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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

Teammates praise Eagles' Saquon Barkley for selfless act vs. Giants

During the Philadelphia Eagles' 28-3 win over the New York Giants in Week 7, star Philadelphia running back Saquon Barkley turned down a chance to set his single-game career-high in rushing yards so that "the young boys" on the roster could "eat."

Patriots players address Bill Belichick criticizing Jerod Mayo over 'soft' comment

On Wednesday, Mark Daniels of MassLive spoke with multiple New England players about Belichick standing up for individuals he previously coached.

Panthers players share advice they gave Bryce Young amid benching

As Bryce Young managed scout-team duties amid his benching after Week 2, multiple teammates offered him advice on handling a difficult situation for any young signal-caller.

Insiders address job security rumors about Patriots HC Jerod Mayo

For a mailbag published on Wednesday, Patriots/NFL insider Albert Breer of Sports Illustrated suggested "how locked in" New England players remain through Week 18 could determine if Patriots owner Robert Kraft makes another offseason coaching change. 

Jets' Davante Adams discusses fiery speech after blowout loss to Steelers

Davante Adams has already emerged as a leader for the Jets, even though he only officially joined the organization last week. 

Mets president stresses importance of impending free-agent Pete Alonso

New York Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns understands that Pete Alonso is ultimately going to do what's best for himself.

Patriots captain addresses Jerod Mayo 'soft' controversy

Longtime New England Patriots center and team captain David Andrews, who is out with injury, addressed his coaches controversial comments regarding the team after its latest loss.

How Patriots' Drake Maye has impressed two-time Super Bowl champion

New England Patriots rookie quarterback Drake Maye experienced understandable ups and downs across his first two regular-season starts after he replaced

Is Tom Brady using ownership as an excuse to skip broadcasting work?

Having Tom Brady as both a part-owner of an NFL franchise and a broadcaster is already raising a few questions.

Browns insider addresses persistent Myles Garrett trade rumors

The Cleveland Browns finally seemed to rise above being the Cleveland Browns several years back, but it appears they are still the Cleveland Browns.

Former Patriots star sends warning to Jerod Mayo amid rumors

Retired tight end Christian Fauria is the latest person associated with the Patriots to criticize Jerod Mayo.

Insider updates if Falcons could replace Kirk Cousins with Michael Penix Jr. in 2025

Could Cousins be on his way out of Atlanta after just one season?

Former Patriots DB addresses apparent rift between Bill Belichick, Jerod Mayo

Former Patriots DB and current NFL analyst Devin McCourty touched upon what seems to be a growing rift between Jerod Mayo and Bill Belichick amid New England's losing season.

Jermaine Eluemunor claps back at Bill Belichick over comments about Giants

Giants offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor doesn't seem to care what his former head coach thinks.

Former NFL DB defends Buccaneers' Todd Bowles after Chris Godwin injury

Former NFL defensive back and current analyst Ryan Clark has defended Todd Bowles for his questionable coaching decision on Monday night.

Insider shares bombshell about job security of Patriots' Jerod Mayo

Could Mayo be a one-and-done in New England?

Aaron Rodgers shares theory about Jets' four-game losing streak

Rodgers shared some thoughts as the Jets are mired in a losing streak and in danger of falling out of contention and facing another lost season.

Bill Belichick, Tom Brady expand on Jerod Mayo calling Patriots 'soft'

On Monday, Jerod Mayo's former head coach, Bill Belichick, and his former quarterback, Tom Brady, further discussed his controversial statements regarding the state of the Patriots.

Analyst shares big reason Browns may not trade Myles Garrett this fall

What does the future hold for All-Pro pass-rusher Myles Garrett in Cleveland?

Former QB shares thoughts on Tua Tagovailoa not retiring

A former QB shared his thoughts on Tagovailoa deciding to continue his career after suffering yet another concussion.

Yankees legend says Aaron Boone faces World Series 'necessity'

Joe Torre knows just as well as anybody what it takes to win in New York, so he understands the pressure manager Aaron Boone faces as the Yankees head to the World Series for the first time since 2009.

Insiders share updates on expected Yankees, Mets bidding war for Juan Soto

Insiders continue to give their takes on what could be one of the top stories of the offseason.

How Drake Maye wants to improve amid lost Patriots season

During a Monday appearance on Boston sports radio station WEEI, Drake Maye spoke about helping teammates in ways that go beyond tossing touchdown passes and extending plays with his legs. 

Chiefs' Travis Kelce makes big admission amid touchdown drought

Much has been made about what Travis Kelce still has left in the tank amid his touchdown drought, which continued this past Sunday's 28-18 win over the 49ers.

Steelers legend changes tune on Russell Wilson, Justin Fields debate

The Steelers legend is seemingly now in Wilson's corner after the 35-year-old played well in this past Sunday's 37-15 victory over the New York Jets.