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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

How Bengals' Zac Taylor could impact Patriots' Jerod Mayo decision

Zac Taylor's experiences as Bengals head coach could impact how the Krafts handle Jerod Mayo's uncertain future.  

Report details what Bryce Young thought about Panthers future after benching

Young reportedly feared back in September he had taken his last meaningful snap as a member of the Panthers.

Does Jets' D.J. Reed regret controversial comment about future?

D.J. Reed sounds like a player ready to put the Jets in his rear-view mirror. 

Former NFL coach thinks Eagles' Saquon Barkley should've 'fought' over historic decision

This former NFL head coach made it clear during a Thursday appearance on ESPN Radio that he is disappointed Barkley won't pursue history at Lincoln Financial Field.

Reporter discusses if Daniel Jones has future with Vikings

It appears Daniel Jones could remain with Minnesota beyond the upcoming postseason. 

Mike McCarthy opens up about possible end of Cowboys tenure

As the Cowboys prepare to close the season out with a home game against the Washington Commanders on Sunday, McCarthy addressed the possibility that he could be on the verge of coaching his final contest with his current employer.

Buccaneers' Liam Coen discusses head-coaching buzz ahead of win-and-in game

QB Baker Mayfield undeniably has thrived under Coen, and the Buccaneers are now a home win away from clinching a playoff berth as champions of the NFC South. 

NFL coordinator, Browns source address struggles of Deshaun Watson

Watson was arguably the worst starting quarterback of the ongoing NFL season before he went down with a torn right Achilles on Oct. 20. 

Could comments from Giants players lead to firings of Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen?

The Giants will enter Week 18 at 3-13 and have gone 9-25 (playoffs included) over their past 34 games under Daboll. 

Veteran player rips Colts amid rumors about GM, head coach changes

The Colts once again missed the playoffs, coming up short late in the season. Comments from one veteran player didn't paint a pretty picture of an organization that hasn't been able to get out of its own way.

Patriots insider addresses Jerod Mayo, Mike Vrabel rumors ahead of Week 18

3-13 New England is a loss away from possessing the No. 1 overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft. 

Report suggests Mike McCarthy could leave Cowboys for NFC team

Could McCarthy leave Dallas for another NFC team?

Report expands on if Browns could target Falcons' Kirk Cousins to compete with Deshaun Watson

Cousins had Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski as a quarterbacks coach and offensive coordinator when both were with the Minnesota Vikings during the 2018 and 2019 campaigns. 

Giants players make strong statements about Brian Daboll amid uncertainty

Several Giants players spoke forcibly about head coach Brian Daboll amid speculation about the latter's job security.

Eagles' Saquon Barkley reacts to decision that cost him chance at rushing record

Barkley is just 101 rushing yards shy of breaking the single-season record of 2,105 yards on the ground that Eric Dickerson set during the 1984 campaign. 

Insider names 'most likely' free-agency landing spot for Pete Alonso

Alonso is one of the biggest names remaining on the free-agent market. Where will he land?

Aaron Rodgers opens up about possible retirement, likely end of Jets tenure

While speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Aaron Rodgers sounded like a quarterback who knows this Sunday's home game against the Miami Dolphins will be his last as a member of the New York Jets.

Why Patriots' Drake Maye, Jerod Mayo want win over Bills instead of top draft pick

The 3-13 New England Patriots will "earn" the top pick of the 2025 NFL Draft if they lose this Sunday to a 13-3 Buffalo Bills. The coach and quarterback have other ideas.

Reporter shares if teams will pursue Vikings' J.J. McCarthy after rise of Sam Darnold

Quarterback Sam Darnold has become one of the most fascinating stories of the NFL season as he seemingly resurrected his career by guiding the Minnesota Vikings to a 14-2 record. Will rival teams come calling about McCarthy in light of these developments?

Writer, insider address if Vikings' Sam Darnold can win Comeback Player of the Year Award

Darnold has the 14-2 Vikings one win away from entering the postseason as the NFC's No. 1 overall seed.

Insider expands on if Mike Vrabel would be interested in replacing Jerod Mayo as Patriots HC

Vrabel was inducted into the Patriots Hall of Fame during the 2023 season.

When Kevin O’Connell realized Vikings could be Super Bowl LIX contender

The 14-2 Vikings have surprised a lot of people this season. When did their head coach realize they might have something special?

Titans players discuss talk of 'tanking' with top draft pick in reach

Several Titans players responded to speculation that the team could "tank" in Week 18 with an opportunity to land the No. 1 overall pick.

Ravens' Lamar Jackson reacts to MVP honor amid battle with Bills' Josh Allen

It certainly seems that either Jackson or Allen will ultimately earn the regular-season MVP for the ongoing campaign.

Insider shares why Browns will play Bailey Zappe at Ravens

The Browns will try yet another quarterback amid a disastrous season.