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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

Lamar Jackson vents frustrations after Ravens' latest playoff heartbreak

Jackson understandably may spend some time wondering what could have been for this Ravens team had he not turned the ball over twice at Highmark Stadium.

Lions' Brian Branch discusses avoiding 'rat poison' ahead of playoff game

Brian Branch echoed one of Nick Saban's better-known phrases while discussing the divisional-round matchup between the Lions and Commanders.

Former MVP shares prediction about European NFL division

The legendary QB offered a prediction about a European NFL division that has been rumored for years.

Eagles' Saquon Barkley defends Jalen Hurts amid criticism

Barkley left little doubt he and others in the locker room are confident Hurts can do whatever is needed to guide Philadelphia to more than just a home divisional-round victory over the Los Angeles Rams this coming Sunday afternoon.

Former teammate names what Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes 'doesn’t get enough credit for'

Alex Smith discussed how Patrick Mahomes is more than just a generational athlete playing the sport's most important position. 

Roger Goodell: 18-game regular season is 'logical step' for NFL

Roger Goodell stated that adding an 18th game to the NFL's regular season is the "logical" next step for all parties involved.

Steelers insider talks George Pickens trade rumors after latest controversy

A Steelers insider predicted what could be next for George Pickens.

NFL insider makes huge prediction about future of Vikings' Sam Darnold

The veteran quarterback's future is up in the air after a solid season with the Vikings.

Rams' Jared Verse makes feelings on Eagles fans clear ahead of playoff game

Yet another NFL player has expressed his hatred for Eagles fans.

Report shares when Commanders' Kliff Kingsbury could accept HC interviews

Will Kliff Kingsbury return to head coaching in 2025?

Browns' Denzel Ward shares big hint about Deshaun Watson's future

Rumors continue to swirl about Deshaun Watson's future in Cleveland.

Kevin O'Connell makes huge statement about Vikings future after playoff loss

O'Connell spoke with reporters on Thursday and left little doubt about his intentions for the future.

Insider offers huge update on what Steelers think of Aaron Rodgers

The Pittsburgh Steelers currently don't have a legitimate 2025 Week 1 starting quarterback under contract for next season and had been linked with Rodgers.

Insider addresses worrisome reason Giants may have kept Brian Daboll

Things could be even worse for the Giants than meets the eye.

Bears' Caleb Williams admits he wants one kind of head coach

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams shared thoughts on what he wants out of his next head coach.

Has contract standoff impacted Mets' relationship with Pete Alonso?

The Amazins need lineup protection for All-Star outfielder Juan Soto, and there's no sign Alonso will receive an offer from any club other than a short-term deal that includes opt-outs between now and Opening Day. 

Contract status of Bill Belichick raises more questions about UNC, NFL futures

Belichick has routinely been named as a potential head-coaching candidate for the Las Vegas Raiders due to his close relationship with Raiders minority owner Tom Brady.

Broncos owner shares big challenge for Sean Payton regarding 2025 season

In his second season serving as HC of the Broncos, Payton guided the club to a 10-7 record and a playoff berth with rookie Bo Nix serving as Denver's starting quarterback. 

Report shares how much say Kevin Stefanski has had in Browns' QB decisions

The Browns decision to acquire Deshaun Watson has been a disaster and thrown the Browns' QB situation into chaos. How much influence did head coach Kevin Stefanski have in the decisions at the position?

Franchise legend sings praises of Commanders' Jayden Daniels

Daniels emerged this past summer as Washington's Week 1 starter and ultimately helped the club enter the playoffs at 12-5.

Vikings icon shares bold Sam Darnold take after nightmare end to season

Darnold turned back into the player he was during failed stints with the New York Jets and Carolina Panthers for the biggest contests of the campaign. 

Did Broncos' Sean Payton take a shot at Steelers' Russell Wilson?

Payton benched Wilson in December 2023 to keep the veteran healthy so that Denver could eat the largest dead cap hit in NFL history to show the signal-caller the door last March.

Ryan Clark offers bold suggestion for Steelers' Mike Tomlin

Clark had an interesting comparison for Tomlin's situation as he shared his thoughts on what the head coach should do regarding his future.

Cowboys' Micah Parsons addresses rumors involving Steelers' Mike Tomlin

With the Cowboys moving on from HC Mike McCarthy, some suggested that owner Jerry Jones could call the Steelers about the availability of Tomlin.