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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

Robert Sarver's wife sent messages to ex-Suns employees, accused them of lying?

Former Suns head coach Earl Watson, who made damning allegations against Robert Sarver in the original ESPN piece, is mentioned in at least one of the messages shared by the Worldwide Leader.

Ducks EVP/GM Bob Murray placed on administrative leave amid investigation

Details on allegations made against Murray are unknown at this time.

Report: Panthers signing QB Matt Barkley with Sam Darnold hurting

The Panthers are signing journeyman veteran Matt Barkley from the Tennessee Titans' practice squad pending a physical.

Canadiens' Carey Price says he entered treatment facility for substance use

Before Tuesday, neither Price nor the Canadiens offered any in-depth information for why he entered the player assistance program, but his wife cited mental health at the time. 

Giants waive CB, former supplemental draft pick Sam Beal

Sam Beal played in just nine games with the Giants since they selected him via a third-round pick in the 2018 Supplemental Draft.

Northern Illinois signs Thomas Hammock to extension through 2026-27 season

Hammock spent five years as a Baltimore Ravens assistant before taking the NIU gig. 

Former Pro Bowl WR Odell Beckham Jr. clears waivers, hits free agency

OBJ can sign with any team he wants moving forward. 

Packers' Aaron Rodgers: 'I take full responsibility' for 'misleading' comment on my COVID-19 vaccination status

Aaron Rodgers publicly said this summer he was "immunized" regarding COVID-19. It was learned last week after he tested positive for the virus that he was not, however, fully vaccinated.

NFL reminds teams unvaccinated players must wear masks for indoor media interviews

The Aaron Rodgers controversy was sparked in part by the Packers QB violating protocols.

Conor McGregor, Michael Chandler tease future fight

Chandler seems to have caught the eye of a fighter who would unquestionably be the biggest name-value opponent of his career.

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa day-to-day ahead of Ravens game due to finger injury

While Brissett would start Thursday night if Tagovailoa doesn't receive the nod, the second-year pro would serve as the backup against Baltimore barring a setback.

Buccaneers QB Tom Brady: Expanding to 17-game NFL season 'a terrible decision'

Tampa Bay Buccaneers starting quarterback Tom Brady has been outspoken about different NFL topics since he earned his seventh Super Bowl ring in February of this year.

Canadiens star goaltender Carey Price visits teammates, coaches

There remains no timetable for Price's return to the lineup, and Dominique Ducharme commented Monday the veteran is "many steps" away from taking the ice for a meaningful game.

Steelers HC Mike Tomlin backs NFL emphasis on taunting penalties

Tomlin's comments suggest the league isn't changing its mind about this subject through at least the Super Bowl in February.

Jerry Jones blasts Cowboys after upset loss to Broncos

Jones called his club "internally overconfident" during the radio segment and added the "Cowboys were not ready" to play Denver.

Big Blue not claiming former Giant wideout Odell Beckham Jr.

The New York Giants improved to 3-6 on the season via Sunday's 23-16 win over the Las Vegas Raiders one day before the Cleveland Browns officially parted

Buccaneers QB Tom Brady declines to comment on Aaron Rodgers COVID-19 controversy

Former quarterback and Pro Football Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw was one of multiple NFL personalities who ripped Green Bay Packers starting signal-caller

49ers RT Mike McGlinchey out for season with torn quadriceps

San Francisco head coach Kyle Shanahan confirmed Monday that right tackle Mike McGlinchey suffered a torn quadriceps in the first half of Sunday's game and will miss the remainder of the campaign.

Patriots' Mac Jones says he thought Brian Burns had football on controversial play

Patriots rookie QB Mac Jones was involved in one of the most controversial moments of NFL Sunday when he appeared to twist the ankle of Panthers DE Brian Burns late in the first quarter of New England's 24-6 win.

Report: All-Star Ben Simmons meets with 76ers-recommended specialist about mental health

It was reported Monday that Ben Simmons has now met with a team-recommended specialist regarding his mental health

Canadiens goaltender Carey Price 'many steps' away from playing again

Price entered the NHL/NHLPA player assistance program on Oct. 7 and left after the 30-day mark on Nov. 6. 

Browns officially waive former Pro Bowl WR Odell Beckham Jr.

The New Orleans Saints and Detroit Lions are among clubs that have already confirmed they're not claiming Beckham, who reportedly has $7.25 million of salary attached to him if he doesn't become a free agent.

Bears activate RB David Montgomery ahead of Steelers game

Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy confirmed last week that lead running back David Montgomery was designated to return from injured reserve after he missed the past four games with a knee sprain.

Jets HC Robert Saleh 'not in any hurry to rush' QB Zach Wilson back

Wilson is expected to practice this week, but Saleh told reporters Monday he is embracing patience regarding the first-year pro. 

Cardinals RB Chase Edmonds to miss multiple games with high ankle sprain?

Without Edmonds available, running back James Conner had a day to remember on Sunday.