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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

Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield feared the worst after injury scare vs. Panthers

Mayfield temporarily exited what became a 26-23 overtime win at the Panthers on Sunday after he had his right ankle accidentally stepped on. 

Colts' Shane Steichen explains how Anthony Richardson has improved since benching

Richardson guided the Colts on a game-winning drive that he finished with a dramatic two-point conversion in Sunday's 25-24 victory at the New England Patriots.

Insider says non-New York team could make highest offer for Juan Soto

Multiple November reports indicated that the New York Yankees and New York Mets were the favorites to win the Juan Soto sweepstakes. Could a non-New York club make the highest offer and crash the party?

Jets confirm Aaron Rodgers decision for Dolphins game

Rodgers' position as the starting quarterback for the Jets has been called into question following yet another loss. It appears the team has made a decision regarding the signal-caller's status.

Nick Sirianni addresses 'crazy overreaction' to Eagles' 2-2 season start

The tone around the Eagles has certainly changed amid an eight-game winning streak.

Why Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield is 'just proud' of Panthers' Bryce Young

Young nearly guided the Panthers to a come-from-behind win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

Former Jets player rips Aaron Rodgers over controversial post-loss comments

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers raised eyebrows when he seemed to suggest following the New York Jets' 26-21 loss to the Seattle Seahawks that dropped Gang Green to 3-9 that he's not the only person to blame for New York's offensive struggles.

Insider, executive predict contract Steelers' Russell Wilson will get this coming offseason

The Steelers have a long-standing policy of not negotiating deals with players during seasons, so Wilson will have to continue proving his worth to the club through January. 

Falcons teammates defend Kirk Cousins after nightmare performance vs. Chargers

The Atlanta Falcons fell to 6-6 on the season via a 17-13 home loss to the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday afternoon that featured Atlanta quarterback Kirk Cousins throwing four interceptions and zero touchdown passes.

Insider expands on Jets' Aaron Rodgers plans for 2025 

To say the Jets' Aaron Rodgers experiment hasn't gone as planned would be an understatement. What does it mean for the team's plans next season?

Is Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence headed toward season-ending surgery?

Lawrence missed the past two games with a sprained left (non-throwing) shoulder. 

Insiders address if Falcons could make Kirk Cousins available this offseason

The Falcons signed Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract that included $100M guaranteed this past offseason.

Report updates Colts' 2025 plans for Anthony Richardson

It's been a rollercoaster ride for the Colts and Richardson this season as the quarterback was benched, only to be returned to the starting lineup a few weeks later. It's led to a lot of speculation about his extended future with the team.

Insiders update if Bryce Young will stay with Panthers in 2025

It appears Bryce Young's situation has changed after playing like a legitimate NFL signal-caller over his past four starts. 

Insider hints Browns could soon make controversial Jameis Winston decision

Winston has become an adored figure amid the Browns' 3-8 season, as he's been an on-the-field upgrade over Week 1 QB1 Deshaun Watson.

Jets WR on Aaron Rodgers' uncertain future: 'I'd love to have him back'

Jets receiver Garrett Wilson touched upon Aaron Rodgers' uncertain future. 

Insider names 'place that makes the most sense for' Bill Belichick in 2025

NFL insiders Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler touched upon Bill Belichick's reported desire to return to coaching next year. 

Steelers legend shares wild Justin Fields idea amid team's red-zone woes

Pittsburgh suffered a 24-19 loss at the Cleveland Browns that dropped it to 8-3 last Thursday night. 

NFL execs pinpoint offseason moment that impacted Daniel Jones

Was Daniel Jones' 2024 season doomed from the start?

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles praises Baker Mayfield for 'all-in' moment vs. Giants

Tampa Bay head coach Todd Bowles spoke about what Baker Mayfield's dedication to the cause means to his teammates. 

Giants' Dexter Lawrence II, Jermaine Eluemunor expand on controversial comments

Lawrence was among the players who used the word "soft" to describe the team's effort in the 30-7 home loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers that dropped Big Blue to 2-9 on the season this past Sunday. 

Reporter makes huge claim about Steelers' Russell Wilson, Justin Fields amid red-zone woes

NFL reporter Aditi Kinkhabwala of CBS Sports suggested Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin isn't married to keeping Russell Wilson his QB1.

Aaron Rodgers addresses reports about Jets, playing future

Rodgers addressed rumors regarding his playing future.

Insider names 'one factor' that could lead to in-season firing of Giants' Brian Daboll

The Giants fell to 2-9 via an embarrassing 30-7 home loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this past Sunday.

How Fox wants Tom Brady to improve as NFL announcer

While Brady has shown improvements across his first season serving as Fox's lead in-game NFL analyst, he very much so remains a work in progress heading into December.