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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

Insider discusses job security of Giants' Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen

NFL insider Connor Hughes of SNY addressed the futures of Daboll and Schoen for a mailbag published on Tuesday.

Mets keeping same mindset amid latest resurgence, wild-card race

The Amazins began Tuesday in the middle of a 9-3 run. 

Aaron Rodgers a popular choice amid preseason award predictions

Age and injury questions hover over Rodgers this season, but it sounds like plenty of people around the league expect him to return to form.

Panthers’ Diontae Johnson addresses 'diva' reputation

Johnson addressed his reputation heading into his sixth pro season.

Buccaneers HC discusses 'problem' of facing Commanders' Jayden Daniels

Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles spoke with reporters on Monday and indicated he doesn't expect Daniels will suffer from any first-day jitters.

Steelers leaders praise Russell Wilson amid criticisms, predictions

Wilson has been the subject of criticism for several years now, and that hasn't changed amid his battle with Justin Fields for the Steelers QB1 job. But several teammates clearly have his back.

NFL legends back Panthers' Bryce Young to rebound from rough rookie season

Can the second-year QB bounce back from the struggles he faced throughout his rookie season?

Star AFC West receiver is candidate for midseason trade

He was routinely linked throughout the summer with a win-now New York Jets side that features 40-year-old Aaron Rodgers at quarterback. 

Insider, rival teams voice concerns about Russell Wilson's future with Steelers

There's a lot of chatter regarding what could be for Wilson and his new team.

Eagles players sing praises of new OC Kellen Moore

Philadelphia Eagles players spent portions of the offseason learning the system installed by new offensive coordinator Kellen Moore. The team is speaking highly of Moore ahead of the season opener.

Insider expands on Tom Brady possibly choosing between Fox, Raiders ownership

Will Brady have to choose between being a broadcaster or owning a piece of the Raiders?

Cowboys’ Mike McCarthy opens up about dealing with contract situations

McCarthy isn't shying away from talking about the swirl of contract situations surrounding the Cowboys.

Longtime teammate shares warning to NFL about Aaron Rodgers

One player who is quite familiar with Aaron Rodgers had a message for the league ahead of the 2024 season.

Veteran Eagles player 'felt like crying' after receiving team honor

This was a big deal for the former seventh-round pick.

Former QBs share how Patriots' Drake Maye should handle backup role

The Patriots rookie QB may do well to heed this advice.

Derrick Henry sends warning to Chiefs ahead of Ravens debut

Henry discussed his debut with the Ravens, which happens to come against the team that eliminated Baltimore from the playoffs a season ago.

Insider shares alarming update on Jets, Haason Reddick standoff

The New York Jets acquired Pro Bowl pass-rusher Haason Reddick from the Philadelphia Eagles this past spring but he has yet to participate with the team as he seeks a new contract.

How tough lesson helped Francisco Lindor become leader Mets needed

During a recent conversation with Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Francisco Lindor shared how he developed into the leader the 2024 Mets desperately needed. 

Panthers' Bryce Young addresses expectations ahead of pivotal second season

Young suggested during a chat with Ryan Gaydos of Fox News Digital he's doing all he can to ignore any outside noise.

Why Jalen Hurts is 'in a better place' following Eagles' collapse

As Ralph Vacchiano of Fox Sports shared on Friday, Hurts recently revealed he's "in a better place" now than he was back in January.

Insider shares if Steelers held true competition between Russell Wilson, Justin Fields

Did the Steelers really let the two signal-callers compete this preseason?

Francisco Lindor expands on Mets' pursuit of Yankees' Juan Soto

Francisco Lindor raised some eyebrows when he recently acknowledged that it would be "fantastic" and "help us a lot" if the Mets could steal All-Star outfielder Juan Soto from the Yankees in free agency.

What 'bothered' Lions QB Jared Goff during run to NFC Championship game

Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff hasn't gotten over his team's crushing NFC Championship game loss to the San Francisco 49ers.

Greg Olsen discusses Tom Brady booth idea, relationship with Fox

The former NFL tight end and current analyst commented on several topics ahead of the upcoming season.

Why Buccaneers believe contract can bring out best of Baker Mayfield

Buccaneers quarterbacks coach Thad Lewis believes Mayfield's new deal could help the 29-year-old produce yet another stellar campaign with the franchise.