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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

'At least eight teams' had No.4 pick Andrew Thomas as top-rated OT of 2020 NFL Draft

New York Giants general manager Dave Gettleman didn't receive a desired trade offer for the No. 4 selection of the 2020 NFL Draft before Thursday night.

Report: Patriots 'haven't shown' interest in QB Cam Newton

Newton's desire to start for a club during the next NFL season could keep him from obtaining a new job anytime soon since the draft process seemingly eliminated openings.

ESPN nearing agreement to air South Korean baseball games amid coronavirus pandemic

The coronavirus pandemic brought the bulk of the professional and amateur sports worlds to screeching halts in the middle of March, and there's no definitive end in sight.

Coronavirus may delay Russian Premier League restart until June 21 or June 28

Like the bulk of top-flight European football competitions, the Russian Premier League came to a halt last month due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Virologist warns against Bundesliga restart amid coronavirus pandemic

Recently, Germany banned all large social gatherings in the country through the end of August. 

New Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa says Nashville tornado destroyed his car

Tua Tagovailoa was given millions upon millions of reasons to smile when the Miami Dolphins selected him with the fifth pick of the 2020 NFL Draft on Thursday night.

SEC becomes first conference with six top-10 picks in NFL Draft

The SEC only added to its claim as the best college football conference in the country in the first round of the 2020 NFL Draft.

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell botches pronouncing 'Tua Tagovailoa' at NFL Draft

Dolphins fans are hoping announcers will be able to put "touchdown!" in front of that last name dozens of times per season starting this coming September. 

Odell Beckham Jr. rants about draft coverage

It's no secret that Odell Beckham Jr. is an emotional football player, and he was fired up during the first round of the NFL Draft Thursday.

Joe Burrow joins exclusive club after Cincinnati Bengals draft him first overall

Burrow is only the fourth player in history to achieve three specific feats.

Bengals select Heisman Trophy winner Joe Burrow with No. 1 pick of 2020 NFL Draft

Burrow set FBS single-season records in passing touchdowns (60) and total scores (65) with LSU last year, taking home the Heisman Trophy.

Cleveland Browns WR Jarvis Landry shows video of him running after hip surgery

Landry showed off some of his progress on Thursday.

NCAA may let athletes become paid sponsors as early as 2021

Athletes would be able to sell memorabilia and autographs, and also earn revenue for public appearances, according to a report.

Iowa OT Tristan Wirfs gives mom red-carpet treatment ahead of virtual NFL draft

The NFL draft may be virtual this year, but Tristan Wirfs still wanted his mom to experience some of the perks.

Former USWNT goalkeeper Hope Solo publicly introduces twins to the world

Solo became eligible for the U.S. National Soccer Hall of Fame in February.

Are Eagles ready to trade left tackle Andre Dillard after one season?

Roughly three hours before the start of the draft, the Philly Voice had two reports speculating the Eagles might move Dillard.

Former Mets captain David Wright joins 'All-In Challenge' for coronavirus relief efforts

The winner of Wright's auction and three other individuals will receive an all-inclusive pass to a Mets home game alongside the retired infielder plus much more.

Doctor says Alabama QB Tua Tagovailoa 'good as ever' ahead draft

This isn't the first time Byrd has cleared Tagovailoa. ESPN previously reported that other NFL team physicians selected Byrd to examine him on April 2, and Byrd's findings at the time "were overwhelmingly positive."

In letter, Rob Gronkowski thanks Patriots, Bill Belichick; says his 'fire' to play is back

On Thursday afternoon, Gronk took to Instagram to say goodbye to those he's leaving behind in New England.

Dolphins CB Byron Jones offers advice for rookies selected in 2020 NFL Draft

Soon-to-be NFL rookies would do well to listen to individuals such as Jones.

Colts owner Jim Irsay to give $500 gift certificates for Indiana restaurants

On April 5, Irsay tweeted that he'd secured personal protective equipment for the Indiana State Department of Health.

Report: La Liga matches won't have fans until 2021

Spain is a European nation particularly devastated by the coronavirus. As of April 23, over 22,000 people in the country have died due to the virus.

New York Giants DL Leonard Williams signs franchise tag, plans to file grievance

Although Leonard Williams signed his non-exclusive franchise tag, that development is only part of a story that could play out through the spring months.

Report: Tiger Woods versus Phil Mickelson II will feature Tom Brady, Peyton Manning

Two of the best ever alongside two more of the best ever. Peyton Manning and Tom Brady will appear in the secon matchup between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson.