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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

Lions legend Calvin Johnson: It'd be 'a slight' to not be first-ballot Hall of Famer

Former Detroit Lions wide receiver Calvin Johnson was unquestionably one of the most talented individuals to ever play the position when in his prime.

Relationship between Rams' Jared Goff, Sean McVay 'not great'?

Goff was the first pick of the 2016 NFL Draft.

UConn's Geno Auriemma: Most players are against COVID-19 shutdown

While Auriemma said that players and teams that don't wish to participate can opt out of the remainder of the season, his comments suggest he and his squad want to chase a national title for as long as possible.

Patrick Mahomes still in concussion protocol

Mahomes must report no concussion symptoms and also be cleared by an independent neurological consultant to resume football activities later this week.

Baylor's Kim Mulkey: 'Almighty dollar' the reason for ongoing college season

Baylor Lady Bears head coach Kim Mulkey held nothing back when speaking with reporters about the NCAA continuing college basketball seasons amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Paris Saint-Germain interested in signing Lionel Messi?

Messi and his camp were able to begin negotiating with clubs outside of Spain on Jan. 1.

Report reveals details of Kevin Porter Jr.'s locker room outburst

Porter hasn't yet played this season coming off of multiple off-the-court incidents.

Duke unranked for first time since 2016

Duke's fall follows last Tuesday's 74-67 loss to the Virginia Tech Hokies that dropped the Blue Devils to 5-3 overall.

Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor to make $22.3 million in 2021

The 27-year-old known for flashing his wide smile in the infield and at the plate explained that he's keen on signing an extension to stay in New York but added that he wouldn't want to negotiate after the start of spring training. 

Six Wizards players tested positive for COVID-19 amid outbreak

Coronavirus-related issues have resulted in the NBA postponing 12 games this week and 13 contests since the season began on Dec. 22.

Karl-Anthony Towns tests positive for COVID-19; Grizzlies-Timberwolves game postponed

The NBA has announced that Friday's game between the Grizzlies and Timberwolves has been postponed. Shortly after, Timberwolves big man Karl-Anthony Towns took to Twitter to announce he has tested positive for the coronavirus.

Dallas Stars to open season on Jan. 22 after COVID-19 outbreak

Dallas confirmed on Friday afternoon that its season will begin Jan. 22 with a home game against the Nashville Predators.

NBA moving toward expanding rosters amid COVID-19 crisis

The NBA is trying to figure out how to handle the COVID-19 pandemic.

Falcons hire Titans offensive coordinator Arthur Smith as head coach

Under Smith, Tennessee running back Derrick Henry led the NFL in rushing yards in back-to-back seasons, and quarterback Ryan Tannehill had a career revival.

Seahawks WR Josh Gordon indefinitely suspended once again

Gordon's Seahawks were eliminated from the playoffs by the Los Angeles Rams last Saturday. 

Broncos All-Pro LB Von Miller under criminal investigation

No case had been presented as of Friday afternoon, and the nature of the investigation was not disclosed. 

Back-to-back Cavaliers-Wizards games postponed due to COVID-19 issues

The Washington Wizards will remain idle through the holiday weekend.

Yankees, Aaron Judge agree to one-year deal worth $10.175 million

When healthy and at his best, Judge has performed like an MVP candidate capable of carrying the Yankees through a deep postseason journey. However, he has missed considerable time the past several years.

Coach Kim Mulkey a game-day decision for No. 6 Baylor women's basketball return

Bill Brock served as interim Baylor head coach against TCU and would remain in that role if Mulkey can't attend the matchup against the Cyclones. 

Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino tests positive for COVID-19

PSG sit second in the Ligue 1 table on 39 points heading into Saturday's match at Angers (seventh, 30 points). Lyon are first on 40 points. 

Oklahoma State-Oklahoma men's basketball game postponed due to COVID-19

Oklahoma State is coming off an upset victory over the No. 6-ranked Kansas Jayhawks on Tuesday that improved the Cowboys to 9-3 on the season.

Clemson RB Travis Etienne declares for 2021 NFL Draft

Etienne finished his four college seasons with 4,952 rushing yards, 102 receptions, 1,155 receiving yards, and 78 career touchdowns.

South Carolina coach Frank Martin tests positive for COVID-19 for second time

The 54-year-old announced in June that he tested positive for COVID-19 the previous month. Martin was sure to note on Friday that things were different and more challenging this time around. 

UFC boss Dana White teases meeting with Khabib Nurmagomedov

Widely viewed as one of the greatest and most accomplished overall competitors in UFC history, Nurmagomedov retired minutes after he improved to 29-0 as a pro with a dominant victory over Justin Gaethje at UFC 254.