?

Graham and Daboll were both employed by the New England Patriots from 2013 through the 2015 season. 

Wild give winger Jordan Greenway three-year, $9 million deal

He's appeared in 243 career regular-season NHL contests and has recorded 30 goals and 68 assists for Minnesota. 

Devils HC Lindy Ruff out two games after father's death

Assistant coach Alain Nasreddine will handle head-coaching duties in Ruff's absence.

49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo to have surgery on injured right thumb

He finished Sunday's NFC Championship game with 16 completions on 30 attempts for 232 yards with two touchdowns and a late game-clinching interception.

Nike suspends relationship with Manchester United's Mason Greenwood after arrest

Greenwood remains in custody after troubling images and audio clips of the alleged abuse surfaced on social media but were later deleted.

Bengals TE C.J. Uzomah has MCL sprain, could play in Super Bowl

Uzomah went down in the first quarter vs. the Chiefs after he attempted to catch a pass that ultimately fell incomplete.

Giants HC Brian Daboll: 'There’s a lot of things to like about' QB Daniel Jones

The future of New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is very much up in the air this winter, but he received some support from his new head coach on Monday. 

Tom Brady to address NFL retirement reports in new Monday podcast?

Whether or not Brady would officially call time on his legendary career via a podcast may be learned as soon as Monday evening. 

Giants must 'clear out $40 million' under new GM Joe Schoen?

Schoen has his work cut out for him as he looks to rebuild the Giants. 

Christian Eriksen joins Brentford seven months after cardiac arrest

In what may ultimately be the most remarkable return the sports world sees all year, midfielder Christian Eriksen is back in competitive football.

49ers' Jimmy Garoppolo: Shoulder is 'great,' thumb 'holding up for right now'

Garoppolo has been dealing with a Grade 3 sprain of the ulnar collateral ligament in his right thumb and played through a "slight" sprain to his right shoulder in last Saturday's win at the Packers. 

Tom Brady 'preparing to retire'; announcement imminent?

Brady and the Buccaneers were ousted by the Rams last week in the playoffs.

Giants hire Bills OC Brian Daboll as next head coach

Daboll became a hot head-coaching candidate over the past couple of years as Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen developed into one of the league's most electric weapons at the position.

Broncos: Hiring Nathaniel Hackett 'absolutely not' about getting Aaron Rodgers?

The Broncos held an event Friday so Hackett could speak with local media members for the first time in his new role, and general manager George Paton was directly asked if he made the hire to lure Rodgers to town. 

Former QB Josh McCown the favorite to be next Texans head coach?

The Texans are seeking a replacement for David Culley, who was fired after just one season.

Rangers' Adam Fox placed on IR with upper-body injury

It's unclear if Fox will be able to participate in the All-Star Game on Feb. 5 or if he'll return to the New York lineup against the Boston Bruins on Feb. 15.

Steelers GM Kevin Colbert stepping down after 2022 NFL Draft

Between Colbert's departure and Ben Roethlisberger's retirement, the Steelers are going through a major transition.