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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

What Justin Fields has worked to improve with Steelers

The Steelers knew when they took a flier on Fields back in March that he was still a work in progress.

Why Ravens believe Lamar Jackson will improve after MVP season

Jackson claimed the MVP award last season, but the Ravens think he can be even better.

Analyst defends Steelers' Justin Fields following latest criticisms

The 25-year-old fumbled a pair of exchanges and took two sacks in Pittsburgh's 20-12 preseason loss against the Houston Texans this past Friday.

Jets' Aaron Rodgers backs Nathaniel Hackett following offseason report

Aaron Rodgers unsurprisingly backed Nathaniel Hackett heading into what could become career-altering years for the two. 

Did Mets directly respond to A’s Austin Adams in blowout victory?

The Mets were unhappy after Adams mimicked their "OMG" celebration on Tuesday.

Insider echoes Bill Belichick media theory, links legend with three teams

Patriots insider Ben Volin of The Boston Globe touched upon Bill Belichick's "public relations makeover" during a recent chat with Michael Grant of Awful Announcing.

Eagles CB has hilarious contract advice for Cowboys' CeeDee Lamb

Lamb remains in the middle of a holdout amid his desire for a contract extension.

Commanders' Kliff Kingsbury shares surprising Jayden Daniels trait

Kliff Kingsbury recently shared how Jayden Daniels traveled down a different path to building relationships with new teammates.

Lions' Dan Campbell had perfect response to NFC Championship loss

Campbell's Lions held a 24-7 halftime lead over the 49ers in the 2023 NFC Championship Game before San Francisco stormed back.

Why veteran player thinks Texans can follow in 49ers' footsteps

On Tuesday, veteran linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair explained why he is confident in the Texans.

Eagles veteran defends Jalen Hurts amid rumors, criticisms

The 2023 Eagles began the season with a 10-1 record but ultimately fell to 11-6 and then suffered a blowout wild-card playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.

Jets veteran opens up about players backing HC Robert Saleh

2024 likely will be a make-or-break season regarding Saleh's tenure with the organization.

Analysts repeat big concern about Commanders' Jayden Daniels

Daniels presumably prepares to enter September as Washington's QB1.

Jets star RB opens up about Aaron Rodgers' reputation

During a Tuesday appearance on New York sports radio station WFAN, Jets running back Breece Hall opened up about Aaron Rodgers' reputation and his working relationship with him.

Mets stars blast A’s reliever Austin Adams for 'OMG' celebration

Oakland Athletics relief pitcher Austin Adams went viral on Tuesday night when he mocked the New York Mets' "OMG" celebration.

Former Patriots star predicts where Bill Belichick will coach in 2025

A former Belichick player shared his thoughts on where the legendary coach could return to the sidelines for the 2025 season.

Reporters seem more optimistic about Zach Wilson's Broncos future

Wilson largely flopped across his first three NFL seasons as a member of the New York Jets, but he's still just 25 years old.

Insider discusses holdup in potential Brandon Aiyuk trade between 49ers, Steelers

The Brandon Aiyuk saga may be closer to a resolution, but it's been a winding road up to this point.

Former Pro Bowl LB compares Steelers' Justin Fields to QB bust

During Tuesday's edition of the ESPN "Get Up" program, former Pro Bowl linebacker and current NFL analyst Bart Scott sounded alarms regarding what he saw from Justin Fields against Houston.

Former Jets QB shares interesting Haason Reddick, Davante Adams idea

The former New York Jets quarterback and current NFL analyst continues to believe that the club could land star wide receiver Davante Adams from the Las Vegas Raiders via a trade this summer, and the latest news on Haason Reddick added another layer to that belief.

Aaron Rodgers discusses handling pressure of expectations with Jets

During an appearance on Tuesday's edition of the WFAN "Boomer and Gio" program, Aaron Rodgers was asked about what could become a franchise-altering season for the Jets.

Reporters changing tune about Sidney Crosby signing extension with Penguins?

Throughout the summer, numerous reporters and insiders have routinely insisted the superstar captain will sign a contract extension with the Penguins long before the 2024-2025 NHL season gets underway.

Report expands on Mike Vrabel's roles as Browns consultant

There continue to be questions regarding what exactly former Tennessee Titans head coach Mike Vrabel has been doing since he joined the Cleveland Browns as a consultant in March.

Jason Kelce opens up about collapse of 2023 Eagles

During a recent chat with Rob Maaddi of The Associated Press, Kelce spoke about what went wrong for the team that fell from 10-1 to 11-6 before it suffered a blowout wild-card playoff loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in January.

Bill Belichick praises Kyle Shanahan following 49ers' interest

Shanahan had reached out to the former New England Patriots head coach about possibly joining the 49ers.