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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

NFL insider expands on if Seahawks could start rookie Jalen Milroe over Sam Darnold

NFL insider Albert Breer expanded on why fans shouldn't expect Jalen Milroe to make starts for the Seahawks anytime soon.

Browns DC challenges Myles Garrett following signing of massive contract extension

Garrett continued what's been quite a noteworthy offseason when he elected to remain away from the Browns during the voluntary OTAs portion of the offseason program after he signed a four-year, $160M extension that included $123.5M guaranteed in March. 

Former NFL executive sounds alarm about potential Aaron Rodgers, Steelers marriage

Former NFL player, executive and current analyst Louis Riddick sounded alarms about the Steelers possibly not having Aaron Rodgers on the roster before training camp begins in late July.

Insider expands on NFL's alleged opinion of draft lottery

Earlier this spring, NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated revealed that "there hasn’t been much of an appetite for" the league to adopt a draft lottery rather than using final regular-season records to determine which teams hold the best picks.

Reporters revive trade rumors linking Browns with Falcons' Kirk Cousins

Could the Browns still be in play for Cousins?

Giants' Kayvon Thibodeaux rips Eagles fans during chat with Kevin Hart

Kayvon Thibodeaux's latest comments regarding the Eagles/Giants rivalry are unlikely to endear him to the Philadelphia faithful.

Falcons' Michael Penix Jr. discusses growing as leader amid odd Kirk Cousins situation

Penix couldn't help that the Falcons made him the eighth overall pick of the 2024 NFL Draft less than two months after Atlanta signed Cousins to a four-year, $180M contract that included $100M guaranteed in free agency.

National reporter updates if Shedeur Sanders has 'path' to be Browns' Week 1 starting QB

The Browns' mandatory minicamp is scheduled to run from June 10-12, but the real quarterback competition won't get underway until Cleveland begins training-camp sessions in late July.

Insider updates if Cowboys' Micah Parsons is close to receiving extension

According to Cowboys insider Calvin Watkins, there's no indication Micah Parsons will put pen to paper on a deal before Dallas players officially begin their summer breaks.

Mets' Brandon Nimmo explains what went wrong in game-losing play vs. Dodgers

Tuesday's incident was the second time in a week that Nimmo found himself on the wrong end of a curious in-game moment. 

Jets' Aaron Glenn, Josh Reynolds make big statements about QB Justin Fields

The Jets gave Fields a two-year, $40M deal with $30M guaranteed in March.

Seahawks' Mike Macdonald shoots down 'crazy' Sam Darnold chatter

Macdonald strongly supported his quarterback after a reportedly rough day at practice.

Titans' Calvin Ridley explains how Cam Ward has right mentality to succeed as rookie QB

Barring a surprising development, Ward will likely emerge as the Titans' Week 1 starting QB over 2023 second-round draft pick Will Levis at some point this summer.

Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer offers big Micah Parsons update ahead of mandatory minicamp

Will Parsons be present when the Cowboys resume offseason preparations?

Analyst explains potential 'downside' of George Pickens, Cowboys marriage

ESPN NFL analyst Bill Barnwell offered one reason why George Pickens could become an unsettled talent with the Cowboys.

Analyst shares worrisome stats regarding Jets' Justin Fields

Justin Fields may only have eight games to prove he's the best overall player in the Jets' quarterback room this fall. 

Legendary Giants QB addresses when Jaxson Dart should start

Giants HC Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen have insisted throughout the spring that they feel the best way for Dart to develop is to do so as a backup for Russell Wilson throughout 2025. 

What stats show about Mets' Juan Soto being 'too passive at the plate'

The ongoing struggles of outfielder Juan Soto continue to overshadow the first-place New York Mets.

Saquon Barkley addresses shift in 'mindset' after Eagles' Super Bowl triumph

One couldn't blame Barkley and other Eagles players if they spent the organized team activities portion of the offseason program simply going through the motions coming off their Super Bowl LIX victory over the Chiefs. 

Giants safety shares how Russell Wilson, Jameis Winston are helping Jaxson Dart

Giants safety Jevon Holland touched upon how Russell Wilson and Jameis Winston are helping Jaxson Dart learn about life in the league during springtime workouts. 

Will Steelers' T.J. Watt receive extension before 2025 season?

Will Watt get a new deal before the start of the season?

Joel Bitonio reveals one wish for Browns' four-way QB competition

While speaking at the annual Cleveland Browns Foundation golf outing on Monday, Bitonio addressed the ongoing competition for the team's starting quarterback job.

Are Steelers preparing to not have Aaron Rodgers for 2025 season?

A recent report indicated that the Steelers could "start to look at other options" if Rodgers remains a free agent when players arrive for training-camp practices in July.

Report details unique way Cam Ward impressed Titans before, after 2025 NFL Draft

It's widely expected that the first overall pick of the 2025 NFL Draft will eventually be named the club's Week 1 QB1 over 2023 second-round choice Will Levis. 

Former LB, former NFL GM address if Steelers should pursue Falcons' Kirk Cousins over Aaron Rodgers

Numerous reports have made it clear that the Steelers would rather sign Rodgers than make a trade for Cousins before training-camp practices get underway in July.