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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

How benching helped Anthony Richardson lead Colts to win over Jets

Richardson largely looked like a legitimate franchise quarterback against the Jets. 

Giants make huge Daniel Jones decision amid job-security rumors

The Giants have won just three of the past 16 games Jones started going back to September 2023. 

What it would take for Aaron Rodgers to play for Jets in 2025

The season hasn't gone the way Aaron Rodgers or the Jets had hoped. Will they continue their partnership in 2025?

NFL insider shares shocking status update on Giants' Daniel Jones

This is a huge update regarding the Giants' plans for their quarterback.

Tony Romo opens up about how he's improved as announcer

During the latest edition of the "Sports Illustrated Media Podcast," host Jimmy Traina asked Tony Romo how he has improved in the booth working alongside living legend Jim Nantz.

Jaguars reportedly could make huge change after Lions game

NFL insider Josina Anderson teased on Friday that Jaguars owner Shad Khan could show head coach Doug Pederson the door during the club's Week 12 bye.

Report expands on if Colts have 'character concerns' about Anthony Richardson

For a story published on Friday, ESPN's Stephen Holder addressed the situation.

Insider reveals Jets' Aaron Rodgers plans for 2025

Despite his struggles this season, the Jets reportedly plan to bring back Aaron Rodgers in 2025.

Steelers' Russell Wilson makes surprising revelation about eventual retirement

During a lengthy "NFL on ESPN" interview on Thursday, Russell Wilson shared a surprising revelation regarding how much longer he wants to play in the league.

Super Bowl champion is done with Giants' Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen

Former Giants defensive lineman and one-time Super Bowl champion Chris Canty campaigned for John Mara to make a big move with the club at 2-8 during its bye.

Mike McCarthy's message to Cowboys players amid rumors, uncertainty

Things are undeniably bleak for the Cowboys, but Mike McCarthy is doing whatever he can to rally the troops.

Why Russell Wilson decided to sign with Steelers in offseason

Russell Wilson explained how a conversation with Pittsburgh head coach Mike Tomlin and general manager Omar Khan helped him pick his current team. 

Eagles fans troll Giants after Saquon Barkley torches Commanders

Following the Eagles' 26-18 win over the Commanders on Thursday, fans trolled the Giants for letting Saquon Barkley reach free agency this past offseason.

Is Bill Belichick not guaranteed a head-coaching job in 2025?

Belichick famously guided the Patriots to six Super Bowl championships from 2000 through the 2018 season.

Insider explains why Colts went back to Anthony Richardson after two games

Richardson was, statistically speaking, arguably the league's worst starting quarterback when he was benched following the Week 8 contest against the Houston Texans.

Insider addresses if Penguins could trade Sidney Crosby, other franchise icons

With Pittsburgh looking like one of the worst teams in the league, some understandably have wondered if Sidney Crosby and others are having second thoughts about retiring as one-club men. 

Insider updates if Bears considered benching Caleb Williams

Much has been made this week about how Williams' play regressed over Chicago's past three games.

Mets icon, executive gives big update on pursuit of Juan Soto

Carlos Beltran recently spoke with Joseph Reboyras of Puerto Rican newspaper Primera Hora about the Mets' offseason pursuit of Juan Soto. 

How Terry Francona helped Commanders' Dan Quinn bounce back from Super Bowl heartbreak

Dan Quinn seems to have become the leader Terry Francona saw could emerge all those years ago. 

Insider reveals 'magic number' for Giants to retain Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen

Is there a specific record the Giants must reach if head coach Brian Daboll and GM Joe Schoen are to retain their jobs?

Yankees closer makes Juan Soto plea to owner Hal Steinbrenner

As much as Soto enjoyed his one season with the Yankees, there's no sign he will give the club any kind of discount in free agency.

Colts' Joe Flacco reacts to being benched in favor of Anthony Richardson

Flacco most recently left much to be desired with his play in back-to-back losses.

Jets' Sauce Gardner addresses latest social media controversy

Sauce Gardner now realizes his social media actions won't do anybody within the Jets any good. 

Does Dolphins' Tua Tagovailoa regret dangerous tackle vs. Rams?

Following the Miami Dolphins' 23-15 win over the Los Angeles Rams on Monday night, Miami's Tua Tagovailoa laughed off any concerns related to a tackle he made following an interception that resulted in the quarterback taking a knee to the helmet.