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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

Giants sign veteran center Jonotthan Harrison

Harrison, 29, spent the 2020 season on the practice squad of the Buffalo Bills but most recently made 10 starts and appeared in all 16 games while with the New York Jets in 2019.

AL MVP Jose Abreu tests positive for COVID-19

Abreu is "completely asymptomatic" and thinks he contracted a mild case of the coronavirus at some point in January.

Tom Brady wanted to win with Buccaneers like Peyton Manning did with Broncos?

Brady surpassed Manning in this aspect of their careers by winning the Super Bowl the first season after changing clubs and also by earning Most Valuable Player honors for the title game.

Valentina Shevchenko to defend flyweight title against Jessica Andrade at UFC 261

The No. 2-ranked pound-for-pound women's competitor in the UFC will soon be back in action.

Buccaneers' Jason Pierre-Paul undergoes knee surgery

The 32-year-old was routinely on the Tampa Bay injury list throughout the past campaign because of a knee problem but didn't miss a game.

Cardinals RB Kenyan Drake focusing on improving, not free agency

Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake remained with the club for the 2020 season via the transition tag and then went on to enjoy his most productive NFL campaign.

Ben Roethlisberger will be Steelers starting QB in 2021?

For better or for worse for all involved, Roethlisberger is tracking to be Pittsburgh's QB1 for Week 1 of the 2021 campaign. 

Nets' Kevin Durant to return before All-Star break?

Following Tuesday's game against the Kings, the Nets are scheduled to complete four additional contests between Thursday and March 3.

Game-worn Andy Reid face shield, hat displayed in Hall of Fame

Reid went viral back in early September when he couldn't prevent his coronavirus-related face shield from fogging up.

Taijuan Walker won't take No. 00 from mascot Mr. Met

Walker wore No. 00 while with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2020.

Criminal investigation into Von Miller turned over to D.A.

Halfway through January, a report from the Denver Post confirmed that Broncos star linebacker Von Miller was under investigation by police in Parker, Colorado over charges that have as yet remain undisclosed.

Titans' Isaiah Wilson says he's 'done' with team in deleted tweet

Wilson's deleted social media message suggests a return to the Titans isn't in the cards. 

Sabres defenseman Will Borgen out six to eight weeks with broken forearm

If it wasn't for bad luck, the Buffalo Sabres wouldn't have much luck at all this winter.

Broncos to use franchise tag on Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons again?

Denver hopes to sign Simmons to a longer pact but seemingly do what it takes to guarantee he remains a Bronco in 2021.

PGA Championship to allow 10,000 fans per round

This decision was made in coordination with South Carolina state officials, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Medical University of South Carolina.

Chiefs Pro Bowl DT Chris Jones would 'love to play' with J.J. Watt

It's been repeated throughout February that Watt wishes to join a contender, and the Chiefs have played on Super Bowl Sunday in each of the past two years.

Capitals goaltender Henrik Lundqvist returns to ice after open-heart surgery

It remains unfair to speculate on his potential return to an NHL roster, particularly as COVID-19 continues to spread throughout the country.

Ben Roethlisberger, Steelers had positive meeting about his return?

While there's been speculation the Steelers are ready to move on, this update suggests the signal-caller and club are nearing a resolution that will benefit both for at least one more season.

Washington Football Team to keep name for 2021?

Washington officially retired its former name and logo deemed racist and offensive by many in July. It was always assumed Washington Football Team would be a placeholder name, but it's grown on some club supporters and former critics. 

Two-time Pro Bowl DT Kawann Short drawing interest after release from Panthers

Short told SiriusXM he felt it was "respectful" of Carolina to release him so early in the process so he could test the free-agency market before the new NFL year opens next month.

Sabres defenseman Jake McCabe out for season with knee injury

He's recorded 18 goals and 59 assists in 353 regular-season games with Buffalo. 

Jaguars to decline team option for TE Tyler Eifert?

While it can't be denied Eifert is no longer a top-tier tight end, a contender in need of a veteran presence at the position and in the locker room could look to sign him at a discount this offseason. 

Iona men's basketball shuts down until MAAC tournament due to COVID-19

Earlier this season, Iona endured a 51-day pause because of a coronavirus outbreak.

Do Steelers want to move forward without Ben Roethlisberger?

For the most part, the song remains the same regarding the dance between the Pittsburgh Steelers and veteran quarterback Ben Roethlisberger. It's now being reported, however, that some within the Steelers' camp are willing to move ahead with the longtime QB under center.