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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

Watch: Daniel Jones reacts to benching, likely end of Giants career

Jones addressed his benching and the likely end of his career with the Giants.

NFL insider addresses job-security rumors about Browns' Kevin Stefanski

Adam Schefter offered an update on Browns HC Kevin Stefanski's job status.

Insider expands on why New York club is favorite to sign Juan Soto

To have the media tell it, the Soto sweepstakes is all but over.

Rob Gronkowski makes bold claim about Patriots' Drake Maye

Gronk offered some high praise for Patriots QB Drake Maye.

Former MVP reacts to Giants' controversial QB decision

The Giants are playing QB Tommy DeVito over benched starter Daniel Jones and QB2 Drew Lock for this Sunday's home game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Why Colts aren't playing it safe with Anthony Richardson's health

The second-year quarterback lowered his shoulder to score a pair of rushing touchdowns en route to helping the Colts earn a 28-27 win at the New York Jets this past Sunday.

Analyst reveals Browns' alleged QB plans in latest mock draft

In his latest mock draft, ESPN's Matt Miller revealed that Cleveland could pass on spending a top-tier choice on a QB in the 2025 NFL Draft. 

Patriots' Hunter Henry compares Drake Maye to Pro Bowl QB

Hunter Henry spoke with reporters on Wednesday about the Drake Maye-Justin Herbert comparisons that have continued through the fall. 

Hal Steinbrenner discusses Yankees' ugly World Series loss to Dodgers

The Dodgers needed just five games to beat the Yankees.

Giants' Tommy DeVito makes vow amid second chance as starting QB

DeVito is getting a second chance as QB1 for the Giants after becoming something of a sensation last season.

Dak Prescott opens up about injury, Cowboys' woes

Prescott left much to be desired with his play before his setback, and the Cowboys went from a 3-2 team to a 3-7 side heading into this weekend.

MLB insider names New York club favorite to sign Juan Soto

Is one New York club ahead in the race to sign Soto?

Jets' Davante Adams addresses bombshell report, firing of Joe Douglas

Davante Adams addressed whether Johnson and/or quarterback Aaron Rodgers forced Joe Douglas to trade for him when the Jets were 2-4. 

Hal Steinbrenner addresses Yankees' payroll, possibly losing Juan Soto to Mets

By most accounts, New York Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner and New York Mets owner Steve Cohen will soon engage in a bidding war over the services of Juan Soto. 

Insider addresses theory about Bill Belichick, Jaguars' Trent Baalke

An insider addressed the theory that Baalke could retain his job due to his previous experience working with Belichick.

Insider shares alarming update on how Giants players feel about GM Joe Schoen

The two football franchises that represent New York City seem to be having a contest to see which can be more dysfunctional.

Former Jets QB shares Aaron Rodgers theory after bombshell benching report

The report revealed that Jets owner Woody Johnson allegedly wanted Rodgers benched in favor of backup Tyrod Taylor after New York fell to 2-2 back in late September. 

Analyst breaks down struggles of Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence before injury

Dan Orlovsky discussed why Trevor Lawrence didn't "look like the same player he was in 2022 and the first part of 2023" before his latest setback.

Report shares if NFL personnel believe Giants will retain Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen

ESPN NFL insider Jeremy Fowler offered an update on Giants' Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen's job security.

Insider expands on how Colts' Anthony Richardson reacted positively to benching

Richardson guided the Colts to a come-from-behind 28-27 victory at the New York Jets this past Sunday.

Will Yankees' Hal Steinbrenner truly compete with Mets' Steve Cohen for Juan Soto?

There are conflicting opinions regarding how competitive the Yankees will be in the Juan Soto sweepstakes.

Micah Parsons, Trevon Diggs make shocking claim about 3-7 Cowboys

The Cowboys fell to 3-7 on the season via a loss to the Houston Texans on Monday night that unofficially ended their chances of completing a second-half run and earning a playoff spot. 

Bengals' Zac Taylor defends Ja’Marr Chase amid renewed trade whispers

Shortly after the Bengals fell to 4-7 on Sunday, Chase raised some eyebrows when he seemed to call out Taylor for the fact that the club has suffered six one-possession defeats this season. 

Giants star shares strong reaction to benching of Daniel Jones

At least one key Giants player seemed less than thrilled with the team's decision to bench Daniel Jones.

Jets reportedly have made Aaron Rodgers decision for 2025 season

Will Aaron Rodgers still be the Jets starting quarterback during the 2025 campaign?