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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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Insiders share final Juan Soto free-agency predictions

Four MLB insiders offered final predictions regarding which team will win the Juan Soto sweepstakes. 

Lions' Dan Campbell explains gutsy call in 'TNF' win over Packers

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell likely surprised more than a few "Thursday Night Football" viewers with his play-calling.

Steelers' Arthur Smith sends message to George Pickens after latest incidents

Smith addressed a growing list of incidents regarding Pickens.

Juan Soto being forced to reconsider one preference regarding his next contract?

Reports have indicated that Soto wasn't interested in considering one contract structure amid his free agency. Will he not have a choice?

Cowboys' Mike McCarthy responds to curious Dak Prescott comments

Mike McCarthy was asked if he feels he's been able to coach, as Dak Prescott said, "on his terms" during his Dallas tenure.

Report details one way Packers' Jordan Love has differed from Jets' Aaron Rodgers

Love spent the bulk of his first three NFL seasons serving as a backup for Rodgers in Green Bay. 

Patriots' Jerod Mayo shares promise about coaching future amid uncertainty

The Patriots sit at 3-10 during their bye week.

Bears' Caleb Williams addresses Matt Eberflus firing, uncertain future

Caleb Williams spoke with reporters for the first time since Matt Eberflus was fired following the Bears' Thanksgiving Day loss.

Davante Adams discusses possible Jets return, if he regrets trade from Raiders

Adams addressed what has been a disappointing move to the Jets as well as his potential interest in staying in New York.

Report shares if Mike Vrabel would consider joining Jets amid Bill Belichick whispers

Vrabel went 54-45 across six seasons as Titans HC and won Coach of the Year for the 2021 campaign. 

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa addresses controversial Azeez Al-Shaair hit on Trevor Lawrence

Tua Tagovailoa is quite familiar with head injuries, so it's understandable that reporters asked him about the Trevor Lawrence incident. 

Falcons' Kirk Cousins addresses Minnesota return amid slump, losing streak

Kirk Cousins spoke with reporters on Wednesday about what could be an awkward homecoming in Minnesota.

Jets' Aaron Rodgers makes interesting comments amid Giants rumors

Whispers resurfaced earlier this week suggesting that Rodgers and former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick could link up with the Giants during the upcoming offseason. 

Insider shares massive update on Juan Soto decision timeline

Is a Juan Soto decision coming sooner than later?

Are Ravens already done with Diontae Johnson after incident?

Whether or not Johnson will be with the Ravens when they face the Steelers in Week 16 is unknown.  

Insider predicts how Steelers could handle futures of Russell Wilson, Justin Fields

NFL insider Albert Breer addressed how the Steelers could approach the uncertain futures of Russell Wilson and Justin Fields.

Vikings star CB addresses controversial Azeez Al-Shaair hit on Trevor Lawrence

The incident earned Al-Shaair a three-game suspension from the NFL. 

Coach names biggest way Patriots' Drake Maye has grown as starter

Patriots QBs coach T.C. McCartney recently revealed the area in which he has seen the most growth with Drake Maye.

Bills players share change Josh Allen made en route to becoming MVP favorite

Teammates have noticed a particular change regarding Bills quarterback Josh Allen.

Insider expands on how benching helped Panthers' Bryce Young improve

The Panthers were largely noncompetitive over the season's first two weeks before first-year HC Dave Canales benched Young in favor of veteran Andy Dalton.

Do NFL coaches think Bengals' Zac Taylor is on the hot seat?

The 4-8 Cincinnati Bengals are one of the most disappointing teams of the 2024 NFL season and are wasting stellar play from star quarterback Joe Burrow. Could those facts cost Zac Taylor his job?

Numbers show Colts aren't worried about Anthony Richardson's injury history after benching

Colts reporter Stephen Holder clarified that the team's use of Anthony Richardson over the past three games shows Shane Steichen and Co. have few concerns about the QB's health. 

Reporter hints Jets could make huge Aaron Rodgers decision before end of season

Rodgers has largely looked like a player past his prime coming off the torn Achilles that cost him all but four offensive snaps of the 2023 regular season. 

Insider explains why OC Ben Johnson stayed with Lions for 2024 season

What convinced Lions OC Ben Johnson to stay in Detroit despite being a favorite to land a head-coaching gig?

Cowboys' Dak Prescott discusses uncertain future of Mike McCarthy

Prescott discussed his head coach amid McCarthy's uncertain future in Dallas.