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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

Report reveals what Jets coaches thought of Aaron Rodgers throughout 2024 season

Rodgers generates plenty of controversy, but what did at least some inside the Jets' building think of him?

Reporter hints Steelers still mulling George Pickens' future

George Pickens future in Pittsburgh was already in question before the team adding DK Metcalf. That move added further doubt on the wide receiver's future, but it sounds like the team is still considering its options.

Cam Ward sends message to Saints amid draft, Derek Carr uncertainty

Cam Ward indicated he'd be fine if the Saints completed a blockbuster trade with the Titans to bring him to New Orleans. 

Reporter addresses if Steelers were truly interested in re-signing Justin Fields

Fields agreed to a two-year, $40M deal with $30M guaranteed to leave the Steelers for the New York Jets in free agency.

Insider shares Browns' impression of Shedeur Sanders at combine

Draft expert Todd McShay believes the Browns could happily take Shedeur Sanders if Cam Ward ends up in Tennessee.

Could Aaron Rodgers choose retirement over Steelers, Giants if Vikings don't sign him?

Rodgers is reportedly willing to wait to learn if the Vikings will start him over J.J. McCarthy as both the Steelers and Giants seem ready to sign Rodgers as soon as he'd put pen to paper on a deal. 

Lavonte David makes bold claim about 2024 Buccaneers team

David made a bold claim about the Tampa Bay squad that fell to Washington in the wild-card round as he reflected on how he dealt with that heartbreaking defeat.

Why Daniel Jones chose competing with Colts' Anthony Richardson over returning to Vikings

Richardson didn't play well enough over his first 15 career starts to spend this offseason cemented atop the Colts' depth chart. 

NFL executive, coach address if Aaron Rodgers is 'on the downside'

Do people in the NFL community believe Rodgers still has something to offer an NFL team?

Falcons ripped for controversial Kirk Cousins decision

The Falcons continue to roster Cousins despite a roster bonus coming due and the team looking to hand the keys over to Michael Penix Jr.

Insider addresses trade rumors linking Browns with Patriots' Joe Milton III

Even after the Cleveland Browns shockingly acquired former Pittsburgh Steelers draft bust Kenny Pickett from the Philadelphia Eagles, some wondered if Cleveland could trade for current New England Patriots backup quarterback Joe Milton III since that club has Drake Maye atop the depth chart.

Insider explains why Allen Lazard is still with Jets after departure of Aaron Rodgers

Many assumed that wide receiver Allen Lazard and the New York Jets would be broken up by now.

Insider addresses George Pickens trade rumors after Steelers paid DK Metcalf

Pickens has repeatedly caused headaches for head coach Mike Tomlin and is now in the final year of his rookie contract.

Kyler Murray accepts blame for Cardinals' lack of achieving 'ultimate goal'

Ever since his pro career began in 2019, Murray has yet to guide the Cardinals to a single playoff win. 

Insiders update Browns' thoughts about possibly drafting Shedeur Sanders with No. 2 pick

Many are now convinced that the Tennessee Titans will hold onto the No. 1 overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft so they can grab Miami quarterback Cam Ward. 

Jets reporter shares interesting Justin Fields, Garrett Wilson, C.J. Stroud stats

Almost immediately after the news broke that the New York Jets planned to replace Aaron Rodgers with former Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Justin Fields via free agency, some suggested that adding Fields to the roster could help the Jets sign wide receiver Garrett Wilson to a contract extension since the two were teammates at Ohio State.

Insider, analyst hint if Steelers, Russell Wilson are done with each other

Were the Steelers ever really interested in bringing back Russell Wilson?

Reporter shares how Browns could pass on advertised top-three QB prospects in 2025 draft

This is an interesting theory concerning how the Browns could attack the upcoming draft.

Why improved line alone won't decrease sacks taken by Bears' Caleb Williams

The fault wasn't entirely on Williams' offensive line last season.

Myles Garrett insists re-signing with Browns wasn't all about money

Myles Garrett used his Friday news conference to take numerous questions from the media regarding his change of heart with the Browns.

Reporter reveals what Falcons are saying privately about unsettled Kirk Cousins situation

Does Cousins have a future with the Falcons despite losing his starting job last season?

Report shares if MLB pundits think Mets will pursue Vladimir Guerrero Jr.

It now seems that some baseball pundits think the Mets won't be active participants in the Vladimir Guerrero Jr. sweepstakes. 

Report claims Browns won't reunite with former fan-favorite QB

It doesn't look like a reunion is brewing here, despite what the fans would want.

Famous QB coach predicts if Justin Fields will succeed with Jets

While a fresh start may prove what Justin Fields needs at this stage of his career, he'll have to show that he can develop as a passer and be more than just a short-term starter with the Jets.