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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

EXPERTISE:

NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, Premier League, MLS, US Soccer, UFC

Nakobe Dean expands on how Eagles turned things around after 2-2 start

The Eagles have won four straight games after getting off to an uneven 2-2 start.

Star Giants rookie raises eyebrows with comments amid Brian Daboll rumors

He seemed less-than-pleased when he spoke with reporters following the defeat that dropped the Giants to 2-7 on the season.

Saints QB Derek Carr responds to latest criticism from Michael Thomas

Carr is no stranger to taking social media shots delivered by Thomas.

Raiders make big changes amid losing streak, Bill Belichick rumors

The Raiders are experiencing what became a five-game losing streak via Sunday's 41-24 defeat at the Cincinnati Bengals.  

Former Washington QB: Jayden Daniels can be 'more important than the president'

Robert Griffin III spoke with Andscape's Jason Reid about what Jayden Daniels could mean for the Commanders and the nation's capital. 

Jets' Morgan Moses may have succeeded where Davante Adams failed

Jets' Morgan Moses followed in Davante Adams' footsteps by making a speech to his teammates. The only difference? Moses' seemed to get through to struggling New York.

Jerry Jones speaks candidly about struggles of 3-4 Cowboys

The Cowboys are one of the more disappointing teams of the opening half of the 2024 NFL season, and owner Jerry Jones spoke candidly about their struggles.

Expert thinks NFL could make change after Vikings-Rams face-mask controversy

Former NFL vice president of officiating Dean Blandino discussed how the league could react after multiple controversial non-calls impacted clubs during the opening half of the current season. 

Legendary coach addresses challenges Nick Sirianni faces with Eagles

Legendary Eagles head coach Dick Vermeil knows somewhat about the pressure Nick Sirianni is facing.

Personnel evaluator discusses what Russell Wilson gives Steelers over Justin Fields

An unnamed NFL personnel evaluator spoke with ESPN's Jeremy Fowler about what Russell Wilson provided the team over his first two starts. 

Teammates expand on what Jameis Winston gives Browns over Deshaun Watson

Browns players praised quarterback Jameis Winston and the energy he brings to the club.

Insider names main reason Jets are going through 'tenuous time' this season

During an Amazon Prime Video pregame segment, NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated touched upon why "it’s a tenuous time in the Jets building right now and for people who work there" after Johnson fired head coach Robert Saleh when the club was 2-3.

Former NFL MVP blasts Colts' Anthony Richardson after benching, 'tired' controversy

Former NFL signal-caller and one-time MVP Cam Newton blasted Anthony Richardson after Colts head coach Shane Steichen benched the second-year pro in favor of veteran Joe Flacco.

C.J. Stroud reacts to Texans getting 'embarrassed' by Jets

After the Texans lost 21-13 to the Jets, Houston quarterback C.J. Stroud suggested that he and his teammates produced an unacceptable performance in East Rutherford, NJ.

Jets react to 'silly' Malachi Corley mistake vs. Texans

Jets rookie wide receiver Malachi Corley committed what could have gone down as the blunder of the NFL season, but his head coach and teammates chalk it up to "a learning experience."

Inside source links Juan Soto with three teams amid free-agency rumors

The Juan Soto free agency sweepstakes is already in full swing.

Insider predicts timeline for Juan Soto free-agency decision

Soto strongly suggested following the Yankees' Game 5 World Series defeat on Wednesday night that he will sign with the highest bidder and won't give the Bronx Bombers any kind of discount in negotiations. 

Will Patriots change playing style of Drake Maye after concussion?

Maye was removed from the Patriots' Week 8 game shortly after he took a hit as he completed a feet-first slide at the end of a scramble late in the contest's first quarter. 

Latest trade update suggests Panthers have made Bryce Young decision

Have the Panthers already decided what they're going to do with Young?

Former GM makes big claim about Tom Brady's relationships with Raiders, Fox

The former GM discussed what could lead to Brady eventually having to make a choice between broadcasting and his role with the Raiders.

NFL executives react to Colts benching Anthony Richardson for Joe Flacco

The decision to sit Richardson continues to draw a wide array of opinions.

Why former executive doesn't see Jets turning things around under Jeff Ulbrich

Jets owner Woody Johnson fired head coach Robert Saleh earlier this month in an apparent attempt to give what was a 2-3 club some type of spark. 

Steelers QBs coach dismisses claims about what Justin Fields could do as starter

The Steelers replaced Fields with Russell Wilson as their starting quarterback beginning with the Week 7 game against the New York Jets.

Jaguars' Doug Pederson shares advice for Eagles' Nick Sirianni amid job security rumors

Ahead of this Sunday's game between the Jaguars and Eagles, Doug Pederson shared some advice for Nick Sirianni.

Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa claps back at critics about botched shotgun snap

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa received some criticism after his inability to catch a shotgun snap resulted in a safety during this past Sunday's