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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

Woody Johnson has 'unwavering, steadfast confidence' in coach Robert Saleh, GM Joe Douglas

The Jets responded to losing Wilson for at least a couple of games by acquiring Joe Flacco from the Philadelphia Eagles on Monday.

Aaron Rodgers: Packers 'found a way' to win without WR Davante Adams in the past

The Green Bay Packers defeated the Washington Football Team 24-10 on Sunday to improve to 6-1 on the season but have since encountered COVID-19 setbacks ahead of Thursday's matchup against the Arizona Cardinals.

Penn State HC James Franklin: USC, LSU links aren't distractions for team

A report surfaced Monday evening that Franklin changed representation and moved from Trace Armstrong of Athletes First to Jimmy Sexton of Creative Artists Agency. Franklin confirmed that story.

Mike Tomlin 'not overly concerned' with who starts at quarterback for Browns

The coach is focusing more on how the Browns' offense operates, not who is running it. 

Dolphins owner Stephen Ross 'not dealing' with questions about Deshaun Watson

Ross quickly shut down any questions about the Dolphins' interest in Watson. 

Penn State QB Sean Clifford to be '100%' healthy for Ohio State game?

There is optimism Clifford will be fully healthy for Saturday's showdown with Ohio State. 

Penguins star Sidney Crosby out Tuesday vs. Lightning

The Penguins have gone 3-0-2 without their captain but have encountered multiple other setbacks.

49ers to keep Jimmy Garoppolo starting QB for Bears game

49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan is keeping Jimmy Garoppolo his starter for at least one more week. 

Serena Williams rookie card sells for record price

Tennis living legend Serena Williams has made history once again, but this time not because of anything she directly achieved on the court.

Fan who returned Tom Brady 600th TD football receives merch, season tickets

Byron Kennedy will be receiving some signed merchandise, a massive credit to the Buccaneers team shop, and also season tickets for his good deed.

Auburn's Bryan Harsin still won't say if he's vaccinated against COVID-19

Auburn Tigers head football coach Bryan Harsin insisted in August that he was not "anti-vaccine" but hasn't yet said if he is fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Ravens' John Harbaugh on Bengals loss: 'We played our worst game of the season, worst game in a long time'

Sunday's much-anticipated matchup between the then-5-1 Baltimore Ravens and 4-2 Cincinnati Bengals turned into a laugher, as Cincinnati rode into Baltimore and crushed the Ravens 41-17 to climb atop the AFC North division standings ahead of Halloween. 

Seahawks activate RB Rashaad Penny ahead of 'MNF' game vs. Saints

Additionally, Seattle elevated quarterback Jake Luton from the practice squad. Luton will be QB2 behind Geno Smith, who is starting in place of the injured Russell Wilson.

Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. to miss World Series vs. Braves

The Houston Astros will enter Game 1 of the World Series against the Atlanta Braves knowing they will be without a key right-hander available for the rotation or out of the bullpen.

Cardinals activate Chandler Jones, Zach Allen from reserve/COVID-19 list

The Arizona defense is getting a nice boost ahead of Thursday's showdown with the Packers.

Packers place WR Davante Adams on reserve/COVID-19 list

Because the Packers have to travel, it's highly unlikely Adams will be cleared in time to play Thursday. 

Baylor freshman Langston Love to miss season with torn ACL

The Baylor Bears have suffered a significant setback ahead of the upcoming college basketball season.

Fan who returned 600th TD football wants to play golf with Tom Brady

The fan has a very specific request after returning the ball. 

Giants co-owner John Mara voices support for head coach Joe Judge

Despite more struggles from the Giants, Judge got a vote of confidence from the owner. 

Washington QB Ryan Fitzpatrick to have MRI on hip in two weeks

It was said last month that Washington Football Team starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick would miss approximately six to eight weeks of the NFL season because of the right hip subluxation he suffered in the season-opening loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

Steelers' Mike Tomlin once again linked with USC job?

Penn State Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin and Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy are among the recognizable names who have

Penguins' Sidney Crosby 'whole lot closer' to making season debut

Fans of the Pittsburgh Penguins were understandably concerned to learn ahead of the weekend that superstar Sidney Crosby seemingly wasn't nearing making his season debut as he worked to recover from wrist surgery he underwent on Sept. 8.

Notre Dame safety Kyle Hamilton won't play vs. North Carolina due to knee injury

The No. 11-ranked Notre Dame Fighting Irish improved to 6-1 on the season via Saturday's 31-16 win over the USC Trojans but lost a key defensive contributor in the process.

Emma Raducanu 'optimistic' to have new coach by Australian Open

Raducanu's search for a new coach continues as she prepares to begin her Transylvania Open experience Tuesday versus Polona Hercog.