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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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Analyst expands on flaws of Jaxson Dart as draft stock continues to rise

ESPN's Bill Connelly discussed why Jaxson Dart is probably more of a future project than a 2025 Week 1 starter for whichever team selects him in the draft.

How Browns reuniting with Joe Flacco impacts their QB plans for 2025 NFL Draft

Does the signing change how the Browns will maneuver during the upcoming NFL Draft?

Report addresses Patriots' possible Will Campbell, Armand Membou NFL Draft conundrum

It sounds like most evaluators still feel Will Campbell and not Armand Membou would be the better pick for the Patriots.

Analyst critiques Shedeur Sanders' game ahead of NFL Draft

The alleged draft stock of Sanders continues to slide, so much so that some teams reportedly now have Ole Miss' Jaxson Dart, rather than Sanders, ranked as the second-best quarterback in this year's class behind only Miami's Cam Ward. 

Analyst names 2025 NFL Draft QB prospect who can 'start right away'

An unexpected QB prospect may be able to service a team right away.

Insiders repeat controversial Jaxson Dart, Shedeur Sanders NFL Draft take

ESPN draft analyst and league insider Matt Miller touched upon the Jaxson Dart-versus-Shedeur Sanders evaluations. 

Analysts say Titans should make shocking Cam Ward NFL Draft decision

Will the Titans not select Cam Ward with the No. 1 pick after all?

Shedeur Sanders addresses critics of his personality ahead of NFL Draft

Shedeur Sanders made no apologies for being himself while meeting with teams during the draft process.

Insider cites 'information' about Browns making bold NFL Draft move

Could the Browns make this huge move on the first night of the NFL Draft?

Insider explains why Raiders could pass on RB Ashton Jeanty

Many fans would consider Ashton Jeanty the more exciting option, but this Missouri offensive tackle could be the better choice for the Raiders' long-term plans. 

Former agent addresses if 49ers should wait, save franchise tag for Brock Purdy

How does Brock Purdy's current situation compare to Kirk Cousins' tenure in Washington?

Why Browns insider has changed mind about team's thoughts on Shedeur Sanders

Has the door shut on Sanders landing in Cleveland?

Steelers' Pat Freiermuth addresses George Pickens' mindset after DK Metcalf acquisition

Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth still believes in his teammate George Pickens heading into the 2025 campaign.

Jets writer addresses Shedeur Sanders possibility amid rumors of NFL Draft slide

The Jets can escape the two-year, $40M deal with $30M guaranteed they gave Justin Fields back in March as soon as next offseason.

Why Mets aren't yet giving up on Brett Baty despite latest struggles

Baty has failed to convert his promising spring training into productive big league play early this season.

Browns' Deshaun Watson seems to respond to questions about NFL future

Watson played poorly this past fall before he suffered a torn Achilles in October. 

Colorado OC claps back at criticisms of Shedeur Sanders' arm strength, athleticism

Wherever he lands, Sanders should have plenty of bulletin-board material to serve as motivation when he begins springtime workouts with the first employer of his pro career. 

Why Jaguars' Trevor Lawrence is 'excited' to begin working under HC Liam Coen

Coen will be the third full-time head coach Lawrence has had since the Jaguars made him the first overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft. 

Insider expands on take that Shedeur Sanders doesn't want to be drafted by certain teams

Sanders continues to be a polarizing prospect as the draft approaches.

Insider, analyst share theory about Aaron Rodgers' lack of Steelers decision

Rodgers hasn't yet joined the Steelers, even though most signs point to him eventually signing a deal with the organization. 

Analyst links Tyler Shough with NFC team despite major offseason signing

Shough's draft stock seems to be rising as April 24 approaches.

Could Giants draft Abdul Carter and then trade Kayvon Thibodeaux?

This former Giants first-round pick may be on his way out of New York.

Does Justin Fields experiment show Steelers shouldn't draft Jalen Milroe?

Does the way the Steelers handled Justin Fields show they shouldn't draft Milroe?

Raiders' Geno Smith shares warning for NFL after signing extension

Smith isn't a typical NFL starting quarterback who has been in the league since the second round of the 2013 draft.