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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

What Patriots' Mike Vrabel reportedly told Tom Brady amid Raiders' interest

It was widely believed even before the Las Vegas Raiders parted ways with head coach Antonio Pierce that Raiders minority owner Tom Brady could target former New England Patriots teammate Mike Vrabel for the job.

Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence discusses concussion-related concerns after latest worrisome injury

Trevor Lawrence insisted his concussion history "doesn’t necessarily worry" him regardless of long-term health concerns associated with such head injuries. 

Insider links Raiders with big-name HC candidate amid Tom Brady, Bill Belichick whispers

Tom Brady's involvement in Las Vegas' search for a new head coach could result in Ben Johnson rejecting clubs to join the Raiders. 

Joe Milton III responds to fans mad about Patriots losing No. 1 draft pick

Joe Milton III offered his perspective on fans criticizing the Patriots for not losing their final game of the season.

How Saquon Barkley quickly established himself as leader with Eagles

Saquon Barkley has been just as valuable to the Eagles in the locker room as he has been on the field.

Colts make huge Anthony Richardson decision ahead of critical third season

Richardson has some work ahead of him to remain atop the depth chart through the end of August.

Vikings' Sam Darnold talks making first playoff start amid future uncertainty

Sam Darnold is on track to reach free agency in March and understands what's at stake regarding his short- and long-term futures. 

Former Patriots CB rips team for firing Jerod Mayo

Jerod Mayo's former Patriots teammates came to his defense in the wake of his surprising firing.

Giants players make alarming comments after Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen decisions

Some locker room members privately sang different tunes early into the offseason about the Giants' retention of Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen.

New York Giants icon offers advice to Pete Alonso amid Mets rumors

Tiki Barber offered advice to Pete Alonso as he remains a free agent.

Penn State's Drew Allar reacts to brutal performance in crushing loss to Notre Dame

Following Thursday's heartbreaking defeat, a tearful Allar addressed what could go down as a career-defining contest.

Why insider believes Bill Belichick could return to NFL amid Raiders' changes

Speculation continues regarding the future of Bill Belichick.

Trevor Lawrence reacts to Jaguars firing Doug Pederson

Trevor Lawrence spoke with media members on Thursday and hinted he and others in the locker room let Doug Pederson down.

What Texans' C.J. Stroud is looking to reclaim ahead of wild-card game

C.J. Stroud discussed his up-and-down sophomore campaign ahead of Houston's home wild-card playoff matchup against the Chargers. 

Report shares how Commanders' Kliff Kingsbury could approach head-coaching opportunities

Kingsbury has received widespread praise for helping quarterback Jayden Daniels become the uncrowned Offensive Rookie of the Year Award winner for the ongoing season. 

Do Jets players want Aaron Rodgers back for 2025 season?

There has been and will continue to be plenty of speculation over Rodgers' future. But what do his teammates want to see happen?

Insider addresses latest Tom Brady, Fox rumor amid Raiders speculation

Brady is completing the first season of a 10-year, $375M deal with Fox and seemingly hasn't yet gotten into any trouble related to calling games while serving as a minority owner of a franchise.

Could Lions' Ben Johnson reject Bears for this AFC club?

Is Johnson eyeing a position outside the NFC North?

Reports name 'heavy favorite' for Patriots' head-coaching job

Team owner Robert Kraft parted ways with first-year coach Jerod Mayo following this past regular season.

Reporter addresses uncertain future of Steelers' George Pickens amid trade rumors

Pickens has caused headaches for the Steelers throughout his first three seasons in the NFL and also hasn't yet developed into the star that individuals within the organization hoped he'd be.

Insider addresses wild Pete Alonso contract request report amid Mets rumors

It was reported earlier this week that agent Scott Boras had been using the nine-year, $214M deal that former slugger Prince Fielder received from the Tigers in 2012 as a comparison for what Alonso should get this offseason. 

Insiders suggest Cowboys' Jerry Jones has made Mike McCarthy decision

McCarthy guided the Cowboys to just one playoff win over five campaigns, but his teams went 12-5 each season from 2021-23 before a noteworthy injury crisis impacted the club this past fall. 

Mets legend offers advice to Pete Alonso amid ongoing free-agency journey

Alonso remains a free agent as spring inches closer, and one iconic member of the only organization Alonso has known so far in his career offered some advice.

Insider reveals seriousness of injury Jets' Aaron Rodgers dealt with during 2024 season

Numerous analysts and critics noted Rodgers spent much of the season playing like a veteran who didn't "want to get hit anymore" coming off the torn Achilles he suffered in September 2023.