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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

Could Giants make surprising Tommy DeVito call amid development of Jaxson Dart?

DeVito remains the only quarterback on New York's roster who has taken an in-game snap while playing under head coach Brian Daboll.

Do stats show why Rams were reluctant to commit to Matthew Stafford beyond 2025 season?

While the Los Angeles Rams and Matthew Stafford worked out an agreement in February for Stafford to remain the club's starting quarterback for the 2025, the sides are taking things one year at a time.

Steelers' T.J. Watt could make controversial move amid contract standoff

How far is Watt willing to push the Steelers in his quest for a contract extension?

Mets' Juan Soto addresses leadership style after players-only meeting

During a recent chat with Laura Albanese of Newsday, Soto opened up about his leadership style amid the Mets' poor run of form that included falling from 45-24 to 48-37 ahead of July 1.

Bills running backs coach challenges James Cook amid desire for contract extension

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook fully participated in the club's June mandatory minicamp amid his desire for a lucrative contract extension.

Analysts explain Browns' handling of Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders during springtime workouts

Multiple stories previously made it known that Sanders was "very clearly fourth on" the Browns' depth chart beneath Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett and Gabriel during springtime workouts. 

Could unhappy AL right-hander be answer to Mets' pitching woes?

The New York Mets fell from 45-24 to 48-37 ahead of July 1 during a brutal stretch for the club that featured both its pitching and offense producing handfuls of lackluster performances. Could they pursue an old friend to bolster their starting rotation?

Is trading T.J. Watt ahead of 2025 season 'off the table' for Steelers?

Watt is signed through the 2025 season, but he showed in 2021 he's willing to "hold in" during training camp as a way to protest not receiving an extension to his liking.

Coaching legend reacts to Buccaneers' surprising Todd Bowles move

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made one of the more surprising NFL-related moves of June when they signed head coach Todd Bowles to a contract extension.

Early 2026 mock draft paints gloomy picture for Browns

Are the Browns in for disastrous season and a whole lot of second guessing?

Why T.J. Watt allegedly isn't 'in any hurry' to get extension done with Steelers

Watt stayed away from the team during its mandatory minicamp earlier in June amid his desire for a contract extension.

Why Kevin Stefanski thinks Kenny Pickett can 'thrive' in Browns' offense

Is Pickett a perfect fit for Stefanski's scheme?

What Mac Jones worked on fixing after signing with 49ers in free agency

Jones had some specific things he has worked on since joining the 49ers.

Buccaneers GM compares Todd Bowles replacing Bruce Arians to Tom Brady, Baker Mayfield situation

Jason Licht discussed his team's head coach and made an interesting comparison regarding Bowles taking over the team.

Insider predicts if Steelers will match T.J. Watt's alleged asking price ahead of 2025 season

Watt stayed away from the Steelers during their mandatory minicamp earlier in June as an apparent protest of the fact that he hadn't yet received a pay raise.

How Mets reportedly feel about coaching staff after awful second half of June

The Mets began June 13 at 45-24 but will head into July with a record of 48-37.

Former Patriots great shares concerns about Drake Maye ahead of second season

Expectations will be high for Maye entering his second season, but at least one prominent former Patriot isn't sold that Maye is equipped to be a franchise quarterback.

Insider addresses if Deshaun Watson could be an option for Browns during 2025 season

A report from late May indicated that Deshaun Watson could potentially try to return to the Cleveland Browns' active roster during the 2025 regular season.

Report expands on how Falcons' Michael Penix Jr., Kirk Cousins are handling unique situation

Cousins remains with Atlanta despite his desire to go to a team where he can start.

Tom Brady downplays Raiders role amid claims of involvement in offseason decisions

Tom Brady downplayed his role within the organization compared to that of majority owner Mark Davis regarding key front-office decisions. 

Insider explains how Seahawks protected themselves with Sam Darnold deal

ESPN NFL insider Dan Graziano provided more information on how the Seahawks protected themselves while acquiring a new QB1 for at least the upcoming season.

Giants RB refutes 'leader' claims amid Russell Wilson, Jaxson Dart takes

During an appearance on Friday's edition of NFL Network's "Good Morning Football" program, Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. poured cold water over the idea that Wilson will enter training camp practices as the undisputed leader of the club's offense.

Saints starter gives team advice amid reported rise of rookie QB Tyler Shough

Per just about every account regarding what could become a quarterback competition in name only, Shough entered the summer as the favorite to be the New Orleans Saints' Week 1 starter over 2024 fifth-round draft pick Spencer Rattler and 2023 fourth-rounder Jake Haener.

Maxx Crosby opens up about receiving contract extension from new Raiders regime

Crosby recently spoke about what it meant to be locked down by a Raiders team that could've moved on from the 27-year-old as part of an organizational reset.

Insider explains how Browns' QB competition changed during spring workouts

Browns insider Mary Kay Cabot shared what changed about the club's QB battle from the start of spring workouts through the end of mandatory minicamp.