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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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Cam Ward reacts to Titans firing Brian Callahan after 1-5 start to rookie season

Callahan compiled a 4-19 record in fewer than two full seasons in charge.

Why Patriots' Mike Vrabel reached out to fired Brian Callahan ahead of Titans clash

The Patriots HC knows a little bit about what Callahan experienced this week.

Browns' Dillon Gabriel responds to latest Myles Garrett complaints

While speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Browns rookie quarterback Dillon Gabriel was asked about Myles Garrett's comments. 

Derek Carr's brother David provides huge update on his possible NFL return

While ESPN's Jeremy Fowler mentioned on Wednesday that there's currently "a scarcity of" noteworthy NFL quarterback jobs available heading into Week 7, history shows that could change on any given Sunday. 

Browns' Kevin Stefanski addresses outside noise amid job security rumors

While speaking with reporters on Wednesday, Kevin Stefanski addressed the outside noise that's hovering over his job security.

How Steelers' Aaron Rodgers, Arthur Smith 'hit it off' after concerns

Months before the Steelers officially signed Rodgers in June, numerous reporters and analysts suggested he would not be a good fit for the system preferred by the OC Smith.

Why Titans reportedly felt now was right time to fire Brian Callahan

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler explained why the Titans didn't allow Brian Callahan to continue working with rookie quarterback Cam Ward through Week 18. 

Is Ravens' John Harbaugh in danger of losing his job amid 1-5 start to season?

Pockets of upset Ravens fans chanted for the franchise to fire its longtime head coach as the club fell to 1-5 on the season via a 17-3 home loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 6.  

Could Browns make shocking Myles Garrett move before trade deadline?

Garrett is once again frustrated with the state of the team after it opened the ongoing campaign with five losses in six games. 

NFL teams expect Jets to make this Breece Hall decision before trade deadline

ESPN's Dan Graziano addressed which running backs could be shipped to other teams ahead of the Nov. 4 trade deadline. 

Todd Bowles explains why Buccaneers have had an 'edge' this season

Quarterback Baker Mayfield has guided the club to five wins in six games to open the season.

What Fred Warner told 49ers teammates after suffering season-ending injury

Warner went down with a dislocated and broken ankle in this past Sunday's 30-19 loss at the Tampa Bay Buccaneers that dropped the 49ers to 4-2 on the season. 

Anonymous Eagles player explains major concern to NFL insider

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler revealed on Wednesday that he "definitely sensed concern" among Eagles players after the club suffered a second straight defeat. 

Kyle Hamilton echoes John Harbaugh about Ravens' playoff pursuit despite 1-5 record

Hamilton remains confident despite the significant hole the Ravens find themselves in.

Bengals' Joe Flacco has theory about controversial trade comments from Steelers' Mike Tomlin

Earlier in the week, Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin made it known that he felt it didn't "make sense" that Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry was willing to trade quarterback Joe Flacco to the Cincinnati Bengals.

More information about Titans' dysfunction revealed after Brian Callahan firing

The Titans' only win of the ongoing campaign involved the Arizona Cardinals essentially gifting Tennessee a victory on Oct. 5.

Game film shows how Giants' Jaxson Dart is developing ahead of schedule

The Athletic's Ted Nguyen pointed out that the game film from Jaxson Dart's performance in Week 6 suggests that New York's coaching staff may have made a mistake by not starting him in Week 1.

How Patriots' Drake Maye is reminding Hall of Famer of Tom Brady

Second-year New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye could soon become more than a sleeper MVP candidate if he continues his play from the early part of the season. One franchise legend has taken notice.

Could loss to lowly Dolphins cost Browns HC Kevin Stefanski his job?

The Browns fell to 1-5 on the campaign via a 23-9 loss at the Pittsburgh Steelers this past Sunday. Cleveland failed to record a single touchdown during that matchup.

Jerry Jones makes feelings on Cowboys' Matt Eberflus clear amid criticisms

Eberflus came under fire even before his unit produced yet another poor showing in this past Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Carolina Panthers that dropped Dallas to 2-3-1 on the season. 

Cam Ward comments offer further intel on why Titans fired Brian Callahan

Brian Callahan fell to 4-19 during his tenure as head coach of the Tennessee Titans before he was unceremoniously fired on Monday. 

Rival executives rave about Buccaneers' Baker Mayfield amid MVP talk

Mayfield has certainly caught the attention of some NFL executives.

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer addresses Micah Parsons elephant in the room amid defensive struggles

The defense of the Cowboys was once again a liability as the club suffered a 30-27 loss to the Carolina Panthers that dropped Dallas to 2-3-1 this past Sunday. 

Patriots' Drake Maye makes big admission about MVP chatter after win over Saints

Maye showed true leadership as he credited his teammates and coaches for his stellar outing in this past Sunday's win at the Saints that improved the Patriots to 4-2 on the season. 

Are Vikings preparing to sit J.J. McCarthy for Week 7 game vs. Eagles?

Are the Vikings sticking with Carson Wentz for the time being?