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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

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Do replays show Giants' Dexter Lawrence wasn't offside for game-deciding field goal?

To his credit, Lawrence made no excuses when speaking with reporters.

Saints likely to return home after Week 3 game at New England

The New Orleans Saints continue to practice in and operate out of Dallas as Louisiana works to recover from Hurricane Ida.

Penguins' Sidney Crosby unsure of return date from wrist surgery

Some understandably wondered why Crosby didn't have the operation sooner to correct something Penguins general manager Ron Hextall said earlier this month had been bothering him "for numerous years."

Giants' Joe Judge sees no issue between QB Daniel Jones, WR Kenny Golladay

Giants head coach Joe Judge attempted to downplay an incident caught on camera between quarterback Daniel Jones and WR Kenny Golladay during Thursday night's loss when speaking with reporters Friday. 

Dolphins' Will Fuller out at least for Bills game with personal issue

Dolphins head coach Brian Flores confirmed Friday that Fuller won't play in Sunday's matchup against the Buffalo Bills due to an unspecified personal matter.

Juventus claim massive financial losses, state 'legitimacy' of Super League

 Juventus declared via a statement released Friday that they lost €209.9 million due to hardships caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and also that the Super League that still includes Juve, Real Madrid and Barcelona remains valid. 

Buccaneers' Tom Brady: Up to young players to replicate his successes

Brady had a humorous and then honest response when asked what advice he'd give younger would-be stars about matching his accomplishments.

Report: 'More unlikely' Deshaun Watson criminal inquiry will finish before NFL trade deadline

It was reported last month that the case against Houston Texans star quarterback Deshaun Watson, who is facing 22 lawsuits alleging acts of sexual assault and misconduct and 10 criminal complaints, went before a grand jury.

Penguins' Sidney Crosby wants Capitals' Alex Ovechkin to set NHL goals record

Ovechkin will have a high-profile supporter as he aims for the NHL's goal record. 

49ers' Dre Greenlaw needs groin surgery, out until at least November

San Francisco linebacker Dre Greenlaw requires surgery to repair the groin injury he suffered in Detroit, and he will be out through at least some point into November. 

Seattle's T-Mobile Park confirmed as host of 2023 MLB All-Star Game

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred announced Thursday that T-Mobile Park, home of the Seattle Mariners, will host the 2023 edition of the MLB All-Star Game.

FIFA claims survey proves 'majority' of fans want World Cup every two years

FIFA said in a statement released Thursday that a majority of fans would support shifting the men's World Cup to a biennial event. 

Angels star Shohei Ohtani won't pitch this weekend vs. Athletics

While Joe Maddon remained open to letting Ohtani take the bump again before the regular season ends Oct. 3, everybody involved will have to think about beyond this fall before taking any kind of risk with such a valuable asset. 

Felony DWI trial for Britt Reid scheduled to start April 18

Reid was allegedly driving nearly 84 mph just seconds before he wrecked into two vehicles on an Interstate 435 on-ramp. A five-year-old girl was left with a severe brain injury, and a second child was hurt in the incident.

Cowboys DE Demarcus Lawrence undergoes foot surgery, out six to eight weeks

Lawrence tallied five total tackles and one forced fumble in last Thursday's Week 1 loss at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

OC Eric Bieniemy focused on Chiefs, not links to USC job

Bieniemy has long wanted to lead an NFL squad but hasn't received an opportunity he's more than earned with his work alongside Chiefs head coach Andy Reid.

ATP to reduce or eliminate long bathroom breaks, medical timeouts?

Stefanos Tsitsipas became one of the villains of this summer's U.S. Open tournament when he took a bathroom break that lasted nearly eight minutes during a back-and-forth match versus Andy Murray.

Could Giants again limit RB Saquon Barkley at Washington?

Barkley was questionable Wednesday to play in Thursday's prime-time game at the Washington Football Team but is on track to take the field.

Tom Brady teases he could play until he's 50

Brady visibly isn't slowing down and earned FedEx Air Player of the Week honors after he threw for 379 passing yards with four touchdowns in last Thursday's season-opening win over the Dallas Cowboys.

49ers add RB Trenton Cannon off waivers from Ravens

The 49ers are adding RB depth after losing Raheem Mostert for the season. 

Cowboys' Demarcus Lawrence has broken foot, out multiple weeks

Cowboys defensive end DeMarcus Lawrence suffered a broken foot during Wednesday's practice and is set to be out for multiple weeks.

Angels on verge of shutting three-time MVP Mike Trout down?

Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout has been trying to return from the calf strain that first sidelined him May 17 throughout the summer and was hoping to get in at least some at-bats before the regular-season finale.

Ravens' Marlon Humphrey didn't know he may have had interception vs. Raiders

Humphrey seemingly wasn't aware the ball never touched the ground during a play made in the first quarter and simply relinquished control of it without ever securing what could've been ruled a catch and turnover.