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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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Jason Kelce addresses Eagles keeping Saquon Barkley from chasing rushing record

During the latest edition of his "New Heights" podcast, Jason Kelce suggested that he would've let Saquon Barkley chase history.

Sports business insider expands on Tom Brady, Fox predictions amid Bill Belichick rumors

Whispers about Brady possibly leaving Fox as soon as this winter popped up even before he began the first season of his 10-year, $375M deal with the network.

Titans execs address status of HC Brian Callahan after firing of GM

The Tennessee Titans' firing of general manager Ran Carthon following the club's 3-14 season understandably left some wondering what's next for head coach Brian Callahan.

Travis Kelce addresses if Chiefs took a dive with Bengals in mind

The Bengals closed the campaign with five straight victories and could have featured the league's MVP winner for the regular season had they made the playoffs. 

Did Bill Belichick play a role in Jerod Mayo's failure as Patriots HC?

Jerod Mayo lasted just one season as head coach of the Patriots. Did Bill Belichick, Mayo's former coach and later boss, play a role in the failure? 

Commanders WR shares how Marcus Mariota has helped Jayden Daniels

Terry McLaurin noted how backup Marcus Mariota has been "the right kind of person" to share a quarterback room with Jayden Daniels.

Seahawks' Mike Macdonald makes feelings on Geno Smith clear

The Seattle Seahawks firing offensive coordinator Ryan Grubb after one season understandably left some wondering if head coach Mike Macdonald could want an upgrade at quarterback over veteran Geno Smith.

NFL insiders accuse Patriots of 'sham' interviews ahead of Mike Vrabel meeting

New England has long been linked with Vrabel and reportedly will interview him on Thursday. 

Ravens' Lamar Jackson offers interesting theory about playoff struggles

He holds a 2-4 playoff record and has yet to guide the franchise to a Super Bowl appearance. 

What Eric Dickerson told Eagles' Saquon Barkley about missing chance at rushing record

Barkley finished the 2024 campaign 101 yards shy of surpassing Dickerson's mark. 

Are Browns preparing to move on from Deshaun Watson?

Armed with the No. 2 pick in the draft, are the Browns preparing to move on from Watson?

Saquon Barkley, mother discuss his move from Giants to Eagles ahead of Philadelphia playoff debut

It has been one of the biggest storylines in the league this season.

Bill Belichick discusses departure from Patriots, firing of Jerod Mayo

Roughly 12 months after Patriots owner Robert Kraft parted ways with Belichick, Kraft fired Mayo after one season as HC.

Caleb Williams issues challenge to next Bears head coach

Williams spoke with reporters on Monday and shared quite a message for Chicago's yet-to-be-hired next head coach. 

Two-time Super Bowl champ rips Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence over firing of Doug Pederson

The former NFL running back and two-time Super Bowl champion seemed to blame Lawrence for the fact that Pederson lost his job. 

Vikings HC Kevin O'Connell addresses trade rumors ahead of wild-card game at Rams

O'Connell signed a four-year contract when he accepted the Minnesota gig in February 2022.

Derek Carr shares if he'd take pay cut to stay with Saints

Whispers emerged in December suggesting that the New Orleans Saints could move on from quarterback Derek Carr during the upcoming offseason. Would Carr accept a pay cut to remain in New Orleans?

Insider hints if Deshaun Watson has played last game with Browns

At this point, it seems that the Browns' decision to replace Baker Mayfield with Deshaun Watson will be one of the worst decisions ever made by an NFL team.

Giants players react to HC Brian Daboll, GM Joe Schoen being retained

The team finished the 2024 regular season at 3-14. 

Insiders predict how Mets, Pete Alonso stalemate will end

How will Pete Alonso's free agency end?

Patriots' Jahlani Tavai seems to double down on spicy comments about fans

While Jahlani Tavai insisted on Friday he wasn’t trying to offend anyone, he remained at least a little defiant regarding any reactions he sparked ahead of this weekend. 

Doug Pederson speaks openly about possible final game with Jaguars

Doug Pederson sounded like a man who could see the writing on the wall on Friday.

How Jerod Mayo handled controversial comments made about Patriots fans

This was just something else the Patriots coach had to deal with during a frustrating season.

Giants safety reacts to Eagles' Saquon Barkley apparent troll of John Mara

New York safety Jason Pinnock was not about to fall into a trap.

Insider shares Jerry Jones theory for why Cowboys haven't announced Mike McCarthy decision

Jerry Jones could make things at least somewhat annoying for Mike McCarthy.