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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

Steelers legend adds to Aaron Rodgers hype after visiting joint practice

Steelers legend Ben Roethlisberger gave the Aaron Rodgers hype train a little extra momentum.

Browns' Myles Garrett declines to take accountability after 'extremely disappointing' incident

Garrett was cited for driving 100 mph in a 60 mph zone on an interstate in a Cleveland suburb earlier in August.

What starting QB decision means for Colts' Anthony Richardson Sr.

The Colts' decision to start Daniel Jones over Anthony Richardson has sparked some blunt reactions. 

Seahawks will have to make big Sam Darnold decision after Super Bowl LX

Darnold signed what was reported to be a three-year, $100.5M contract in March. 

Why Geno Smith is entering a 'trial season' with the Raiders

Smith signed a two-year deal with the Raiders, but it sounds like he'll have to prove himself if he wants to remain the team's QB1 beyond this season.

Why Cardinals could make massive Kyler Murray decision after 2025 season

ESPN's Dan Graziano explained on Wednesday why some believe Kyler Murray is entering a critical season in Arizona. 

How Kirk Cousins is impressing teammates amid awkward Michael Penix Jr. situation

Cousins has impressed his teammates despite being reduced to a backup role.

Kyle Shanahan reflects on Trey Lance's failed 49ers tenure

Before Los Angeles Chargers backup quarterback Trey Lance became one of the standout players of the ongoing preseason, he failed to cement himself as a long-term option for the San Francisco 49ers

Game film may show why Giants aren't yet ready to start Jaxson Dart

Dart completed a combined 26-of-35 pass attempts for 291 yards and two touchdowns over the Giants' first two preseason games.

Commanders' Terry McLaurin reportedly wants more money than previously thought

Previous reports indicated that the unsettled WR was looking to land "parts" of the five-year, $150M contract that the Pittsburgh Steelers gave DK Metcalf earlier this year. 

Steelers' Cameron Heyward publicly apologizes to Aaron Rodgers

Longtime Pittsburgh Steelers defensive lineman Cameron Heyward generated headlines when he said that his "pitch" to quarterback Aaron Rodgers at that time was: "Either you want to be a Pittsburgh Steeler or you don't."

Will Colts' Anthony Richardson Sr. request a trade after latest benching?

Barring a surprising development, Richardson will serve as Daniel Jones' backup when the Colts host the Miami Dolphins in Week 1 on Sept. 7.

Rams' Sean McVay sounds optimistic about Matthew Stafford despite earlier rumors

Stafford practiced for the first time during training camp on Monday as he works to recover from a lingering back issue.

Browns HC refutes narrative about why Joe Flacco won QB competition

While speaking with reporters on Tuesday, Cleveland head coach Kevin Stefanski said that Flacco has "done exactly what we’ve asked him to do" and that the Browns "have a lot of confidence in" the 40-year-old.

Joe Flacco reveals harsh truth about winning Browns' QB competition

The Cleveland Browns confirmed expected news when they revealed on Monday that veteran Joe Flacco will serve as their starting quarterback.

Colts HC reveals goals for Daniel Jones, Anthony Richardson Sr. after naming starting QB

The Colts head coach spoke his mind after announcing his starting QB decision.

Report reveals 'poor habits' Panthers' Bryce Young developed during rough rookie season

Young endured a rough rookie season that included the in-campaign firing of head coach Frank Reich less than a year after the Panthers made Young the first overall pick of the 2023 NFL Draft.

Colts name winner of Daniel Jones, Anthony Richardson Sr. QB competition

It turns out Colts head coach Shane Steichen didn't need to see the signal-callers play in Indianapolis' preseason finale at the Cincinnati Bengals to make the call. 

Why executive always knew Bears' Caleb Williams would struggle as a rookie

Williams produced an uneven rookie season in 2024, and at least one NFL executive wasn't surprised the top overall pick didn't immediately emerge as a star.

Titans' Brian Callahan facing hot-seat pressure amid development of Cam Ward

Callahan will forever be linked with the Titans selecting Ward over wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter and pass-rusher Abdul Carter with the first overall choice of this year's draft. 

Reporter reveals 'likely' resolution of trade hype surrounding Patriots

Almost immediately after New England Patriots executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf suggested on Monday that he could trade either a first- or second-round draft pick for an impact player, some linked New England with Cincinnati Bengals pass-rusher Trey Hendrickson and Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin.

Jaxson Dart's 'aura' could force Giants into early Russell Wilson decision

There's no denying that the Dart hype train has picked up plenty of momentum over the past couple of weeks.

Commanders' Jayden Daniels seems hopeful about how Terry McLaurin contract standoff will end

The 29-year-old in the final year of his current deal requested a trade on July 31.

Why Cowboys legend thinks Micah Parsons shouldn't 'stress' amid contract standoff

During the broadcast of the "Monday Night Football" preseason game between the Commanders and Bengals, ESPN commentator and Cowboys legend Troy Aikman discussed the ongoing contract standoff involving the Cowboys and star pass-rusher Micah Parsons.