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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

Is Lions' Dan Campbell worried about Jared Goff after five-interception game?

Is Campbell worried about his quarterback after Goff tossed five interceptions against the Texans?

Dolphins' Mike McDaniel opens up about Tua Tagovailoa taking blow to head as tackler

Considering Tagovailoa's well-known history of concussions, it's no surprise McDaniel was asked if he's spoken with his QB1 about leaving such defensive plays for teammates. 

Jets' Aaron Rodgers discusses controversy involving Cowboys' Mike McCarthy, Micah Parsons

During a Tuesday appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show," Aaron Rodgers supported his former head coach. 

Ravens' Diontae Johnson addresses facing Steelers after trade

Johnson discussed returning to Pittsburgh as an opponent.

Cowboys' Jerry Jones addresses potential Micah Parsons, Mike McCarthy controversy

Parsons generated headlines when he said following the club's home loss to the rival Philadelphia Eagles that he felt worse for veteran players such as guard Zack Martin than for McCarthy. 

Rival executives, coaches break down struggles of Bears' Caleb Williams

Rival executives and coaches spoke with The Athletic's Jeff Howe about what has gone wrong regarding Caleb Williams' lack of growth as Chicago went from 4-2 to 4-5.

Did Steelers' Mike Tomlin throw shade at Ravens' Diontae Johnson?

Tomlin doesn't sound too worried about facing one of his former players.

Analyst rips Colts for one Anthony Richardson decision

The Colts' decision here didn't sit well with this analyst.

Numbers show how Jets got worse after Robert Saleh, Jeff Ulbrich moves 

The Jets are now a 3-7 team that may have to run the table to make the playoffs.  

Patriots captain compares Drake Maye to Tom Brady

Injured center/team captain David Andrews noted that Drake Maye followed in the footsteps of franchise legend Tom Brady with his actions last week.

When Eagles' Jahan Dotson knew Commanders' Jayden Daniels would be special

Daniels' potential was apparent early on, and now, the entire league is recognizing it.

Browns insider makes big claim about futures of Kevin Stefanski, Andrew Berry

Could these two be out the door sooner rather than later?

Why Giants legend is now 'done' with Daniel Jones

One Giants' legend has had enough of the Daniel Jones experience.

Insider expands on 'spoiler' team in Juan Soto sweepstakes

The two most common scenarios discussed for Soto thus far have been either re-signing with the New York Yankees or joining the New York Mets.

Tua Tagovailoa reveals if he considered retirement after latest concussion

Tagovailoa again addressed suggestions that he should have retired following his latest concussion.

Cowboys' Micah Parsons addresses controversial Mike McCarthy comments

Dallas Cowboys pass-rusher Micah Parsons received some criticism for comments he made about McCarthy following the team's 34-6 loss to the Eagles.

Insider updates job security of Patriots' Jerod Mayo

Eyebrows were raised when it was reported in October that the first-year HC was not yet "assured of a second season" in his role. 

NFL insider makes telling comment about Giants' Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen

The Giants fell to 2-8 on the ongoing campaign via a disheartening 20-17 overtime loss to the lowly Carolina Panthers on Sunday. 

Former player, coach blast Cowboys' Micah Parsons over Mike McCarthy comments

The Cowboys' season is spiraling, and now one of their star players is receiving backlash for comments he made after the team's latest loss.

Former Jets QB shares Aaron Rodgers theory amid club's struggles

A former Jet shared some interesting thoughts on the team's struggles.

James Conner discusses Cardinals' turnaround amid four-game winning streak

Conner shared his thoughts on the team's play as a fourth straight win has moved the club from 2-4 to 6-4.

How fired Dennis Allen, others helped Saints' Darren Rizzi earn first win as head coach

The interim HC helped the Saints earn a 20-17 upset win over the rival Atlanta Falcons on Sunday afternoon. 

Former MVP breaks down continued struggles of Giants' Daniel Jones

A former QB shared his thoughts on the continued struggles of Daniel Jones.

Aaron Rodgers sounded broken after Jets' blowout loss to Cardinals

It's hardly a stretch to suggest that Aaron Rodgers' New York Jets tenure is probably not going as he envisioned.

Cowboys' Micah Parsons raises eyebrows with Mike McCarthy comments after loss to Eagles

McCarthy is in the final season of a contract that owner Jerry Jones reportedly never came close to extending before the Cowboys dropped six of nine games in 2024.