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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

Giants' Dexter Lawrence II, Jermaine Eluemunor expand on controversial comments

Lawrence was among the players who used the word "soft" to describe the team's effort in the 30-7 home loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers that dropped Big Blue to 2-9 on the season this past Sunday. 

Reporter makes huge claim about Steelers' Russell Wilson, Justin Fields amid red-zone woes

NFL reporter Aditi Kinkhabwala of CBS Sports suggested Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin isn't married to keeping Russell Wilson his QB1.

Aaron Rodgers addresses reports about Jets, playing future

Rodgers addressed rumors regarding his playing future.

Insider names 'one factor' that could lead to in-season firing of Giants' Brian Daboll

The Giants fell to 2-9 via an embarrassing 30-7 home loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers this past Sunday.

How Fox wants Tom Brady to improve as NFL announcer

While Brady has shown improvements across his first season serving as Fox's lead in-game NFL analyst, he very much so remains a work in progress heading into December.

Patriots captain compares Jerod Mayo to Bill Belichick after latest controversy

Injured Patriots captain David Andrews defended Jerod Mayo and compared the first-year coach to legend Bill Belichick.

Cowboys' Jerry Jones shares surprising update on future of Mike McCarthy

During a Tuesday appearance on Dallas sports radio station 105.3 The Fan, Jerry Jones said it is "not crazy" to suggest he could stick with Mike McCarthy beyond Week 18. 

Panthers' Dave Canales discusses Bryce Young addressing team after loss to Chiefs

First-year Panthers head coach Dave Canales spoke with reporters on Monday about all that Bryce Young has endured since September. 

Giants players respond to 'soft' comments after blowout loss to Buccaneers

New York was largely non-competitive against a Tampa Bay side that held a 30-0 lead after three quarters of play.

Former players share bleak outlook regarding future of Jets' Aaron Rodgers

Rodgers has largely failed to impress with his play this fall.

Report: Five teams submitted offers to Juan Soto

It appears five teams have officially entered the Soto sweepstakes.

Giants icon criticizes Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen over Daniel Jones situation

Tiki Barber explained that he felt head coach Brian Daboll and general manager Joe Schoen should've "addressed the Daniel Jones thing immediately into the bye week."

Rex Ryan blames one person for Giants' woes

The Giants fell to 2-9 on the season via Sunday's 30-7 home loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Buccaneers' Todd Bowles explains controversial Baker Mayfield decision vs. Giants

Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles received some criticism for leaving quarterback Baker Mayfield and other starters on the field in a blowout win.

Former MVP rips Giants players after Daniel Jones saga, Buccaneers blowout

The one-time MVP and current NFL analyst ripped Giants players for how they handled themselves from the benching of Jones through Sunday's blowout at MetLife Stadium.

One way Chargers' Justin Herbert has improved under Jim Harbaugh

Harbaugh has been successful in getting his quarterback to improve in this vital area.

Does Brian Daboll think he's lost Giants locker room amid job-security rumors?

Frustration seems to be boiling over in New York.

Executives reportedly view one club as 'clear-cut favorite' to sign Juan Soto

Reporters and analysts have named a favorite in the Juan Soto sweepstakes. Do MLB execs agree with their assessment?

Insider reveals if Deshaun Watson will be with Browns in 2025

Watson was one of the league's worst starting quarterbacks of this season before he went down with a ruptured Achilles on Oct. 20.

Jourdan Lewis discusses 'tough conversations' Cowboys had before win over Commanders

Don't look now, but the Cowboys have a great chance to get to 5-7 on the season when they host the lowly New York Giants on Thanksgiving.

Dolphins veteran shares how Tua Tagovailoa bounced back from latest concussion

Tagovailoa largely looked like his old self coming off his latest concussion as he guided the Dolphins to three straight victories that improved them to 5-6 on the season. 

Eagles' Saquon Barkley addresses MVP talk after dominant performance against Rams

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley established himself as a legitimate MVP candidate with a dominant performance on "Sunday Night Football."

Insiders question job-security report about Giants' Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen

A report stating that Schoen and Daboll were likely to keep their jobs has been buried under an avalanche of reports to the contrary following the team's lifeless performance on Sunday.

Former Steelers CB challenges players after upset loss to Browns

The former Steelers cornerback and current analyst shared his take while speaking on CBS Sports HQ shortly after the end of Thursday's contest.

Hall of Famer blasts Cowboys players for partying after blowout loss

The Hall of Famer sent a message to Cowboys owner and general manager Jerry Jones regarding the current state of the franchise.