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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

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

ESPN analysts not sold on Trevor Lawrence as best QB in NFL Draft ?

For what it's worth, though, this isn't the first time Miller and Clark have questioned Lawrence's status atop mock drafts and big boards.

Red Sox P Eduardo Rodriguez felt 'really, really bad' during COVID-19, myocarditis scares

While vaccine rollouts are occurring throughout North America, Rodriguez reminded all to remain cautious and to continue following recommended health and safety guidelines. 

Yankees' Zack Britton on Domingo German: 'You don't get to control who your teammates are'

German is back with the Yankees at the start of spring training, and fellow pitcher Zack Britton doesn't seem like he'll be embracing his teammate's return with open arms. 

Could Buccaneers QB Tom Brady play another five years?

Running back LeSean McCoy believes Tom Brady could play another five years if he wanted to.

Adam Silver defends holding NBA All-Star Game amid COVID-19 pandemic

The NBA and players' union have been criticized from all corners for agreeing to hold an All-Star Game during the pandemic, but commissioner Adam Silver is defending that decision.

Eagles to make QB Jalen Hurts compete for starting job?

Most assumed that Jalen Hurts, who replaced Wentz in the lineup last December, would begin summer training-camp sessions as Philadelphia's starter. However, that doesn't appear to be the case.

Wizards players dealing with lingering COVID-19 issues?

The Washington Wizards dealt with a concerning COVID-19 outbreak last month that included a handful of players testing positive for the virus and resulted in the NBA postponing six of Washington's games.

Friday's Mavericks-Rockets game postponed due to severe weather

The NBA confirmed that Friday's Dallas Mavericks at Houston Rockets clash has been postponed "due to government shutdown of Toyota Center because of severe weather conditions in Houston." 

Astros manager Dusty Baker receives COVID-19 vaccine after early concerns

Among those who recently had concerns over the vaccine was Houston Astros manager Dusty Baker, who informed reporters on Thursday that he has been vaccinated. 

Did Colts prefer Raiders' Derek Carr over Carson Wentz?

It's possible the Colts wanted a different quarterback instead of Wentz. 

NFL CB Pierre Desir donates 10,000 meals to Houston Food Bank

Desir donated 10,000 meals to the Houston Food Bank after extreme winter weather conditions left tens of thousands of Texas residents without power and hot water for days.

Saturday's Stars-Lightning game postponed due to winter weather

Dallas hasn't competed since suffering a fifth consecutive defeat last Saturday, a shootout loss to the Carolina Hurricanes. The Stars are next scheduled to play at the Florida Panthers on Monday. 

Cleveland ace Shane Bieber tests positive for COVID-19

The reigning American League Cy Young award winner will miss the start of spring training sessions after testing positive for COVID-19.

Professional Fighters League secures $65 million investment for 2021 season

Former UFC stars Fabricio Werdum, Tom Lawlor, Rory MacDonald and Anthony Pettis are among the big names signed to PFL men's divisions.

Bears never made an offer for new Colts QB Carson Wentz?

Once speculated to be the frontrunner to acquire new Colts QB Carson Wentz, it's now been reported that the Bears never even made an offer for the former No. 2 pick.

NFL popularity continues to grow in United Kingdom

The National Football League canceled four games scheduled to occur in London in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite that setback, America's favorite

Ivy League cancels spring sports due to COVID-19 pandemic

The Ivy League will go an entire year without holding sports competitions due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  On Thursday, the Ivy League confirmed that it

Crystal Palace's Wilfried Zaha calls taking a knee before games 'degrading'

Handfuls of Black footballers have received online racist abuse over the past 12 months as supporters have been kept outside of stadiums due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

NFL teams avoiding contract discussions due to salary-cap uncertainty?

With clubs still guessing where the cap number will land, potential negotiations between players and franchises might be pushed back closer to the start of the new NFL year that opens March 17.

USWNT star Alex Morgan 'very close to' 100% after COVID-19 bout

U.S. manager Vlatko Andonovski told reporters on Wednesday that Morgan is approaching full fitness ahead of Thursday's SheBelieves Cup opener versus rivals Canada. 

Nebraska-Illinois football season opener moved from Ireland to Champaign due to pandemic

While it's hoped that COVID-19 vaccines will allow for a more standard college football season that involves students and other fans attending games next fall, the health crisis is already impacting the campaign that is half a year away. 

Nets superstar Kevin Durant out Thursday at Lakers

Durant hasn't competed since a 134-117 win at the Golden State Warriors last Saturday and missed back-to-back contests due to the issue. 

Cavaliers' Kevin Love closer to return from calf injury

The Cleveland Cavaliers certainly could use five-time All-Star forward Kevin Love, who has been out of action since he reaggravated a right calf strain during a win over the Philadelphia 76ers on Dec.