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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

Pistons to buy out six-time All-Star Blake Griffin?

It appears no transaction partner emerged ahead of the upcoming NBA All-Star break and the trade deadline on March 25. 

Cardinals' Kliff Kingsbury wants Larry Fitzgerald to play 'five more years'

While Fitzgerald is no longer a Pro Bowler, he recorded 54 receptions for 409 yards and one touchdown last season and showed he can still offer plenty to a contender.

Defending champion Simona Halep out of Dubai Championships with back problem

World No. 1 Ash Barty is recovering from a leg injury and also won't play in Dubai. 

Auburn women's basketball parts ways with coach Terri Williams-Flournoy

Williams-Flournoy went 140-138 overall and 48-96 in league play. She guided Auburn to NCAA tournament appearances in 2016, 2017 and 2019. 

Warriors' Stephen Curry, Draymond Green out vs. Suns

The Warriors sit at 19-17 overall and in ninth place in the Western Conference standings. 

Jalen Ramsey: Deshaun Watson 'extremely serious' about not playing for Texans

Ramsey, who, like Watson, is represented by agent David Mulugheta, told the "Huddle & Flow" podcast that he doesn't see the signal-caller changing his mind. 

Crystal Palace's Patrick van Aanholt receives racist abuse online

Van Aanholt was specifically targeted after he failed to convert a close-range effort vs. Manchester United.

Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin fined $5,000 for spearing Bruins' Trent Frederic

Frederic had challenged Ovechkin throughout the contest, but the one-time Stanley Cup champion wasn't keen on dropping his gloves.

New NFL rule could delay coach, front-office hirings until after a Super Bowl

Under the NFL's current system, a team in need of a head coach can essentially officially hire a new coach, who may or may not be an assistant in the league,

Terry Bradshaw confirms he once used 'Thomas Brady' alias

Long ago, the original TB12 unknowingly linked himself with the current and, to some, only NFL TB12. 

Raptors responsible for 'many' new positive COVID-19 cases in NBA

The NBA and MBPA announced that seven new players tested positive for COVID-19 over the past week, and the Toronto Raptors are responsible for "many" of those new positives.

Vikings GM commits to Kirk Cousins as starting QB

You Vike that? Minnesota Vikings general manager Rick Spielman is doubling down on the organization's commitment to Kirk Cousins.

Cardinals don't have deadline for Larry Fitzgerald decision?

Cardinals general manager Steve Keim indicated on Wednesday that he'll give Larry Fitzgerald all the time he needs to make his decision.

GM: Odell Beckham Jr. can be 'incredibly productive' in Browns' system

Both Berry and reigning NFL Coach of the Year Kevin Stefanski have insisted Beckham isn't going anywhere, and Stefanski said on Tuesday that the receiver is "doing great" rehabilitating from his injury. 

Raiders' Mike Mayock, Jon Gruden 'couldn't be happier' with QB Derek Carr

Mayock became the latest Raiders employee to publicly go to bat for his current starring QB.

Diamondbacks OF Tim Locastro tests positive for COVID-19

Arizona catcher Stephen Vogt tested positive for the coronavirus earlier in spring training but has since returned to team activities. 

Penguins star Sidney Crosby remains on COVID-19 list, misses practice

Penguins assistant coach Todd Reirden also wasn't available on Tuesday due to COVID-19 protocols.

Mavericks' Luka Doncic doubtful vs. Thunder but could play in All-Star Game

The 22-year-old is dealing with low back tightness.

Buccaneers' Tom Brady confirms he underwent knee surgery

The 43-year-old who has, throughout the years, been tight-lipped about his health and football-related injuries also admitted that he is recovering from surgery on his left knee. 

Free-agent LB Bud Dupree will be ready for training camp despite suffering torn ACL in December?

Dupree tallied 11.5 sacks in 2019 and then followed that up with eight quarterback takedowns in 2020 before he was sidelined by the injury.

QB Tyrod Taylor '100%' after accidental punctured lung

Veteran journeyman quarterback Tyrod Taylor suffered a punctured lung while accepting a pain-killing injection when he was atop the depth chart of the Los Angeles Chargers in September.

Raiders Pro Bowl TE Darren Waller has 'all the belief in the world in Derek Carr'

Derek Carr's teammates continue to come to his defense amid trade speculation.

Thunder become first NBA team to prohibit fans for entire season due to COVID-19

Eighteen NBA clubs currently either permit percentages of spectators to attend games or have plans to do so before the season ends.