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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

ESPN's Joe Buck, Troy Aikman discuss Tom Brady bouncing back from rough announcing debut

ESPN's Joe Buck and Troy Aikman believe Tom Brady will bounce back beginning with the Week 2 game between the Cowboys and Saints.

Vikings HC thinks Sam Darnold 'took a lot' from time with 49ers

Darnold was stellar in his Vikings debut and his head coach discussed the quarterback as the team prepares for a meeting with the 49ers.

Giants legend shares worrisome comparisons regarding QB Daniel Jones

Statistically speaking, Jones was one of the NFL's worst quarterbacks for Week 1 of the 2024 season.

Insider shares concerning update on Jets, Haason Reddick contract situation

Reddick remained away from the team amid his desire for a lucrative contract extension through the club's humbling 32-19 season-opening loss at the San Francisco 49ers on Monday night. 

Former MVP sounds alarms about Giants' Daniel Jones

Jones threw two interceptions against the Vikings in Week 1, one of which became a pick-six and a second that included him throwing the ball into triple coverage. 

Penguins star Sidney Crosby offers big update on extension talks

Pittsburgh Penguins fans understandably have grown concerned regarding what's been referred to as the "worrisome" contract situation involving superstar captain Sidney Crosby.

Jets' Garrett Wilson addresses harsh 'reality' of 49ers beatdown

The Jets were thoroughly outplayed for the bulk of Monday night's humbling 32-19 season-opening loss at the 49ers.

Coach, former QB share warnings for Bo Nix ahead of Broncos debut

Nix may do well to heed the advice of those who know what he'll be in for on Sunday.

Bears slam door on 'Hollywood' concerns about QB Caleb Williams

The Chicago Bears don't seem to be getting too many "Hollywood" vibes from QB Caleb Williams, who has drawn praise from his teammates for simply being himself.

Giants HC Brian Daboll might be ready to take gloves off with QB Daniel Jones

New York Giants HC Brian Daboll is fighting for his job and that might mean he has to step on a few toes when the offense goes listless.

Rob Gronkowski makes final prediction about Tom Brady's broadcasting debut

Rob Gronkowski recently told Scott Polacek of Bleacher Report why he believes his friend and former teammate Tom Brady "is going to be excellent" in the booth. 

Vikings teammate shares Sam Darnold warning for rest of NFL

Teammates are warning the rest of the NFL ahead of Minnesota's regular-season opener at the New York Giants this Sunday to not take Darnold lightly.

Steve Young shares what he told Eminem during 49ers-Lions NFC title game

Steve Young recently explained how he and Eminem chatted when the Lions held what seemed to be a commanding 24-7 halftime lead over the 49ers in the NFC Championship Game.

Bills QB Josh Allen views 'overrated' criticisms as a 'term of endearment'

Josh Allen of the Buffalo Bills hasn't been shy about responding to summer stories that labeled him as an "overrated" quarterback.

Rob Gronkowski discusses controversial Drake Maye, Jacoby Brissett decision

The Patriots legend has his own thoughts on the team's QB situation.

CBS' Jim Nantz defends Tony Romo over controversial Super Bowl call

Romo received quite a bit of criticism for the excitement he showed seconds after the Kansas City Chiefs scored a walk-off overtime game-winning touchdown in their Super Bowl LVIII victory over the San Francisco 49ers. 

Stefon Diggs makes bold C.J. Stroud statement ahead of Texans debut

Stefon Diggs indicated while speaking about Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud on Thursday that he's in a much better place than he was last season ahead of Houston's Week 1 game.

Why former QB is already 'worried' about Steelers' Russell Wilson

Former NFL signal-caller and current analyst Chase Daniel of The Athletic is among those who have suggested Pittsburgh should consider sitting Russell Wilson regardless of how the veteran feels ahead of kickoff. 

Why Jets' Aaron Rodgers has 'something on my shoulder' after injury

The Jets were advertised as Super Bowl contenders roughly one year ago, but their campaign ultimately fell apart after Rodgers went down with a torn Achilles four offensive snaps into New York's regular-season opener.

Giants icon, media legend share broadcasting advice for Tom Brady

The seven-time Super Bowl champion will make his announcing debut in this Sunday's game between the Dallas Cowboys and Cleveland Browns. 

Eagles HC Nick Sirianni defines role for QB Jalen Hurts amid uncertainty

Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts is the key to his team's offense and HC Nick Sirianni knows that.

Patriots executive shares how Drake Maye will serve as backup

Patriots executive vice president of player personnel Eliot Wolf recently spoke about what's expected of Drake Maye heading into New England's regular-season opener.

Why Eagles' Saquon Barkley has 'different appreciation' for Nick Sirianni

Barkley was familiar with Sirianni as an opponent, but being around the head coach as a member of his team has changed the running back's view of his coach.

Browns' Deshaun Watson has new message for critics ahead of Week 1

Watson has played in just 12 regular-season games since the end of the 2020 campaign and is coming off what eventually became a season-ending shoulder injury after he first hurt that shoulder in Week 3 last September. 

NFL insiders share worrisome updates on Jets, Haason Reddick standoff

New York Jets and NFL insider Connor Hughes of SNY shared earlier this week that he believes the contract standoff involving the club and Pro Bowl pass-rusher