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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

What Francisco Lindor told Mets before playoff-clinching home run

The 30-year-old emerged as the Mets' most valuable player and emotional leader amid a roller-coaster ride of a season. 

Insider repeats claim about Browns not re-signing Colts' Joe Flacco

Browns fans might be missing their former backup QB right now.

Former NFL player makes massive claim about Commanders' Jayden Daniels

Daniels produced stellar numbers while guiding the Commanders to three straight wins and a 3-1 record. 

Patriots' Jerod Mayo sends message about Jacoby Brissett, Drake Maye situation

Pockets of fans want Maye to start over Brissett at QB with the club at 1-3. 

Former Jets QB makes big claims about Aaron Rodgers-Robert Saleh relationship

A former Jets QB had a strong take on the relationship between Aaron Rodgers and Robert Saleh.

Trevor Lawrence sends message to Jaguars amid losing streak

Jacksonville fell to 0-4 on the season via Sunday's 24-20 loss to the Houston Texans, which was Lawrence's ninth consecutive defeat as a starter going back to last year. 

Buccaneers' Lavonte David reacts to Tom Brady's response to Baker Mayfield

Mayfield revealed during a podcast appearance that the Buccaneers were "pretty stressed out" and "weren’t having as much fun" when Brady was on the team from 2020 through 2022.

Joe Flacco reflects on guiding Colts to win over Steelers

Flacco replaced an injured Anthony Richardson and guided the Colts to a 27-24 victory that improved the team to 2-2 on the season. 

Tom Brady 'was seriously considering' joining team other than Buccaneers in 2020

It appears Brady at least flirted with joining a team other than the Buccaneers when he was a free agent over four years ago.

Rob Gronkowski, beat writer address if Patriots should start Drake Maye

Jacoby Brissett fumbled the ball three times on Sunday and has New England responsible for arguably the league's worst offense. 

Insiders discuss if Jaguars could fire HC Doug Pederson 

The Jaguars have yet to get in the win column in 2024 and their newly extended, expensive quarterback has looked exceedingly mediocre. Does it all spell the end of Doug Pederson's time in Jacksonville?

Baker Mayfield addresses Tom Brady's response to controversial comments

Mayfield generated headlines earlier this month when he suggested the Buccaneers were "pretty stressed out" and "weren’t having as much fun" when Brady was the team's starter from 2020 through 2022. 

Insider addresses trade rumors involving Steelers' Russell Wilson, Dolphins

An NFL insider recently shut down rumors that involved Russell Wilson being dealt to Miami.

How Commanders' Jayden Daniels impressed a Washington legend

This legendary Washington player has been thoroughly impressed by Daniels.

Two-time Super Bowl champion unimpressed by Steelers QB Justin Fields

Pittsburgh Steelers QB Justin Fields is on a winning team, but that doesn't mean that he is the reason the team is winning.

Browns QB Deshaun Watson draws heat for refusal to change

Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson is playing bad football, but apparently has no interest in tweaking anything about his game.

Columnist hints Patriots will soon make big Drake Maye decision

Patriots columnist Karen Guregian of MassLive shared on Friday that rookie Drake Maye "is definitely gaining ground" and could replace Jacoby Brissett atop the depth chart.

Mets great spoke with Francisco Lindor after rough 2021 season

For a piece published Friday, Tim Britton of The Athletic touched upon how the legendary former Met spoke with shortstop Francisco Lindor after Lindor endured a rough debut season with the club in 2021.

How Panthers' Andy Dalton is helping Bryce Young amid benching

Andy Dalton isn't just serving as the Panthers' starting quarterback; he's also helping Bryce Young deal with being benched.

Report details how Jalen Hurts matured as leader following Eagles' collapse

For a piece published Friday, Tim McManus of ESPN detailed how Hurts has shown he's "maturing as a quarterback and a leader" during the ongoing season.

Mike Evans discusses relationship with Tom Brady following Baker Mayfield comments

During a recent chat with Greg Auman of Fox Sports, star Tampa Bay wide receiver Mike Evans spoke about how he connected with Brady both on and off the field.

Stats show where Daniel Jones is failing Giants this season

During the preseason, Brian Daboll revealed that he wanted Daniel Jones to "push the ball down the field" early and often during games this season. Jones, thus far, hasn't shown he can execute that part of Daboll's offense.

Ravens TE Mark Andrews opens up about slow start to season

Travis Kelce isn't the only noteworthy tight end off to a slow start this NFL season. Across the Ravens' first three games, Mark Andrews tallied just six receptions for 65 yards and no touchdowns. But he believes his time will come.

Insider expands on reported change in Steelers' Justin Fields, Russell Wilson situation

The Steelers' quarterback situation seems to get murkier by the day.

Patriots insider touches upon continued growth of QB Drake Maye

New England Patriots QB Drake Maye is doing what he needs to do in practice while he waits for his first start.