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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

Patriots' Jerod Mayo speaks about criticism from Bill Belichick

Coming off New England's surprising win over the New York Jets that improved the Patriots to 2-6 on the season, Mayo spoke about Belichick's reactions to the "soft" comment during a Monday appearance on Boston sports radio station WEEI.

Former player shares brutal assessment of Jets after loss to Patriots

Yet another former Jets player has joined the chorus blasting the team following a disappointing loss to the lowly Patriots that dropped the squad to 2-6 on the season.

Teammates praise Jameis Winston after Browns' upset win over Ravens

Winston led the Browns to a surprising win over the Ravens.

Yankees reportedly see one team as 'the real threat' to sign Juan Soto

Soto will become a free agent after the World Series and many of the top franchises are likely to explore signing him.

Will Giants' Daniel Jones be on short leash vs. Steelers after benching?

It's the question lingering over the Giants as they attempt to earn their third win of the season on Monday.

Dak Prescott accepts blame after Cowboys' loss to 49ers

Quarterback Dak Prescott accepted responsibility for the team's defeat at the hands of the 49ers Sunday night.

Former Jets players blast team after shocking loss to Patriots

The Jets are arguably the most disappointing team of the 2024 NFL season, as a club expected to compete for more than just a playoff berth fell to 2-6 via Sunday's loss to the lowly Patriots.

Patriots' Jacoby Brissett addresses 'soft' controversy after upset win over Jets

Brissett addressed controversial comments made by his head coach in between a loss in Week 7 and a win in Week 8.

Patriots DT gives blunt Aaron Rodgers assessment after upset

Following New York's shocking 25-22 loss at the lowly New England Patriots, Patriots defensive tackle Davon Godchaux suggested the version of Rodgers who won four Most Valuable Player Awards during his career no longer exists. 

Why former Super Bowl MVP 'felt bad' for Russell Wilson during Steelers debut

The one-time Super Bowl Most Valuable Player and current analyst shared what he noticed about Wilson's performance during the 35-year-old's official debut as a Steelers player.

Analyst warns Panthers about playing Bryce Young vs. Broncos

Former NFL signal-caller and current analyst Chase Daniel explained why first-year Panthers head coach Dave Canales should reconsider playing Bryce Young this weekend. 

NFL reportedly could discuss making change after Vikings-Rams face-mask controversy

After "Thursday Night Football's" mishap, multiple members of the NFL community have suggested the league should at least consider making face-mask penalties subject to replay review.

Anthony Volpe shares prediction about possible Yankees World Series celebration

During the latest edition of the "Baseball Isn't Boring" podcast, Anthony Volpe offered a bold prediction of what could happen if the Yankees win the World Series.

Johnny Manziel suggests one NFL team might have fit him

Could this team have helped one of the biggest draft busts of the 2010s?

Patriots teammates praise QB Drake Maye's growing maturity

New England Patriots QB Drake Maye is still just a kid who needs to earn the respect of his teammates.

Giants' Daniel Jones responds to controversial Malik Nabers comments

Malik Nabers raised eyebrows, but does he have a point? Jones weighs in.

Juan Soto sends message to Yankees fans before World Series, free agency

On Thursday, Juan Soto promised Yankees fans nothing but added that he is "really thankful for them and really happy that they’ve had my back the whole year." 

Giants' Josh Ezeudu responds to being ripped by Bill Belichick

Ezeudu reacted to Belichick's comment while speaking with Darryl Slater of NJ Advance Media for NJ.com on Thursday.

Cowboys' Dak Prescott gives honest assessment of play amid 3-3 start

During the Dallas Cowboys' Week 6 bye, former NFL linebacker and current analyst Bart Scott suggested that quarterback Dak Prescott was largely responsible

NFL community calls for rule change after Vikings face-mask controversy

A blatant missed face-mask penalty in the Rams' win over the Vikings on Thursday prompted multiple members of the NFL community to speak out.

Steelers' Cameron Heyward responds to fans booing Russell Wilson vs. Jets

Wilson heard some boos as he knocked the rust off in his first start of the season, and one of his prominent teammates has now addressed the situation.

Jets insider shares huge prediction about future of Aaron Rodgers

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers said this past summer he wanted to give the New York Jets "two great years" coming off the torn Achilles he suffered in September 2023. At least one insider doesn't see that happening.

Analyst shares worrisome take about Eagles' Jalen Hurts

Despite the Eagles' recent run, well-known NFL analyst Greg Cosell isn't convinced that Jalen Hurts and the Philadelphia offense can win against top-tier opponents. 

What former Patriots OC would tell Jerod Mayo amid rumors

Former Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien is the latest to address rumors suggesting team owner Robert Kraft could show Jerod Mayo the door if the 1-6 club doesn't improve by Week 18.